Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Generic
Yousaf Kamaludeen

Yousaf Kamaludeen

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Proactive professional with knack for strategic planning and problem-solving, coupled with excellent communication and leadership abilities. Skilled in managing resources effectively and fostering team collaboration to drive project success. Committed to delivering measurable results and continuous improvement in Project Manager role.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project manager

Elysium Building Contracting LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2021.10 - 2024.09
  • From start to finish, you ensured projects met client requirements and high-quality standards while staying on budget and schedule.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring team members understand their roles and deadlines.
  • Full control of the site, including maintaining permits, HSE requirements, and productivity.
  • Responsible for liaising with all relevant authorities, to obtain project approvals from start to finish.
  • Propose project expenditures and invoice payments.
  • Assign tasks, set performance expectations, and monitor progress to ensure project milestones are achieved.
  • Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams, to ensure effective collaboration and project delivery.
  • Manage commercial aspects and changes to project cost or schedule.
  • Verify invoices and assess variations and claims.
  • Leading and supervising project teams to ensure work is completed according to quality standards and specifications.
  • Conceptualize design; and maintain sample libraries.
  • Manage project budgets, including cost estimation and control throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of all aspects of the project deliverables.
  • Review and approve material samples and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Drive the design process from concept to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Responsible for communicating the strategy and guiding the team towards targets.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients. Understand their needs, expectations, and preferences to deliver customized solutions.
  • Handover of the facility to the end client after project completion.
  • Oversee all phases of construction activities, including procurement, construction, and close-out phases.
  • Oversee all aspects of the fit-out/modification process, from initial design to final handover.


Project Experience - Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Islands, Meadows, Springs, Victory Heights

Project engineer

The Big Fitout LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2016.08 - 2022.09
  • Manage teams to achieve project goals and execute projects efficiently.
  • Obtain approvals for the drawings and ensure the works done at the site are strictly as per the approved drawings.
  • Coordinate between all Discipline (Architectural, Structural, and MEP)
  • Provide direction to project teams, including site supervisors, contractors, and support staff.
  • Knowledge and know-how for all luxury interior fit-out progresses.
  • Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
  • Project progress monitoring, site management, manpower planning & liaising with consultants & contractors.
  • Order Follow up on all the orders required from outsourcing (carpet, chandelier, lights sanitary, curtain fabric, furniture fabrics, etc.)
  • Supervise job progress and inspect various phases of work on site.
  • Evaluating Designs; resolves design or construction problems.
  • Define scope and determine the steps of work at the site starting with demolitions, block works, MEP works, and finishing works (floor, ceiling & wall).
  • Initiate production of all the loose furniture and joinery works, etc..
  • Conduct quality checks to ensure that the products meet specifications and requirements.
  • Closeout and hand over project, ensure all project deliverables are completed on time and meet the highest quality standards.
  • Responsible for sourcing quality materials within budgetary constraints and ensuring timely delivery to the project site.
  • Monitor project budgets and costs, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
  • Assess 3D renders and evaluate the technical feasibility of proposed designs. Be able to analyze design from both a 2D and construction standpoint, considering factors such as materials, structural integrity, and manufacturing processes.
  • Supervise the execution of interior fit-out activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
  • Develop a standard fit-out detail library (i.e. doors, ceilings, and wardrobes) creating a comprehensive repository of standardized drawings and specifications for these elements, ensuring efficiency in design processes.
  • Ensure that MEP concepts are aligned with the architectural and structural elements.
  • Actively participate in the selection of materials and specifications, ensuring alignment with the project requirements, provides value for the client, and preserves the aesthetic integrity of the design.
  • Preparation of detailed drawings of the projects as per the confirmed 3D designs.
  • Oversee the production process to ensure high-quality output and timely delivery.
  • Oversee the measurement and quantification of materials based on project drawings and specifications.
  • Contact the respective regulatory authorities to inspect and comment on the completed project for the issuance of the completion certificate.
  • Review and approve structural and architectural materials, and drawings of the project, assess the material and manpower requirements.
  • Create interior design concept/plan layout as per client-approved requirements.


Project Experience - Jumeirah Islands, Meadows, Springs, Victory Heights, Jumeirah Golf Estate, Al Barari, Arabian Ranches, Mudon, Arabian Ranches 2

Assistant Techincal Engineer

Habtoor STFA Soil Group
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2015.03 - 2016.07
  • Prepared and submitted daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to track project milestones and site activities.
  • Assisted in creating essential documents like method statements, risk assessments, and other technical reports or documentation.
  • Evaluated and verified subcontractor invoices, providing initial approvals after thorough checks for accuracy and contractual adherence.
  • Prepared technical drawings required by the main contractor or consultants to support project execution.
  • Coordinated permits for day-to-day site activities, ensuring compliance with local regulations and legal requirements.
  • Worked closely with contractors, consultants, and the project management team to facilitate smooth project operations.
  • Supported quality assurance processes, ensuring that all project deliverables met required standards and specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant safety and environmental standards, obtaining necessary permits and certifications as required.


Project Experience - Royal Atlantis Hotel, Qatar integrated Railway Project Doha Metro

Site engineer

Tradeline LCC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2013.12 - 2015.02
  • Study of contract, specifications, drawings, and other project documents.
  • Analyzing of planned program and approved materials.
  • Evaluating of method statement and Inspection Test plan.
  • Supervision and mobilization of project requirements.
  • Provide technical support and instruction for the construction team.
  • Checking of setting out, reference point, and grades.
  • Ensuring work executed is as per specifications and approvals.
  • Maintain and control costs throughout the project.
  • Preparing reports and attending meetings.
  • Discussing requirements with the client and other professionals (e.g. architects).
  • Ensuring work quality and assuring consultant approval.
  • Performing corrective and preventive actions to eliminate divergences.
  • Managing and resolving the difficulties that may arise.
  • Cross-checking subcontract/supplier invoices for approval.
  • Ensuring timely completion of project.
  • Making sure sites meet legal guidelines, and health and safety requirements.


PROJECT EXPERIENCE - Al Mafraq Hospital, ADNOC Corporate Head Quarter

Education

High School Diploma - Higher Secondary Education

Gulf Model School
Dubai
2005.03 - 2007.03

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Anna University
India
2008.04 - 2012.04

Skills

  • Project management and G1 DM certification
  • Quantity Surveying, Global Academy of Quality Control, Kerala, India
  • Primavera P6 and Project Leadership
  • 3D Visualisation using 3Ds Max
  • Sketchup and Enscape Proficiency
  • Micro Station Proficiency in 2D and 3D
  • Advanced Auto CAD
  • AutoCAD – 2D Drafting & Modeling
  • MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
Malayalam
Native

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Travelling

Certification

G+1 Dubai Municipality

Timeline

Project manager

Elysium Building Contracting LLC
2021.10 - 2024.09

Project engineer

The Big Fitout LLC
2016.08 - 2022.09

Assistant Techincal Engineer

Habtoor STFA Soil Group
2015.03 - 2016.07

Site engineer

Tradeline LCC
2013.12 - 2015.02

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Anna University
2008.04 - 2012.04

High School Diploma - Higher Secondary Education

Gulf Model School
2005.03 - 2007.03
Yousaf Kamaludeen