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SHAHJAHAN SHAH

SHAHJAHAN SHAH

Sr. Architect / Interior Designer

Summary

Bringing over 13 years of comprehensive expertise, I am a dynamic Architectural and Interior Design professional with a proven track record in Engineering Coordination and Construction Supervision. My career spans diverse regions, including the vibrant landscapes of KSA, the dynamic environments of UAE, and the rich tapestry of projects in India. My portfolio boasts an array of accolades and specialized ventures, ranging from the soaring heights of High-rise Residential complexes to the refined opulence of Luxury Hospitality spaces, from the bustling hubs of Commercial enterprises to the harmonious integration of Mixed-Use developments. My adeptness extends across sectors such as Healthcare, Educational facilities, and the intricate planning of Large-scale projects. I am distinguished by my unwavering commitment to detail and my unwavering focus on achieving project goals, navigating each stage from inception to fruition with precision and finesse. Known for my ability to thrive in challenging scenarios, I excel in delivering projects within stipulated budgets and timelines, ensuring excellence even amidst complexity. Equipped with an in-depth understanding of authority regulations, International Building Codes (IBC), and International Fire Code standards, I am well-prepared to navigate the complexities of construction supervision and management, ensuring seamless execution and superior outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Languages

Work History

Senior ID Architect

AtkinsRéalis
3 2023 - Current

Senior lead in Reviewing of engineering Submittals interior fit-out & joinery shop drawings submitted by contractors and issue OCS (Observation and Comments) review report and recommendations. Responsible for all Joinery, final finishes& fit-out site inspection. Reviewing of the technical material submittals and RFIs from the contractors and provide responses. Attending technical meetings with contractors and sub-consultants and do the necessary coordination as required. Provide technical assistance to project managers and make coordination and technical consultation with other disciplines as required. Project hand over inspection at site and prepare report accordingly.

Program 8 Eastern Hotels

Located in the Red Sea Shura Island that will house 11 world-class hotels and resorts including Edition, Fairmont, Raffles, SLS, InterContinental, Jumeirah, Miraval, Rosewood and Grand Hyatt brands. Along with an 18-hole golf course, the entertainment centre of the island. Shura is connected to the mainland by a 3.3km crossing, including a 1.2km bridge – the longest internal bridge in Saudi Arabia.

The design concept, known as Coral Bloom, was created by renowned British architects Foster + Partners. The Eastern Hotels comprise of 4 world class five-star hotel resort including Faena, Edition, Four Seasons and Miraval.

Client: The Red Sea Global

Project value: SAR .4 billion

1. HE1 - Faena The Red Sea – 150 keys

Faena The Red Sea will be situated on the southern side of the hub island of Shura. Its interiors have been imagined by Jouin Manku. Each of its 150 suites and villas will feature a private pool and offer views over the sea. The Executive Suite will measure 84 m², and amongst the seven villas will be six three-bedroom Presidential Pool Villas and one four-bedroom Royal Pool Villa.

2. HE2 – The Red Sea Edition – 240 keys

EDITION Hotels redefine the concept of luxury by offering an unexpected collection of one-of-a-kind hotels. Its interiors have been imagined by Rockwell Group. Located on the Red Sea Project's main island, Shura, The Red Sea EDITION with 240 guestrooms, including one-, two- and three-bedroom suites. The property is set to reflect the best of its location's cultural and social milieu and of the time. The hotel plans to offer two signature restaurants, a destination bar, beach bar, fitness centre, a swimming pool, and spa. EDITION Hotels is the collaboration between hotel visionary and cultural icon Ian Schrager and Marriott International.

3. HE3 - Four Seasons Resort The Red Sea – 149 keys

Its interiors have been imagined by Meyer Davis, will offer approximately 149 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted views over white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The property will also feature six restaurant and lounge outlets, meeting and events spaces, a marine discovery centre, Kids for All Seasons space and much more. Whether looking for rest and relaxation or sport and water activities, there will be something for everyone, including a full-service spa with a hammam, tennis courts, three outdoor pools with cabanas, and two separate beaches for families and adults perfect for soaking in the sun or diving down to explore the coral reefs.

4. HE4 - Miraval - 180 keys

Miraval The Red Sea will offer guests 180 guestrooms and suites, including 20 villas. Its interiors have been imagined by Rockwell Group. The luxury wellness resort will offer a range of culinary experiences, including a central dining room, the signature Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen, and a marketplace offering mindful and healthful cuisine. Cooking classes and workshops will be offered with a focus on nutrition. Miraval The Red Sea will also have approximately 4,300 square feet of meeting space for wellness-focused activities tailored to improving connections and communication for social and corporate groups.

§ March 2023 - Present – Senior ID Architect - The Red Sea global Shura Island – Coral Bloom. Mock-Up Rooms (VMU) for All 11 world-class hotels and resorts

Senior ID Architect, assigned to work with on all 11 Hotel Mock-up Room (MUR), Package A, B & C ID packages. Involved in ID related Engineering Submittal (Shop Drawing, Material submittal, RFI & Method Statement) review and coordination with RSG, ID designers, Architects, and other trades.

Closely involved with Client Representative in consolidated review of MUR comments/snags by Interior designers, Red Sea Global Interior Designer and Operator to identify and clarify variations/design changes/scope change/snag comment, to support client to clarify and prepare GO/No Go list.

Provide Technical Guidance to Inspector related to ID inspections, Issuance of site observation and quality assurance.

Client: The Red Se Global

Main Contractor: IKP Package - A&B 8 Hotels & DEPA – Package C 3 hotels MUR/VMU

Program-08 Eastern Hotels

HE -1 Faena The Red Sea

HE -2 The Red Sea Edition

HE -3 Four Seasons Resort

HE -4 Miraval The Red Sea

Program -07 Central Hotels

HC 1 Grand Hyatt

HC 2 InterContinental resort

HC 3 SLS Red Sea

Program- 06 Western Hotels

HW-1 Rosewood Red Sea

HW-2 Raffles Red Sea

HW-3 Jumeirah The Red Sea

HW-4 Fairmont The Red Sea

Senior Site Architect (ID Finishes)

Dynamic Engineering Consultants
02.2021 - 02.2023

Senior Site Architect (ID Finishes) for Atlantis, The Royal (Resort & Residences) Dubai.

Independently performs a wide variety of conventional and moderately complex architectural assignments by applying architectural/Interior design standards, practices, and techniques. Inspect the work done by the contractor to ascertain that work is executed in accordance with the Contract Documents and accepted practice, Project hand over inspection at site and prepare report accordingly, Review the site progress and assist in the review Conduct regular site visits and supervise, Technically guide Inspectors to verify the architectural/ID works ensuring compliance with the contract documents, Review and forward any comments on the Contractors method statement for installation, execution of the works.

Project: Atlantis, The Royal (Resort & Residences) Dubai.

Client: Atlantis The Palm 2 LLC, Dubai

Main Contractor: SsangYong BESIX Joint venture

Project value: $ 1.4 Billion

The Royal Atlantis Resort and Residences is a mega project that comprises a hotel and residences. It encompasses 43 storeys and will culminate at a height of 185 meters above sea-level, while the residential tower will reach 37 storeys (165 meters above sea-level) The complex will offer 795 guest rooms and suites as well as 231 serviced residences. It will also feature private gardens, cantilever pools, an infinity pool overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline, a cutting-edge fitness centre and modern spa therapies. Together, The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences, The Palm will create the ultimate entertainment destination. The two properties will feature over two km of beachfront in total, which is the largest stretch of continuous, accessible privately-owned beach front in Dubai. The destination will also be home to over 35 restaurants and bars, including 10 celebrity chef restaurants, one leading international beach and nightclub and over 92 swimming pools. The Royal Atlantis will be the new landmark of Dubai, building on the success of Atlantis The Palm.

Intermediate Site Architect (Architecture / ID)

NORR Group Consultants International Limited
01.2018 - 12.2020

To Implement all aspects of the project quality management systems and site supervision activities provision related to the civil/architectural/Interior works across the project, coordinate perform inspections and submittal reviews to deliver quality installation in accordance with the contract documents, relevant international standard, and local authorities.

Project: The Address Residences Sky View, Dubai.

Client: Emaar

Main Contractor: ACC (Arabian Construction Company)

Built Up Area: 290,000 m² Height: 259 m.

The project's scope of work consisting of a 5-star hotel, residence and serviced apartment twin-tower complex located at Downtown Dubai, Dubai. The 61-storey Tower 1 contain serviced apartments, the spa, and the "Sky Collection" - luxury apartments and the 56-storey Tower 2 will contain a 167 key 5-star hotel and serviced apartments. Rising at a height of over 220 meters, 8 units of luxurious Sky collection duplexes, 70-metre-long infinity pool that overlooks Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain, and other amenities.

Site Architect & Senior Inspector (Architecture/ID)

WS Atkins & Partners Overseas
07.2016 - 12.2017

Performs a wide variety of conventional and moderately complex architectural assignments assigned to me by applying architectural/Interior design standards, practices, and techniques. Inspect the work done by the contractor to ascertain that work is executed in accordance with the Contract Documents and accepted practice, Inspect the work done by the contractor to ascertain that work is executed in accordance with the Contract Documents and accepted practice, Identify potential safety concerns and inform the contractor, Review the site progress and assist in the review of Engineering submittals. Conduct regular site visits and supervise, verify the installation of civil/architectural works ensuring compliance with the contract documents, Review and forward any comments on the Contractors method statement for installation, execution of the works.

Project: Marsa Al Seef (KHOR), Dubai.

Client: Meraas

Main Contractor: Dutco Balfour Beatty LLC

Project Budget: 1.85 Billion AED,

4 Star & 3 Star hotel with F&B retail. The atmosphere at Al Seef will be enhanced by the presence of a 200-key heritage hotel, a 150-key contemporary upscale hotel, and a 200-room contemporary luxury 4 Star & 3 Star hotel (Jumeriah Group). The destination will provide bustling waterfront spaces, cafes and restaurants.

Site Architect / Construction Engineer (Architecture/ID)

Al Torath International Consulting Engineers
07.2015 - 03.2016

Attends progress review meetings and co-ordination meetings to assist Project Manager in resolving any site issues such as discrepancies in project. Review the site progress and assist in the review Conduct regular site visits and supervise, verify the installation of civil/architectural works ensuring Compliance.

ADCO Required Trainings:

• Completed successfully H2S awareness and Escape Training and ADCO- Document for Safe as per ADCO Requirements at Numero Uno Technical & professional Training in Mussafah, UAE.

• Completed successfully Pre-Requisite PTW and e PTW (electronic Permit to Work system) Basic as per ADCO requirements at ADCO Training canter.

Department: PMC & Supervision

Client: Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations (ADCO).

Main Contractor: Square General Contracting Company.

Project Budget: 325,000,000 AED

Project scale: 31000 M2.

Design Architect (Architecture/ID)

Pioneer Engineering Consultancy L.L.C
03.2014 - 06.2015
  • Manage and deliver individual/team tasks on timely basis
  • Worked on residential, healthcare educational, high rise & mixed land use projects and design competitions
  • Preparing conceptual sketches, 3D Visualization/rendering, architectural and Authority Liaison Drawings for ADM, DOT, UPC, HAAD submission, Reviewing standard codes & design Synopsis
  • Responsible for co-ordination and detailing of design, Structural drawing and MEP collection duplexes, 70-metre-long infinity pool that overlooks Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain, and other amenities

Projects: -

1. Mina Tower, Abu Dhabi (3B+G+6P+17F+Roof)

Project scale: 1680 M2

Region: Abu Dhabi Corniche

2. Prince Hospital (1B+G+3F+R)

Project scale: 6582 M2

Region: Shakboot city

3. Ethihad Rail Serviced Apartment Building Project scale: 15678 M2

Region: Abu Dhabi

4. Masdar Hotel Apartment Building Project scale: 10022 M2

Region: Abu Dhabi

5. Al SHAMS Residential City Project scale: 72265 M2 Region: Western Region

6. Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute for women

Project scale: 42591 M2

Region: Abu Dhabi

7. Eshraq Tower Office building

Project scale: 27868 M2

Region: Abu Dhabi

8. W.Wilson One Day Surgery Hospital Project scale: 42591 M2

Region: Al Shahama

9. Arab Euro Clinic

Region: Al Shahama

10. Ibn Sena Clinic

Region: Abu Dhabi.

My role: Concept Design Development & Detailing, preparation of presentations & Tender, preparation of HAAD submission Drawings & Design synopsis report.

Co-Founder & Senior Architect (Architecture/ID)

Beetles 3.3 Studio Architecture
12.2010 - 11.2013
  • Contribute to win new business, manage longer-term client relationships, responsible for general project management and manage client's expectations
  • Develop and prepare project feasibility report, detail design programme, procurement, construction requirements, contractor's proposals, tender event schedule, specifications etc
  • Responsible for all stages of design, consultant co-ordination and construction
  • Participate in bid preparation, delegation of work together with people management and development
  • Liaise with the construction team on information flow and design strategy and ensure they meet deadlines managing multiple projects efficiently
  • Develop Client relationships, responsible for project delivery and manage client's expectations
  • Assimilate and refine the client brief to develop design
  • Responsible for all stages of design, consultant co-ordination and construction
  • Perform an array of administrative duties related to architectural construction projects such as code and zoning research, reviewing contractor payments and monitoring project budget
  • Responsible for the management, implementation and monitoring of projects.

Design Intern (Architecture/ID)

Shirish Beri & Associates
06.2008 - 11.2008
  • Delivering projects under strict timelines and within the client's budget
  • Preparing conceptual sketches, presentations, 3d visuals, working drawing and quotations
  • Responsible for co-ordination and detailing of design, Structural drawing.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture - Architectural Engineering

University Of Mysore
Mysore, Karnataka, India
06.2004 - 05.2009

Skills

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Affiliations

Saudi Council of Engineers

Council of Architecture India

Software

Oracle Aconex

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Google Sketch Up with V-ray Rendering

Lumion 3D Rendering

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Interests

Photography

Literature

Clay Art

Travel

Hiking

Sculpture

Languages

Music

Timeline

Senior Site Architect (ID Finishes)

Dynamic Engineering Consultants
02.2021 - 02.2023

Intermediate Site Architect (Architecture / ID)

NORR Group Consultants International Limited
01.2018 - 12.2020

Site Architect & Senior Inspector (Architecture/ID)

WS Atkins & Partners Overseas
07.2016 - 12.2017

Site Architect / Construction Engineer (Architecture/ID)

Al Torath International Consulting Engineers
07.2015 - 03.2016

Design Architect (Architecture/ID)

Pioneer Engineering Consultancy L.L.C
03.2014 - 06.2015

Co-Founder & Senior Architect (Architecture/ID)

Beetles 3.3 Studio Architecture
12.2010 - 11.2013

Design Intern (Architecture/ID)

Shirish Beri & Associates
06.2008 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Architecture - Architectural Engineering

University Of Mysore
06.2004 - 05.2009

Senior ID Architect

AtkinsRéalis
3 2023 - Current
SHAHJAHAN SHAH Sr. Architect / Interior Designer