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MAY KAMAL ADLAN

Dubai

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Manager with over 10 years of experience in real estate development, quality assurance, and property handover. Expertise in driving operational excellence and transformation initiatives, complemented by a strong background in automation. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to successfully deliver large-scale projects while effectively engaging stakeholders. Exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills foster collaborative environments that achieve organizational goals.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager – Quality Assurance & Property Handover

Dubai Holding Real Estate
01.2016 - Current
  • Led handover and operational readiness for 7,000+ units across luxury and large-scale communities.
  • Designed and deployed automated platforms, boosting service efficiency by 75%.
  • Managed cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver within SLA and compliance requirements.

• Reduced handover delays by 60% through the implementation of digital snagging and QA systems integrated with delivery milestones.

• Managed a team of 10 engineers and coordinated across consultants, contractors, FM, legal, and development to close DLP items within SLA.

• Collaborated with commercial and legal teams to evaluate contractor scope changes and procurement impacts, optimizing close-out timelines.

• Presented readiness reports and risk escalations to senior management, highlighting leadership, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making.


Senior Architect – Project Management

Eskan Project Management
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Managed documentation, approvals, and lifecycle coordination from design to close-out.
  • Interfaced with clients and supported business development initiatives.
  • Monitored site execution and resolved design conflicts to ensure timely delivery.
  • Co-handling, marketing plans and sales strategies for the branch.
  • Preparing drawings and presenting ideas for the client to review
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve structural sustainability and design.
  • Led architectural design and project management for various real estate developments.
  • Prepared project organisation charts, handling documentation from contract signing to building
  • Prepared project organization charts, handling documentation from contract signing to building
  • permit issuance.
  • Reviewed field inspection reports and prepared project close-out documents.

Architect – Design & Supervision

Circle Centre Engineering Consultants
2013 - 2014
  • Produced architectural design packages, authority submissions, and CAD plans.
  • Led design coordination and client presentations for 15+ projects.

• Managed project documentation, authority approvals, and lifecycle coordination from design to close-out.

• Monitored site execution and resolved design conflicts to ensure schedule adherence and timely project completion.

Architect – Design (Trainee)

Abra Alemarat Engineering Consultants
2011 - 2011
  • Delivered full-cycle design and supervision for residential and commercial projects.
  • Coordinated authority submissions and architectural detailing for multiple developments.
  • Producing a complete set of architectural drawings using CAD 2D & 3D

Education

MSc. - Design Management

Heriot-Watt University
01-2024

BSc. - Architectural Studies (Hons)

International Islamic University Malaysia
10-2012

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Transformation & Automation
  • Service Operations
  • Supply Chain & Procurement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Contract Compliance
  • Budget assistance and cost reduction
  • Project management
  • Customer relations

CERTIFICATIONS & LANGUAGES

PMP (in progress)
ISO 9001:2015 – Internal Auditor
Arabic – Native
English – Proficient

Timeline

Assistant Manager – Quality Assurance & Property Handover

Dubai Holding Real Estate
01.2016 - Current

Senior Architect – Project Management

Eskan Project Management
01.2014 - 01.2016

Architect – Design & Supervision

Circle Centre Engineering Consultants
2013 - 2014

Architect – Design (Trainee)

Abra Alemarat Engineering Consultants
2011 - 2011

MSc. - Design Management

Heriot-Watt University

BSc. - Architectural Studies (Hons)

International Islamic University Malaysia
MAY KAMAL ADLAN