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Mutasem Abdo, Lead Façade Engineer

Mutasem Abdo

Lead Façade Engineer·GHD

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, sciences

Work experience

Total years of experience: 15 years, 7 months

Lead Façade Engineer

November 2024 - Present

GHD

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

November 2024 - Present

• Review and enhance façade engineering processes, identifying gaps, risks, and improvement
opportunities.
• Lead requirements gathering and ensure alignment between business and technical needs.
• Analyze complex façade challenges and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for strategic decisions.
• Manage project teams, assign responsibilities, and ensure timely delivery.
• Mentor façade engineers and build technical capability across the façade team.
• Oversee data analysis to support planning and reporting.
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as senior technical representative.
• Support contract management and coordination with vendors and partners.
Key projects:
One by Binghatti (Dubai)
◦ Fahid Beach House (Aldar, Abu Dhabi)
◦ Dubai Maritime Plot 2A
◦ ADIA HQ
Refurbishment
◦ Warner Bros Hotel Extension
◦ Fahid TA 13 (Aldar)
◦ Artist Residence (Dubai)

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Principal Façade Consultant

June 2023 - October 2024

Skytop Engineering

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

June 2023 - October 2024

• Led façade engineering and consultancy operations for the Dubai branch.
• Established a dynamic, high-quality design environment ensuring excellence in façade deliverables.
• Managed façade design from concept to IFC, coordinating with architects and all disciplines.
• Developed façade systems, specifications, and detailed design reports
Key projects:
Diriyah Square - Escarpment Hotel & Wadi Hanifah Resort Diamond Warehouse

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Senior Façade Consultant

July 2017 - June 2023

KOLTAY Facades

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

July 2017 - June 2023

Pre-construction Stage:
• Delivered schematic, detailed, and tender design packages.
• Prepared façade reports, scope mark-ups, performance specifications, BMU layouts, and restraint
locations.
Construction Stage:
• Reviewed contractor submissions including drawings, calculations, and material data.
• Conducted site and factory inspections, including performance and visual mock-ups.
• Attended coordination meetings with all stakeholders.
Post-Construction Stage:
• Conducted site assessments and condition evaluations.
• Prepared due-diligence reports with observations and recommendations.
Key projects:
Swarovski Towers
◦ Vida Zaabeel
◦ Fountain Views
◦ Crowne Plaza Refurbishment
◦ The ONE JVC

Boulevard Point
◦ Snow Tower
◦ AD Police Academy
◦ Burj Vista
◦ Imperial Avenue
◦ Address Sky View
◦ Al
Fattan Sky Towers

Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Engineering

Façade Design Manager

January 2016 - May 2017

Commodore Aluminium Industries Co. LLC

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

January 2016 - May 2017

• Led façade engineering teams and coordinated with system providers.
• Supervised shop drawings, material submissions, and production documentation.
• Resolved technical issues and ensured alignment with project requirements.
Key Projects:
AKOYA 550 Villas
◦ Saraya Towers
◦ ADNOC Housing Complex
◦ ADMA Complex
◦ Burjeel Medical City

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Engineering

Facade Design Manager – Construction Package Manager

September 2010 - November 2015

United Arab Aluminium Company - Member of C.P.C- Saudi Binladen Group

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

September 2010 - November 2015

• Prepared concept details and tender packages.
• Managed shop drawings, material submittals, and technical coordination.
• Led technical department to meet fabrication and installation targets. (Blaise Diagne Airport Project -Senegal)
• Supervised installation of all façade systems including CW, skylights, point-fix, steel grids, and ACP.
• Ensured quality control, material availability, and site access.
• Managed site inspectors and coordinated with main contractor and consultant.
• Prepared monthly invoices and coordinated with QS teams.
System Development:
• Designed and developed UNITED façade system profiles and gaskets for CW, windows, doors, and
skylights. Material take-off, BOQ, optimization, shop drawings, and technical training.
King University AIU University
◦ Financial District (FD1&FD2)
◦ Blaise Diagne Airport, Senegal

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Education

Damascus University

January 2011

January 2011

Master's degree, sciences

Syria

Damascus University

August 2010

August 2010

Bachelor's degree, Architectural Engineering And Urban Planning

Syria

Skills

Business Development Manager
Expert
Business Development Manager
Expert
Consultancy Services
Expert
Consultancy Services
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Design Management
Expert
Design Management
Expert
Architecture
Expert
Architecture
Expert
Team player/ Team Lead
Expert
Team player/ Team Lead
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
COMPONENT BASED SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Intermediate
COMPONENT BASED SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Intermediate
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING
Intermediate
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CONCEPT ARTS
Intermediate
CONCEPT ARTS
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION
Intermediate
CROSS FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION
Intermediate
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS
Intermediate
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS
Intermediate
ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS
Intermediate
ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
REQUIREMENTS ELICITATION
Intermediate
REQUIREMENTS ELICITATION
Intermediate
SESSION COMPUTER SCIENCE
Intermediate
SESSION COMPUTER SCIENCE
Intermediate
Design Consulting
Expert
Design Consulting
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Project Management
Expert
Construction Management
Expert
Construction Management
Expert
Design Management
Expert
Design Management
Expert
Architecture
Expert
Architecture
Expert

Social profiles

Personal Website
Personal Website

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Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
English
Expert
French
Intermediate