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London, England, United Kingdom

Lead the EMEA region AD&C function to ensure from the design and technical services perspective all current and new properties meet the prevailing Choice hotels EMEA design and brand standard- Head of projects for construction, conversion and refurbishment of all new and existing properties in EMEA- Challenge design teams to give creative, innovative, and at the same time buildable and within-budget solutions.- Provide project advice and technical guidance to owners and… Show more Lead the EMEA region AD&C function to ensure from the design and technical services perspective all current and new properties meet the prevailing Choice hotels EMEA design and brand standard- Head of projects for construction, conversion and refurbishment of all new and existing properties in EMEA- Challenge design teams to give creative, innovative, and at the same time buildable and within-budget solutions.- Provide project advice and technical guidance to owners and consultants on design and technical deliverables- Manage quality assurance procedures against design scope and refurbishment programme- Report on existing and new properties to determine their suitability to become brand compliant.- Develop and finalise project reviews of new development team leads- Supervise the development, engagement, and quality, solving conflicts if any by listening and motivation- Devise and implement new quality control and property reporting procedures across all brands - Review Capex plans of refurbishments with owners and designers- Establish strategic project plans aligned with organizational objectives for brand transitions- Provide guidance to internal team on technical brand standards and supporting guidelines across EMEA.- Drive design approval process and timely delivery of refurbished projects. Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

A proactive project manager in a small and busy interior design studio, involved in all aspects of the architectural side of projects whilst having a working knowledge of the decoration side of the projects. Working across the design and decoration departments, liaison between design studio & client appointed project team.- Leading the planning, implementation and overseeing project process - Conveying concepts, comments, revisions, ensuring design intent is followed - Managing… Show more A proactive project manager in a small and busy interior design studio, involved in all aspects of the architectural side of projects whilst having a working knowledge of the decoration side of the projects. Working across the design and decoration departments, liaison between design studio & client appointed project team.- Leading the planning, implementation and overseeing project process - Conveying concepts, comments, revisions, ensuring design intent is followed - Managing specialist contractor fit-out installation- Defining project’s scope and goals and having an overview of any project / contractual documentation.- Coordination of design studio for project deliverables. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Maintain strong relationships with business Partners, external suppliers and consultants whilst protecting WHR’s brand and product for each proposed hotel opening or refurbishment. - Manage multiple brands and projects across EMEA in conjunction with Business Partners and Internal Associates- Ensure scheme design, FF&E proposals, technical and FLS projects are brand compliant and in accordance with Wyndham Technical Services Agreement - Engage in pre-design stages with the… Show more Maintain strong relationships with business Partners, external suppliers and consultants whilst protecting WHR’s brand and product for each proposed hotel opening or refurbishment. - Manage multiple brands and projects across EMEA in conjunction with Business Partners and Internal Associates- Ensure scheme design, FF&E proposals, technical and FLS projects are brand compliant and in accordance with Wyndham Technical Services Agreement - Engage in pre-design stages with the Development Teams, as well as in post-design with Construction Managers.- Devise brand design strategy & evaluate project implications for all brands- Prepare regular project reports highlighting key milestones, project status, and potential issues- Provide client side support : Capex planning; site evaluation; project programming - Pre-opening property handover inspections and sign-off against WHR & industry standards- Perform site inspections, Mock-up room reviews and sign-off of completed refurbishment projects.- Implement quality control procedures for standards of workmanship, materials, and finishes in all refurbishment projects- Make effective decisions to ensure the continuation of projects on time and within budget- Lead design team and contractors to provide clear direction and guidance to achieve project goals- Take care of the budget for design, the scope of the consultants' work, and the overall project budget with implemented design solutions Show less

Grand Hyatt Colombo, Sri Lanka

Provide support to hotel owner with contractor, key project consultants and hotel pre-operating teams for all project issues specifically related to design coordination and execution, operational planning, brand standards, quality control, handover preliminary and final inspections.- Track and Manage design coordination & quality control across all project consultants packages- Monitor MEP & FLS site installations - Review FF&E proposals and procurement options- Monitor… Show more Provide support to hotel owner with contractor, key project consultants and hotel pre-operating teams for all project issues specifically related to design coordination and execution, operational planning, brand standards, quality control, handover preliminary and final inspections.- Track and Manage design coordination & quality control across all project consultants packages- Monitor MEP & FLS site installations - Review FF&E proposals and procurement options- Monitor project contract with the consultants, and alarms if any scope gaps- Active project monitoring and status reporting for client and Hyatt- Face of the project, indirectly advertising all the time- Maintain brand compliance with sign-off on variations against industry standards and regulations Show less

Sintra, Portugal

Created and developed the company as B2B importer of exterior furniture to the hospitality sector and leisure markets in the Portuguese market.- Prepared & implemented marketing strategies - Sourced & maintained bonds with suppliers - Developed concept designs for hotel installations- Managed supply chain & site installations- Ensured exceptional customer service.

Lisbon, Portugal

Design team leader in this leading architectural practice with a passion for creative, sustainable and innovative design. DSA have a track record of award-winning hospitality projects across the globe.- Established & managed project coordination with internal design team and project consultants - Coached & monitored internal design team for effective design and technical detail deliverables - Quality & consistency of project documentation and drawings - Take care of adequate… Show more Design team leader in this leading architectural practice with a passion for creative, sustainable and innovative design. DSA have a track record of award-winning hospitality projects across the globe.- Established & managed project coordination with internal design team and project consultants - Coached & monitored internal design team for effective design and technical detail deliverables - Quality & consistency of project documentation and drawings - Take care of adequate document control and ensure the system is easily understandable and intuitive- Prepared fee claim with a successful outcome Show less

Cascais, Portugal

David Sinclair e Associados Arquitectos, Lda. work with a strong emphasis on toursim and leisure sectors.The projects pass from new build to conservation and re-use of existing historic buildings.With projects developed in Portugal and Ex- Portuguese territories: Luanda; São Tomé; Cabo Verde and, Burkina Faso.- Multiple projects for the Group Pestana, in Portugal and Ex-Portuguese territories.- Project support for international hotel groups and designers with Portuguese… Show more David Sinclair e Associados Arquitectos, Lda. work with a strong emphasis on toursim and leisure sectors.The projects pass from new build to conservation and re-use of existing historic buildings.With projects developed in Portugal and Ex- Portuguese territories: Luanda; São Tomé; Cabo Verde and, Burkina Faso.- Multiple projects for the Group Pestana, in Portugal and Ex-Portuguese territories.- Project support for international hotel groups and designers with Portuguese based projects- Completed core tasks and associated responsibilities in the RIBA project stages 1-6 : Briefing | Concept Design | Developed Design | Technical Design | Construction | Handover Show less

Research Scholarship, Architecture - Design Management Tools

- Design management tools towards an integrated way of working between the architect and the manufacturer in the design process..

Dip Arch (Riba Part 2), Architecture

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