AMGAD THABIT
Cairo,C
Summary
Architectural Engineer and Project Management Professional with extensive experience in leading large-scale residential and commercial projects. Demonstrated success in managing project lifecycles, optimizing budgets, and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in cross-functional team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Section Head - Deputy Development Director
Cred Developments
Cairo
03.2024 - Current
- Launched 2 major projects comprising 4,000 units; responsibilities encompassed data collection, inventory preparation, contract annexes, premium criteria definition, pricing strategy, and the development of all marketing and sales briefs.
- Spearheaded creation of project development briefs, defining product mix strategy, conducting target area analysis, and performing market studies of competing projects to enhance competitive advantage.
- Led strategic design initiatives to enhance project outcomes.
- Managed design processes from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with project goals and standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to improve project efficiency.
- Ensured design quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Managed project budgets and schedules for timely delivery.
- Developed team capabilities and fostered external partnerships.
- Led team in developing project timelines and resource allocation.
- Coordinated cross-department communication to ensure project alignment.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
- Managed budget planning and cost control efforts for projects.
- Managed a team of 15 personnel within the section, setting objectives and providing feedback on progress.
- Monitored work quality standards within projects to ensure timely delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies that streamlined operational efficiency within the section.
- Manage the end-to-end development operation process for multiple projects totaling over 3,200 residential, commercial, and administrative units in the New Administrative Capital.
Senior Design Manager
Cred Developments
Cairo
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Led design teams in developing innovative residential and commercial projects.
- Approved final design concepts and material selections, aligning them with project budgets.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, establishing operational framework ensuring adherence to project guidelines and standards.
- Collaborated with clients to define project vision and design requirements.
- Executed quality assurance audits, identifying and resolving non-compliance issues to improve section performance by 15%.
- Delivered weekly project status reports to senior management, enhancing program visibility and enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Streamlined design processes to enhance efficiency and shorten project timelines.
- Managed budgets and resources for multiple concurrent design initiatives.
- Selected and appointed design consultants based on established financial criteria.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure design integrity during construction phases.
- Reviewed design proposals for compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Reviewed and approved design variations during construction to maintain project integrity.
- Provided sign-off on design stages to facilitate timely submission to authorities.
- Developed and implemented innovative design strategies to ensure successful completion of projects.
Design Manager
Cred Developments
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Executed design vision and strategy set by Design Development Head on assigned projects, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
- Managed external architects, engineers (MEP, structural), interior designers, and landscape architects as primary day-to-day contact. Oversaw scope, deliverables, schedules, and fees to meet project timelines.
- Buildability Reviews: Work closely with the Project Manager and Construction Manager to review designs for constructability, logistics, and sequencing.
- Cost Integration: Liaise with the Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to ensure design aligns with the Cost Plan. Actively participate in value engineering exercises to find cost-saving alternatives without compromising design intent.
- Developed and managed Materials & Finishes (M&F) schedule and technical specifications, conducting supplier site visits for mock-ups and sample approvals to ensure quality and compliance.
Technical Manager - Engineering
MDC Real Estate Developments
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Directed technical design review for project packages, aligning with company standards and specifications.
- Developed and managed project time and manning schedules, optimizing resource allocation for project efficiency.
- Researched and identified new market segments, defining requirements and strategies for successful market entry.
- MDC Real Estate Developments is involved in various real estate and development projects
Technical Projects Manager - Engineering
The Waterway Residential & Commercial
Cairo
01.2013 - 08.2018
- Managed multi-disciplinary design and engineering teams to deliver proprietary process equipment within budget and timeline constraints, resulting in 10% cost savings through value engineering.
- Negotiated and controlled project budgets exceeding $5M, ensuring financial goals were consistently met.
- Managed project budgets to optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency.
- Led project timelines and schedules for residential and commercial developments.
- Developed detailed project plans that outlined scope, goals, and deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and enhanced efficiency across projects.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Communicated project plans, progress, and risks to key stakeholders, including executives, consultants, and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors to ensure project compliance.
- Oversaw quality control measures to maintain construction standards.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Construction Project Engineer - Construction
Bin Beliala Contracting
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Led weekly progress meetings with project team to monitor milestones and address challenges, ensuring adherence to master schedule.
- Motivated construction team to implement best-practice methods, contributing to successful completion of high-quality projects.
- Clarified critical technical and contractual issues for all project parties, enhancing communication among clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Construction Site Engineer
Ta'alat Mostafa Holdings
09.2008 - 11.2010
- Conducted daily site audits to collect and analyze structural, electrical, and engineering data, ensuring compliance with technical designs and identifying potential issues early.
- Coordinated on-site inspections with consultants, regulatory authorities, and client representatives to ensure adherence to project specifications and regulatory standards.
- Ta'alat Mostafa Holdings leads in the construction of residential communities in New Cairo
Education
Bachelor degree - Architecture Engineering
Modern Academy For Engineering & Technology
Cairo, Egypt06-2008
Skills
- Design leadership
- Design quality control
- Graphic design
- Project management
- Value engineering
- Cost control
- AutoCAD
- MS Office
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Design trends
Accomplishments
- Launched and managed large-scale development projects totaling thousands of units across residential, commercial, and administrative sectors
- Led teams to achieve significant cost savings and enhance operational efficiencies
Languages
- English, Native
- French, Advanced
Strengths - Technical Skills
Expertise in AutoCAD for architectural designs and project management alongside proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Photoshop
Languages
English
Native
Native
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Design Section Head - Deputy Development Director
Cred Developments
03.2024 - Current
Senior Design Manager
Cred Developments
01.2022 - 12.2023
Design Manager
Cred Developments
03.2020 - 12.2022
Technical Manager - Engineering
MDC Real Estate Developments
09.2018 - 11.2019
Technical Projects Manager - Engineering
The Waterway Residential & Commercial
01.2013 - 08.2018
Construction Project Engineer - Construction
Bin Beliala Contracting
01.2011 - 12.2012
Construction Site Engineer
Ta'alat Mostafa Holdings
09.2008 - 11.2010
Bachelor degree - Architecture Engineering
Modern Academy For Engineering & Technology