Ahmed Awaad
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Am a civil Engineering Professional and Chartered Engineer in the UK and New Zealand and a Fellow member in the UK and USA. Have over twenty-five years of Experience, including eighteen years in the UAE. Worked for real estate developers (Clients), the municipality, consultants, and contractors; gained comprehensive knowledge of the entire lifecycle of the design, project management, construction, and real estate industries. Experience equipped with the capability to manage diverse projects across multiple disciplines, ensuring their successful execution. Strategic-thinking professional with expertise driving business growth to exceed expectations. Expert in design management , project management , real estate development , construction management and disputes ]and talented coach and mentor. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Vice President - Design
Aldar Properties
01.2017 - 12.2023
- Worked in several roles related to real estate design management, project management, real estate development, construction and delivery, asset management and construction disputes
- Managed diverse projects across multiple disciplines
- Reviewed master plans, developed amendments, and managed design and project management of government projects
- Oversaw internal project team, consultants, and sub-consultants
- Managed purchase agreements, value engineering, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Appointed design consultants and encouraged performance pursuant to deed and scope of service.
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
- Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
- Produced designs that met statutory and regulatory approvals
- Managed and expedited complex projects worth 2 billion Dhs each
- Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team .
- Engaged with design team to mitigate health and safety risks.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted with sales by providing economical solution that enable sales
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers and supported them to build
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Aligned with organizational objectives and mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity by working with KPGM to develop services list and service card for around sixty services.
- Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits
- Participated in construction planning and management phases, incorporating interior design requirements into floor plans and blueprints
- Oversaw construction work on-site to confirm adherence to design plans
- Trained team, delegating tasks and offering insight to help meet tight deadlines.
Design Director
Mezyad Engineering Consultants
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Managed operations, design, and customer relationships
- Led design process from concept to final product.
- Enforced quality control and compliance with codes and standards.
- Managed project management, procurement, construction management, field inspection, delivery, and handover.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Mentored each designer to promote confidence and productivity, which encouraged new ideas and fostered positive working relationships.
- Drafted capital and expense planning reports for design projects, incorporating prescribed budgetary limitations and timeframes.
- Managed procurement , applying clients' requested parameters to product selection.
- Implemented process improvements to increase team effectiveness and reduce repetitive tasks.
- Oversaw construction work on-site to confirm adherence to design plans.
- Managed team of 10 engineers and administrates.
- Trained team, delegating tasks and offering insight to help meet tight deadlines
- Designed environmentally-friendly spaces using sustainable and recycled materials
- Oversaw construction work on-site to confirm adherence to design plans
- Participated in construction planning and management phases, incorporating interior design requirements into floor plans and blueprints.
Head of Engineering & Inspection
Al Dhafra Municipality
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Managed operation and team of up to 50 engineers and inspectors
- Developed building regulations and online permitting systems.
- Enforced codes, standards, and regulations related to construction.
- Managed design review, field inspection, violation control, and special field inspection reports
- Managed construction of mega projects and coordinated with owners, developers, and contractors
- Managed disputes and presented municipality in court
- Managed customer complaints and audits.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Structural Team Leader
Atkins
06.2005 - 12.2008
- Managed a team of 30 engineers and CAD technicians
- Delivered civil and structural engineering solutions for high-rise buildings and hotels
- Coordinated with other disciplines, sub-consultants, contractors, and subcontractors
- Developed design statements and specifications
- Conducted field inspections and internal reviews
- Managed project specifications and program
- Developed department's IT strategy.
Senior Structural Design Engineer/Deputy Head of Structural Department
Arab Consulting Engineers (ACE) (Moharram-Bakhoum)
01.1997 - 04.2005
- Managed a design team of engineers and CAD technicians
- Designed navigation locks and provided construction support
- Designed projects to international codes and standards
- Conducted tender evaluations and managed projects
- Conducted field inspections and provided solutions for construction issues
- Collaborated with clients and ensured high-quality service delivery.
- Design metro dubai tender design
- worked on renovation of historical buildings
- Monitored implementation of necessary safety and redundancy principals in design and construction of new structures.
- Organized and directed construction and demolition and related construction sequence
- Supervised application of quality assurance and quality control of construction
- Performed quality inspections of all plans, documents, and calculations as well as in-progress and final bridge construction.
- Inspected and evaluated existing buildings for structural deficiencies and code violations.
- Provided technical advice to industrial personnel on design, construction and structural repairs.
- Traveled to build sites to collaborate with construction personnel and to confirm compliance with design parameters and regulations.
- Authored technical specifications for structural designs
- Administered contracts and managed projects.
- Oversaw proposal and bidding phases of construction.
- Drafted structural plans using various computer-aided design solutions.
- Oversaw the design and supervision of more than hundred buildings and structures
Team Leader
Saudi Bin Laden (SBG)
06.2003 - 09.2003
- Worked remotely from the Egypt Branch on the Makka Towers construction project
- Developed shop drawings manual and performed value engineering
- Managed a team of twelve engineers
- Reviewed construction joint locations and proposed solutions
- Coordinated with the main office and the site team.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Addressed issues with employees representative
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Senior Structural Engineer
Palm Hills Developments
02.2001 - 12.2002
- Provided construction support and reviewed customer modification requests
- Ensured quality and enforced standards.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Helped prepare project budgets, maintain schedules and put together final documentation.
- Organized and directed construction and demolition and related activities
- Drafted structural plans using various computer-aided design solutions.
- Authored technical specifications for structural designs.
- Prepared presentations outlining proposed designs to customers and incorporated feedback into final plans.
- Traveled to build sites to collaborate with construction personnel and to confirm compliance with design parameters and regulations.
- Oversaw the customers modifications requests post purchases of several villas and updated drawings accordingly considering what has been build on site and proposed demolishing plans .
Construction Manager
Lina for Touristic Development
04.1996 - 01.1997
- Managed construction program, main contractor, and subcontractors
- Enforced quality and managed relationships with consultants and supervision teams.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high-quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Supervised team of ten buildings under constrction to maintain productivity and quality of work
Construction Manager
Amer Group/Misr for Touristic Development
05.1995 - 04.1996
- Managed construction program, main contractor, and subcontractors
- Enforced quality and managed relationships with consultants and supervision teams.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Supervised team of ten construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive schedule of preventive maintenance and repair work.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Oversaw effective disposal of construction waste and implemented programs to increase use of recycled materials.
- Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets
Structural Engineer
Akhlas Hosni Consulting
- Performed structural design and field inspection.
- Conducted assets inspection and reporting for valuation.
- Completed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads, and other metrics using both manual and digital methods.
- Assisted drafters in developing structural design of products using drafting tools or computer-assisted design (CAD) or drafting equipment and software.
- Monitored implementation of necessary safety and redundancy principals in design and construction of new structures.
- Authored technical specifications for structural design.
- Managed the evaluation of more than twenty-five buildings.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Real Estate Economics And Finance
The London School of E Science
London , UK 08.2021 - 10.2021
MBA - Business Manamgnet
Azteca University
Mexico, Mexico 06.2017 - 06.2019
Pre-Master of Civil Engineering - Structural Engineering
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt 09.2002 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Menoufia University
Menoufia, Egypt 09.1988 - 07.1993
Skills
Civil& Structural engineering, geotechnical and marine engineering
Cost management, Value Engineering, construction management
Client Coordination and relation management
Non-Destructive Testing, Structural Inspection& Specification Development
Technical Report Writing, Proposal Development
Customer Relations, Budget Administration
Sustainable Design and digital transformation
Self-Directed, Problem Resolution, Customer Service and Cultural Awareness
Real estate development & master planning
Research, Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Data Management, Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving, Analytical Thinking and Microsoft Office
Affiliations
· Chartered Engineer status with the Engineering Council (UK) and Engineering New Zealand
· International Professional Engineer, Engineering New Zealand
· Fellow Member and Chartered Engineer (CEng), the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (UK)
· Chartered Engineer (CEng), the Institute of Engineering and Technology (UK)
· Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (US)
· Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (UK)
· Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Highway and Transportation
· A certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and an Associate Auditor
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate - Real Estate Economics And Finance
The London School of E Science
08.2021 - 10.2021
MBA - Business Manamgnet
Azteca University
06.2017 - 06.2019
Senior Vice President - Design
Aldar Properties
01.2017 - 12.2023
Design Director
Mezyad Engineering Consultants
01.2016 - 12.2016
Head of Engineering & Inspection
Al Dhafra Municipality
01.2009 - 12.2015
Structural Team Leader
Atkins
06.2005 - 12.2008
Team Leader
Saudi Bin Laden (SBG)
06.2003 - 09.2003
Pre-Master of Civil Engineering - Structural Engineering
Cairo University
09.2002 - 09.2003
Senior Structural Engineer
Palm Hills Developments
02.2001 - 12.2002
Senior Structural Design Engineer/Deputy Head of Structural Department
Arab Consulting Engineers (ACE) (Moharram-Bakhoum)
01.1997 - 04.2005
Construction Manager
Lina for Touristic Development
04.1996 - 01.1997
Construction Manager
Amer Group/Misr for Touristic Development
05.1995 - 04.1996
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Menoufia University
09.1988 - 07.1993
Structural Engineer
Akhlas Hosni Consulting