Amar Yahya

Experience

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  GDP Architects

  Sept 1995 - Dec 1997

  Project Architect

  Key team player in the successful completion of mixed use and high rise development:• Kuala Lumpur Central Integrated Retail Development (7-storey podium, 4 levels of basements, 30-storey serviced apartments, 18-storey office tower (above podium) and 38-storey hotel (all linked to the railway station)• KL Ascot serviced residence (33-storey) and condominium (23-storey)• Sheraton Hanoi (Vietnam) 5 star international class hotelScope of work: Studies, design development, coordination, working drawings, details, approaching authorities for approvals and following project development on site Show less

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  Techno center (Hatter& Aldejani)

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1998

  Architect

  Design development of Hadramout University of Science and Technology campus, Yemen

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  Group consult Int'l

  Nov 1998 - Jun 2002

  Project Manager/Architect

  • Managed projects from design to handing over including the preparation of tender documentation and analysis • Developed architectural and interior design solutions for several projects • Created project documentations in cooperation with the civil and services engineers, liaising with both authorities and client’s representatives

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  Arabesque Engineering Consultant,

  Jun 2002 - Jun 2003

  Technical Manager

  • Handled all technical issues and coordinated with sub consultants and contractors• Monitored project activities at construction sites, progress of work and managed financial issues

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  Arif & Bintoak

  Jul 2003 - Jun 2004

  Team Leader

  • Led team of junior architects and drafts persons in the successful completion of design development, working drawings and project documentation, for Jumeirah Beach Residence project, (JBR Sector 04), comprising of eight residential towers (30-50 story) over five levels of podium, with project cost of approximately One Billion AED (250 Million USD)• Within a tight time frame, solved design problems, managed and coordinated sub consultants, liaised with authorities and clients

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  Dubai Municipality

  Jun 2004 - Jun 2011

  Principal Architect & Member of the Green Building Committee:

  Dubai Municipality, Building Permits Sec,Major Project’s unit • Led and coordinated a multidisciplinary team in the review, commenting and approval process of Urban Development including Public and Private buildings, multistory and high-rise residential and commercial buildings, hotels, shopping malls, hospitals, for compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations, functional, environmental and aesthetically for all submittals and proposals from consultants operating in Dubai during the application process to obtain permits• Liaised with planners, structure, infrastructure and service engineers and Civil Defense authority• Prepared technical reports and special studies for new developments• Advised developers who were invested in mega projects in Dubai• Reviewed municipality-owned projects from concept to design development• Established and recommended a set of green building rules and regulations• In the capacity of principal architect, participated in the successful completion of Major projects:Downtown Dubai, the mega-project home of Burj Khalifa the world’s tallest building, Dubai festival city, Dubai land urban development projects (combination of 25 mega urban development contains residential and office towers, shopping malls, leisure areas, luxurious hotels, stadiums, etc. Show less

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  Ryerson University

  Apr 2012 - Oct 2012

  Sustainability Management

  Developed Sustainable Development Strategies and proposed action plan for major corporations. Studied thoroughly all information available and extracted the company’s vision and mission based on company's values. Developed a virtual sustainable development strategy plan, taking into consideration present actions in the 3 pillars of sustainability - economic, social and environmental aspects under present Federal and Provincial legislation.Comprehensive and integrated building analysis of 105 South Bond Street, Toronto.•A detailed analysis of the principle concepts and strategies that were implemented in transforming an existing heritage listed building into a university facility with classrooms and other supporting services. The building is an integral part of Ryerson University’s down town campus and it is the first to receive the LEED Gold certification for Commercial Interiors on campus.Capstone project: to improve and expand the sustainability initiatives and plan for creating a world-class bicycle hub for Harbourfront Center, Toronto.•Created 3BL sustainability model to provide a measurement of how effective projects are based on both an individual indicator and an overall sustainability pillar.•Recommended a full detailed phased implementation plan with cost analysis for the bike hub, based on int’l best practices. Show less

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  University of Waterloo

  Sept 2013 - Nov 2014

  Master of Climate Change (Planning and Management)

  Planning for and Managing developments in the current global Climate Change phenomena is one of the major challenges facing humankind today. It is altering our natural environment, in which we work and live. A new era of built environment planning and project management is approaching, including: cities, urban spaces and building design and construction . New system thinking needs to be in place to deal with these challenges in coming years to achieve more sustainable and climate compatible development goals. Green and energy-efficient buildings, as seen by climate change experts, are one of the key and cost effective strategies to reducing global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.Sustainable design and construction provide an opportunity to use resources more efficiently, while creating healthier and more energy-efficient buildings.I focused on my study on suitable green building design features and strategies that help save energy in building sector. Show less

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  E MERGE, Guelph

  Sept 2014 - Oct 2015

  Sustainablity Planning and Home efficiency advising

  Connect people and organizations with innovative solutions to achieve maximum efficiency in the use of resources and the welfare of society towards resilient and flourishing communities.• Evaluating homes efficiency and environmental well-being• Proposing energy and water efficiency steps and renewable energy alternatives• Analyzing utility bills for monthly consumption patterns compared to the average home• Waste output reduction, access to local and sustainable foods,alternative transportation methods, as well as resources and incentives to help take on green solutions. Show less

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  Dubai Municipality, Building Permit Section, Major Projects Unit

  Nov 2015 - now

  Senior Specialist

  Leading studies, solving problems and design review process for major construction developments in the city of Dubai.