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Hisham ElBaz, General Manager

Hisham ElBaz

General Manager·Al ARABIAREAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Egypt

Master's degree, Structural Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 26 years, 8 months

General Manager

November 2012 - August 2013

Al ARABIAREAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Cairo, Egypt

November 2012 - August 2013

Founded and led execution of strategic and value-based engineering plans to maximize sales, growth, and output during countrywide political upheaval and economic downturn by strengthening employee and client loyalty, while controlling expenditures. Oversaw all aspects of construction activities including, but not limited to, annual budgeting, cash flow management and modifications, client relationship building and management, subcontractor relations and incentives, contract reviews and approvals, lawyer relations, and management of all government relationships. Motivated and empowered staff across all sites including head office with 100 employees including driving enhancements in HR training and development and salary structures.
Achievements
- Enabled company to achieve and thrive with EGP +30B multibillion-pound growth during countrywide political and economic crisis, championing massive restructuring from 1-man show to powerhouse enterprise.
-Transformed low-morale team into high-morale think-tank, improving staff communications and empowering them through idea sharing to perform as brainstormers in addition to executers.
-Increased sales on existing projects to 95%, despite lack of sales team, securing referrals through existing clients; current value of work under construction totals EGP 1.2B and work under design totals EGP 4.5B.
-Eliminated 25% of operational costs in 9 months, conducting value engineering, and selecting optimal systems and designs such as saving 50% by changing overly expensive communications system to commercial sector
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

General Manager

January 2012 - January 2013

AL ARABIA REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Egypt

January 2012 - January 2013

AL ARABIA REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, Cairo, Egypt • 2012 - 2013
1 of largest real estate companies in Egypt specializing in residential, commercial, and business development.

General Manager
Formulated and led execution of strategic and value-based engineering plans to maximize sales, growth, and output during countrywide political upheaval and economic downturn by strengthening employee and client loyalty, while controlling expenditures. Oversaw all aspects of construction activities including, but not limited to, annual
budgeting, cash flow management and modifications, client relationship building and management, subcontractor
relations and incentives, contract reviews and approvals, lawyer relations, and management of all government
relationships. Motivated and empowered staff across all sites including head office with 100 employees including
driving enhancements in HR training and development and salary structures.


• Enabled company to achieve and thrive with EGP +30B multibillion-pound growth during countrywide political and economic crisis, championing massive restructuring from 1-man show to powerhouse enterprise.
• Transformed low-morale team into high-morale think-tank, improving staff communications, and empowering
them through idea sharing to perform as brainstormers in addition to executers.
• Increased sales on existing projects to 95%, despite lack of sales team, securing referrals through existing
clients; current value of work under construction totals EGP 1.2B and work currently in design totals EGP 4.5B.
• Eliminated 25% of operational costs in 9 months, conducting value engineering, and selecting optimal systems and designs such as saving 50% by changing overly expensive communications system to commercial sector.
• Requested personally numerous times by company and clients following departure to assist with current issues and concerns.
Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Management

Assistant Vice President

October 2009 - November 2012

PALM HILLS DEVELOPMENT PHD

Cairo, Egypt

October 2009 - November 2012

Palm Hills Development is the 2nd largest development company in Egypt with 1.2B in revenue and EGP 4.5B market cap.
Assistant Vice President - 6th of October Region
Advanced quickly from overseeing new project phases to all aspects of design and new and existing projects for segment containing most prestigious companywide such as golf courses, private clubs, and mixed-use developments. Conducted financial analysis and provided sale, no sale, and redesign recommendations on projects. Supervised core team with highest number of projects despite smallest number of members including development managers, project mangers, PA, customer care, design, legal, marketing and sales. Reported directly to Chairman. Tapped continually by executives, colleagues, and clients to date for advice.
Achievements
-Saved 50% of costs on 2 massive projects including EGP +250M on single project, leading value engineering, strategic negotiations, accurate tender documentation, and highly beneficial deep water studies.
-Averted unbeneficial sale of 2 major projects, while adding EGP 300M in revenue, revaluating selling costs, advising on redesigns of project layouts and road levels, and increasing build-up area and sellable land.
-Completed 4-level temporary golf club house to Ritz Carlton standards including some interior ahead of" impossible" 6-month deadline, mobilizing and spearheading all departments, subcontractors and imports.
-Honoured with 2 elite awards: PHD pure silver family platter engraved with personal message lauding professionalism, ethics, heart, quality, and contribution, and crystal trophy from golf team.
-Lauded in multiple speeches at farewell event by CEO, all PV's and numerous colleagues.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

Assistant Vice President

January 2009 - January 2012

AL ARABIA REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Egypt

January 2009 - January 2012

PALM HILLS DEVELOPMENT PHD, Cairo, Egypt • 2009 - 2012
2nd largest development company in Egypt with EGP 1.2B in revenue and EGP 4.5B market cap.

Assistant Vice President - 6 October Region
Advanced quickly from overseeing new project phases to all aspects of design and new and existing projects for segment containing most prestigious projects companywide such as golf courses, private clubs, and mixed-use
developments. Conducted financial analysis and provided sale, no sale, and redesign recommendations on projects. Supervised core team with highest number of projects despite smallest number of members including
development managers, project managers, PA, customer care, and drivers. Coordinated with cross-functional
departments such as procurement, planning and control, design, legal, marketing, and sales. Reported directly to
Chairman. Tapped continually by executives, colleagues, and clients to date for advice.


• Saved 50% of costs on 2 massive projects including EGP +250M on single project, leading value engineering,
strategic negotiations, accurate tender documentation, and highly beneficial deep water studies.
• Averted unbeneficial sale of 2 major projects, while adding EGP 300M in revenue, revaluating selling costs,
advising on redesigns of project layouts and road levels, and increasing build-up area and sellable land.
• Completed 4-level temporary golf club house to Ritz Carlton standards including some interior ahead of "impossible" 6-month deadline, mobilizing and spearheading all departments, subcontractors, and imports.
• Honoured with 2 elite awards: PHD pure silver family platter engraved with personal message lauding
professionalism, ethics, heart, quality, and contribution, and crystal trophy from golf team.
• Lauded in multiple speeches at farewell event by CEO, all VPs, and numerous colleagues.
Resume
HISHAM M.B.L. EL BAZ • • hisham.elbaz@gmail.com
Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Deputy General manager, Projects

December 2008 - December 2009

Emaar Misr

Cairo, Egypt

December 2008 - December 2009

Emaar Misr 1 of largest foreign direct investors in Egypt's real estate sector; wholly owned subsidiary of UAE-based global property developer with EGP 32B real estate portfolio, Emaar Properties PJSC.
Oversaw and led aspects of construction in North Coast resort and Up Town Cairo; included reviewing tender documents, reviewing all construction contracts from financial and technical standpoints, onsite and head office visits, directing project management team, and coordinating all information to relevant parties. Managed contractors including 3 recognized as top 3 in Egypt, and 4th largest Kuwaiti contractor.
Achievements
-Instrumental in success of Emaar in Egypt, leading construction of numerous summer projects totaling EGP -700M in residential, commercial, and resort real estate including mission-critical Marassi resort site.
-Saved EGP +300 M, providing expert advice and direction on foundational designs and construction methods.
-Completed highly complex projects successfully on or ahead of schedule, measuring and taking calculated risks while holding complete accountability, and introducing new construction and value engineering concepts.
-Earned outstanding reputation as best Performer in Emaar Misr's history with unmatched volume of work in timeframes, and numerous commendations from contractors working on sites to date.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

property developer

January 2008 - January 2009

EMAAR MISR

Egypt

January 2008 - January 2009

EMAAR MISR, Cairo, Egypt • 2008 - 2009
1 of largest foreign direct investors in Egypt's real estate sector; wholly owned subsidiary of UAE-based global
property developer with EGP 32B real estate portfolio, Emaar Properties PJSC.

Deputy General Manager, Projects
Oversaw and led all aspects of construction in North Coast resort and Up Town Cairo; included reviewing tender
documents, reviewing all construction contracts from financial and technical standpoints, onsite and head office
visits, directing project management team, and coordinating all information to relevant parties. Managed
contractors including 3 recognized as top 3 in Egypt, and 4th largest Kuwaiti contractor.


• Instrumental in success of Emaar in Egypt, leading construction of numerous summer projects totalling EGP
~700M in residential, commercial, and resort real estate including mission-critical Massari resort site.
• Saved EGP +300M, providing expert advice and direction on foundational designs and construction methods.
• Completed highly complex projects successfully on or ahead of schedule, measuring and taking calculated
risks while holding complete accountability, and introducing new construction and value engineering concepts.
• Earned outstanding reputation as Best Performer in Emaar Misr's history with unmatched volume of work in timeframes, and numerous commendations from contractors working on sites to date.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

Development Manager

April 2003 - December 2008

Kharafi Holding South Africa

South Africa

April 2003 - December 2008

Kharafi Holding a Kuwaiti investment company running all investments in Africa including mixed-use development, manufacturing, hospitality, construction, and plantation farms; owner of multiple top American Franchises in Middle east.
Development & Construction manager
Coordinated and led multi-phase development and construction in 2 elite areas :mixed-use Oubaai Golf Estate, and luxury living Lombardy Estates; included but not limited to, contract preparation and negotiations, government relations, collaboration with consulting engineers, cash flow management, addressing legal issues with attorneys, supplier relations, monthly executive reporting, and sales office management.
Achievements
Orchestrated construction of 1st Ernie Els 18- hole signature golf course and mixed-use development including all infrastructure, golf course, foundation of town houses and hotel in strictly environmentally-controlled area.
Developed luxury living Lombardy Estate with existing 5-star boutique hotel to build additional living spaces; totaled 115 luxury 2-level units, 100 town houses, 320 plots, spa, and NYC style apartment building.
Sold 98% of property plots and 50% of units in Lombardy Estate, while increasing value by R 40-45M, increasing sales, and raising property prices in 10% increments to up overall property value for buyers.
-Improved quality of materials with R 20M savings, negotiating directly with manufacturers for 50% off.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Management

owner of multiple top American franchises in Middle East

January 2003 - January 2008

Kuwaiti investment company running all investments

January 2003 - January 2008

KHARAFI HOLDING, George & Pretoria, South Africa • 2003 - 2008
Kuwaiti investment company running all investments in Africa including mixed-use real estate development,
manufacturing, hospitality, and plantation farms; owner of multiple top American franchises in Middle East.

Development & Construction Manager
Coordinated and led multi-phase development and construction in 2 elite areas: mixed-use Oubaai Golf Estate, and luxury living Lombardy Estates; included, but was not limited to, contract preparation and negotiations,
government relations, collaboration with consulting engineers, cash flow management, addressing legal issues with attorneys, supplier relations, monthly executive reporting, and sales office management.


• Orchestrated construction of 1st Ernie Els 18-hole signature golf course and mixed-use development including
all infrastructure, golf course, foundation of town houses and hotel in strictly environmentally-controlled area.
• Developed luxury living Lombardy Estates with existing 5-star boutique hotel to build additional living spaces;
totalled 115 luxury 2-level units, 100 town houses, 320 plots, spa, and NYC style apartment building.
• Sold 98% of property plots and 50% of units in Lombardy Estates, while increasing value by R 45-50M,
increasing sales, and raising property prices in 10% increments to up overall property value for buyers.
• Improved quality of materials with R 20M savings, negotiating directly with manufacturers for 50% off.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Job role:
Other

Technical Expert & Board Manager

January 1999 - January 2003

Egypt

January 1999 - January 2003

EL MALIKIA COMPANY FOR BUILDING & TOURISM DEVELOPMENT, Cairo, Egypt • 1999 - 2003
Technical Expert & Board Manager
• Provided expertise and leadership leading to successful completion of all construction drawings and onsite
start-up for Saudi group owned resort with 4-star hotel and 350 rooms on Red Sea Coast of Marsa Allam.
Job role:
Other

Technical Expert & Board Member

February 1999 - December 2002

El MALIKIA COMPANY FOR BUILDING & TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

Cairo, Egypt

February 1999 - December 2002

Provided expertise and leadership leading to successful completion of all construction drawings and on site start-up for Saudi group owned resort with 4 - star hotel and 350 rooms on Red Sea coast of Marsa Allam
Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Management

Chairman & CEO

February 1995 - December 2000

SOYA EGYPTIAN SWISS COMPANY(SESCO)

Cairo, Egypt

February 1995 - December 2000

Spearheaded all aspects of Egyptian-Swiss joint stock company manufacturing soy-milk by-products including but not limited to, market demand studies, plant construction and start-up, production, sales, and marketing.
Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

Chairman & CEO

January 1995 - January 2000

SOYA EGYPTIAN SWISS COMPANY (SESCO)

Egypt

January 1995 - January 2000

SOYA EGYPTIAN SWISS COMPANY (SESCO), Cairo, Egypt • 1995 - 2000
Chairman & CEO
• Spearheaded all aspects of Egyptian-Swiss joint stock company manufacturing soy milk by-products including, but not limited to, market demand studies, plant construction and start-up, production, sales, and marketing.
Job role:
Administration

President

February 1987 - December 1999

HISHAM EL BAZ CONTRACTING OFFICE

Cairo, Egypt

February 1987 - December 1999

-Led all aspects of firm specializing in private sector projects such as turn-key initiatives for villas, apartment finishings and events.
-Built stage for high-profile Pepsi-Cola international special event at Karnak temple in Luxor, opera "Aida": accommodated +100 musicians while overcoming complex limitations for any changes to historic site.
-Awarded by Pepsi-Cola for superior completion of project.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

President

January 1987 - January 1999

HISHAM EL BAZ CONTRACTING OFFICE

Egypt

January 1987 - January 1999

HISHAM EL BAZ CONTRACTING OFFICE, Cairo, Egypt • 1987 - 1999
President
• Led all aspects of firm specializing in private sector projects such as turn-key initiatives for villas, apartment
finishings, and events.
• Built stage for high-profile Pepsi-Cola International special event at Karnak temple in Luxor, opera "Aida;"
accommodated +100 musicians while overcoming complex limitations for any changes to historic site.
• Awarded by Pepsi-Cola for superior completion of project.
Job role:
Management

General Manager & Board Member

February 1995 - December 1997

NILE COMPANY FOR MANUFACTURING & BUILDING OF MATERIALS

Cairo, Egypt

February 1995 - December 1997

Nile Company produce agglomerated marble and granite blocks under vacuum as well as cutting marble and granite blocks, polishing and cutting to sizes all products.
Turned around declining company, successfully leading it to achieve its 1st profits in 10 years in 1996
Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

General Manager & Board Member

January 1995 - January 1997

NILE COMPANY FOR MANUFACTURING & BUILDING OF MATERIALS

Egypt

January 1995 - January 1997

NILE COMPANY FOR MANUFACTURING & BUILDING OF MATERIALS, Cairo, Egypt • 1995 - 1997
General Manager & Board Member
• Turned around declining company, successfully leading it to achieve its 1st profits in 10 years in 1996.
Resume
HISHAM M.B.L. EL BAZ • • hisham.elbaz@gmail.com


NOTE: Additional roles include Consultant & Coordinator, WOOCHANG CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Korean
Contracting Company), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Project Manager, A + B DEVELOPMENT, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia;
Consultant, WOOCHANG CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Korean Contracting Company), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia;
Project Manager, 3D/INTERNATIONAL (American Consulting Firm), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Intern, SPANCRETE
INDUSTRIES (American Manufacturer), Wisconsin, USA; and Intern, VBB'S (Swedish Consulting Firm),
Stockholm, Sweden. ***Completed unique range of multinational projects such as state-of-the-art guest
residences, cutting-edge conference center in international compound, and renovation of King Saud's Palace.
Details on request.
Job role:
Management

Education

Columbia University School of Engineering New York N.Y. USA

January 1978

January 1978

Master's degree, Structural Engineering

United States

Columbia University School of Engineering New York N.Y. USA

May 1977

May 1977

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

United States

Columbia University Engineering School

Master's degree, Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Structural Engineering Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Columbia University Engineering School, New York, New York, USA Interned at Swedish consulting firm VBB HQ in Stockholm in Structural Dept. and Water Supply Dept. Interned at American concrete manufacturer Spancrete Industries in Drafting & Engineering Dept. Interned at American consulting firm 3D/International in Planning Dept.

Skills

Think Tank
Expert
Think Tank
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Value Engineering
Expert
Value Engineering
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Leadership
Expert
AND MARKETING
AND MARKETING
AND SALES
AND SALES
CASH
CASH
CLIENTS
Expert
CLIENTS
Expert
INCREASING SALES
INCREASING SALES
MARKETING
MARKETING
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
OPERA
Expert
OPERA
Expert
SALES
Expert
SALES
Expert
SALES OFFICE
SALES OFFICE
Think Tank
Expert
Think Tank
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Negotiation
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Value Engineering
Expert
Value Engineering
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Leadership
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
French
Expert
Korean
Expert
Swedish
Expert
Arabic
Expert

Memberships

Egyptian Society of civil engineers

member

January 1978

American society of civil Engineers

member

January 1978

Hobbies

  • Golf