Marwan Abou Assaf

Seasoned interior fit-out leader with 27 years of experience delivering luxury, large-scale projects from concept to completion. Proven track record in leading multi-national teams, driving cost-efficient delivery, and ensuring the highest quality standards. Skilled in translating client visions into bespoke design solutions, managing procurement and contracts, and resolving complex project challenges. Successfully delivered a landmark luxury project in Riyadh, strengthening company presence and securing additional high-profile opportunities

• Lead end-to-end design development for high-end and luxury assets, from initial concept through
to final implementation, ensuring aesthetic excellence and functional integrity.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, architects, designers, contractors, and suppliers,
maintaining clear communication and alignment across all project phases
• Interpret and translate client visions into bespoke design solutions by conducting in-depth
consultations and maintaining continuous engagement throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, including designers and contractors, ensuring efficient
coordination, resource allocation, and adherence to timelines and budgetary constraints
• Conduct detailed reviews of drawings to verify accuracy, compliance with standards, and
consistency with the projects design intent, prior to construction or installation
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with design specifications.
• Manage procurement and vendor relationships, ensuring timely sourcing and delivery of high
quality materials, finishes, and furnishings aligned with project specifications.
• Resolve design and construction challenges proactively, coordinating with technical experts to
maintain workflow continuity and project integrity.
• Manage and assess project variations, including reviewing and analyzing their impact on cost,
timeline, and scope. Provide recommendations for approval or adjustments to ensure proper budget
control.
• Responsible for payment assessments, evaluating contractor claims, and ensuring accuracy in
invoicing based on work completed, milestones achieved, and contract terms
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders, highlighting project milestones and
addressing any concerns.

• Engaged with stakeholders to define operational goals and develop strategic initiatives aligned
with company objectives.
• Monitored industry trends and the competitive landscape to identify operational enhancements and
market expansion opportunities.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive operational strategies to improve project efficiency
and boost profitability.
• Oversaw and managed all fit-out projects, ensuring adherence to company standards and client
expectations.
• Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts to optimize pricing and ensure timely
delivery of goods and services.
• Directed all aspects of joinery and solid surface factory operations, overseeing production, quality
control, and staff management to maintain high standards.
• Managed project budgets and ensured cost-effective procurement of materials and services.
• Led operations include supply chain management, production planning, quality control, and
logistics.
• Led a cross-functional team across departments such as Commercial, Estimates, Procurement,
Planning, Finance, and Engineering, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitored metrics to track progress and
identify areas for improvement.
• Reviewed financial information and adjusted operational budgets to promote profitability. Revenue Growth: Cost Savings: Project Delivery: Client Satisfaction: Management

• Managed consultants and contractors to ensure they fulfilled their obligations to the project.
• Maintained strong customer relationships by addressing their needs, resolving issues promptly, and
developing and implementing strategies to improve customer satisfaction and retention.
• Managed day-to-day operations, including inventory management, production scheduling, and
workforce planning.
• Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced errors.
• Controlled project scope and objectives, ensuring technical feasibility.
• Monitored payment certificates and cash flow.
• Managed the budget and adjusted project constraints based on financial analysis.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided coaching and training to team members.
• Monitored changes to project scope, schedule, and cost.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, negotiated
favorable terms, and resolved issues in a timely manner. strategic strategic goals full
satisfaction Directly managed the project to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards,
transforming it from a faltering initiative to a successful completion. My efforts meeting exceeding both delivery and quality

PMDC is a leading Management and Engineering Solutions Consultancy, well positioned in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa having offices in Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, PMDC specializes in engineering and project management solutions for a myriad of clients in the Public and Private sector, including provision of: Project Management, Master Planning, Design Management and Construction Management and Supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Managing the consultant and contractor to
ensure they fulfill their obligations towards the
project.
• Coordinate with the client and the operator of
the Project.
• Managed day-to-day operations, including
inventory management, production scheduling,
and workforce planning.
• Implemented process improvements that
increased productivity and reduced errors.
• Control the project scope and objectives and
ensure technical feasibility.
• Monitoring payments certificates & Cash flow.
• Manage the budget and adjust project
constraints based on financial analysis.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations
and provided coaching and training to team
members.
• Monitor any changes to the project scope,
project schedule, and project costs.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships
with Subcontractors/suppliers, negotiating
favorable terms and resolving issues in a timely
manner

Elegant Touch Decor is a specialized company in the Fit-out industry especially in high-end & multipurpose projects such as Hotels, retail, F&B, residential, palaces, exhibitions & offices.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Led a team of project managers, architects,
engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to
successfully deliver multiple interior fitout
projects, ranging from commercial offices to
retail spaces.
• Oversaw all aspects of project planning,
including defining project scope, objectives,
deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Developed and managed project budgets,
ensuring cost control and adherence to
financial targets.
• Implemented effective project management
methodologies, tools, and processes to drive
productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborated closely with clients, architects,
and consultants to understand project
requirements, resolve issues, and ensure
alignment with design intent.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks,
and implemented appropriate mitigation
strategies to keep projects on track.
• Conducted regular project status meetings,
provided updates to stakeholders, and
addressed any concerns or issues raised.
• Managed vendor relationships, negotiated
contracts, and oversaw procurement activities
to ensure timely delivery of materials and
services.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant
regulations, codes, and safety standards
throughout the project lifecycle.
• Close & hand over the project to the clients
commercially & contractually.

Duties & Responsibilities:
•Company Representative in meetings with main consultant, project management, main contractors and owners.
•Lead the construction team and coordinate all activities relating to the execution of the project.
•Ensuring projects meet agreed specifications, budgets & timescales.
•Analyze project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.
•Discussed and solving all work procedures, providing technical advice and solving problems on site.
•Review contractual agreements with clients, suppliers and sup contractors.
•Checking technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly.
•Develop and implement quality control programs.

• Directed multiple fit-out projects simultaneously, overseeing all phases from planning to handover.
• Led a team of project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to
successfully complete various interior fit-out projects, ranging from commercial offices to retail
spaces.
• Oversaw all aspects of project planning, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables,
and resource requirements.
• Implemented effective project management methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance
productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborated closely with clients, architects, and consultants to understand project requirements,
resolve issues, and ensure alignment with design intent.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks, and implemented appropriate mitigation strategies to
keep projects on track.
• Conducted regular project status meetings, provided updates to stakeholders, and addressed any
concerns or issues raised.
• Managed vendor relationships, negotiated contracts, and oversaw procurement activities to ensure
timely delivery of materials and services.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards throughout the
project lifecycle.
• Successfully closed and handed over multiple projects to clients on time and to high-quality
standards, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Managed the execution of interior fitout
projects, including project planning, scheduling,
budgeting, and quality control.
• Coordinated with architects, designers, and
contractors to develop detailed project plans
and specifications.
• Review the project in-depth to schedule
deliverables and estimate costs.
• Monitored project progress, tracked key
performance indicators, and prepared regular
status reports for senior management.
• Conducted regular site visits to ensure
compliance with project specifications, quality
standards, and safety regulations.
• Managed project budgets tracked project
expenses, and controlled costs to ensure
profitability.
• Worked closely with clients to address their
needs, resolve issues, and maintain strong
client relationships.
• Led and motivated project teams, fostering a
collaborative environment and promoting a
culture of excellence and accountability.

• Managed the execution of high-end interior fit-out projects, overseeing project planning,
scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
• Coordinated with architects, designers, and contractors to develop detailed project plans and
specifications.
• Conducted in-depth project reviews to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
• Monitored project progress, tracked key performance indicators, and prepared regular status
reports for senior management.
• Conducted regular site visits to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards,
and safety regulations.
• Managed project budgets, tracked expenses, and controlled costs to ensure profitability.
• Collaborated closely with clients to address their needs, resolve technical and design issues, and
maintain strong relationships.
• Led and motivated project teams, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting a culture of
excellence and accountability.