Abraham Espeso Dubai, UAE. Construction-Project Manager/Architect /Design Manager.

Abraham Espeso

Construction-Project Manager/Architect /Design Manager

[email protected] +971586916595

Dubai, UAE To: HR Management

As being a dedicated employment of choice, a career in your company has sparked my enthusiasm to apply and become one of your Senior-Project-Construction Manager/ Architect/Design Manager. My vast experi-ence in managing projects and stakeholders combined with working with your prestigious organization would be a unique and enriching experience for both parties.

I have developed a strong expertise in project, design, project events and client relationship management, including the management of stakeholders’ expectations.

Throughout the 25 years of project management experience for retail, hospitality, F&B, industrial, residen-tial , commercial, exhibits and institutional projects including medium to high-rise projects. I'm adept to making sure that deliverables has been met as per the agreed Project Charter. I have achieved the below milestones in my career especially here in the UAE:

 Increased the percentile (95%) of projects being met as per the deadline set with clientele and stake-holders respecting the Project Charter signed off with all relative stakestake-holders.

 Take proactive role on the Design Development Management with the design team. Making sure that design brief had been approved and detail design for production and construction had been produced as per the design guideline given by the design consultant. I have taken an active role in reviewing the technical details of the project from the civil to the MEP review. Providing technical solution as required during construction and Fit-out.

 Monitors and validate project progress through Project dashboards respecting the project milestones set. Managed the review of the risk analysis for the project and provide solution to mitigate the risks identified.

 I have maintained a good rapport with all stakeholders from the top management (internal/external), clients, consultants, facilities team and contractors. Presiding over the stakeholders meeting.

 In addition to this, my vast experience of handling resource management in reviewing the

pre-qualification of contractors and service provider, bid preparation, tender exercise and bid cost review, procurement procedure to award the project to the best contractors/service provider that can fulfill the requirements, completion and maintenance of the projects as per the project milestones and contract. Have managed completing the projects with cost surplus less 10% of the PROJECT CAPEX.

I succeeded at working independently and with a talented team sharing creative ideas that enhances the value of the project portfolio. Additionally, I'm enthusiastic in any form of bringing improvements as I have an eye for project development.

I’m looking forward to discuss further my experience and arrange an interview with your good office. Sincerely,

[email protected]

Discovery Gardens, Jebel Ali , Dubai, UAE

Abraham D. Espeso

Construction-Project Manager/ Architect-Design Manager

+971586916595

EXPERTISE

Project Management Fit-out Management

Leadership

Verbal and Written Communication Sketching/ Freehand Drawing

Negotiation

Public Speaking Critical Thinking

Organizational skills

Planning and Creative Design Quantity Survey Contract /Tender Management

Performance Standard/ Quality Control Interior and Landscape Design

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Project Manager : SEF Engineering /Selsal Events

Sept 2014– Sept 2018 Dubai, UAE

Specializes in Project Management for Luxury Retail Fit-out works

Achievements/Tasks:

 Performed tasks central to program progress, analyzed and then effectively strategized in regard to business goals, in-cluding design, scheduling, budgeting, accounting and re-source management.

 Spearheads Designs and MEP proposal and reviews for de-partment stores projects (Bloomingdales & Harvey Nichols) for the planning of the store and shop-in-shop refurbishment. Including store and facilities up-keep.

 Advised upper management on projects risks and measures to take.

 Communicated and facilitated meetings with all project stakeholders concerning design development, progress and completion of projects, including maintenance issue of newly and existing built stores and shops.

 Consistently met deadlines with team, achieving commenda-tions of meeting deadlines for the past four years with a 95 percentile.

EDUCATION:

 Autodesk REVIT, 2019 (Fil Institute -Dubai)

 Project Management Professional, Certification 2013/2018 (CMTI, Du-bai)

 Professional Certificate in Health and Safety Audit, HSE (UK) HSG65 and OSHAS 18001 Guidelines, 2013 (3Fold EC-Abu Dhabi)

 LEED GA Course Certification 2012, Chicago Management Training Insti-tute (CMTI- Dubai)

 Master of Divinity in Pastoral Stud-ies; Graduate Diploma in Theologi-cal Studies-Asian TheologiTheologi-cal Semi-nary, Manila Philippines-2008  Bachelor of Science in Architecture

University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines-1995

LICENSE/MEMBERSHIP:

Philippines:

 Licensed Architect, (Philippines)  Member Affiliation:

United Architects of the Philippines

Construction Management Design Management Budgeting

Risk Management

Auditing HSE

Project Manager/Assistant PM: Al Tayer Group

July 2019– Present Dubai, UAE

Specializes in Project Management for ID Fit-out works

Project Manager : Freelance

Nov 2018– June 2019 Dubai, UAE

Project Manager/Project Development Architect/Design Manager

2011-2014 Dubai, UAE

Specializes in Project Management and Project Development Consultancy

Achievements/Tasks:

 Responsible for managing the preparation of tender documents, cost analysis, bid process and pro-curement, contract preparation and evaluation. Responsible for the tender management in behalf of the client. Successfully managed 95% of all government, semi-government and private portfoli-os of projects.

 Responsible for the Project Development Consultancy through research, developing design and preparation of design and technical specifications based on Clients technical guidelines and re-quirements.

 Project Management for the over all implementation of the projects, coordination with stakehold-ers and relevant authorities, liaising with the Clients, authorities and contractors on the fulfillment of the requirements of the projects, its implementation according to the contract and programme schedule including facilities management. Constantly monitored progress and resolved issues on a timely manner. Successfully managed Client expectation and stakeholders relationship manage-ment .

Projects Handled:

 Fujairah 2040: Strategic Master Plan for Emirates of Fujairah, for Fujairah Municipality-(Project Manage-ment)

 Fujairah Municipality Waste Management for their Material Recovery Facility, Compost Plant and STP projects, for Fujairah Municipality- (Project Management, Project Developer, Designer and FM review)  Dubai Municipality Solid Waste Management for their Material Recovery Facility projects and Landfill gas

to energy projects, for Dubai Municipality. (Project Management and Developer)

 NEDO-New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization-Japan Government: for the study on Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Waste Management for GCC Region.- (Project Devel-oper)

 Kaizen Development Consultant -Heart of Jeddah Project: Mixed-use Development –Responsible for de-veloping the sustainable solutions in terms of water use and re-use, water treatment and sustainable lighting design (Project Developer/Design)

 Fashion/Beauty: Dior, Channel, Gucci, Saint Laurent, YSL, Jimmy Choo, Valentino, Moncler, Hugo Boss, Armani, Brunello Cucinelli, Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Bottega Veneta, Manolo Blahnik, Diesel, La Mer, Guerlain, NARS, Kiehls, Frederic Malle, Sisley, Prada, Christian Louboutin, Estee Lauder, Kenzo, Chloe, TFK, Memo, AVEDA and Café Nero, More Café, Forty Carrots and others.

Luxury Department, F&B Stores and Exhibits:

Bloomingdales, The Dubai Mall and Harvey Nichols, Mall of the Emirates

Projects Handled: Dubai:

 2B+G+5Commercial Bldg; Magnolia, 2B+G+9; Angelica, 2B+G+6; Archirodon; G+2-DIP; Gulf Cryo; Zumtobel; Compass; Spanish Villa-14 unit G+1-DIP; Ibis Hotel -Trade Center; 115 Villas; Sahara Mead-ows; G+1-Dubai International City; W/Westin/St. Regis Hotel.

Abu Dhabi:

 German General Hospital B+G+2; Army Barracks, Directorate for Military Works; Commercial Building 3B+G+M+19; 2000 Villa [Al Ain]; Commercial/Residential Bldg 3B+G+M+12; Single Villa-Mr. Mehrezi; Shubi Villa; 1000 Villa;

Ras Al Khaimah:

 Banyan Project-Tented Villas, Acacia Hotel including F&B. Oman:

 Hanshaft fishing Village Relocation; Commercial Building B+G+9;Commercial & Residential Building Achievements/Tasks:

 Successfully oversee the project management of developing the client’s brief with regards to design concepts, technical detail design, budget and cost management, resource and procurement manage-ment, production and project implementation. Successfully implemented strategic planning for the op-erations of the Design & Engineering Team. Provided guidelines for the smooth coordination and collab-oration with other technical trades and contractors in order to deliver the projects on time and its up-keep.

May 2009– Aug 2014 Ras Al Khaima, UAE.

Specializes in Project Management and Project Development Consultancy

Project Manager/Design & Engineering Manager/Technical Director

Design Consultant/ Architectural Planner/QS-Cost Engineering Works Domopan Gulf, FZE-LLC

Dec 2008 -April 2009 Ras Al Khaima, UAE

Specializes in Project Management and Project Development Consultancy

Achievements/Tasks:

 Oversee the full responsibility for the concepts, design production and implementation, strategic planning, and operations of the Design & Engineering Team.

 Supervised the preparation of Tender Bid, Cost analysis and Claims Preparation. Prepares Technical specifications for clients use or for the Tender Bid.

General Manager/ Design Consultant/ Architectural Planner ADE Design and Associates

February 2006—November 2008 Laguna, Philippines

Achievements/Tasks:

 Successfully reviewed the design firm capabilities and placed measures to address the focus seg-ment of the market. Based on track record of achieveseg-ments, ADEDA was repackaged to cater to a growing clientele. After analyzing prospective client demographics and other factors to ascertain key market and prime location, we planned and executed comprehensive marketing strategy to successfully ignite growth and profits. We worked closely with management, staff, and govern-ment entities to position the company for continued growth and market expansion.

 Supervise the design development process from schematic design to final design drawings. Moni-tors coordination and collaboration with other technical trades in order to deliver high quality de-sign projects integrating the latest ecofriendly technology that impacts the environmental.  Successfully negotiated and executed contracts, including outsource agreements, increased

reve-nues by 50% and streamlining procedures by 35%. Vice President for Engineering/ Senior Designer EUCDI Construction & Development Corp.

February 2002 – 2006 Ayala Alabang, Philippines

General Management and Project Design Development

Achievements/Tasks:

 Restructured the engineering, design and operations department as per the company’s goals and objec-tives.

 Oversees the over-all operational functions of the company: monitors 12 large scale project develop-ments in 4 regions. Oversees and monitors the design development and details, quantity surveying, produc-tion, contract documentaproduc-tion, operational costs and projects expenses, construction implementation/ methodologies and facilities management; and served as final authority for all operations decisions.

 Reorganized the engineering department structure and achieved a favorable return of 50% improvement in all of its operations and engagements.

 Successfully negotiated and executed contracts, including managed outsource agreements. Administered all the engineering, construction and maintenance operations; responsible for successfully growing the de-partment operations through effective control measures and techniques.

Sr. PROJECT MANAGER/DESIGN MANAGER February 2000-2002 OPERATION MANAGER/ SENIOR DESIGNER February 1999-2000 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/ ASSOCIATE DESIGNER February 1998-1999 ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER/ JUNIOR DESIGNER February 1997-1998

PROJECT ARCHITECT February 1996-1997

SITE ARCHITECT February 1995-1996

APPRENTICE February 1993-1995

ARKISAYN Corporation; Calamba City, Philippines

February 1993 – 2002 Manila, Philippines

Achievements/Tasks:

 Directed all operations and activities for more than 60 management and staff for both the con-struction, operation/facilities, and design departments. Coordinated all off-site services, assigning programs of works and staff. Provided direct supervision to design, engineering and operations staff.

 Coordinate the operations to discuss and formulate method of construction and facilities mainte-nance to ensure the system that will be used is the most efficient and cost effective for tendering competitive bids. Supervise and follow up on all construction, operations and maintenance works ensuring compliance according to the approved drawings and contracts.

India, New Delhi (Design and Construction Project Management)  World Health Organization Building-SEARO [New Delhi, India] Philippines (Design and Project management: Civil works and Fit-out)  Construction and Fit-out of Shopping Malls including F&B :

(SM, Magamalls, Ayala Malls, Trinoma, Robinsons Alabang Town Center-Philippines)  Master Plan Housing and Land Development: mix-use

 CCS School Building

 SIH Housing Projects/Ayala Land  CCC, Worship Building

 World Health Organization New Building-WEAPRO  Makati Police Central Station [DGDA-Philippines]  Hotels: [Philippines]

(Taal Vista Hotel/SM Properties , Shangrila Hotel, InterContinental Hotel, Manila Peninsula Hotel, Manila Hotel-Centennial Hall)

 Construction of Various Luxury Homes/Residential/Top Architectural Consultants: [Dasmarinas Village, Forbes Park and Ayala Alabang-Philippines]

 Construction and Interior Design for the following Retail/Commercial Clients-Philippines: -The Spa Centers– Fitness, Well-being Center, Spa Services

-Saloon Boutiques–Beauty saloon

-Clothes Boutiques– Clothes retailer-Kamiseta with GCC branches -Café & Restaurant & Motor Showroom

-Exhibitions

-Leisure Club-Casino and Gaming Center -Internet Gaming Centers

-Bakeshops, Restaurants & Food Courts