I am a Graduate architect with a total experience of 8 years out of which the last 2 years has been with International Bechtel Co. Ltd on the Dubai International Airport Expansion project.

Earlier, for five years I was working with Precise Engineering Consultants, a fast developing consultant having offices in both Al Ain and Abu Dhabi

I have designed a variety of buildings including villas, villa complex and commercial buildings including a G+M+15 tower in Abu Dhabi. I have also been actively involved in site supervision and coordination of works with the contractors.

Since I have always been associated with fully computerized offices, I am well experienced on AutoCAD and MicroStation and on other software like 3D-studio, Accurender (for 3D presentations), Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

job objective.

personal details.

academics.

professional strengths.

professional experience.

Major Projects.

Work History-1996 to date.

Work History -1992 to 1996.

references.

contact address.

 

 

 

 

 

job objective.

 

A position with a reputed architectural firm which will provide me an opportunity to deploy my strengths and skills and at the same time provide me with the exposure to enhance my knowledge and capabilities. Specifically looking for a position as an Architect in a design team to work under senior design architects on a variety of projects.

 

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personal details

 

 

FULL NAME

Praveen Kumar

DATE OF BIRTH

24 May 1966

NATIONALITY

Indian

MARITAL STATUS

Married

VISA

Transferable

DRIVING LICENSE

Vaild UAE license

AVAILABILITY

One month's notice

 

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Professional strengths

7 years of Gulf experience on various medium and large-scale projects.

Familiarity with local building regulation and procedures of statutory bodies. (Al Ain and Abu Dhabi)

Recognized design capability and experience. Experience in site supervision of small and medium scale projects.

Fair understanding of Codes and standards.

Knowledge of electromechanical service requirements needed in design and the ability to coordinate for inter-disciplinary review of drawings.

Exposure to various building materials and construction techniques. Experience in review of contractor’s shop drawings and approvals of materials for construction.

Familiarity with various office procedures both technical and administrative involved in project execution and management.

Proficiency in most computer software like AutoCAD(2D & 3D), Microstation, Accurender (rendering), MSOffice etc

 

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academics

 

 

 GRADUATION

 

Bachelor of Architecture, College of Engineering University of Kerala. 1990

THESIS (GRADUATION)

Study of Traditional Architecture of KeralaDesign of A Sanskrit University in Kaladi, Kerala.

ELECTIVE (FINAL YEAR)

HOUSING : Study of Slum Dwellings in Uloor Trivandrun and design of a Rehabilitation program

SCHOOLING

Kendriya Vidyalaya., Trivandrum.

 

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Professional experience

A total of 81/2 years, with 71/2 years in the UAE with both local and international companies in medium to large-scale consultancy and project management projects.

Two years with International Bechtel Co. Ltd. As member of the architectural team responsible for the execution of the Dubai International Expansion project.

Five years with Precise Engineering Consultants. My position as the only architect of the company, gave me the opportunity to design and supervise over 60 villas, villa complexes and medium to high rise commercial buildings.

 

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Work History-1996 to date.

Organisation : INTERNATIONAL BECHTEL CO. LTD.

Position Held : ARCHITECT (DUBAI INT. AIRPORT PROJECT)

Details : Part of the Architectural Team responsible for execution of the airport expansion project. Most design packages are prepared in Bechtel San-Francisco offices.

Responsibilities:

Assistance in preparation of Tender and Construction packages for various contracts.

Review and interdisciplinary co-ordination contractor’s shop drawings and materials submitted for use in project.

Interpretation and application of various codes and standards like the Uniform Building codes, American disabled Act etc for the project.

Involved in Design of design built packages prepared in Dubai offices and in modification of design requested by the clients during the course of construction.

major projects

TD-60 Fire Stations for Dubai International. Airport.

Involved in shop drawing and material submittals review, inter-disciplinary co-ordination and preparation of change notices.

TD-51 Duty Free Warehouse, Dubai Intl. Airport. (Design Built)

Assisted in design development, involved in shop drawing and material submittals review, inter-disciplinary co-ordination and preparation of change notices.

TD-62 Terminal 2, Dubai International Airport. ( Design Built)

Assisted in design development, involved in shop drawing and material submittal review, inter-disciplinary coordination and preparation of change notices. Was also coordinating the preparation of the Loose Furniture Package that included interior layout design and furniture selection.

TD-63 FedEx Facility, Dubai International Airport. ( Design Built)

Assisted in design development, involved in shop drawing and material submittals review, inter-disciplinary co-ordination and preparation of change notices.

TD-48 Concourse, Dubai International Airport.

Involved in design modifications, co-ordination and selection of color scheme and finishes shop drawing and material submittals review, inter-disciplinary co-ordination and preparation of change notices.

 

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Work Experience -1992 to 1996.

Organisation : PRECISE ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS. (LLC)

Position Held : DESIGN ARCHITECT (Al Ain & Abu Dhabi.)

Details : As the only architect of the company, I was involved with all activities of Al Ain and AbuDhabi branches.

Responsibilities:

Active role in discussions with clients during the initial stages of a project to evolve a design suited to the requirements and budget of the client.

Overall responsibility of Design studio including preparation of Presentation Drawings, Preliminary Drawings, Working Drawings, Detailing, Perspectives, Models and preparation of Bill of Quantities, Specification etc.

Coordination and Monitoring of site work including selection and approval of materials used for construction.

Coordination with Structural and Services consultants during the design and execution stages of a project.

Discussion with Engineers of the Departments of Town Planning of Al Ain and Abu Dhabi, Khaleefa Committee and others for approval of Drawings and Specification for various projects.

Expansion of activities of the company to Abu Dhabi where now it has a full-fledged office handling over half a dozen sites including a G + M + 15 storied building.

Total computerization of the office to a stage where all activities of the company including perspectives were done on computers.

major projects.

Commercial building (G+M+15) at AbuDhabi for Mr. Abdulla Bin Eida Al Amri. (Dhs: 23 Million. Under Construction.)

Commercial building (G+M+4) at Abu Dhabi for Mr. Mohd. Bin Suhail Hadfa Al Amri. (Dhs: 6.0 Million. Tender stage)

Commercial building (G+3) at Mussafah for Mr. Saeed Saif Al Amri. (Dhs: 3.4 Million. Under Construction.)

Commercial building (G+3) at Mussafah for Mr. Al Nuami Obaid Swaidan Al Amri. (Dhs: 3.5 Million. Design Stage.)

Commercial building (G+M +1) at Al Ain for Mr. Shfyan Salem Mohd. Al Amri. (Dhs: 2.6 Million. Completed.)

Villa Complex (Four G+1 villas, Majlis, 2 kitchen plus other structures) at Al Yahar for Al Amri brothers. (Dhs: 10 Million. Nearing completion)

 

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references.

 

Mr. Subimal Paul, Senior Architect International Bechtel Co. Ltd. P.O.Box: 11101, Dubai. Tel: 050 4560398

Mr. Abdul Kareem, Managing Director. Precise Engg.Consultants, P.O.Box: 15761, Al Ain, Tel: 03-659965.

 

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Contact address.

 

P.O.BOX: 11101, DUBAI. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES PHONES: RES. – 06 5620958, MOBILE – 050 6570690.

 

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