David Hewer

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Executive Director Projects - Sports Boulevard Foundation @ Sports Boulevard Foundation
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Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia
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About David Hewer

A Project Leader with an extensive portfolio of Major Projects delivery and execution. Accumulating 18 years UK Main Contracting experience followed by further exposure overseas before a transition to Client-Side roles with a premium developer prior to assuming a role at Expo 2020 Dubai.A career that started as a Management Trainee has progressed on a structured basis through the Site Management discipline up to Project Director level. Having a diligent yet 'Can do' and enthusiastic and assertive approach to Project delivery, gaining a wealth of experience on a wide range of schemes that have included, Mixed-use, High, Medium and low rise, prime residential, hospitality, education and a global mega event. Major infrastructure and enabling works as well as significant rail-related projects. I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Main Contracting self-delivery model of major schemes that has proven a valuable asset during my role with Developers. A genuine holistic understanding and collaborative approach to Project Delivery that encompassing Design Management, Project Controls, Strategic and local procurement of Contractors and Consultants and Main Contractors, Health and Safety, and full P and L accountability right up to Hand Over stage. Often responsible for the selection and assembly of the Project Delivery Team to align with internal and external stakeholder requirements. Budget and cost control disciplines being continually monitored and verified against feasibility studies and 'build to' budgets.An advocator of value engineering from the onset with demonstrable savings in time and cost proven on a number of schemes during my time with a Developer. Project Director and Vice President level roles entailed reporting to C Suite Directors and board members. I am well versed in both the traditional and Contractor Design and Build delivery models.

David Hewer's Current Company Details
Sports Boulevard Foundation

Sports Boulevard Foundation

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Executive Director Projects - Sports Boulevard Foundation
David Hewer Work Experience Details
  • Sports Boulevard Foundation
    Executive Director Projects
    Sports Boulevard Foundation Sep 2022 - Present
  • Walter Lilly
    Divisional Director- Landmark And Heritage
    Walter Lilly Aug 2020 - Sep 2022
    London, England, United Kingdom
  • Expo 2020 Dubai
    Vice President
    Expo 2020 Dubai Jun 2019 - Aug 2020
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Expo 2020 Dubai
    Project Director
    Expo 2020 Dubai Apr 2018 - Jun 2019
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Project Director and EXPO 2020 representative allocated to oversee the successful delivery of all public realm areas throughout the 5 square kilometer site. Overseeing Programme and Project Management disciplines and a number of International Design Consultants. Encouraging Strategic procurement of Main Contractors whilst maintaining overall responsibility for Project Delivery in line with EX20's assurance standards coupled with compliance requirements demanded whilst working for a Government entity. A project with huge amounts of energy and focus that will be another successful milestone in the history of Dubai.
  • Omniyat Middle East Real Estate Development Llc
    Projects Director
    Omniyat Middle East Real Estate Development Llc Sep 2017 - Mar 2018
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    An ambitious 2m Square feet mixed used development comprising two high rise towers at a prime location within in DIFC. Tower 1 was to feature a 5* hotel, serviced apartments and branded residencies and Tower 2 was to provide grade A quality office accommodation. Build period was forecast as 39 months. Project cancelled due to funding.
  • Emaar
    Project Director- Dubai Creek Harbour
    Emaar Oct 2015 - Sep 2017
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Assumed responsibility for the re energisation of the Dubai Creek Harbour Project (formerly known as the Lagoons). Phase 1 masterplan had a role out value of over Dhs 35bn and includes the Iconic Calatrava Tower.DCH is Emaar's new 'Smart City' in the Ras Al Khor area of Dubai Creek. Having been allocated this mega project my early tasks were to assemble the initial Project and Development delivery teams and strategise key disciplines including procurement of Enabling works and Main Contractors, Design and cost consultants. Working alongside key stakeholders the project was able to enter the Construction phase in an accelerated time frame by close liaison with the authorities and assembling a site based Design and Delivery team. The process of tendering and award of PMO Consultants and plot level Project Managers was pivotal to ensuring the Phase 1 Role out programme was achieved. A significant amount of early infrastructure works were awarded which allowed critical path marine works to progress that involved significant amounts of land reclamation to form the shape of the Island Development. A new sales centre and Advanced Promenade were first Horizon targets for Dubai Creek Harbour, both of which were completed on time and allowed the visiting public access to the Development to see first hand the site activities in progress.
  • Emaar
    Director, Projects
    Emaar May 2014 - Oct 2015
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Emaar representative for 3 No high rise projects located on the Mohamed Bin Rashid Boulevard in the prestigious down town area of Dubai with a combined portfolio value of US $ 550m and total built up area of in excess of 400,000M2.Vida residencies is a 57 storey serviced apartment development comprising 334 units in total 1,2,3,4 and 5 bedroom units along with a luxury sky view penthouse. The Scheme has been developed to compliment the existing Vida Hotel which is located adjacently.Boulevard Crescent is a 2 tower luxury residential development comprising of a 37 story main tower and a 20 storey annex tower. Total apartment count 312 ranging from 1-4 bedrooms plus penthouse and all associated communal facilities.Boulevard Heights is a another 2 tower luxury residentail development comprising of a 53 and 38 Storey tower with an apartment and town house count of over 550 units. Working Closely with Development team Leaders and Cost Consultancies the projects have been steered through the deisgn and tendering process and are all now sucessfully into the implemenation phase.
  • Mclaren Construction
    Senior Project Manager
    Mclaren Construction Oct 2013 - May 2014
    Dubai
    Project Leader assigned to a new Crew Briefing Centre for Etihad Airways based at Abu Dhabi Airport. Responsibilities included mobilizing and setting up MCL Project delivery team and being primary point of Contact with the Client and the respective members of the professional team.
  • Af Construction
    Senior Project Manager
    Af Construction Jun 2005 - Oct 2013
    Uae
    Jan 2012 - October 2013As part of the Carillion MENA growth plan, Saudi Arabia was identified as being one of the new Middle East Territories. Presently implementing the Business unit mobilisation into KSA in readiness for the first project (awarded in Jan 2013). This role involves strategic planning on projects and the desired delivery model. Key responsibilities include identification of Project Delivery teams, mobilising staff and key business resources, ensuring internal processes and procedures are tailored for the new operating region, Monitoring of potential Supply Chain partners, developing first JV partnership, Overseeing planning and design management activities, high levels of Client/stakeholder engagement. On site activities commence June 2013 for a 650 bed Specialist Hospital.Nov 09 – Jan 12 Project: New York University Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island.Involved from initial stages of bid management, tender clarifications, through to project award and on site implementation.May 09-Nov 09Project: Al Muneera Development, Al Raha Beach Abu DhabiJan 08-May 09Project: Zone 14a, Al Badia Business Park, Dubai Festival City.June 05-Jan 08Project: Intercontinental, Crowne Plaza Hotel Development, Dubai Festival City
  • Pcm Construction Ltd
    Senior Construction Manager
    Pcm Construction Ltd Dec 2003 - Jun 2005
    Hertfordshire, Uk
    Working for a Construction Management company, the project involved the construction of a new 40,000 m2 3 storey office building along with a separate on campus Clinical Pharmaceutical Unit and external multi story car park, all buildings included high quality levels of internal fit out and finishes including Client FF & E.I was responsible for overseeing all operational activities on site which included short and long term programming, monitoring the EVA (Earned Value Analysis) of key sub contractors, monitoring of Design team adherence to programme, local authority liaison with regard to key new infrastructure requirements. The project won several awards in the UK and attained the highest BREEAM accreditation.
  • Kier Group
    Senior Construction Manager
    Kier Group Sep 2000 - Dec 2003
    Bedfordshire
    Employed as Senior Construction manager on a new build facility for MBDA comprising the following: 3 new 3 storey office blocks, 1 amenity building, 7 high tech missile research and development facilities, 3 level multi storey car park, all external works. Predominantly a steel frame construction with unititsed curtain walling and pre cast concrete cladding to exteriors. The project was carried out in a live environment with controlled demolition being a key factor to the projects success. Became the Project Leader for the last 6 months and project handover was achieved 6 weeks ahead of programme. .
  • Y J Lovell Construction
    Project Manager (Rail And Special Projects Division)
    Y J Lovell Construction Nov 1993 - Sep 2000
    London, United Kingdom
    Working as a roving Project Manager I oversaw a number of key projects that were awarded on a framework agreement with the rail operator. Projects varied in size from £250k up to £15m and complexity including the complete refurbishment for Wimbledon, Park, Southfields and East Putney Stations. Upgrading and replacing of Depot facilities in Bounds Green, Hornsey, East Ham and Ilford.
  • Wmd Construction Limited
    Construction Manager
    Wmd Construction Limited Jan 1992 - Nov 1993
    Cambridge, United Kingdom
    Working for a turn-key Contractor Directly for GEC Alsthom. I was responsible for the self delivery of a number of key packages that were awarded directly by the Client on a negotiated basis. The success of this project resulted in several long term projects being awarded and a preferred supplier agreement being reached.
  • Willmott Dixon
    Trainee - Site Manager
    Willmott Dixon Sep 1987 - Jan 1992
    Home Counties, Uk
    Joined Willmot Dixon from School on the Management Trainee scheme which allowed day release study for ONC, HNC and CIOB qualification to be attained in parallel with gaining valuable on site experience. Time was spent in all disciplines of the business with achievement of Site Manager Status.

David Hewer Skills

Construction Management Value Engineering Construction Cost Management Commercial Management Subcontracting Contract Management Project Planning Contractors High Rise Design Management Concrete Project Control Cost Planning Team Management Construction Safety Cost Control Project Delivery Inspection Fidic Contract Negotiation Primavera P6 Quantity Surveying Facilities Management Feasibility Studies Rail Project Estimation Mep Refurbishing

David Hewer Education Details

  • Oaklands College, St Albans
    Oaklands College, St Albans
    Building Studies
  • Hitchin Boys School
    Hitchin Boys School

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David Hewer's current role is Executive Director Projects - Sports Boulevard Foundation.

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