AFAF ALQALLAF
PROFILE A highly motivated architect blending a background in innovative architectural and interior design with expertise in visualization, and a handson experience in project management and supervision coupled with site follow-up, to efficiently deliver multiple projects completed on time and fitting with the highest quality of standards. Developing knowledge constantly by extending studies, recently graduated from a Masters degree in Urban Planning at the American University of Sharjah, with a particular interest in the fields of Urban design and Environmental land-use planning. Six years of education in the U.K. has provided me with English fluency and international experience.
KEY SKILLS 3D Modeling & Visualization (3Ds Max & Vray) Site progress follow-up Project management Quotation Analysis Document Preparation AutoCad Architecture Adobe Photoshop GIS Lumion 3D Sketchup Revit Architecture Artistic hand sketching Research & writing Ease of communication Effective team collaboration
CREDENTIALS
Nov. 2017 – Mar. 2019
Project Architect at AlTunaiji Real Estate, Sharjah
As Developers of many residential, commercial and industrial projects in Sharjah, I was in charge of the design and completion of various elements concentrating extensively in a mall project and a sizeable ladies spa, including:
Architect | Urban Planner
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EXPERIENCE
§ Interior design of different areas and full list of drawings for mall tenants § Design and implementation of the Landscapes (hardscape and softscape) § Following up with contractors and suppliers for quotations and site work to ensure no project delays § Material selection for interior and exterior elements § Finding creative solutions for services such as air-conditioning, lighting, digital signage, fountains, shading, etc. § Obtaining the necessary authority approvals including Civil Defense, SEWA and Municipality approvals § Preparation of bills of quantities to request and review quotations according to market prices § Preparation of contracts and agreement documentations § Site supervision of all contractors from the initial to final stages of construction for the Spa project fit-out works § Site progress assessment and processing of payments § Co-ordination between the stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making. Sep. 2016 – Oct. 2017
Graduate Student Assistant at AUS, Sharjah
My tasks at the Office of Research were to assist faculty members and students in facilitating their research projects, and to act as a TA in multiple architecture courses. Feb. 2015 – Aug. 2016
Architect at NJ Engineering, Bahrain
I worked directly with the Director of the office, much learned from her experience. Work involved: § § § § § §
Designing 3Ds of Interiors, Exteriors and Landscapes Drawing detailed Plans and Working Drawings Working in a small management team for modern villa projects Following up details on site and supervising projects Dealing with contractors and suppliers Visiting showrooms and assisting in material selections
Jul. 2014 – Feb. 2015
Trainee Architect at AlTaweel Eng’g & AlHallaq Construction
I was working under the Senior Architects assisting in the design processes, dealing directly with clients and fulfilling their requests for their projects, designing interior, architecture, furniture, lighting, air-conditioning, plumbing and electrical drawings, together with quantity calculations, to be later submitted for municipality approvals.
EDUCATION 2016-2018
Project Management Professional (PMI).
GPA: 3.94/4.0
Masters in Urban Planning at the American University of Sharjah
§ LEED AP
2010-2015
B.Sc. Architecture at the University of Bahrain
§ PMP
27 Jun. 2016 th
11th Nov. 2015
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Accredited Professional (USGBC).
GPA: 3.74/4.0
CONTACT Mobile No. :
AWARDS +971 559797379
:
afaf-alqallaf@hotmail.com
Location
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Dubai
Age
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Nationality:
Bahraini 27
Portfolio : http://issuu.com/afafalqallaf/docs/portfolio
18th Jun. 2015
Best Senior Project
First prize for best graduation project of the year at the University of Bahrain. 24th Jun. 2012
First Prize
Diyar Al-Muharraq Kindergarten Design concept competition. 2010-2015
Certificates of Excellence
On the Dean’s honor list of outstanding students in the University of Bahrain.