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Ahmed El-Shayeb

Ahmed El-Shayeb

Interior Design Project Manager
Jeddah,JEDDAH

Summary


Certified Interior Designer offering 10-years history of designing innovative, functional spaces focused on sustainability and creative aesthetic design. Experienced design leader, skilled in writing proposals, delivering client presentations and building key relationships to grow client base.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Project Manager

Oriental Architecture
Jeddah
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.


Interior Design Project Manager

Caravane Earth
Doha
01.2021 - 11.2022
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

Projects Manager

Pledge Construction & Trading
Doha
04.2020 - 01.2021

Managed projects from procurement to commission.

  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.

Senior Interior Designer

Living In Interiors
Doha
05.2018 - 04.2019
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
  • Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
  • Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.

Interior Designer

Tivoli Group
Doha
04.2016 - 04.2018
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
  • Defined space requirements from schematic design to construction phase and installation.
  • Prepared product and layout documents implementing diverse design concepts.
  • Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
  • Presented design proposals to clients to establish clear project expectations and goals.

Interior Design Project Manager

Gazzaz Department Store
Jeddah
04.2015 - 03.2016
  • Created professional presentations using 3d Max to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
  • Worked closely with contractors and vendors to improve project coordination, completing projects on time and within budget.
  • Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
  • Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
  • Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
  • Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
  • Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
  • Devised project budgets to track expenses and avoid cost overruns.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Collaborated with contractors and suppliers for smooth execution of design plans.
  • Researched and stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new products into designs.

Interior Designer

Focus Engineering Services
Alexandria
12.2012 - 12.2014
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
  • Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture - Interior Architecture

Fine Arts, Alexandria
10.2008 - 06.2013

Skills

3D Studio Max

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Timeline

Project Manager - Oriental Architecture
11.2022 - 06.2023
Interior Design Project Manager - Caravane Earth
01.2021 - 11.2022
Projects Manager - Pledge Construction & Trading
04.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Interior Designer - Living In Interiors
05.2018 - 04.2019
Interior Designer - Tivoli Group
04.2016 - 04.2018
Interior Design Project Manager - Gazzaz Department Store
04.2015 - 03.2016
Interior Designer - Focus Engineering Services
12.2012 - 12.2014
Fine Arts - Bachelor of Architecture, Interior Architecture
10.2008 - 06.2013
Ahmed El-ShayebInterior Design Project Manager