Omer Karoum, Managing Director

Omer Karoum

Managing Director

ORGANISM A.E.U

Location
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Education
Master's degree, Masters of science in Architecture
Experience
20 years, 8 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :20 years, 8 Months

Managing Director at ORGANISM A.E.U
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • My current job since April 2019

Developed and maintained the firm's vision, mission statement and strategic plan.
Built strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service throughout the entire project journey
from inception to completion.
Pursued networking events, trade shows and industry-related meetings to increase the firm's public reach-out
Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects.
Developed concepts, design aesthetics and directions for projects., and managed the production efforts on
projects/designs.
led project teams, coordinated efforts of other team members and consultants, and supervised the completion of
project.
Developed project program requirements, and led development of construction documents, code evaluations, and
managed construction administration for the architectural team.
Managed multiple projects at a time, ensuring all deadlines are met.
Conducted regular site visits to ensure quality of work and adherence to project plans. Created innovative
solutions to complex structural and design challenges.
Managed engineering and design teams to ensure projects met safety standards and code regulations.
Engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.
Planned or designed residential, commercial, mixed-use, urban design as well as public-building projects in
accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations

Principal Architect/Urban Design at KARPLEN Consultants
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • May 2013 to April 2019

Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects.

Developed concepts, design aesthetics and directions for projects., and managed the production efforts of projectz.

led project teams, coordinated efforts of other team members and consultants, and supervised the completion of
project.

Developed project program requirements, and led development of construction documents, code evaluations, and

managed construction administration for the architectural team.

Managed multiple projects at a time, ensuring all deadlines are met.

Conducted regular site visits to ensure quality of work and adherence to project plans.

Cooperated with engineering and design teams to ensure projects met safety standards and code regulations.

Conducted periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans.

Engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents.

Planned or designed residential, commercial, mixed-use, urban design as well as public-building projects in
accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations

Architect at AL MASHREQ ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • June 2005 to August 2010

Ensured quality assurance processes were followed throughout the duration of each project.

Provided technical guidance to junior architects throughout the design process.

Prepared presentations outlining proposed designs and strategies for potential clients.

Collaborated with local planning authorities to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes and
regulations.

Reviewed shop drawings submitted by contractors for accuracy against original blueprints.

Organized regular meetings between team members to discuss progress updates on current projects.

Presented final designs to clients for approval prior to implementation of the project plan.

Inspected ongoing projects at various stages of development to ensure adherence to plans and specifications.

Designed and implemented complex architectural projects, including multi-story buildings, with a focus on
sustainability and energy efficiency.

Created 3D visualizations to illustrate design concepts and present them to clients.

Managed the entire design process from concept to completion, coordinating with contractors, engineers, and
other professionals involved in the project.

Performed cost estimates for each stage of a project based on material selections, labor requirements.

Developed detailed drawings for new construction projects.
Conducted regular site visits to ensure quality of work and adherence to project plans.

Managed multiple projects at a time, ensuring all deadlines are met.

Cooperated with engineering and design teams to ensure projects met safety standards and code regulations.

Adapted existing designs or created entirely new ones based on client feedback.

Site Architect at EMIRATES ENGINEERING CENTER
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • October 2003 to December 2004

Supervised day-to-day operations related to construction activities onsite.
Identified potential problems on site and developed solutions to address them.
Resolved discrepancies between as-built drawings and designs during the construction process.
Monitored progress of works onsite, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, codes and standards.
Provided guidance on construction methods and materials to contractors and sub-contractors.
Collaborated with other engineering staff to ensure that all construction met safety standards and local
regulations.
Monitored on-site progress and verified conformance to design specifications and safety standards.
Provided technical advice regarding design and construction.

Architect at TEKNO CONSULTANCY (formerly AYOUB ENG. CONSULTANCY)
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • October 2000 to September 2003

Produced conceptual, preliminary design plans, renderings, and documents
Produced layout of projects, coordinated and integrated engineering elements into unified design for client review
and approval
Utilized computer-assisted design software to prepare project designs and plan
Produces construction documents
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality.
Provided guidance in selecting appropriate materials such as wood, steel or concrete according to the project
needs.
Developed comprehensive design plans for residential, commercial, mixed-use as well as public-building projects
that met local building codes

Architect- Part time at AWTAD CONSULTANCY
  • Sudan - Khartoum
  • July 2002 to December 2002

Produced conceptual, preliminary design plans, renderings, and documents
Produced layout of the project, coordinated and integrated engineering elements into unified design for client
review and approval
Utilized computer-assisted design software to prepare project designs and plans.

Education

Master's degree, Masters of science in Architecture
  • at Lund University
  • December 2012

Main field of study: Architecture with specialization in Sustainable Urban Design

Bachelor's degree, Architecture
  • at UNIVERSITY OF KHARTOUM
  • July 2000

Specialties & Skills

Architecture
Urban Design
Urban Planning
AutoCad
3D STUDIO MAX
Adobe photoshop
MS Office - Internet
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Illustrator
ArchiCAD
Microsoft Office
Architectural Design
Project Management
Interior Design
Architecture
Urban Planning
Urban Design
Materials
Landscape Design
Site Supervision
Planning

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
Swedish
Beginner

Memberships

Sudanese Engineering Council
  • graduate engineer
  • September 2003
Sudanese Institute of Architects
  • Architect
  • September 2003