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Eslam Alaaeldin

Dubai

Summary

Accomplished design and project management professional with over 23 years of experience, including 19 years in the UAE. I have proven expertise in overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept development to on-site construction and final delivery.

I have successfully managed high-profile projects for leading developers such as Arada Development, Al Ghurair Real Estate, Turner International, Emaar, and Al Dar Properties, including prestigious royal projects for His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Recognized for strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, I consistently deliver exceptional results while demonstrating a commitment to excellence and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director – Projects and Development

AHS PROPERTIES
Dubai
12.2023 - Current

Projects:

  • Luxury Villa in Palm Jumeirah (Value: AED 140M)
  • One Canal (Value: AED 1.5b)
  • Casa Cana (Value: AED 1.5b)
  • Casa Cana (Value: AED 1.5b)
  • One Crescent (Value : AED 1.0b)

Responsibilities:

  • Project Leadership: Spearheading the development of ultra-luxury, bespoke high-end residences in Dubai's most sought-after locations.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Efficiently coordinated with contractors to ensure budget alignment while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Implemented comprehensive engineering trackers and logs to monitor construction activities, design coordination, and resource allocation for enhanced efficiency and transparency.
  • Mitigated identified risks and delays to maintain project schedule.
  • Facilitated seamless communication and alignment between contractors, consultants, and internal teams by acting as the primary liaison.
  • Guaranteed compliance with regulatory prerequisites, health and safety regulations, and environmental stipulations by enforcing rigorous quality control procedures for impeccable luxury outcomes.
  • Collaborating closely to enhance client relations and customization.
  • Performed value engineering analysis to ensure cost-effectiveness in project design.

Design Management - Senior Design Manager

ARADA Development
Sharjah & Dubai
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Design development and management for post-contract works in Aljada mixed-use development at a AED 3.4b initial budget.
  • Directing and leading the external consultants' activities and performance.
  • Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans and/or resources.
  • Developed and implementing comprehensive engineering trackers and logs to monitor construction activities and design coordination.

Projects Manager

Al Ghurair Real Estate
Dubai
11.2017 - 12.2020
  • Managed a portfolio of AED 1.5b in build-to-lease residential developments located across Dubai.
  • Provided guidance to project team members to ensure successful completion of tasks.
  • Negotiates resolutions on project hurdles that threaten cost, schedule, or project scope.
  • Appointing, directing, and leading the external consultants' and contractors' activities and performance.
  • Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans and/or resources.
  • Reviewed design proposals from outside agencies or freelancers before submitting them to stakeholders for approval.
  • Managed a team of designers to create high-quality visuals for product presentations and demos.

Design Manager

Engineering Office
Dubai
02.2014 - 10.2017

Projects:

  • Royal projects; Ultra luxury residential, specialty clinics, private zoo, and entertainment parks.
  • La Mer – central portion (F&B, Retail, Cinema & entertainment / Value: AED 120M)
  • Last Exit – Mad X (F&B and entertainment, value: AED 45M )
  • Last Exit – Al Qudra (F&B/Value: AED 19M)
  • Last Exit – Jabel Ali (F&B and entertainment, Value: AED 40M)
  • Last Exit – Al Khawaneej – The Yard. (F&B and entertainment / Value: AED 80M)

Responsibilities:

  • Organized, managed, and monitored multiple concurrent design projects.
  • Managing design activities from pre-contract stage, including all in-house coordination with technical teams, their input, as well as monitoring and driving external consultants and specialists.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure design projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Appointment of external consultants, including initiating the RFP and design program.
  • Established effective stakeholder communication lines to address changes in design or project requirements.

Design Manager

Turner Construction International
Dubai
11.2007 - 01.2014

Projects:

  • The Address Dubai Mall Hotel (Value: AED 750M)
  • Al Muneera development - Abu Dhabi (Value: AED 4.2b)
  • Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue (Value AED 1.2b),
  • Zabeel - Dubai Mall expansion (Value: AED 2.3b)

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for overall project design review and team management.
  • Coordinated with Emaar's multiple teams to ensure stakeholder alignment and endorsement on design alterations and modifications.
  • Reviewed designs for accuracy, completeness, quality assurance and adherence to brand standards.

Site Architect

DSA Architects International
Dubai
09.2005 - 06.2007

Projects:

  • Qamardeen Hotel ( VIDA )
  • Al Manzil Hotel
  • Souq Al Bahar retail.
  • The Old Town residential and the palace hotel.

Responsibilities:

  • Reviewing and commenting on Architectural Shop Drawings in coordination with other disciplines, ensuring compliance with design intent.
  • Ensured daily supervision of construction site activities.
  • Interacted with clients to provide timely and relevant status updates.
  • Collaborated with clients, contractors, and consultants throughout the entire design process.
  • Participated in meetings with public agencies regarding permits and other related approvals required by local authorities.

Architect

Housing and Development Bank
Cairo
07.2003 - 05.2005

Projects:

  • Residential developments all over Egypt.
  • Establishment of new branches.
  • Renovation of existing branches.

Responsibilities:

  • Managed the selection and hiring process for external designers and consultants.
  • Evaluated design concepts in accordance with bank specifications.
  • Provided guidance on interior design elements such as furniture layout and fixtures selection.
  • Drafted conceptual diagrams, sketches and 3-dimensional models of proposed buildings or renovations.

Freelancer Architect

Cairo
09.2001 - 04.2003

During my military service, I worked as a freelance architect.

  • Developed plans and interior designs for private villa projects to meet the needs of clients.
  • Supervised the execution of interior works, designed by me, until completion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

Alexandria university
Alexandria, Egypt
06.2001

Skills

  • Design Management
  • Design Program Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Communication Skills and Correspondence
  • Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
  • Multicultural Team Leadership
  • Contract Negotiation

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/03/77
  • Marital Status: married with 2 kids

Residency

Dubai, UAE

Timeline

Director – Projects and Development

AHS PROPERTIES
12.2023 - Current

Design Management - Senior Design Manager

ARADA Development
01.2021 - 12.2023

Projects Manager

Al Ghurair Real Estate
11.2017 - 12.2020

Design Manager

Engineering Office
02.2014 - 10.2017

Design Manager

Turner Construction International
11.2007 - 01.2014

Site Architect

DSA Architects International
09.2005 - 06.2007

Architect

Housing and Development Bank
07.2003 - 05.2005

Freelancer Architect

09.2001 - 04.2003

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

Alexandria university
Eslam Alaaeldin