Director of Architecture, Design and Construction Innovation
Bond Interiors
Total years of experience :20 years, 7 Months
As the Director of Architecture, Design and Construction Innovation my responsibilities are:
As the Director of Architecture, Design, and Construction Innovation, your responsibilities may include:
1. Overseeing the architectural design process for projects.
2. Developing innovative design concepts and strategies.
3. Implementing sustainable and environmentally friendly building practices.
4. Managing construction projects from conception to completion.
5. Collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction teams.
6. Researching and implementing cutting-edge construction technologies.
7. Ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.
8. Evaluating and selecting materials and suppliers for projects.
9. Leading teams to deliver high-quality design and construction solutions.
10. Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
Hospitality Project: To represent the client and board of directors in leading the design and project efforts for the Melia Hotel ( 5 Star Property) in downtown Dubai.
My role at Iconic Developments as 'Director of Projects' consisted of the following activities:
1. Nominate, select and manage relationships and contracts with all external consultants such as: Architectural Firms, Legal Firms, Specialist Hospitality Advisors, Hotel Operators, Financial Institutions and other stake holders.
2. Actively engaging the business fundamentals of Architecture & Design: powerful & creative concept delivery, client leadership, business development, financial oversight, design quality, project delivery
3. Chairing meetings with large groups of stakeholders and collaborating with the BOD on all executive level decisions.
4. In alliance with the BOD, reviewing contracts and managing deliverables with the above mentioned firms and institutions.
5. Organizes project teams throughout the documentation and construction phases
6. Manages schedules with teams
7. Communicates on a daily basis with client and contractors
8. Reviews internal budgets with account management staff
9. Manages projections for future budget forecasts
Selected Projects engaged as 'Director of Projects' at Iconic Developments:
Project: Trinitaria Tower
Project Value: 375, 000, 000 Million AED
Time Line: 2.5 years from planning, zoning, design, design development, fund raising
Description: I have worked in close proximity to SOM (NYC Office) and WSP (Dubai Office) in the design and development of a the Trinitaria Tower in downtown Dubai. The high-rise structure consists of over 750, 000 square feet of built-up area over 32 floors. The project consists of 245 hotel apartments, restaurants & amenities. My role as 'Director of Projects' allowed me the opportunity to lead and steer the project within the directives of the BOD. I was also entrusted to negotiate the Hotel Management Agreement (HMA), & lead relationships with financial institutions & other parties.
Hospitality Project: My role at 'Richmond Properties' consisted of the following activities:
1. Liaising with clients & developing creative concepts and design solutions.
2. Presented design schemes and proposals to clients and investors.
3. Developing project teams Coordinating with contractors.
4. Financial Modeling and Collaborating with banks and other financial institutions.
5. Mentorship of junior staff members.
Project: Reflections Hotel - Dubai
Project Value: 175, 000 Million AED
Description: Boutique Four Star Property. Led the project from inception, concept, construction and handover. Full life-cycle of project
Hospitality Projects Focused
Designation: Design Manager at 'Drake & Scull / GTCC'
Selected Projects:
Project: Royal Amwaj Resort & Spa Development
Project Value: 1, 200, 000, 000 Billion AED
Oceana Resort & Spa
Project Value: 450, 000, 000 Million AED
My role at TPG Architecture consisted of the following activities:
1. Developed design work both independently and under the direction of seniors.
2. Presented design schemes and proposals to clients and investors.
3. Liaised with the firms partners through supplying design support as needed.
4. Coordinated with contractors and suppliers.
Selected Projects:
Project: NBA Broadcasting Studios - NYC
Project Value: 5, 000, 000 USD renovation proposal
Project: MTV Broadcasting Studios 'Band in a Bubble' - NYC
Project Value: 2, 500, 000 USD temporary structure
Designation: Junior Designer at CRC Architecture & Design - Beirut
My role at CRC International Architecture consisted of the following activities:
1. Liaising with clients
2. Day to day management of the office
3. Developing creative concepts and solutions
4. Presented design schemes and proposals to clients and investors.
5. Developing project teams
6. Coordinating with contractors
Selected Projects:
Project: Atlantic Investment Development 'CCD', Morocco
Project Value: 5, 000, 000, 000 Billion USD
Project: Kuwait Urban Hub
Project Value: 278, 000, 000 Million USD
Project: American University in Kuwait
Project Value: 125, 000, 000 Million USD
Project: HusVar Estate
Project Value: 2, 500, 000 Million USD
Focus was placed on developing new and innovative methodologies in vertical structures such as towers and multi-story developments. Integrating architectural design through utilizing both materials and ideas. Particular emphasis was placed on architectural concepts that engaged social, cultural and environmental aspects of the urban environment.
Architectural Design of urban architectural landscape environment that can be integrated with diverse and complex city locations.
