Shoaib Parkar

Experience

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  UTV

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2008

  QC/ Data Wrangler
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  Maya Digital Studios (P) Ltd.

  Nov 2008 - Sept 2010

  Creative Lighting TD
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  Xentrix Studios

  Sept 2010 - Jun 2011

  Sr. Creative Lighting TD
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  Digitales Studios

  Jun 2011 - Mar 2014

  Team Leader
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  Dubai World Trade Centre

  Mar 2015 - Apr 2022

  Delivery Coordinator/ Project Handling

  Responsible for overseeing delivery of Utility Department during all DWTC’s organized exhibitions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES▪ Accountable for successful and smooth day-to-day operations of Utility department for events and exhibitions.▪ Manage Utility delivery for major events like GITEX, Gulfood, and Dubai Intl. Boat Show at DWTC and DEC EXPO.▪ Handle procurement and asset management for Utility at DEC EXPO.▪ Manage account databases and floor plans.▪ Brief delivery teams prior to shows to ensure smooth execution.▪ Create technical presentations for existing and new Utility services.▪ Coordinate with cross-functional teams like Exhibitors Services, Operations, Health & Safety, etc.▪ Support Commercial and Exhibitor Services in designing and implementing the Online Utility portal.▪ Key role in implementing the Digital Pen Function for capturing documents.▪ Oversee revenue reports, purchase requisitions, outsourced equipment, and final contractor reconciliation.▪ Assist in recruitment and performance reviews for Utility department staff.▪ Develop and train the Utility team on DWTC’s floorplan and database systems. Show less

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  GES - Global Experience Specialists

  Apr 2022 - now

  Responsible for planning, arranging & overseeing the delivery of exhibitions as an Official Contractor for shows such as BIG 5 KSA, ADIPEC & Arab Health to name a few, working along with clients such as DMG Events, Informa, Messe Frankfurt, Terrapin and REC.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES▪ Manage events/exhibitions within budget, schedule, and quality standards.▪ Direct multiple supplier teams, providing necessary information and task coordination.▪ Advise on cost/program impacts and support procurement and construction with technical expertise.▪ Review drawings, assess buildability, and ensure proper product selection.▪ Track progress, prepare permits, and secure relevant approvals.▪ Establish clear communication channels to provide guidelines and resolve issues.▪ Lead site progress meetings with subcontractors, ensuring adherence to program and safety standards.▪ Build and maintain strong relationships with project partners and stakeholders.▪ Responsible for department revenue reports, raising Purchase Requisition requests, outsourced equipment bookings and final reconciliation for contractors.▪ Responsible for providing advanced technical solutions to all stakeholders.▪ Onboard and guide new joiners on processes and job responsibilities.▪ Responsible for creating technical presentations for existing services. Show less Responsible for monitoring progress and overseeing build delivery, ensuring constant collaboration with the site team and stakeholders. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES▪ Collaborate with the Events Management Team to deliver onsite builds and update progress.▪ Create labour schedules with the Event Planning Manager to meet deadlines.▪ Organize site visits with contractors and liaise with the Event Planning Manager.▪ Compile event power and water requirements, coordinating with the Resource & Admin Assistant and sub-contractors.▪ Track and maintain project schedules, updating records and sharing weekly progress with the line manager.▪ Manage deliveries, installations, and power/water connections to ensure site readiness.▪ Keep accurate records of orders and deliveries, submitting notes weekly to the Resource & Admin Assistant.▪ Maintain clear, professional communication with the Event Management Team, subcontractors & venue teams. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Site Manager

    Apr 2022 - Nov 2022