Charlie P. Ghastine
Senior Construction Project Manager at Constructions Seni Inc- Claim this Profile
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Arabic Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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French Full professional proficiency
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Credentials
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PMP Certification
PMI-MontrealSep, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certified in Estimation Software
Estimation, Inc.Jan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Revit Architecture 2015 Certified Professional Exam
AutodeskJun, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Certification in Autodesk 3D Max and Rendering 2016
AIMS International UAEJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Certification in Autodesk, REVIT Architecture 2016
AIMS International UAEJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Essential Management Skills
Informa Middle EastSep, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Architectural aluminum: Introduction to coating options and how to specify them.
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Buildings envelop commissioning.
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Certificate in AUTOCAD 3D A.U.C. American Universal College.
Lebanese American University -
Essential Management Skills EMS.
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Excellence in Business Leadership.
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Facade innovations and sustainable design.
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Façade innovations and sustainable design.
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Fit-out design criteria certification.
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Glass Masterclass: Glass properties and Glass fracture patterns.
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Legal responsibilities and duty of care associated with proper façade design and engineering.
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Overcoming common acoustics issues associated with glass facades.
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Product Certification Scheme of Glazing Products.
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Experience
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Constructions Seni
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Construction Project Manager
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Oct 2019 - Present
• Working closely with Development teams on scope of work, design criteria, budget and schedule creation, project progress reporting, communication with contractors/vendors, and contract administration;• Procuring, reviewing, analyzing and interpreting budgets for use in due diligence and project development;• Implementing and maintaining Project Management procedures and processes as it relates to forms, approvals, submissions;• Participating in tender and contract preparation, coordinate tender receipt and opening;Monitor and update construction timelines/milestones/schedules;• Communicating with consultants and architects to ensure collection/distribution of project drawings;• Communicating with a variety of stakeholders including Vendors, Property Managers, Construction Managers on items such as construction notice to tenants; coordination of site activity around tenant occupied spaces, site instruction, invoices, payments, permit application, etc.;• Performing regular site inspections and coordinate bi-weekly meetings on site;Issue close out checklist and submission of close out documents;• Working with the Development Managers on obtaining permits and authorizations from the local utility companies and municipalities;• Maintaining regular status reports by updating the project database and other project management reporting tools;• Recommending and implementing process changes/improvements to ensure accurate and timely reporting to all stakeholders.
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Dama Construction
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Canada
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Estimator
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Jan 2019 - Nov 2019
Responsible for the estimation of construction bid packages which entailed the following process:• Review of bid tender documentation;• Prepared list of subcontractors for invitation;• Involved in strategy for estimation review;• Reviewed drawings and documentation to produce RFI;• Architectural take-offs for various disciplines;• Validated quotations;• Finalized quotation with Director and issued to client.• Estimating various takeoffs, which involves completing standard estimating forms (manually or electronically) our client will provide. • Completing of the quantity survey(s), prepare a cost summary for the entire project or parts of the assignment, including costs of labour, equipment, materials, subcontracts, overhead, taxes, insurance, markup, and any other costs that may affect the project. The bid proposal is reviewed with the Director of Estimation and then Presented to the client. • Securing quotations by providing information from outside resources based on time required, price and quality of work. • Developing communication with all levels of our client’s personnel and sub-trade resources to gather all necessary information and suggestions needed to prepare the company’s service-offer. • Soliciting information (e.g. from designers, architects, engineers, etc.); to assist in making complex calculations, • Making sound and accurate judgments based on data and company rules and regulation. • Transfering all the plans and details of the project and answer any questions to assure the project is understood. • Assisting in developing strategies and processes to improve the efficiency, effectiveness of estimating and related systems.
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Al Hail Holding
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United Arab Emirates
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Investment Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager Architect: Design, Estimation, Construction & Development
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Mar 2009 - Apr 2018
(2009 – 2013)• Engaged with clients to understand the project requirements;• Reviewed architectural documents for areas of conflict with all the disciplines; • Ensured that the design drawings conform to the requirements within the applicable codes;• Reviewed and approved all work permits, work orders, procurements for both in-house and external contractors’ works; • Led a multidiscipline team to perform layout and detailing on architectural projects;• Dealt with problems that came up during building;• Performed program schedules; • Made site visits to check on progress; • Negotiated with contractors and other professionals;• Documentation and willingness to support project managers with stakeholder meeting;(2013 – 2018)• Led business development and marketing initiatives with bid preparation including RFP, TVR, tendering; • Monitored projects’ aspects: concept, detail design, design development and contract administration;• Wrote and edited architectural specifications, perform QA/QC and technical review• Ensured development of consistent, high-quality and high standards project deliverables;• Performed program schedules; • Led project teams with other technical staff, assured that the work is accurate and well coordinated; • Co-ordinate the work of contractors;• Made site visits to check on progress;
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Project Design Manager and Senior Retail Delivery Development, Construction & Design
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2009 - 2018
• Worked with clients and contractors to identify and develop projects from initial identification, proposal development and evaluation through installation, measurement and verification• Managed the retail design and delivery process between the client tenant and contractors.• Established and implementing the leasing and retail delivery strategy throughout the Project. • Managed the on-site tenants fit-out (Architecture & MEP) with cooperate tenant, coordinators, contractors, and city building departments to complete the Fit-out as per the submitted work completion schedule according to the approved plans and materials in order to expedite the rent commencement dates.• Set-up Tenant’s Fit-out Criteria procedures, tenant co-ordination manual and design control documents.• Directed and monitored issues related to internal design & tenants fit-out to ensure that they are in compliance with Mall requirements & policies.• Reviewed and approved all work permits, work orders, procurements for both in-house and external contractors’ works. • Reviewed the Design drawing CAD & 3D perspective, prepared by the Tenant to ensure they are correct and in accordance with the Lease Agreement and Tenant’s Manual.• Monitored progress of works and supervising the Tenant Fit out operation to ensure a proper compliance with the approved design.• Facilitated timely communication and coordination with the tenants in order to guarantee completion of the fit-out shops according to the scheduled opening dates.• Ensured that the used approved materials and the fit-out process are as per the tenant and the mall expectation, high-quality and high standards.
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Senior Architect, Estimator & Design
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Jan 2003 - Aug 2009
Responsible of designing, managing & drawing building plans 2D & 3D, provide new Ideas, charge of preparing bids and project proposals, managing staff, and completing projects from design through construction as follow:(2003 – 2007)• Work as part of a team of building and Architect professionals;• Brought great, fresh ideas to the team that are project-appropriate;• Created plans 2D, 3D and gather design requirements for new structures; • Developed architectural ideas that reflect branding with architecture, color, materials, and lighting;• Prepared and presented design proposals to clients; • Produced detailed drawings, including materials;• Attending regular meetings with clients, contractors and other specialists;• Demonstrated proficiency in lighting as a design element, including lighting and shadows for impact;(2007 – 2009)• Ensured that the architectural design and drawings conform to the requirements and codes; • Reviewed new products and technologies; • Produce concept boards of images for feedback and approval from the Art Director and Clients;• Selected in-budget materials and finishes that support the concepts;• Co-ordinate the work of contractors;• Made site visits to check on progress;• Collaborated with other technology teams including architecture, FM, Opt, QA, QC and MEP engineers; • Coordinated workloads with project team to complete the required documents on schedule;• Produced high quality project design deliverables in construction documents; • Ensured the facilitation of a project’s completion on-time, on budget, and meeting DDA’s quality standards:
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Education
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Comparative evaluation for studies done outside Quebec,Immigration Department Diversity & Inclusion ( Quebec, Canada )
Master in Architecture -
1992 - 1999
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik - USEK
D.E.S. en Architecture” Université Saint-Esprit-Kaslik, U.S.E.K. Liban, Architecture
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