Hi, I’m
Omar Aqbarawi
Interior Design Project Manager
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
Will Rodgers
Summary
I am seeking a challenging position with a progressive organization with an opportunity for growth and creativity.
I focus on interior design with intense creativity and attention to detail for focused bespoke solutions, especially for mega-scale projects such as train stations and airports. I am skilled in brainstorming, concepting, and detailing for lifecycle design management. Builds cheerful staff and client relationships for excellent project productivity. A creative, detail-oriented individual trained in architectural design and drafting. Partner with clients and design staff to create fresh, functional, attractive designs that meet diverse needs.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work history
Nesma United Industries Co. Ltd.Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Interior design project manager
11.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Design management includes data collection, defining and controlling the scope of work, scheduling, controlling budget, coordinating between different Disciplines, and Reviewing the project documents, including drawings, Specifications, and BOQ.
- Coordinated and managed full life cycle interior design projects to guarantee completion.
- Reviewed designs for adherence to safety and construction regulations.
- Designed floor plans, furniture plans and spatial layouts to optimise space usage.
- Prepared project sketches, structural drawings and specifications integrating complex structural, mechanical and aesthetic elements in final designs.
- Negotiated with clients and suppliers to deliver cost-effective plans and solutions.
- Led team of cross-functional design, project management and construction staff to consistently meet and exceed project KPI targets.
- Establish & maintain coordination between engineering staff and client Technical representatives. Control client requests to ensure adherence to the project scope.
- Monitor subcontractor's performance with project requirements And required standards and specifications.
- Signing off on completed technical documentation
- Value Engineering works & materials as required to meet the project budget
- Reviewing and processing all shop drawings and technical submittals Required for the project.
- Working with architects to coordinate design details with construction plans.
AL Othman Holding Company ( Kempinski Hotel )Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Senior projects engineer
01.2017 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Reporting to the Section Head of the project team & giving all the Information required for the works
- (Material used, equipment hours, etc.)
- Monitoring the sequence of work and ensuring that all the project team members Follow the project
- Evaluating Priorities & Workload within the Schedule
- Controlling the project plan, reviewing the design and specifications
- Attend all consultant inspections & undertake all necessary follow-ups
- Developing long-term relationships with clients through managing and Interpreting their requirements.
- Coordinated project resources, goals and activities, facilitating successful closure and handover.
- Scheduling projects and resources to meet deadlines whilst achieving target spending.
- Establishing and implementing corrective action to minimise project risk impacts.
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
- Planned revenue generation strategies designed for growth.
- Visited sites to check project progress and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Organising financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
- Establishing clear budget and cost control strategies to meet objectives.
Castello Cuisine CompanyDammam, Saudi Arabia
Senior Project Engineer
01.2015 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Coordinate with the project Manager to manage & finish the critical activities. To address the priorities are the first.
- Attend all consultant inspections & undertake all necessary follow-ups
- Developing long-term relationships with clients through managing and Interpreting their requirements
- Performed field inspection and, reviewed field modifications & prepared As-built drawings to meet the company requirements
- Reviewed the instrumentation construction drawings to ensure they met the company and standard specifications.
- Visited sites to check project progress and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Checked client requirements and generated solutions based on identified needs.
- Scheduled projects and resources to meet deadlines whilst achieving target spending.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by effectively balancing project resources against customer needs.
- Optimised costs by negotiating with suppliers to source efficient materials and services.
Milano International CompanyDammam, Saudi Arabia
Project Coordinator
01.2013 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Design, coordination and finalization of internal and external projects Proposals and contracts for high-profile clients
- Management of highly confidential documents
- Maintaining and monitoring project plans, schedules, work hours, Budgets, and expenditures.
- Monitored project budgets for cost-effective resource allocation.
- Updated project documentation, providing accurate and accessible information for stakeholders.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project tasks with strategic objectives.
- Supported project closure activities, including documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Collaborated with project teams to gather user requirements and develop project plans.
- Established clear budgets and cost control strategies to meet objectives.
- Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
Al Faqeer Group
Project Coordinator
01.2011 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Project feasibility study
- Project plan, Prototype design
- Check the shop drawings of the project Project supervision.
Education
Applied Science UniversityAmman , Jordan
Bachelor Degree from Interior Design
06.2007 - 10.2011
University overview
- Graduate with a Very Good Degree
- Completed STC / FR Qualification
Savior Evangelical School
High School Certificate from Scientific Stream
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- AutoCAD
- Adobe
- Revit
- SketchUp
- Design Review
- Building Codes
- Standard of Design
- project management
- People management
- Detailed design
- Design documents
- Mega Scale Design Project Management ( Train Stations & Airports )
- attention to detail
- Leadership
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
Personal Information
- Iqama Status: Transferable
- Date of birth: 08/20/88
- Nationality: Jordanian
- Marital status: Married
Custom
-Over 12 years of experience in Projects Management.
-Possess understanding of the local regulation and laws.
-Exceptional communication and presentation skills with abilities in Training, team building, driving front liners and executives.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Accomplishments
Accomplished Projects :
- Neom Base Camp -Saudi Arabia -Tabuk Fit Out, Joinery
- Saudi National Guard Hospital, Saudi Arabia - (Medical and Non-Medical Buildings) Al Qasim & Al Taif
- King Faisal Air Academy - Saudi Arabia -Al Majmaa Airport
- Amaala staff Village Z4 – Al Wajh – Fit Out, Joinery. Ongoing
- Neom-Sindala Island P4 Building – Fit Out, Joinery. ongoing
- Riyadh Metro stations - Joinery - Fit Out, Riyadh
- Red Sea Airport, Saudi Arabia - Umloj Area
- Kempinski Rafal Hotel – Fit Out, Joinery. Riyadh
Certification
ISO Certification
PMP Certification
Intertek FR & Acostical Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interior design project manager
Nesma United Industries Co. Ltd.
11.2020 - Current
Senior projects engineer
AL Othman Holding Company ( Kempinski Hotel )
01.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Project Engineer
Castello Cuisine Company
01.2015 - 01.2017
Project Coordinator
Milano International Company
01.2013 - 01.2015
Project Coordinator
Al Faqeer Group
01.2011 - 01.2013
Applied Science University
Bachelor Degree from Interior Design
06.2007 - 10.2011
Savior Evangelical School
High School Certificate from Scientific Stream
04.2007
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