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Dubai, Ae

Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Management of the end-to-end proposal preparation process, including RFP review, technical and financial bid deliverables, submission, and post-tender responses until award.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project: Self-Employment of Women in the Private Health Sector – Funded by KfW Development Bank. Construction of 264 healthcare clinics for community midwives in rural areas of Punjab & KPK. Technical Support and Supervision: Supported International Team Leader and Implementing Partners during design development, small works procurement, and top-level construction monitoring and evaluation.  Design Development: Supported Implementing Partners in incorporating low-cost construction techniques, resilient design strategies, and sustainable technologies such as solar energy. Adherence to Safeguard: Ensured adherence to KfW’s Environmental, Social, Health, and Safety (ESHS) standards and KfW procurement guidelines for Standard Bidding Documents (SBD).

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project: Rural Family Planning, Pakistan (Punjab, KPK, and GB) – Funded by KfW Development Bank.Construction of maternity centers, nursing hostel, and 200 healthcare clinics

Islāmābād, Pakistan

Project: Development of an Operationalization Plan for a post-disaster affordable housing reconstruction project. Concept Note Development: Developed NDRMF’s proposed strategy for operational structure and procedures including project implementation manual, monitoring and evaluation, and implementation risks and challenges.Project: Development of Business Strategy 2024-2034 and Theory of Change.  Theory of Change Framework Development: Developed programmatic approach to expanding NDRMF’s role by outlining activities, outputs, and outcomes aligning with the strategic objectives and long-term vision.  Strategic Business Plan Contribution: Provided support in the development of a 3-, 5-, and 10-year Business Plan including strategies on operations, programming, and disaster risk management and financing.

Islamabad, Islāmābād, Pakistan

Project: Innovator Seed Fund Grant Proposals 2022-23, Research & Innovation DivisionGrant Theme: Housing, Construction, and Manufacturing

Islāmābād, Pakistan

Design and Top-supervision of Office Interiors:Project: Right to Play Office, Islamabad.Client: Right to Play, International Sports NGOProject: Techgenix Technology R&D Startup Office, Islamabad.Client: ZT Group

Islāmābād, Pakistan

Project: Green Construction Sector Assessment Study for the Promotion of Startups in Pakistan. Market Analysis and Insights Development: Conducted a market analysis of real estate and construction startups and small & growing businesses (SGBs), identifying innovative and technology-driven initiatives. Developed insights on trends, business opportunities, constraints, and potential for impact investment. Developed Mapping Framework: Devised a market mapping mechanism utilizing industry classifications, facilitating a thematic analysis of the market landscape based on construction cleantech products and services. Programming Recommendations: Presented recommendations on untapped opportunities and growth potential that promote sustainability, sector digitization, and social inclusion.  Research Team Leadership: Assembled a team of research and financial analysts and developed a comprehensive methodology for primary and secondary research. Led data collection through literature review, key informant interviews, and case studies. Compiled findings and recommendations into a Sector Brief.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project: Safe Blood Transfusion Program Phase II – Construction of Five Regional Blood Centers in Pakistan (Punjab, KPK, and GB) – Funded by KfW Development Bank. Procurement Support and Contract Management: Provided support in civil works procurement, overseeing the bidding and evaluation process, and preparing contract extensions and addendums. Construction Monitoring and Stakeholder Coordination: Conducted top-level monitoring and verification of construction activities. Ensured seamless cooperation with stakeholders and facilitated effective coordination.

Islamabad, Pakistan

 Project team leader: Managed a dedicated studio team responsible for overseeing the end-to-end architectural process, including Programming, Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Drawings (CD), and Construction Administration. Facilitated development of enhanced 3D and visualization strategies. Diverse Project Portfolio: Managed multiple projects across various sectors, such as healthcare in the development sector and higher education. Effectively incorporated sustainable practices in client projects.

Islāmābād, Pakistan

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Project type: Mid-rise and low-rise office interiors for national and global law firms.Responsibilities: Construction documentation, shop drawing review, graphics for marketing proposals, furniture test fit, data analysis and diagrams for consolidation plans, furniture bids, photo documentation and processing of submittals.

Cincinnati, Ohio

Project type: Commercial shopping center in China, University of Cincinnati Hospital building and residential.Responsibilities: Built large-scale site and conceptual physical model for hospital proposal. Coordinated and updated shopping center drawings and virtual model. Research and creation of city residential project trends database. Assisted in fabrication of conference room steel ceiling installation.

Jhangi Hamid, Islāmābād, Pakistan

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project type: Mid-rise telecom office building, office interiors and commercial interiors.Responsibilities: Project Architect and Lead Designer of Mrs. Fields Cookies Cafe. Integral role in turnkey Mobilink Office project from bidding and construction to project closeout phase (including coordination drawings, site supervision, punch lists, contractor/ architect relations and site team management). Design and detail drawings of reception wall of Microsoft Corporation Office.

Master Of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture, 3.74

Activities and Societies: Co-op programThree year program at the College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning comprised of five.

Bachelor Of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture, Graduated With Distinction, Scholarship Three Years Running

Activities and Societies: 2010/09- Design and head of construction of auditorium backdrop for College musical event. 2010- Drama Club.