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Geo Koruthu, Interior Design & Project Manager  (Interior Design / Fit Out Project Management)

Geo Koruthu

Interior Design & Project Manager (Interior Design / Fit Out Project Management)·Arenco Interior

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 23 years, 10 months

Interior Design & Project Manager (Interior Design / Fit Out Project Management)

June 2016 - March 2021

Arenco Interior

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

June 2016 - March 2021

√ Dynamic and results-oriented Interior Design & Decoration specialist holding multiple qualifications of Diploma in Interior Design & Décor from School of Design, and Diploma in Civil Engineering from Collage of Engineering.
√ Possess more than 24 years of versatile experience which includes 20 years’ experience in the Middle East (UAE) and 4 years’ experience in India in Interior Design / Project Management with reputed establishments.
√ Proven track record of successful accomplishment of, interior design, design consultation, supervision and execution of a significant number of projects in various sectors including commercial, institutional, industrial, infrastructure and hospitality etc.
√ Possess strong understanding of the UAE market and exceptional ability to liaise with regulatory and licensing authorities and Municipalities (Dubai & Abu Dhabi).
√ In pursuit of a challenging leadership position in a professionally managed organization, to utilize the acquired skill and competencies.

√ Demonstrated expertise and extensive experience in high profile interior design and execution of large number of mega fit-out projects of 3/5 star Hotels, Office Complex and Commercial & Industrial buildings.
√ Well experienced in providing complete consultancy and Project Management service for Architectural, Interior Design, FF & E, Execution for both Hospitality and Commercial Developments.
√ Recognized for the ability to identify and deploy innovative interior / architectural designs, those result in enhanced client satisfaction and improved organization reputation.
√ Goal oriented and hardworking individual with pro-active, creative and artistic talent to create architectural production and multidisciplinary interior project design works.
√ Highly experienced in leveraging technical expertise in developing CAD drawing and 3D visualization with specific knowledge in Architectural Design, Material Selections, FF & E and Interior Fit-out Execution.
√ Visionary and decisive leader noted for the ability to effectively liaise with clients/owners, and coordinate with consultants, contractors, designers and regulatory agencies regarding the project matters and ensure that the parties involved in the project works together to achieve the common goal.
√ Proven track record in timely completion of multi-million projects of high-end offices, furnished accommodations, 5 star Hotels etc. in UAE.

Company industry:
Architecture
Job role:
Architecture

Projects Manager

November 2000 - June 2016

Marlin Furniture / Interior Design L.L.C

United Arab Emirates

November 2000 - June 2016

A leading interior design and furniture company, that deliver both commercial as well as residential high-quality projects with
five branches to cover all the UAE market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Spearheaded the activities of the projects and design departments from design, tenders, documentation, exécution, projets
pré qualification etc.
* Ensured that the project is well within the established scope, schedule and budget while meeting or surpassing standards
of quality.
* Reviewed all technical and commercial bids, provided a detailed report of analysis, and met the bid opening committee to
provide justification and recommendations on the most qualified and competent contractor(s) for whom the contract is to
be awarded.
* Maintained and fostered contacts with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors and material suppliers and site team.
3 of 3
* Conducted technical meeting with Main contracts and nominated sub-contractors and provided solutions to
design/construction issues.
• Monitored the work progress on weekly basis along with site team and responded to RFIs raised by the contractors.
* Reviewed the technical submittals, material approvals and design layout drawings in coordination with schematics &
details.
* Actively involved in the selection of FF & E package, outdoor furniture, Fabric for loose furniture, Curtains etc.
* Cross checked the Ironmongery (Hardware) and door Schedule, in line with operator requirement and according to DTCM
& Fire and life safety department.
* Monitored the quality of the interior fit-out works in accordance with specifications and finishing requirements.

Job role:
Management

Chief

October 1996 - February 2000

Matson Designs

United Arab Emirates

October 1996 - February 2000

A leading Indian Architecture and Designing company; specialized in handling office and residential projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Led a team of designers in the preparation of interior design concept proposals, preliminary design submittals, and detailed
design submittals and handled production of concept sketches and design drawings.
* Developed and managed the preparation of architectural drawings and specifications for various Interior Fit-out Design
projects.
* Coordinated with client for material selection and approval and conducted interior design proposal presentation to Clients
and maintained client contact to seek or provide technical information.
* Developed and recommended improvements in design standards to achieve reduction in design costs and at the same time,
to improve work quality.
* Monitored activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with contract documents and specifications.
* Conducted design & technical workshop meetings with the Design Consultants to solve the problematic interior design
issues
* Prepared B O Q, invited quotation from sub-contractors, finalized sub-contractors, prepared cost sheet and all designing
related work.
* Followed-up during the sales-cycle and supported the sales team to translate client requirements into real projects.
PROJECT SCAN
* Please refer the Annexure for the details of projects executed.

Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Education

School Of Engineering

January 1992

January 1992

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

India

• Diploma in Civil Engineering - Collage of Engineering: 1995 - 92 %

Fine Arts Collage

January 1988

January 1988

Bachelor's degree, Interior Design

India

GPA (percentage): 88%

GPA (percentage): 88%

• Diploma in Interior Design & Décor - School of Design: 1998 - 88%

Skills

Engineering
Expert
Engineering
Expert
Furniture
Expert
Furniture
Expert
INTERIOR DESIGN
Expert
INTERIOR DESIGN
Expert
√ Concept Design. √ Joinery Design. √ Hand Drawing.
Expert
√ Concept Design. √ Joinery Design. √ Hand Drawing.
Expert
√ Contract Management. √ Cost Management. √ FF & E Management
Expert
√ Contract Management. √ Cost Management. √ FF & E Management
Expert
√ Quality Control Standards. √ Drawing review/approval √ Project Documentation. √
Expert
√ Quality Control Standards. √ Drawing review/approval √ Project Documentation. √
Expert
√ Client & Contractor Relationship. √ Selection & Approval of Materials
Expert
√ Client & Contractor Relationship. √ Selection & Approval of Materials
Expert
√ Project Management.
Expert
√ Project Management.
Expert
√ Project Site Supervision. √ Project Execution Strategy. √ Tender Documentation. √ HSC Management.
Expert
√ Project Site Supervision. √ Project Execution Strategy. √ Tender Documentation. √ HSC Management.
Expert
Engineering
Expert
Engineering
Expert
Furniture
Expert
Furniture
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Native Speaker

Memberships

Dubai Municipality

• Dubai Municipality approved Engineer (Interior Fit out). • Certified licensed fit-out Engineer of

February 2001

Training and Certifications

Training
• Two days seminar on contemporary Interior Design and Interior Execution - Held In Italy:
Sigma
Jun 2016
• Project Management Training - AAA Group, UAE.
Arenco
Feb 2017

Hobbies

  • Photography, Travelling. Seminars & Exhibitions Etc.
    • Project Management Training - AAA Group, UAE. • Two days seminar on contemporary Interior Design and Interior Execution - Held In Italy: 2016 • Regular Participant in Index and Office Expo Seminars in UAE.