ABBAS A. KHAN Email: akabbaskhan@gmail.com; Mob: 00971506571035, Dubai – U.A.E.;

Senior Project Management & Development Professional“Design Management, New Build, Refurbishment & Face-Lifting”

HIGH END INTERIORS FIT-OUT & DEVELOPMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ARCHITECTURAL / CIVIC & COMPLEX MIXED USE REAL ESTAET, PROPERTY & HOSPITALITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

Detailed and result oriented professional with over 20 years of leadership and Hands - On experience in carrying out high-

end interior fit-out project operations (core specialty). Besides, is sound in development & management of architectural,

urban planning, landscape, city face-lift, complex mixed use real estate, property and hospitality development projects. Can

handle projects from the project initiation phase, detailed design, construction supervision and contract management to hand

over stage. Recognized for having managed and worked with complex competitive challenging projects and implementing

them successfully with efficiency and quality.

SKILLS

Project and Operations Management▪ Steering a team of project managers, consultants and clients for the successful completion of large/complex projects

through implementation of project management principles and techniques.▪ Keen acumen in all facets of project management activities right from proposal stage through client presentations to

contract preparation with the client.▪ Coordinating with all Department Heads to assign the work to project teams for smooth operational procedures.

Construction Project Administration▪ In depth knowledge about - comprehensive resources for handling the planning stages, from feasibility studies and

preliminary design to the production of detailed design and construction documents including contracts and relation documents

▪ Expertise in project management, construction management, supervision and control of construction.

Project and Construction Planning▪ Adept in planning the overall activities of an assigned project from initial to the final stages. Establishment of project

execution plan and encouraging team effort for project start up. ▪ Expertise in coordinating with the architects, structural designers and clients to achieve the desired result of completion

of the project in the stipulated timeframe with efficiency.

Material Resource Planning▪ Proficient in coordinating with the materials manager to order best quality materials for construction activities. ▪ Assessing the inventory situation and submitting orders for procurement of material well in advance to avoid work delay

and ensuring their on time delivery for smooth operations.

Quality Assurance▪ Monitoring and ensuring that the quality of work assigned is excellent and complies well with the safety norms.

Project Cost Estimation▪ Suitably estimating and costing for the project effective in achieving good quality work coupled with cost minimization. ▪ Estimating the required quantity of material and checking bills to the contractor and other agencies and the bills to the

construction workers of the company.

Project Site Responsibilities▪ Supervising and coordinating the work of an on going project by visiting the site for any technical clarification – for

billing, material requirement and speed up of the progress. ▪ Monitoring construction works through construction/site managers and Package Contractors; keep account of

construction expenditures in coordination with the Commercial Department.▪ Preparing project report on the visited site thus streamlining operations.Contracts Management

Resume – Abbas Ali Khan; Page 1 of 4

▪ Ability to manage the complete Financial Management, analyzing and interpreting financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections

▪ Over seeing developing of bid specifications and bids evaluation from contractors.▪ Effectively maintaining detailed liaison with the contractor, conducting regular and unscheduled technical meetings.▪ Success in ensuring timely completion of building contracts under management and ensuring proper/ professional

performance of all design and supervising consultant staff and contractors performance.

Manpower Management and Team Building▪ Guiding and mentoring a team of efficient project managers to deliver quality services and achieve company targets▪ Managing and controlling manpower to ensure project delivery with all key deliverables.

Personal Attributes▪ Sound administration capabilities with innovative decision making expertise.▪ Collaborative leader with strong communication, interpersonal and mentoring skills.▪ Expertise in enhancing customer relationships through prompt service.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SD CONCEPT - INTERIOR FIT-OUT & CONTRACT FURNISHING, DUBAI – JABEL ALI FREE ZONEDesignation: Operations Director, June 2011 to Date – Reporting to Partners

One of the best players and a highly respected multinational joinery manufacturing company which undertakes supply and installation of high spec joinery and bespoke furniture products and projects, with International portfolio, operating throughout the Middle East, supplying across the residential, commercial, retail and hotel industries as well other complex projects under development.

Achievements: Along with the board of directors, contributed Identifying key objectives for business plans and set goals for

individual departments. Streamlining of processes and new efficiencies through responsible project planning. Tackled immediate challenges with focuses on results Contributing effectively in re organizing company’s structure Delivering services effectively by efficiently managing our resources focusing on results with entrepreneurially

approach justifying every action. Proved to have converted the existing work force into a thriving team that promotes and supports planned

business growth.

TANGRAM ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS, ABU DHABIDesignation: Senior Project Manager, May 2009 to May 2011

Performed the vital role of client Interface, reporting directly to the client – (Executive Directorate Area Services Division Municipality of Western Region, Abu Dhabi) and to the Managing Director – Tangram Architects & Designers, giving consultancy to the client - Government of Abu Dhabi, Western Region Municipalities on a variety of large scale Design & Build projects in line with Abu Dhabi 2030 Urban Structural Frame work Plan.

Achievements: Representing Tangram, stationed at the Client’s (WRM) Madinat Zayed offices, achieved client's approvals on

various design & build concepts for various projects in line with the WRM vision for the cities of Madinat Zayed, Ghayathi and Sila. Majority of the approved design concepts had already crossed the project initiation, detailed design phases and were undergoing either the tender process and/or were under execution, at the time when I had to change the course of my career path by moving on to (SD Concept) under the implementation of 360 degree restructuring plan for the Western Region Municipality.

KAMAL OSMAN JAMJOON EST. (RETAILER / RETAIL REAL ESTATE / DEVELOPER / MANUFACTURER), GCC, HO-DUBAI, UAEDesignation: Project Management Group - Department Head / Group Manager, December 2005 to April 2009

Resume – Abbas Ali Khan; Page 2 of 4

▪ Responsible for International portfolio covering vast regions of GCC, Europe (Greece) & Africa (Egypt). Reporting to the CEO and handling all aspects of project management, planning and coordination activities for a large number of property development projects.

Achievements:▪ Successfully delivered more than 300 new / refurbished outlets in excess of AED 350 Million, crossing the

borders of GCC, penetrating into Egypt, Europe (Greece).▪ Instrumental in building a team of 125 members within the first 12 months of my 3.5 years span with the KOJ. ▪ Key role in delivering 3rd Party Shop Fit Out management services (manufacturing & build), to some of the

international well known retail brands, earning a revenue of AED 7 Millions in one year.▪ Revolutionary in Cost Cuttings up to 60% by supply/build of entire range of shop fittings/fit outs for all KOJ brands

manufactured/installed/build by an improved in house manufacturing/installation facility in coordination with pre qualified local/international building contractors and material/accessories suppliers.

▪ Established and led a team initiating development of private properties for the owner/CEO of the company (Industrial, Residential & commercial mixed use facilities). Spearheaded three projects in excess of AED 130

Million. And then I decided to take a more challenging assignment by moving on to Tangram / WRM

ARDENT CONSULTING OFFICE – INTERIOR DIVISION, ABU DHABIDesignation: Project Manager May 2000 to November 2005

Key Responsibilities:

▪ Reporting directly to the GM, with overall responsibility of all aspects of activities pertaining to execution of interior turnkey projects from proposal stage through design stage up to completion.

▪ Responsible for timely completion of projects within budget, schedule and within the frame work of quality and safety compliances.

PROJECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

At SD Concept: Projects completed – In excess of AED 240 Million Projects in hand on going – In excess of AED112 Million Projects in tender and/or negotiation stages till today – In excess of 76 Million

At Tangram Architects and Designers:▪ Spearheaded at project initiation, concept & detailed design and tendering phases, projects such as Community

Centres, Camel Race Stadiums, Recreational Public/Zoo/Beach/Theme Parks & Resorts, Housing Schemes, for the cities of Ghayathi & Sila of the Emirates of Abu Dhabi, Western Region.

▪ Being the project owner at the Tangram’s end, performing assessment and Evaluation, Design and Supervision for Improvement and Face-lifting of existing/new Infrastructure Facilities under the title of City Appearance Project at Madinat Zayed City (Capital of Western Region), Abu Dhabi.

At Kamal Osman Jamjoon Est.:▪ Upon joining - Target of achieving minimum construction of 100 out lets for various brands per year across the

business worth AED 70 Million - 100 Million.▪ Mixed use real estate corporate property development projects such as;▪ Design management for KOJ, Office Tower-commercial, Dubai-UAE worth AED 70 Million▪ Design management for KOJ, Manufacturing & Labor camp Facilities, Rasal Khaimah, UAE worth AED 55 Million▪ Design & execution for KOJ, HO-Dubai & Regional Offices across business worth AED 5 million▪ 3rd Party Shop Fit Out management worth minimum AED 7 Million per year across GCC

At Ardent Consultants:▪ Turnkey Projects- Abu Dhabi International Airport▪ Only Design Projects- Abu Dhabi International Airport▪ Turnkey Contract Projects-General▪ Consultancy Projects - General

Resume – Abbas Ali Khan; Page 3 of 4

PREVIOUS ASSIGNMENTS

Ahmed Essa Interior Decore, Dubai, UAEManager (Jan 1998 to April 2000)

Wood Art Furniture and Décor,SharjahInterior Design Manager (June 1997 to Dec 1998)

Taamir Engineering Consultants (TEC), Peshawar, PakistanArchitect (Jan1996 to May 1997)

Kazakhstan Republic, Head of the Almaty CityAssistant Construction Engineer (August 1994 to Oct 1995)

~Further details of all job profiles and previous assignments can be furnished during personal discussion~

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture{National College of Arts, Lahore, Pakistan, B. Architecture -1993}

MEMBERSHIP / CERTIFICATE /TRAINING

Member of PCATP (Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planning), PMP & Fierce Conversation Management, attended many Seminars, workshops & Int’l / Local Exhibitions

Date of birth: 26th February 1968Languages Known: English, Russian, Persian, Urdu,Pashto

Visa Status: Residence (Transferable)Driving License: Dubai issued valid D/L

Resume – Abbas Ali Khan; Page 4 of 4