Moustafa Anwar
Design Manager - Senior Architect
Dubai
Summary
Versatile Lead Architect/Design Manager accomplished at designing master plans, Hospitality, Commercial and Residential Projects of varying styles and purposes. Career spanning more than 15 years with record of sound, sustainable design that meets or exceeds LEED standards. Completed more than 350+ projects professionally in all stages from concept design till implementation on site giving an extensive oversight over the whole design and construction process. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. The extensive knowledge in MEP and Structure is where aids in coordination and resolving issues and creating innovative design solutions. As a Design Manager I am skilled in building relationships and communicating complex concepts. Leads design team strategy to develop and accomplish team goals. Drives initiative and demonstrates excellent organization and communication in fast-paced dynamic environment and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders for greatest potential impact.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Manager
Wasl Properties
10.2024 - Current
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders through active listening, collaboration, and clear communication of design objectives.
- Handled Key strategic projects in Dubai such as Dubai Courts Head Quarters, General Directorate for Identity and Foreigners Affairs Head Quarters, Judicial Inspection Authority, etc..
- Managed Projects from Master Plans to Mega Projects in the various sectors such as Hospitality, Residential, Public Buildings, Commercial Buildings and more.
Design Manager
Deyaar Properties
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Streamlined creative review process by implementing a centralized feedback system that increased productivity across the team.
- Championed sustainable design practices within the company, reducing environmental impact and increasing overall brand reputation.
- Optimized internal processes by establishing clear guidelines for file organization, version control, and asset management.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to create visually impactful promotional materials that increased brand awareness.
- Oversaw quality control measures for all deliverables, ensuring consistent output aligned with client expectations.
- Conducted comprehensive industry research to inform strategic decision-making regarding emerging trends in technology and design.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and project delivery, meeting all deadlines and budget constraints.
- Led brainstorming sessions with multidisciplinary teams that resulted in breakthrough ideas for new product development projects.
- Appointed design consultants and encouraged performance pursuant to deed and scope of service.
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
Design Manager - Senior Architect
GEO Global Engineering Office
06.2014 - 07.2023
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget, in complex mixed-use projects and more than 250 projects from different type of buildings and master plans.
- Engaged with multi disciplinary design teams (Architecture - Structure - MEP) to mitigate clashes, errs & quality issues ensuring a smooth, productive and collaborative work process in the office.
- Produced designs that met statutory and regulatory approvals.
- Chaired design team meetings and issued action items.
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
- Developed sustainability project goals, objectives or strategies in collaboration with other professionals in master plans, NZEB Buildings and LEED certified buildings.
- Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages.
Design Architect
Al Asri Engineering Consultants
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Prepared detailed fee estimates used to coordinate with architect-engineering firms for design services.
- Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
- Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
- Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.
Education
Master of Science - Architecture
IIUM - International Islamic University MAlaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 09.2011 - 2013.06
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering
Alexandria University
Alexandria, Egypt 09.2005 - 2010.07
Skills
Rhinoceros
Revit
3Ds Max
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premiere
Adobe In Design
AutoCAD
D5 Render
ANSYS Fluent
D5 Render
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute : Project MAnagement Professional
- RIBA: chartered Member
- WSSET: Member of the World Society of Sustainable Engineers
- UAE Society of Engineers
Publications
Conference Papers: Evaporative Cooling: a Literature Review: Using CFD Simulation,
International Conference on ‘Green' in The Built Environment (ICGBE), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2012,
Conference Papers: Introducing the Pottery Solar System,
International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies, Bologna, Italy, 2017,
Book co-author & co-editor: Energy, Environment and Sustainability of Green
Buildings ISBN:978-967-418-034-8 - 2013
Journal Paper: CFD Evaluation of The Pottery Water Wall in Hot Arid Climate of Luxor, Egypt
Journal of Green Building , 2014
Timeline
Design Manager
Wasl Properties
10.2024 - Current
Design Manager
Deyaar Properties
07.2023 - 10.2024
Design Manager - Senior Architect
GEO Global Engineering Office
06.2014 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Architecture
IIUM - International Islamic University MAlaysia
09.2011 - 2013.06
Design Architect
Al Asri Engineering Consultants
09.2010 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering
Alexandria University
09.2005 - 2010.07
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