Experience

Unick Consulting Limited

• United Kingdom
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Architect

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  Currently working with a Scottish cinema design specialist, managing Multiplex Cinemas, F&B and FEC projects for MAF - a recognised cinema operator in the Middle East, taking charge of projects from concept design to post-contract, throughout various engineering and construction phases. The undertaken scope of work includes but is not limited to:  Interacting with client representatives to define job descriptions and project functional and spatial requirements for VOX Cinemas, Magic Planet, Yalla Bowling, THAT Concept Store, and Dreamscape projects.  Reviewing IFT and IFC design packages before final issue to client and contractors.  Responding to QS team’s RFI to generate comprehensive Fitting Out / Contract BOQ(s) with no scope gaps that could impact actual project cost.  Reviewing MEP coordinated drawings, identifying design discrepancies and technical issues conflicting with the architectural and interior design.  Coordinating acoustical requirements with the ID and MEP design packages.  Reviewing & approving ID material submittals and fit out shop drawings to ensure the project is built to the pre-approved design package.  Attending site inspections and meetings with specialists and construction teams to resolve technical and project issues, and recommend achievable solutions that best meet the business and the design intent. Show less



Cool Inc

• Saudi Arabia
• Hospitality
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Client Architect

  • Nov 2021 - Oct 2022

  Provided consulting services for a Saudi hospitality company. Worked as the client representative and the head of engineering for the design and execution of 22 F&B projects in Riyadh and Jeddah. The projects varied from cafes and fast casual to Michelin-starred fine dining concepts, such as, Sexy Fish, Scott’s, Spago & Gym Khana. The scope of work consisted of:  Supervising interior design phases with the designated ID Consultants, such as Bergman Deign House, to ensure the design packages are issued in line with the design intent and the Brand guide lines.  Reviewing and approving final detailed design packages prior to issue to site team for execution.  Inspecting and approving ID finishes on behalf of the Brand for main contractors.  Attending design and site meetings with the client and Brand owners.  Undertaking site visits to ensure the execution and finishing quality were up to required standards and Brand requirements.  Issuing snagging reports for the client and consultants for final handing over process. Show less



Havelock One Interiors

• United Arab Emirates
• Construction
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Senior Architect – Technical Manager

  • Feb 2017 - Jun 2018

   Managed projects from tendering and execution to completion stages.  Supervised projects engineering and finishing quality.  Led a design team to prepare detailed design and fit out shop drawings.  Generated project overviews and coordinated interior design packages with other building aspects such as architectural, structural, acoustical, MEP and FLS.  Participated in the tendering process to help cost estimators better grasp the technical aspects of the project, preventing overly optimistic or pessimistic cost appraisal of proposals.  Value-engineered technical alternatives to ID-specified materials to increase the project’s profitability and optimize the execution timeline.  Resolved construction-related issues and provided adequate technical solutions, ensuring that projects were carried out in accordance with the pre-approved design packages. Show less



Royalton Holdings Construction LLC

• Business Bay, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Senior Architect – Technical Manager

  • Feb 2015 - Jan 2017

   Managed the design and fit-out of a number of F&B, commercial and residential projects throughout the Middle East and around the Caspian Sea.  Worked with teams of designers in preparing detailed design packages, construction drawings, and design solutions that best met the project's needs.  Finalized building and finishing materials in accordance with the contract's specifications, the approved design, and the budget.  Conducted regular site inspections and meetings to ensure all work was performed in compliance with the relevant design specifications, building standards and authority regulations. Show less



Hi-Style Interiors & Exteriors LLC

• Al Quz, Dubai, UAE

• Sr. Architect / Design Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Jan 2015

   Managed and led multi-disciplinary design team, created presentations and interior design layouts for client approval.  Liaised with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), ensuring that all project requirements were met and that all arising issues were addressed in a timely manner.  Coordinated interior works in relation to architectural, structural, MEP and FLS scopes.  Supported the completion of the initial project cost estimate during the tendering process.  Inspected fit out joinery works throughout manufacturing, delivery, and site execution.  Conducted site visits, provided clients and senior management with work inspection and snagging reports. Show less



EDMAC Engineering Consultants

• Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Senior Architect / Designer

  • Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

   Monitored architectural projects from inception to completion.  Interacted with clients and negotiated agreements on the scope f work, cost, and contractual terms.  Developed architectural designs, detailed drawings and 3D modelling.  Prepared project summaries and presentations to various groups, governmental and private organizations and stakeholders for design review and approval.  Coordinated architectural layouts with the structural and MEP design packs.  Participated in meetings with local authorities’ representatives to secure project approvals, building permits, and completion certificates. Show less



AL-HANDASSA Architectural and Urban Studies

• Algiers, Algeria

• Sr. Architect & Coordinator

  • Sep 2008 - Dec 2010

  Effective job responsibilities:  Developed concept and detailed design drawings for architectural and interior projects.  Coordinated civil and MEP design packages with architectural drawings.  Produced project 3D modeling and construction shop drawings.  Obtained licenses for project completion from various governing agencies.  Conducted site surveys and provided specified parties with reports. Effective job responsibilities:  Developed concept and detailed design drawings for architectural and interior projects.  Coordinated civil and MEP design packages with architectural drawings.  Produced project 3D modeling and construction shop drawings.  Obtained licenses for project completion from various governing agencies.  Conducted site surveys and provided specified parties with reports.



YAHIA Architectural Studies

• Blida, Algeria

• Design Architect - Project Coordinator

  • Jan 2007 - Aug 2008

  Effective duties:  Attended meetings with clients, experts, and members of the local authorities.  Managed projects from early design stages to completion and handing over.  Coordinated architectural layouts with structure and MEP design packages.  Prepared presentations boards for tender submissions.  Developed 3D modeling.  Produced project's model scale for customer and local government presentations.  Conducted site inspections and producing site inspection and sngging reports.  Finalized of as-built drawings.  Delt with the issue of building permits and authority approvals. Show less



ATHENIUM Architectural and Urban Studies

• Blida, Algeria

• Junior Architect

  • Jul 2003 - Dec 2006

  Effective responsibilities:  Produced architectural designs and detailed drawings.  Coordinated design requirements with clients.  Created perspectives and 3D renderings for project's presentation.  Produced model scales for the projects.  Surveyed construction site and prepared site inspection reports. Effective responsibilities:  Produced architectural designs and detailed drawings.  Coordinated design requirements with clients.  Created perspectives and 3D renderings for project's presentation.  Produced model scales for the projects.  Surveyed construction site and prepared site inspection reports.