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AHMED HISHAM

AHMED HISHAM

NOC & TD Coordinator
Dubai,DU

Summary

"Infrastructure Enabler and Stakeholder Strategist with a unique blend of architectural design, Building Information Modeling (BIM) implementation, and organizational coordination for complex, large-scale, and high-priority projects with relevant government entities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi (No Objection Certificates - NOCs). Proven track record of transforming project approval timelines by building trusted, consultative relationships with authorities including the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Municipality, and Abu Dhabi Municipality. Bridges the critical gap between master plan vision and on-the-ground infrastructure reality, mitigating project risks through the early identification of road, utility, and regulatory conflicts. Passionate about applying infrastructure intelligence to shape resilient, approvable master-planned developments."

Overview

5
5

Years of experience in infrastructure & master plan

CORE COMPETENCIES

Infrastructure Intelligence & Regulatory Navigation

· DEWA Distribution Standards & NOC Protocols

· RTA Road Safety  (ROWPS) & Reserve Regulations and NOC approvals

· Dubai / Abu Dhabi Municipality Building Codes

· Cross-Authority Strategic Liaison (DDA, trakhees, nakhaeel, emicool, empower, Other Developers)

Digital Project Delivery

· BIM 360 & Autodesk Ecosystem (Revit, AutoCAD)

· Infrastructure Coordination (QGIS, )

· Project Controls (Primavera P6, SAP, MS Excel Advanced)

Strategic Stakeholder Management

· Consultative Negotiation & Trust-Building with Government Entities

· Pre-emptive Risk Identification & Mitigation

· Multi-Disciplinary Team Leadership

· Technical Translation (Design Intent → Approvable Documentation)

Work History

NOC & TD COORDINATOR

Dubai electric & water authority
06.2024 - Current
  • Serve as the primary regulatory strategist for electricity distribution projects, managing the full lifecycle of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and multi-authority approvals.
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor to government entities, ensuring full alignment with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority distribution objectives and Dubai Municipality infrastructure master planning frameworks.
  • Safeguard strict compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards across all distribution initiatives in Dubai.
  • Secured synchronized approvals from Dubai Police, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and federal/military authorities.
  • Navigated complex security and regulatory frameworks to enable time-sensitive infrastructure operations.
  • Achieved zero operational disruptions during critical project execution phases.
  • Engineered approval pathways for electrical distribution expansions in congested districts with limited road corridors and dense underground utilities.
  • Led cross-functional workshops with RTA, master developers, and DEWA execution teams to design alternative routing solutions.
  • Eliminated projected delays and ensured completion aligned with community handover milestones.
  • Built consultative relationships with engineers and reviewers at RTA, Dubai Municipality, and military authorities.
  • Proactively identified compliance risks and presented mitigation strategies during NOC reviews.
  • Transformed regulatory interactions into solution-oriented partnerships, accelerating approval cycles and strengthening inter-agency collaboration.
  • Directed end-to-end coordination across RTA, Dubai Municipality, Military authorities, developers, telecom providers, and federal entities.
  • Maintained real-time awareness of evolving regulations and technical standards.
  • Ensured all distribution projects remained compliant and aligned with long-term infrastructure expansion strategies.
  • Utilized Primavera P6, SAP, and advanced MS Excel modeling to develop and track detailed project schedules.
  • Prepared executive-level progress dashboards, risk registers, and mitigation plans.
  • Provided senior leadership with full transparency on approval status, bottlenecks, and regulatory risk exposure.

Architecture Supervisor

Dubai Municipality
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Contributed to the digital transformation of high-rise developments through advanced BIM execution and structured quality control processes.
  • Ensured full compliance with Dubai Municipality building regulations while streamlining approval pathways and minimizing regulatory delays.

1. BIM-Driven Regulatory Compliance

  • Led BIM coordination and quality control for complex high-rise projects, ensuring all digital models and 2D/3D documentation met Dubai Municipality regulatory standards.
  • Proactively identified design and compliance gaps during early modeling stages, preventing costly rework and rejection cycles.
  • Accelerated permit approvals by delivering submission-ready, regulation-aligned BIM outputs.

2. Cross-Functional Technical Integration

  • Collaborated with architectural, structural, and MEP teams to ensure seamless model integration within a coordinated BIM environment.
  • Maintained adherence to established workflows, modeling standards, and production pipelines.
  • Delivered coordinated project documentation within targeted timelines, supporting efficient project execution.

3. Process Optimization & Digital Collaboration

  • Utilized BIM 360 and Autodesk platforms to enhance real-time coordination between internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Reduced design clashes, coordination errors, and documentation inconsistencies.
  • Improved overall project delivery quality through structured digital workflows and collaborative review processes.

Architect

Fine Arts Consulting Engineering
01.2023 - 06.2023

Architectural Documentation & Regulatory Coordination – Abu Dhabi Projects Key Achievements

  • Managed architectural documentation and client engagement for residential and commercial developments, ensuring seamless alignment with Abu Dhabi Municipality regulations and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Acted as the interface between client vision, regulatory requirements, and technical feasibility to drive smooth project approvals.

1. Municipal Compliance & Technical Coordination

  • Directed preparation of architectural construction drawings and documentation across all project phases in full compliance with Abu Dhabi Municipality building codes and submission standards.
  • Served as the primary client liaison, translating conceptual design requirements into technically sound and authority-approvable solutions.
  • Streamlined approval workflows by proactively resolving regulatory comments and coordinating revisions with structural and MEP teams.

2. Sustainable Design Integration

  • Embedded sustainable design principles into commercial development proposals, aligning environmental considerations with regulatory expectations.
  • Collaborated closely with engineering disciplines to balance client aspirations, cost efficiency, and sustainability targets.
  • Enhanced project value through environmentally responsible and regulation-compliant design strategies.

Architecture & Interior Designer

Circle 2 design company
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Submit documents such as drawings, proposals, and paperwork for permits
  • Communicate with clients to gather requirements, answer questions, and keep them current on the project status
  • Perform preliminary research for projects
  • Draft 2D - AutoCAD & 3D - Revit rendering - Lumion

Architect & Interior Designer

Freelancer.com
02.2021 - 07.2023

Education

B.Sc - Architecture

Future University, Khartoum, Sudan
04.2021

khartoum

Skills

Strategic Negotiation

Trust-Based Stakeholder Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

High-Pressure Adaptability

Strategic Problem-Solving

Multi-Jurisdictional Intelligence

Certification

  • BIM Execution Plan (BEP) – Autodesk
  • BIM 360 Project Management & Collaboration – Autodesk
  • Coordination and Work Sharing for Architects – Autodesk
  • Collaboration, Coordination, and Design Visualization Using InfraWorks – Autodesk
  • Success Plan: BIM Standards Management for Owners (Maturity Levels 1 & 2) – Autodesk
  • First Steps as an Autodesk Account Administrator – Autodesk

LANGUAGES

ENGLISH
ARABIC

Timeline

NOC & TD COORDINATOR - Dubai electric & water authority
06.2024 - Current
Architecture Supervisor - Dubai Municipality
06.2023 - 06.2024
Architect - Fine Arts Consulting Engineering
01.2023 - 06.2023
Architecture & Interior Designer - Circle 2 design company
02.2021 - 03.2022
Architect & Interior Designer - Freelancer.com
02.2021 - 07.2023
Future University - B.Sc, Architecture

Software

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

SAP

ArcGIS

MS Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

Revit

QGIS

Lumion

BIM 360

contact

a.hisham10@outlook.com

+971505959714

AHMED HISHAMNOC & TD Coordinator