IBRAHIM LAFI
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Highly experienced Design Manager with over25 years in architecture, engineering, project management, and technical leadership. Successfully delivered large-scale hospitality, commercial, and residential projects across the UAE and KSA, consistently meeting deadlines and budget requirements. Expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and project management tools. Strong track record of optimizing site operations and enhancing team performance to ensure project success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Manager - Project: Shura Island HE2 – The Red Sea Edition Hotel
Acciona Cultura
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Led engineering teams in preparing technical submittals, including shop drawings, RFIs, and material submittals, resulting in a100% on-time approval rate
- Streamlined work strategies through technical and progress meetings with clients, reducing site operation delays by15%
- Developed strategies to accelerate site operations, achieving10% faster project completion than initial timelines
Technical Manager (Owner) - Project: Renovation of Restaurants
AL Bayt Furniture LLC
04.2018 - 04.2024
- Managed design drawings and production schedules, resulting in the timely completion of20+ projects over6 years
- Supervised the creation of cutting lists for factory production, improving production efficiency by12%
- Ensured quality output by implementing strict production controls, reducing defects by8%
Senior Technical Manager - Projects: Manhkol Hotel, Five-Star Hotel (Al Barsha), Four-Star Hotel (Ras Al Khaimah)
Unesia Interiors LLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Directed engineering teams for technical submittals, shop drawings, and material approvals, meeting100% compliance with client specifications
- Conducted client meetings and progress reviews, reducing project issues by20% through effective problem-solving
- Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, setting clear expectations and providing constructive feedback to drive improvement.
Project Manager - Project: Khatib and Alami Regional Offices, i-Rise Building
Plus Palace General Contracting LLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Advanced detailed project plans and cash flow schedules, maintaining95% accuracy in budget forecasts
- Coordinated activities between subcontractors and building management, ensuring a smooth project handover and reducing project delays by10%
Head of Engineering Department - Projects: Jafza Convention Center, Habtoor Residence, Mafraq Hospital, Sharjah City Center, and more
Habtoor Leighton Interiors
06.2014 - 10.2017
- Superintended project shop drawings, material submittals, and production schedules, resulting in successfully delivering15+ projects
- Monitored factory cutting lists and site progress, ensuring100% adherence to timelines and budgets
Technical Manager - Multiple Projects
Habtoor Leighton Interiors
04.1995 - 05.2014
- Prepared detailed shop drawings and construction details, improving project efficiency by25%
- Assisted with tender documentation, resulting in the successful acquisition of two multi-million-dollar projects
Education
Diploma - Architecture
Arab College
Amman, AM01.1994
Skills
- Software: AutoCAD (All Versions), Revit Architecture, TEKLA Structure3D Design Software, Google SketchUp, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat Professional
- Design Management & Coordination: Ran cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and effective coordination
- Project Engineering & Execution: Spearheaded project execution, ensuring seamless integration of design and engineering processes
- Technical Submittals & Shop Drawings: Delivered precise technical documents and ensured project compliance with standards
- BIM & Revit Architecture: Proficient in advanced3D modeling and building information modeling to improve design quality and accuracy
- Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement: Mentored teams and engaged stakeholders to ensure project goals were met efficiently
- Quality Assurance & Compliance: Absorbed quality control processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client specifications
- AutoCAD &3D Modeling: Expertise in AutoCAD for creating detailed designs and3D models for visual clarity
- Project Scheduling & MS Office Suite: Skilled in project planning and scheduling, using tools like MS Project to track progress
LANGUAGES
Arabic: Native
English: Advanced
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Design Manager - Project: Shura Island HE2 – The Red Sea Edition Hotel
Acciona Cultura
04.2024 - 09.2024
Technical Manager (Owner) - Project: Renovation of Restaurants
AL Bayt Furniture LLC
04.2018 - 04.2024
Senior Technical Manager - Projects: Manhkol Hotel, Five-Star Hotel (Al Barsha), Four-Star Hotel (Ras Al Khaimah)
Unesia Interiors LLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
Project Manager - Project: Khatib and Alami Regional Offices, i-Rise Building
Plus Palace General Contracting LLC
04.2018 - 05.2019
Head of Engineering Department - Projects: Jafza Convention Center, Habtoor Residence, Mafraq Hospital, Sharjah City Center, and more
Habtoor Leighton Interiors
06.2014 - 10.2017
Technical Manager - Multiple Projects
Habtoor Leighton Interiors
04.1995 - 05.2014
Diploma - Architecture
Arab College
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