Basel AL ASWAD

Work History

ASWAD Group

Dammam

09.2013 - Current

Successfully secured project tenders through referrals, increasing new project acquisition by 20%, which included Commercial Towers, Corporate Headquarters, Luxury Residential and Hospitality
Led entire project lifecycle with multi-disciplinary teams, from initial client meetings to finalizing architectural and interior designs
Successfully managed consultants and contractors as key interface representative for owners and developers
Cultivated enduring relationships with clients, resulting in a track record of client loyalty and repeat business, with numerous clients returning for additional projects
Developed conceptual proposals and pitched design ideas to clients, winning contracts for company
Managed project site follow-up for multi-million-dollar projects, reducing costs without compromising on quality.
Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.

Lamar Designers

Khobar

07.2012 - 09.2013

Procured and specified advanced and emerging materials to maximize efficiency.
Secured project tenders through referrals and actively participated in the bidding process
Played a key role in conceptualizing and finalizing architectural and interior designs for various projects
Procured and specified advanced and emerging materials to maximize efficiency.
Consulted with construction contractors, architects, electricians and plumbers to achieve safe and compliant design paradigms.
Created commercial design plans to be practical, aesthetically pleasing and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity and increasing sales.

OWN PRACTICE

Hama

07.2009 - 08.2012

Managed a successful architectural practice, delivering lump-sum projects from concept to detailed drawings
Led major projects, including Hama National University gates and recreation center.
Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.

Civic Design

Dubai

08.2008 - 08.2009

Conceptualized, designed, and rendered projects in Dubai and the U.A.E
Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD for high-end residential and commercial buildings
Ensured compliance with zoning laws, fire regulations, and building codes with relevant authorities and secured permits.
Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.

Design Center

Dubai

02.2008 - 07.2008

Designed high-end residential and commercial buildings, emphasizing unique identities for each proposal
Worked on major projects, including Dubai Media City Residential Complex and Media Telecom Tower.
Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.