Sr. Architect
James Cubitt & Partners
Total years of experience :30 years, 10 Months
Senior Site Architect
* Reviewing the Architectural and Technical Drawings for potential conflict with all discipline.
* Ensure that the architect’s design is delivered by the contractor and is responsible for dealing with any on-site design problems that arise.
* Reviewing procurement schedules, materials approvals, method statements, and suppliers pre-qualifications.
* Coordination among trades: Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, Smart Home System, Plumbing, Water Features, and Landscaping Specialist
* Coordination with consultants, contractors and sub-contractors
* Attending meetings with Project Managers and Contractors for reviewing outstanding design issues. Attends progress review meetings and co-ordination meetings to assist Project Manager in resolving any site issues. Attend a weekly meeting with reporting manager to discuss all issues and give feedback and look ahead for work
* Supervising Architectural & Interior finishes for all sites
* Directing and managing all QA/QC inspectors (Architects) at sites and arrange for weekly meetings to discuss technical issues related to execution and all pending approvals in order to ensure the performance and quality required. Ensure QA/QC procedures are properly implemented and maintained, including statutory requirements, etc.
* Ensure the established and client-approved concept design is rigorously developed and implemented with minimal variations except those agreed by the Project Architect / Design Director / Partners / Client, or required for coordination of structure / MEP / Cost Control.
* Highlights any violations to architectural related issues on site
* Monitoring the budget and variations required by client with BOQ and coordinated with tendering/contracts department
ARCHITECT/SR. SITE ARCHITECT (May 2012 to present)
MZ Architects - Abu Dhabi, UAE
A general architectural consulting firm
Architect
• Developed and prepared architectural
schematic plans and drawings using
Auto-CAD and Revit Architecture
• Developed and prepared architectural
schematic plans and drawings for client’s
approval
• Prepared architectural schematic plans and
drawings for submission to developer
• Prepared drawings for approval to DOT, Civil
Defense and UPC requirements and
regulations
• Prepared drawings for building permit
approval to ADM
• Prepared architectural schedule of materials
for interior and exterior finishes, plans and
drawings for tender submission to contractors
• Prepared detailed plans and drawings for
construction to be submitted to contractors
Site Architect
• Oversees site activities to ensure timely and
quality standard delivery
• Carries out regular inspections to ensure
correct implementation of design
• Reviews shop drawing submittals from
contractor
• Reviews material supplier prequalification
submittals in accordance with vendor list and
requirements
• Reviews material submittal according to
specifications and standards
• Checks material deliveries on site to ensure
quality and standard
• Checks and oversees mock-up
installation/application to ensure
methodology and procedures
• Replies to all requests for information from
contractor
• Prepares reports of daily, weekly, and monthly
input and performance of contractor
SITE ARCHITECT/PROJECTS MANAGEMENT (December 2011 - May 2012)
LEOPISc Technical Services L.L.C. - Dubai, UAE
A diversified company with services including but not limited to interior design and delivery of
turn key projects (civil, MEP, wood, and joinery works)
• Holds regular meetings to coordinate and direct
site supervisors and/or logistic teams to prepare
and maintain areas for construction in
accordance with approved construction
programs and trade contract documentation
• Directly interfaces with trade contractors
• Oversees site activities to ensure timely and
quality standard delivery
• Reviews and transmits latest design information
to contractors in accordance with project
procedures
• Organizes and chairs start-up/kick-off, weekly,
and coordination meetings with trade
contractors
• Records and monitors progress, labor levels,
methodology, and report status against contract
programs, sequences, and duration
• Logs and monitors drawing and specification
releases
• Logs and monitors all requests for information
and construction method information to trade
contractors
• Facilitates and coordinates all area and sectional
handing over
SENIOR TECHNICAL ARCHITECT/PROJECTS COORDINATOR (August 2007 - November 2011)
Creation Line Decoration - Abu Dhabi, UAE
An interior design consultant and contractor which dealt primarily with H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al
Nahyan palaces in United Arab Emirates and with the Department of President’s Affairs
• Responsible for design and over-all site
coordination and supervision
• Prepared and reviewed plans and drawings for
submittal to client and distribution to
subcontractors
• Prepared material sample submittals for
approval of clients
• Developed design concepts with reference to
client requirements and stipulations
• Conducted site surveys
• Supervise drafting of final design and drawings
• Prepared bills of quantities and programs of
work
• Carried out regular inspections to ensure correct
implementation of design
• Managed and operated urgent and short-term
projects
ARCHITECT/INTERIOR DESIGNER (July 2003 - July 2007)
Elite Design - Doha, Qatar
An interior design consultant which dealt with private residential villas, offices, showrooms, hotels, palaces, and restaurants
• In-charge of Design Department
• Developed design concepts and preliminary sketches as per client requirements
• Conducted site surveys and drafted final designs using AutoCAD
• Prepared 3D presentations in manual color rendering
• Prepared bills of quantities and estimates
• Prepared drawings and documents for approval of clients
• Prepared drawings for construction and for factory production
• Carried out regular inspections to ensure correct implementation of design
Architectural Designer
• Conducted site surveys and gathered all necessary information and design considerations
• Participated in surveys intended for layout installations and for reference points
• Supervised draftsmen during design stage
• Reviewed drawings and plans to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards
• Met with clients, contractors, and consultant to solve technical problems
• Responsible for interior designing and scheduling of materials and color schemes in interior and exterior finishing
• Coordinated all disciplines for general check and testing prior to handing over of project
Site Architect/Construction Manager
• Carried out regular inspections to monitor progress and ensure conformance with design specifications and standards
• Managed all construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project site
• Monitored site progress and productivity levels
• In-charge of over-all supervision of project, including architectural utilities (electrical, mechanical,
plumbing, sanitary, lighting, and acoustics)
• Prepared reports of daily activities, manpower, equipment, material delivery, and accomplishments
PROJECT SUPERVISOR/DRAFTING SUPERVISOR (July 1993 - January 1996)
F.T. Tubola and Associates - Iloilo City, Philippines
A design consultant and general contractor which dealt with housing project and development, commercial and residential buildings, school buildings, and public market complex
• Supervised draftsmen and defined work assignments
• Reviewed drawings and design to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards
• Met with different parties involved in the site to solve technical problems and issues
• Reviewed all plans and drawings needed for permits and for construction
• Prepared as-built drawings
• Attended regular meetings for discussion of project development and progress
JUNIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER AND DRAFTSMAN (October 1992 - May 1993)
Jasel Construction and Supply - Iloilo City, Philippines
A general contractor and construction material supplier with projects that included transportation offices, terminal
buildings, residential villas, school buildings, and gymnasium
• Surveyed and evaluated project sites and gathered all necessary information and design considerations during pre-design stage
• Drafted preliminary design schemes for approval of clients
• Drafted architectural, structural, plumbing, sanitary, and electrical plans with complete details
• Drew as-built plans
• Conducted regular site checks during construction period
DRAFTSMAN (October 1991 - June 1992)
J.L. Gulmatico Architect & Associates - Iloilo City,
Philippines
An architectural consultancy firm with projects that included commercial and residential buildings, gymnasiums, and housing projects
• Drafted architectural, structural, plumbing, sanitary, and electrical plans with complete details
• Rendered manual 3D perspectives for client presentations
• Prepared plans and drawings needed for permits and for construction
• Conducted briefings and orientations for project supervisors and foremen
University of San Agustin - Iloilo City, Philippines (June 1985 - March 1997) Bachelor of Science in Architecture