Hani Smirat
USA
Summary
Professional Experience
Highly organized professional with strong communication, organizational, and time management skills. With experience in project management across the hospitality, retail, commercial, food & beverage, and residential sectors, I am dedicated to achieving organizational goals while continuously improving my abilities. I excel at collaborating with teams and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
The Staenberg Group
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Collaborated with business analysts to gather requirements, ensuring projects met client needs and expectations.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting team assignments as needed.
- Nurtured strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, building trust and credibility that facilitated smooth collaboration on shared goals.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively managing diverse teams and maintaining high levels of motivation, even during challenging periods of significant change or tight deadlines.
- Facilitated strong team collaboration through effective meeting management, open communication channels, and timely resolution of conflicts or issues.
Interior Design Project Manager Fit Out
The First Group
11.2017 - 04.2023
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring the timely delivery of all milestones without compromising on quality.
- Streamlined project timelines by effectively coordinating with various stakeholders, including vendors and contractors.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and contractors, securing favorable terms that benefited all parties involved.
- Directed the execution of multiple interior design Fit Out projects, ensuring the seamless integration of design intent and construction processes, fully aligning with client specifications and project requirements.
- Implemented industry-standard safety protocols and human factors regulations throughout all phases of the project, ensuring a safe working environment and full compliance with local and international standards.
- Conducted comprehensive site assessments, developed accurate budgets, and created detailed project schedules. Secured necessary financing commitments and managed financial resources to ensure smooth project execution.
- Defined clear project scopes, set realistic milestones, and broke down work packages to guide project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Led the tendering, budgeting, and approval processes, ensuring that all aspects of the project met stakeholder expectations, requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated closely with design, procurement, and operations departments to ensure alignment and effective communication across all teams, driving projects toward successful, on-time delivery.
- Proactively monitored project progress through regular meetings with contractors, consultants, and suppliers, addressing challenges and troubleshooting issues to maintain project timelines and quality.
- Oversaw quality control processes by conducting factory inspections and ensuring that all manufactured products met required specifications and industry standards.
- Provided technical and practical solutions to any challenges or delays, ensuring projects continued smoothly without compromising quality or delivery timelines.
- Coordinated with the Operations department to ensure a smooth project handover, ensuring all aspects of the project transitioned seamlessly to operational teams.
- Managed project financials, including approval of payments and maintaining budget integrity throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that expenditures remained in line with approved budgets.
- Maintained clear and concise communication with management, providing detailed updates on project status, milestones, risks, and other critical information to ensure informed decision-making.
- Oversaw renovation and maintenance phases for multiple projects, providing ongoing support to ensure smooth operations and minimal disruption during the process.
- Coordinated and managed all stakeholders across F&B, SPA, FOH, BOH, and Facilities departments during the fit-out work execution, ensuring alignment and effective communication to keep the project on track and ensure all teams were working towards the same objectives.
- Managed the acquisition of necessary authority approvals and led inspections, ensuring that projects met regulatory requirements and facilitating the issuance of project completion certificates.
- Managed the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) aspects of projects, ensuring MEP systems were fully integrated, coordinated with the design, and delivered according to established schedules and budgets.
- Ensured the integrity and accuracy of project documentation, maintaining full compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
- Supervised the delivery of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation to facility management teams, ensuring all documents, including warranties and liability information, were accurately compiled and handed over upon project completion.
Project Manager For GCC
Damas Jewellery
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Acted as the primary point of contact between the client and the project team, ensuring all project requirements, timelines, and expectations were met.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure the timely completion of project milestones, keeping the client’s needs at the forefront of every decision.
- Developed and managed detailed project schedules, ensuring resource allocation and progress tracking were aligned with the client's objectives and deadlines.
- Directed the project from proposal through design and execution, ensuring all stages were completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with the client’s specifications.
- Led the review of project scopes, designs, and budgets, ensuring the final deliverables met the client’s vision, quality standards, and financial expectations.
- Managed procurement, including reviewing quotations, approving material purchases, and overseeing contracts with contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the client’s requirements.
- Coordinated approvals for design specifications, liaising with management and relevant authorities to ensure alignment with local regulations and client expectations.
- Addressed and resolved potential risks, logistical challenges, budget concerns, and scope changes promptly to ensure smooth project execution.
- Managed the project budget, tracked expenditures, and ensured cost-control measures were in place to stay within financial constraints while meeting the client’s needs.
- Secured all necessary permits, insurance, and approvals, ensuring the project adhered to local regulations and client standards before fit-out work began.
- Monitored the progress of MEP works, fit-out, and installations, ensuring all work was completed according to the project plan and in line with the client’s quality standards.
- Provided regular updates and detailed reports to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring the client remained informed on project status, milestones, and any potential risks or delays.
- Facilitated communication and problem-solving between contractors, consultants, and the client’s internal teams, ensuring alignment with the client’s strategic goals and expectations.
- Ensured timely processing of payments, submitting invoices and financial documentation in accordance with the project’s milestones and the client’s financial procedures.
- Attended inspections and managed the client’s interests in various regulatory checks (e.g., landlord, Civil Defense, and municipality), ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and legal requirements.
- Managed the project handover to the client’s operations team, ensuring all documentation, as-built drawings, and warranties were delivered on time and accurately.
- Ensured that all project-related documents, including approvals, contracts, and change orders, were completed, stored, and handed over in an organized and professional manner.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to align projects with the client’s long-term goals and objectives.
- Contributed to the annual planning strategy, identifying key initiatives, setting priorities, and ensuring that projects were aligned with the client's overall business and operational strategies.
Project Manager Fit Out
TAO Design
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Directed project teams to achieve goals and deliverables within deadlines.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by managing communication and proactively addressing concerns.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure the successful completion of projects.
- Enhanced project outcomes by implementing effective risk management strategies.
- Created project scopes and timelines to align with organizational objectives.
- Developed project objectives by reviewing proposals and discussing the client’s vision and requirements.
- Set project budgets and timeframes; assessed material requirements and facilitated the purchase of necessary quantities.
- Managed and supervised project design to ensure alignment with client specifications.
- Conducted quality checks to ensure materials met client specifications.
- Coordinated with the municipality for inspections and ensured compliance with schedule, quality, and safety regulations.
- Managed costs, identified cost-saving measures, and ensured work targets, variations, and Bill of Quantities (BOQ) were met.
- Coordinated with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, landlords, and consultants for smooth project execution.
- Approved drawings, controlled material samples, and ensured compliance with project standards.
- Oversaw the mobilization of tools and equipment on-site in accordance with HSE and safety requirements.
- Followed up on payment processes and quotations to ensure timely financial transactions.
- Monitored MEP progress to ensure synchronization with fit-out works and timely delivery.
- Coordinated with the factory manager to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
- Managed subcontractors, holding weekly meetings for updates and ensuring timely reporting of installation progress, delivery, and production.
- Completed project handover to the client, ensuring all work met the agreed-upon standards.
Project Site Engineer
Arki Group Design
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Optimized resource allocation for cost savings and timely project completion.
- Implemented innovative construction techniques, resulting in reduced material waste and improved sustainability practices.
- Reviewed drawings and conducted site measurements to ensure design accuracy and alignment.
- Ordered materials and planned the installation process, effectively managing worker schedules and time.
- Coordinated with consultants and landlords for inspections and approval of drawing submittals.
- Followed up on the delivery of materials and production progress.
- Monitored reports, including delay reports, progress updates, timesheets, and factory production schedules.
- Allocated tasks to workers based on their skill levels and competencies.
- Developed method statements and addressed technical aspects of the project.
- Participated in weekly management meetings and client kick-off meetings to discuss project status.
- Led safety meetings, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations on-site.
Education
Master Track (MTC) - Construction Engineering And Management (CEM)
University of Michigan
Dearborn, MI05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
An-Najah National University
West Bank, Palestine05-2008
Skills
- Project planning, scheduling, cost, quality
- Collaborative Communication
- Technical System Analysis
- Strong Verbal Communication
- AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
- Experienced with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
The Staenberg Group
05.2023 - 11.2024
Interior Design Project Manager Fit Out
The First Group
11.2017 - 04.2023
Project Manager For GCC
Damas Jewellery
12.2015 - 11.2017
Project Manager Fit Out
TAO Design
01.2013 - 12.2015
Project Site Engineer
Arki Group Design
08.2009 - 06.2013
Master Track (MTC) - Construction Engineering And Management (CEM)
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
An-Najah National University
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