Biel P.

Experience

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  +A

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2010

  Architect

  Architecture practice focused on providing design solutions for large-scale social housing systems and construction strategies for developing countries.• Appointed to conduct in-depth study to determine feasibility of constructing an expansive social housing system for the government of Angola. • Cultivated strategic alliances with key partners, industry leaders, and stakeholders. Oversaw development of construction documents, reports, and recommendations. • Organized and developed comprehensive presentations for stakeholders in Europe and Africa. Show less

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  Rev-House

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Design Architect

  Design firm specialised in self-sustained and off-grid floating housing solutions. (Relocated to Berlin, Germany).• Lead the design of prototypes for ground-breaking self-construction housing system independent from service grids. • Devised and deployed strategies and specifications to meet low cost construction requirements and ensured implementation of environmentally sustainable materials. • Provided superior technical expertise and guidance for efficient preparation of comprehensive datasets, layouts, work statements, drawings and delivery schedules. Show less

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  PAD (Planning Architecture & Design)

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Project Architect

  Firm specialized in selective Architecture and Civil Engineer projects across the Middle East and Asia. As a Project Architect I:• Aligned office team, director, and full 4-part design lifecycle of 12+ high-end projects across Europe, Middle East, and Africa, including concept, schematic, and detailed design.• Initiated and completed the development of 6+ Bahraini Ministry of Culture projects, 5 masterplan developments in China, and 5+ high-end projects in 2 countries as lead designer, liaising with local authorities and clients.• Built strategic alliances between industry leaders, and government ministries in the gulf to develop a series of new cultural projects. Show less

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  AECOM

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  Project Architect

  AECOM is the world's N1 infrastructure, engineering, and Architecture firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for generations to come. As a Project Architect I:• Strengthened concept design capabilities by implementing new design standards, documentation formats, and updated presentation approach as part of Architecture Design Center.• Incorporated augmented reality, 3D printing, interactive presentations, and drone-assisted photography to yield 24+ bids and $3M+ repeat business.• Implemented 24+ designs within aggressive timelines, collaborating with 30 partners to ensure budget and quality compliance, organizing resources to develop projects from concept to construction.• Liaised weekly with 10+ sub-consultants, 4 governmental authorities, and 5+ stakeholders and specialist services at every stage to ensure quality protocols were met.• Evaluated key documentation to prepare accurate lists of deliverables, deployment schedules, and necessary information to organize resources and successfully complete submissions. Show less

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  Perkins&Will

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  Design Lead

  Perkins+Will is ranked as one of the top global design firms, recognized as one of the industry’s preeminent sustainable design firms due to its innovative research, design tools, and expertise. In 2015, Fast Company ranked Perkins+Will among “The World’s Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Architecture” most recently in 2017 ranked third in both Architect 50 List of Leading Design Firms and Architectural Record’s Top 300 List. During my many years as a Design Lead at Perkins + Will I:• Aligned team of up to 17, delivering 30 projects from urban master-planning scale to full individual buildings and interior scope, maintaining design standards and performance strategies in accordance with financial targets.• Prepared and coordinated 20+ RFPs and 40 project bids for 20 local and international competitions, ensuring projects and strategies were aligned with the company design ethos, resulting in 11 industry award wins. • Managed client and consultant meetings locally and internationally, building strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and sustained business, and Client Engagement Lead.• Planned and executed several simultaneous project programs with a team of up to 26, ensuring deliverables accomplished contractual standards.• Developed and monitored all programs for projects under current supervision, ensuring all deadlines and deliverables were aligned with contractual obligations and standards, organizing resources accordingly.• Generating and supervising design presentations, participating in client interviews and promoting the firm goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability. Show less

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  10 DESIGN

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Senior Associate

  10 Design is an international architecture and master-planning practice with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Edinburgh, Dubai, Miami, London, and Shenzhen. Founded in 2010, the practice has designed and delivered work in 60 cities across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. 10 Design has won over 70 international awards and major design competitions. During my time with 10 Design I:• Directed up to 4 design teams in projects of up to 25M sq-ft, including Budapest’s South Gate and Nanjing Healthcare City Master-plans.• Developed 12 project schedules and collaborated with 12+ clients and 20+ international business partners, ensuring completion of project goals on time and within budget.• Fostered 4 project teams in the development of corporate standards across disciplines to ensure design, planning, and technology application strategies, including AR presentations and top-tier visuals, were up to studio standards.• Communicated regularly with consultants and contractors to build a sense of camaraderie and purpose to facilitate seamless project delivery.• Coached project teams in the development of unified corporate standards across disciplines to ensure that all design, planning, and technology application strategies were up to our studio standards. Show less

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  Arqui9 Visualisation Ltd UK

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  Director of Operations

  Arqui9 is an award-winning studio specialized in complementing the services of top-tier Architectural studios around the world by integrating the latest technology and creative capabilities of a wide array of artists and disciplines into each project. As a Director of Operations I:• Cultivated 12-person studio, implementing all operational and business development plans, including legal structure support and client relationship strategy, while ensuring production and quality were executed at the highest standards.• Evaluated studio efficiency to maximize the productivity of 10 staff, updating 10+ policies while growing social media following 26K while yielding award recognition two years in a row.• Redesigned and modernized online tools, including AI and website, to assess company and client needs at 20 development milestones to be translated into business strategies, implementing new company brand identity with physical and digital entities.• Orchestrated the introduction and deployment of 10+ project and team management plans, implementing 5 studio contractual and legal support structures.• Incorporated direct and remote client consolidation strategies to acquire 75% new business, increasing repeated business by 175% and net revenue retention by 70% to $2M while procuring 5 additional lines of business.• Coordinated office expansion and relocation with 2 department leads, while overseeing job descriptions, interviewing, and hiring for 8 new personnel. Show less

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  Gensler

  Jan 2021 - now

  Associate Studio Director

  With over 3,500 active clients in virtually every industry as the largest Architecture firm in the world, I support the development of Gensler’s Hospitality practice area by leveraging a diverse portfolio of projects and business acumen to capture high-profile clients and projects. This role allows me to combine my passion for the business of design while simultaneously managing diverse design projects and mentoring extremely talented creatives by:• Enabling the team to reach their individual and combined potential while maintaining a positive team environment through an open-door policy.• Building staff capabilities through programs that improve individual design skills, technical skills, communication, and project management.• Provide a creative, innovative, and nurturing environment in the studio by developing an effective coaching and mentoring program.• Develop new business on a consistent basis by placing a strong emphasis on marketing the studio to win new projects while increasing Gensler’s visibility. • Working closely with the marketing team to ensure business development reporting, lead generation, fee development, project marketing and proposal writing.• Work closely with staff of every level and practice area to ensure an outstanding team experience. • Oversee hiring, employee work performance, learning, professional development, bonus review, appointment input and evaluation.• I’m responsible for both managing projects and client satisfaction by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment, project documentation, and building clients’ trust and loyalty.• Support growing business strategies for Architectural projects not only within Hospitality but also several other practice areas. • Monitor budgets and profitability targets within my studio.• Oversee billing and fee management to ensure all financial activities are consistent with our latest policies and procedures. Show less