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Kinan Shkeira

Kinan Shkeira

Summary

Civil Engineer & Interior Designer with experience at Maison d’Art, combining technical expertise with design sensibility. Skilled in FF&E, material selection, project coordination, and delivering cohesive, functional interiors. Passionate about creating well-balanced spaces through thoughtful design and precise execution.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager | Dubai, UAE

Maison d’ Art
12.2022 - Current

✓ Assisted in developing interior concepts and cohesive design schemes for residential and hospitality projects, combining design aesthetics with practical execution.
✓ Coordinated FF&E selection, including materials, finishes, furniture, and lighting, ensuring functional and aesthetic integration.
✓ Prepared project specifications and supported procurement processes with international suppliers.
✓ Contributed to cost awareness and material optimization during project development.
✓ Estimated project costs and created installation quotations using Zoho Books, including material quantification and labor planning.
✓ Applied knowledge of G+1 regulations in project planning and execution, ensuring compliance with Dubai Municipality standards.
✓ Collaborated closely with project teams to maintain design intent while meeting project timelines.
✓ Acted as Acting General Manager in the GM’s absence, leading all teams, making final operational decisions, and ensuring seamless company operations.

Computer Aided Design Drafter | Dubai,

Freelance
10.2021 - 12.2022

✓ Drafted interior engineering and structural plans for retail and multi-construction projects, ensuring compliance with Civil Defense and Dubai Municipality regulations.
✓ Prepared detailed diagrams, visual aids, and technical specifications to facilitate smooth initiation of on-site works.
✓ Supported project readiness by coordinating design and structural requirements, ensuring seamless collaboration with contractors and design teams.
✓ Applied engineering principles to optimize layouts and structural efficiency while integrating interior design concepts.

Site Civil Engineer | Dubai, UAE

Weatherhaven
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • ✓ Led a team of field workers during the construction of a field hospital, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
    ✓ Coordinated directly with the company’s executive manager to maintain smooth workflow and resolve on-site challenges.
    ✓ Oversaw the assembly of multiple shelter components and construction of key hospital sections, ensuring quality standards and project deadlines were met.
    ✓ Applied practical civil engineering skills in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, demonstrating leadership and on-site problem-solving capabilities.

Education

Civil Engineering

Al-Ba'ath University
Homs, Syria
01-2020

Skills

Business Development

Analytic Problem Solving

Contract Negotiation

Strategic Visionary

Operations Administration

Management

Internal & External Communications

Diplomacy

Civil Engineering Drafting

On Deadline

AutoCAD

Quality Assurance

Team Leadership

Site Execution

Collaborative Work

Creative Problem Solving

Project Planning

Analytical Skills

Construction Engineering

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient
C2

Certification

Engineering Professions Practice Certificate | Dubai Municipality

Bridges & Tunnels Design Deploma | Engosoft

CSI SAP2000

EF SET certificate

Revit structure

CSI Etabs | Engosoft

CSI safe-structural engineering diploma

Timeline

Operations Manager | Dubai, UAE

Maison d’ Art
12.2022 - Current

Computer Aided Design Drafter | Dubai,

Freelance
10.2021 - 12.2022

Site Civil Engineer | Dubai, UAE

Weatherhaven
10.2020 - 11.2021

Civil Engineering

Al-Ba'ath University
Kinan Shkeira