Yasser Sabry Elgamal
Riyadh
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer
Royal Commission for AlUla
- Khammash Architects, AOR: WSP and PMC: JASARA
- Responsibilities:
- Defining the company's technical vision, roadmap, plans, and standards
- Leading and managing the design managers to ensure optimal performance and delivery
- Making authoritative decisions and recommendations on technical matters
- Monitor project progress against milestones and identify potential risks or delays
- Ensuring adherence to design procedures and maintaining high quality standards
- Developing the permitting strategy and overseeing compliance throughout the project lifecycle
- Manage design processes and deliverables across all RIBA design stages
- Leading design reviews from inception to completion, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with project goals
- Prepare scope of work and requests for proposals, shaping project requirements
- Review and reply all the designers and contractors RFIs
- Evaluating tenders and proposals to select the most suitable options based on technical and financial merit
- Coordinating with consultants and contractors to leverage their expertise and support the project
- Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including architects, designers, and external organizations
- Developed and managed project budgets through collaboration with cost consultants, providing accurate technical cost estimates and implementing cost control measures
- Proactively identified and mitigated potential cost overruns
- Works closely with the design team to integrate Value Engineering findings into the design process
- Identifies potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Supervision Consultant
Saudi Entertainment Venture
- Responsible for all technical and engineering aspects for a portfolio of high-value residential, commercial, and mixed-use construction projects for top global contractors
- Provided technical support to technical managers and staff for numerous projects
- Managed design projects, including value engineering, schedule and cost control, team management, client management, and risk management
- Performed design reviews throughout the design process, from conceptual design through schematic and detailed/contract documents
- Organized and directed staff and activities for the technical office department, including the maintenance of structures
- Managed and supervised the technical office team in performing delegated tasks
- Ensured adherence to technical office policies and procedures through the continuous review of project contracts, terms and conditions, time schedules, and design drawings
- Coordinated with the Site Manager and Project Control Manager to establish effective work procedures, work priorities, and suitable resource allocation
- Managed the preparation of RFPs and RFQs for consultants, specialists, and subcontractors, and ensured full coordination with awarded parties from kick-off meetings to final handover documents
- Conduct technical evaluations for consultants, specialists, and subcontractors, reviewing their technical proposals and providing recommendations for awarding scopes of work
- Coordinate all technical matters between engineering, construction, procurement, and subcontractors to resolve any potential problems
- Managed the BIM development process until LOD 500 and handover to the facility management of the project
- Managed the shop drawing team to produce project shop drawings accurately and on time, obtaining consultant approval
- Supported the Planning and Cost Control Department in monitoring monthly construction progress
- Performed periodic performance appraisals for line reports and other staff in coordination with the HR department
- Area of Experience : Towers, Commercial Building, Museums, Residential buildings, and Hotels
Operator, Project Manager
Hilton Worldwide
- Dar SSH, Supervision Consultant: ERGA Qatar, Local Architect: MZP
- Responsibilities:
- Oversaw all technical aspects of high-value construction projects, including design management, engineering, and BIM coordination
- Managed project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and quality control
- Led and developed the technical team, ensuring adherence to standards and procedures, while fostering a collaborative work environment
- Develops and executes comprehensive project plans, budgets, and schedules
- Leads and mentor high performing technical teams
- Builds and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Ensures project quality, safety, and compliance
- Manages project risks and implements mitigation strategies
- Utilizes advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), to enhance project efficiency and collaboration
- Provides technical expertise and support to the project team
- Conducts regular project reviews and performance evaluations
- Ensures effective communication and information sharing among all project stakeholders
- Prepares the scope of work for each construction package and develops subcontract packages based on the overall scope
- Coordinates with subcontractors to ensure compliance with the scope of work.
Project Manager, Supervision, Interior Designer
Turner International
- Consultant: GEIC Consultancy
- Executive Architect: Burns MacDonald, : David Collins Studio, UK
- Sitewide Infrastructure Consultant: ARUP
- Main Contractor: Carillion UK
- Fit out Contractors: Fino International, Services & Trade Company (S&T)
- Responsibilities:
- Reviewed construction Schedules, reported on progress, and mitigated potential claims and delays
- Oversaw construction contractors’ installation and construction methods, ensuring compliance with contract documents
- Supervised the development of architectural details and specifications based on client/operator requirements
- Supervised the project team for reviewing contractor shop drawings, material submissions, method statements, site inspections, and material inspections
- Checked contractor's daily correspondence on all contractual issues, providing pertinent replies
- Reviewed E1 and E2 logs and monitored weekly updates to match the project program
- Issued instructions to the contractor to ensure the proper execution and control of works
- Conducted on-site observations and compliance checks on previously reviewed design work
- Area of Experience : Tram and Office Buildings
Finishing Packages Manager
Besix – Six
Main Consultant
Qatar Petroleum
- KEO
- Main Contractor: Bouygues Batiment International
- JV Contractors: Midmac Contracting and El Jaber Engineering
- Responsibilities:
- Developing architectural designs, management, and coordination of assigned scope for all project stages
- Coordination between architectural, landscape, structural & MEP design drawings and site works
- Coordination between the production and the technical departments
- Preparation of submittals, RFIs, logs, schedules, and reports
- Supervise a group of AutoCAD draftsman and architects for the preparation and submission of shop drawings, and other drawing details for site implementation
- Coordinate subcontractor's submissions for materials and drawings and prepare working details for site where required
- Responsible for contractor and sub-contractor's conformance with the project’s requirements in terms of time, cost, and quality in accordance with the contract documents and other relevant governmental requirements
- Execute timely implementation schedules and efficient follow through on deliverables and address issues as appropriate
- Participates in progress, technical and coordination meeting as required
- Conducting on-site observations and compliance checks on previously reviewed design work and QA/QC procedures
- Area, : Hotels and Service Apartment Buildings
Project Manager, Consultant
Hill International
- KEO
- Discovery Gardens, another notable project, comprises 12 residential buildings and commercial spaces across three plots, with a total budget of AED 418 million.
Project Manager
Turner International
- Main Consultant: ECG
- In the Emirates Hills, the Greens development features Una Site 19, a residential building with commercial amenities, valued at AED 35 million.
Consultant
Holford Associates
- Coordinate Design, working drawings and workshop details
- Coordination between Architectural, Structural & MEP Works
- Preparation of Submittals, RFIs, Logs, Schedules, and Reports
- Preparation of workshop details and drawings
- Revising all subcontractors’ shop drawings and coordinating with different trades
- Revising specifications and tender documents
- Attending meetings with Project Manager, Consultants, Subcontractors & the Suppliers and preparing the minutes of meetings
- Area, : Towers, Commercial Buildings and Hotels
Main Consultant
Saudi Bin Ladin, Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners
Interior Design Consultant
Richmond International - Hotel &Leisure Design Consultants
Technical and Design Director
JASARA
10.2023
Technical and Design Director
Hotels and Resorts, JASARA Program Management Company
10.2023 - 11.2024
- The Sharaan resort no
- 3 project entails the development of a comprehensive hospitality and recreational complex, encompassing a 123-key hotel with various room types, a spa and wellness centre, outdoor activities centre, youth and discovery centre, desert café, swimming pool, banquet facilities, business centre, 25 private villas, clubhouse, and supporting infrastructure such as site utilities, services infrastructure, recreational venues, public areas, and roads
- Project Budget SAR 2.2 billion.
Technical and Engineering Director
Urbacon Holding, UCC
12.2022 - 10.2023
- This project involves building three entertainment complexes in Tabuk, Madinah, and Yanbu
- Each complex will offer a variety of entertainment options, including cinemas, restaurants, shops, and recreational facilities
- The total budget for all three projects is SAR 2.2 billion.
Technical and Engineering Director
UCC Saudi
12.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Technical and Engineering Manager / Director
Urbacon Holding, UCC
09.2015 - 12.2022
- Seef Lusail Residential high-rise towers, a mixed-use development worth QAR 1.3 billion
- Client: Qatari Diar, PMCM: Parsons, Consultants: Tabanlioglu Architects - Turkey and DP Architects PTE LTD Singapore
- The Qatar Olympic Museum, a cultural landmark valued at QAR 480 million, showcases the nation's dedication to sports
- Client: Qatar Museum Authority (QMA)
- Supervision Consultant, Projacs
- The residential towers of Viva Bahriya VB-08 – QAR 263 million
- Client: Assets, Supervision Consultant: Lacasa
- The Laguna Residence – QAR 742 million, along with the mixed-use Lusail Marina Mix 5 – QAR 320 million, represented significant investments in the real estate market
- Client: Assets, Supervision Consultant: Lacasa
- The Panorama Residence and Suites at the Pearl, a luxury development operated by Hilton in the hospitality sector, with a budget of QAR 718 million.
Senior Technical and Engineering Manager
UCC Holding
09.2015 - 12.2022
Assistant Resident Engineer
Hotels and Residential Buildings, GIEC Consultancy
02.2014 - 09.2015
- Musheireb Downtown Development Phase 1B is a mixed-use project featuring the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Hotel as its centrepiece
- This phase forms the heart of the entire Musheireb development, offering a blend of luxury hospitality, residential living, dining, retail, and cultural spaces
- The Mandarin Oriental Hotel itself boasts 160 luxurious guestrooms and suites, complemented by 95 serviced apartments, along with world-class amenities
- The total project budget is QAR 2.37 billion
Assistant Resident Engineer
GEIC Consultancy
02.2014 - 09.2015
Main Contractor
Faisal
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Dubai Tram Project at Dubai Marina area is a design and built project
- Dubai Tram is a 10.6 km system with 11 stations, depot building and RTA offices featuring advanced technology
- It connects Dubai Marina to Al Sufouh, serving key areas like Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai Media City, and Knowledge Village - Budget USD 1.2 billion
- Client, : Aedas, Atkins, Parsons
- Supervision Consultant: Systra
- Main Contractor: Alstom - Besix Consortium
- Responsibilities:
- Reviewed and developed design documents and details produced by design firms
- Coordinated design development phase approvals with the supervision consultant and the client
- Led technical meetings with design consultants, the supervision consultant, and the client
- Participated in the selection of material alternatives
- Led a group of architects and engineers in the design and construction phases for the approval of design documents, material submittals, method statements, shop drawings, and all technical documents
- Monitored progress and delivery key dates, interfacing with the commercial department for required warning/notice letters when needed
- Reviewed shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements in coordination with the Design Department from a contract/specification’s compliance standpoint
- Reviewed monthly requests for payment, invoicing, and back charges
- Coordinated the production and issuance of relevant documentation required to define package scope and support commercial/procurement in tendering for package subcontractors
- Area, Experience : Towers, Commercial, Hotel and Office Buildings, Islamic Bank branches in Ghamra and Domiette
- The Nabea el Sagher resort development in, Design and produce professional design, working drawings, projects presentation, bill of quantities and general specifications for several touristy villages and official buildings including several banks.
Finishings Package Manager
Besix
02.2013 - 02.2014
Senior Architect
Bouygues Batiment International, BBI
11.2010 - 12.2012
- Qatar Petroleum District (QPD) is a massive commercial development strategically located in Doha's West Bay district
- Encompassing a vast 7-hectare plot, the project comprises nine office towers of varying heights, culminating in a 47-story skyscraper
- To complement the office space, a 25-story, 405-room five-star hotel, a conference centre, and a shopping mall have been incorporated
- The development also includes extensive parking facilities, both above and underground
- This colossal project, requiring the construction of 696,000 square meters of space, with a budget of QAR 5.1 billion.
Senior Architect
Bouygues Batiment International
11.2010 - 12.2012
Senior Architect
Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners, Emirates
01.2007 - 10.2010
- Months)
- Achievements, Tiara Palm Jumeirah & Tiara Residence, and Movenpick Hotel & Spa and Oceana Residences are two large-scale, mixed-use developments in Dubai
- Each project includes luxury hotels, high-end apartments, extensive amenities, and substantial infrastructure
- (Budget AED 4.2 billion)
- Client: Zabeel Investments / Seven Tides
- Project Management: EC Harris / Asteco Development Management
- Main Consultant: Dar El Handasah (Shair & Partners)
- Interior Design Consultant: Studio Marco Piva, FB EYE, EH Creations
- Main Contractor: Arabtec
- Contractors: Dhabi Contracting, GTCC contracting, Multiform, Emirates Water Tech, SEF UAE, Arabian Profile, DEPA Interiors Finishing
- Operator: Palm Jumeriah – Nakheel
- Responsibilities:
- Ensure the contractor staff implementation of Field Quality Control procedures, Safety and Progress aspects
- Ensure contractor compliance with its contractual obligations concerning Design changes, Trend Notices etc
- Checks Contractor’s correspondences on contractual issues (Variation order evaluation, extension of time, claims, etc.) and provides pertinent replies
- Overviews the construction contractors’ installation and construction methods and ensures compliance with the contract documents
- Coordination with the Client for additional design requirements
- Development of architectural details and specifications
- Communicating with governmental agencies or officials for the purpose of approvals and permits and coordination between different disciplines
- Reviewing the contractors’ correspondences and submittals and issues replies within the contract stipulations
- Reviewing the monthly payment, progress percentage and claims analysis
- Supervising a team for site inspections and material inspections
- Conducting on-site observations and compliance checks on previously reviewed design work and witness the testing during the construction period
- Issues instructions to the contractor to ensure the proper execution and control of works
- Preparation of the handing over documents, O&M manuals and taking over certificates
- Participates in progress, technical and coordination meeting as required
- Factories and showrooms visit for suppliers and subcontractors' technical evaluation and prequalification's approval
- Area of Experience : Residential, Commercial Buildings and Luxury Villas
Senior Architect
Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners
01.2007 - 10.2010
Senior Architectural Coordinator
Al Shafar Transport and Contracting, ASTCC, Emirates
05.2005 - 01.2007
- The Palm Jumeirah boasts 92 luxury villas, completed at a cost of AED 94 million, showcasing high-end finishes.
Senior Architectural Coordinator
Al Shafar Transport and Contracting, ASTCC
05.2005 - 01.2007
Architectural Coordinator
Marasem International for Urban Development, Saudi
01.2004 - 05.2005
- Binladin Group (SBG) - Cairo Office, The King Abdul-Aziz Endowment for the Holy Mosques project in Makkah, known as Gabal El Kalaa, is a massive undertaking with a budget of 8 billion Saudi Riyals
- This ambitious development encompasses a 16-story podium and seven high-rise towers, offering a mix of commercial, residential, dining, cultural, and office spaces
- It creates a thriving urban centre that caters to the needs of both pilgrims and residents, while also serving as a prominent landmark in the holy city
Architectural Coordinator
Marasem International, Saudi Binladin Group
01.2004 - 05.2005
Technical Office Engineer
Square Engineering Firm
06.2001 - 01.2004
- Coordinates Design, working drawings, workshop details
- Material Submittals, Vertical Transportation Systems, Garbage Chutes Systems and Pods Submittals follow up with the consultants and the subcontractors
- Preparation of Submittals, RFIs, Logs, Schedules, and Reports
- Revising specifications and tender documents
- Coordination between Architectural, Interior Design, Structural & E/M
- Attending meetings with consultants, subcontractors & suppliers and preparing the minutes of meetings
- Area, : Hotel Residential suites, Clubs, Private Luxury Villas, and Administration Buildings
Technical Office Engineer
Four Seasons
06.2001 - 01.2004
- Hotel Suites at Nile Plaza, private villas in Katamia, Rabwa, and Mayfair El Shorouk
- The Rehab Club and New Mall, Aresco Engineering Company headquarters, producing Design, working drawings and workshop details
- Technical Supervision of sites belongs to the firm mainly in finishing
- Interior designs & Presentation for private apartments and villas in many places
- Preparation of time schedules and Bill of quantities for the firm projects
- Preparation & Revision of the firm invoices & subcontractors’ invoices
- Quantities Survey & Cost Analysis for all Architecture & Civil Items
- Area of Experience: Governmental Buildings, Factories and Petrol Stations
First Lieutenant Design Engineer
Military Technical College Consulting Office, Egyptian Armed Forces
11.1999 - 06.2001
- The Mubarak Public Library in Luxor, Journalist Syndicate downtown, VIP reception building at the Military Technical College, macaroni factory in Qena, and retail outlets through the Watania gas stations in multiple locations including Rafah, Abu Sultan, Sharm El Sheikh, Six October, and Suez
- Responsibilities:
- Design and produce professional design and working drawings for numerous projects including libraries, factories, refrigeration units, official buildings, and gas stations
- Quantities survey & estimation
- Supervised construction site work
- Produced bill of quantities, general specifications and estimating costs for construction buildings
- Technical and financial evaluation of Offers & Tenders.
Design Engineer
Banks and Resorts, Dr. Ali El Sawi Consulting Office
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Military Technical College Consulting Office, Egyptian Armed Forces
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Dr Ali El Sawi Consulting Office
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Hotels and Resorts, Hesham Marei Interior Design Office
07.1998 - 06.1999
- Hurghada beach club at Hurghada, and old palace hotel at Sahel Hashish
- Responsibilities:
- Designed and produced professional interior design drawings, working drawings, workshop Details, bill of quantities and general specifications for several touristy hotels.
Design Engineer
Hesham Marei Interior design Office
07.1998 - 06.1999
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering
Cairo University
Cairo07-1998
Skills
- Teamwork skills
- Layout design
- Concept development
- Computer literate
Timeline
Technical and Design Director
JASARA
10.2023
Technical and Design Director
Hotels and Resorts, JASARA Program Management Company
10.2023 - 11.2024
Technical and Engineering Director
Urbacon Holding, UCC
12.2022 - 10.2023
Technical and Engineering Director
UCC Saudi
12.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Technical and Engineering Manager / Director
Urbacon Holding, UCC
09.2015 - 12.2022
Senior Technical and Engineering Manager
UCC Holding
09.2015 - 12.2022
Assistant Resident Engineer
Hotels and Residential Buildings, GIEC Consultancy
02.2014 - 09.2015
Assistant Resident Engineer
GEIC Consultancy
02.2014 - 09.2015
Main Contractor
Faisal
02.2013 - 02.2014
Finishings Package Manager
Besix
02.2013 - 02.2014
Senior Architect
Bouygues Batiment International, BBI
11.2010 - 12.2012
Senior Architect
Bouygues Batiment International
11.2010 - 12.2012
Senior Architect
Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners, Emirates
01.2007 - 10.2010
Senior Architect
Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners
01.2007 - 10.2010
Senior Architectural Coordinator
Al Shafar Transport and Contracting, ASTCC, Emirates
05.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Architectural Coordinator
Al Shafar Transport and Contracting, ASTCC
05.2005 - 01.2007
Architectural Coordinator
Marasem International for Urban Development, Saudi
01.2004 - 05.2005
Architectural Coordinator
Marasem International, Saudi Binladin Group
01.2004 - 05.2005
Technical Office Engineer
Square Engineering Firm
06.2001 - 01.2004
Technical Office Engineer
Four Seasons
06.2001 - 01.2004
First Lieutenant Design Engineer
Military Technical College Consulting Office, Egyptian Armed Forces
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Banks and Resorts, Dr. Ali El Sawi Consulting Office
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Military Technical College Consulting Office, Egyptian Armed Forces
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Dr Ali El Sawi Consulting Office
11.1999 - 06.2001
Design Engineer
Hotels and Resorts, Hesham Marei Interior Design Office
07.1998 - 06.1999
Design Engineer
Hesham Marei Interior design Office
07.1998 - 06.1999
Designer
Royal Commission for AlUla
Supervision Consultant
Saudi Entertainment Venture
Operator, Project Manager
Hilton Worldwide
Project Manager, Supervision, Interior Designer
Turner International
Finishing Packages Manager
Besix – Six
Main Consultant
Qatar Petroleum
Project Manager, Consultant
Hill International
Project Manager
Turner International
Consultant
Holford Associates
Main Consultant
Saudi Bin Ladin, Dar Al Handasah, Shair and Partners
Interior Design Consultant
Richmond International - Hotel &Leisure Design Consultants
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering
Cairo University
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