Elshafie Ibrahim Ahmed

Senior Architect

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

About

Highly skilled architect with over 19 years of experience in the field, holding a Bachelor's degree in Architecture. Specialized in design and construction, I bring a wealth of knowledge to deliver innovative and aesthetically pleasing architectural solutions. Proven expertise in managing projects from conceptualization through completion, ensuring a seamless integration of design and construction processes.

Experience

  • Senior Architect at KA Contract SaudiArabia
    May 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Leading the architectural team in a hotel renovation project, ensuring design integrity, budget adherence, and timely completion. Key Responsibilities: • Develop design concepts and plans. • Coordinate with clients and stakeholders. • Ensure regulatory compliance. • Manage budgets and schedules. • Monitor construction progress and quality. • Conduct final inspections and client handover.

  • Design Manager at PlanB Architecture + Planning
    Jan 2021 - Apr 2023 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Advise owners and business managers on building or remodeling projects. • Establish and manage strong client relationships. • Provide solutions for building design and construction. • Manage and guide design teams on architectural design based on project requirements. • Review design requirements and determine best project specifications. • Prepare and manage construction contracts. • Estimate, propose, and negotiate project delivery processes within budget and timeline

  • Technical Office Manager at Saudi Construction Development Company - SCDCo.
    Oct 2014 - Jan 2021 · 6 yrs 4 mos

    • Provided technical and managerial support to project managers, construction teams, and the company General Manager to ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions. • Collaborated with the Project Manager to update project tenders, submittals, contracts, time delivery schedules, and project financial documentation, ensuring timely project completion within budget constraints. • Negotiated contractual terms and deals with clients, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders, addressing issues effectively. Communicated problems and concerns to company Senior Management. • Managed technical submittals and oversaw changes in design and specifications, maintaining project integrity and compliance. • Supervised a team of engineers, draftsmen, and CAD operators, coordinating the work of all disciplines to achieve detailed designs, shop drawings, integrated drawings, and other project requirements.

  • Project Manager at Target construction
    May 2011 - Sep 2014 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    • Acted as the company's representative with clients and subcontractors, negotiating changes to the scope of work. • Oversaw the establishment of the Project Execution Plan from foundations to finishing works and monitored daily work progress. • Participated in subcontractor selection and contract awards, and reviewed submittals and shop drawings. • Ensured compliance with schedule, contract documents, and project budgets, maintaining a change orders management log. • Managed procurement, from ordering to implementation, and signed contracts for subcontractors and project staff

  • Project Engineer at Advanced engineering works company
    Dec 2009 - May 2011 · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Implementing design modifications as directed by the UNAMID Engineer. • Supervising and participating in the preparation of detailed design and shop drawings. • Reviewing and monitoring drawings submitted to the UNAMID Engineer. • Selecting material samples according to project specifications and submitting them for approval. • Following up on drawings and materials approval by the UNAMID Engineer. • Finalizing Bill of Quantities (BOQs) according to the approved design and specification