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Nancy Saba

Nancy Saba

Saugus, MA, US

 
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About 

Architect with over four years of successful experience in Architectural Design
and Construction. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and
contributions to complex project completion. Strengths in design, developing
drawings, providing technical solutions, multidisciplinary coordination, and
stakeholder management.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

HARINSA CONTRACTING COMPANY QATAR (DESIGN & BUILD), Doha, QA, ARCHITECT - DREAM HOTEL DOHA

1. CONTRIBUTING TO DESIGN DEVELOPMENT & VERIFICATION
- Attended Arch. and I.D. Design meetings and workshops with the stakeholders.
Verified the Architectural and Interior Design construction documents (IFC) with that of the Structural and MEP works, while taking into consideration local rules and regulations (i.e. fire & safety and accessibility requirements).
- Tackled many design discrepancies by proposing solutions through RFIs, such as but not limited to, providing missing slabs limits, specifying missing materials, and proposing structural solutions for unsupported cladding.
- Provided cost saving proposals regarding the design and use of dead spaces.
- Verified the design based on local Tourism regulations to earn a 5-star rating.
- Assisted in checking ID shop drawings of the guestroom mock-up for site implementation and designer approval.

1. MANAGING FACADES AND EXTERNAL WORKS:
- Managed several subcontractors assigned on the different Aluminum systems and cladding materials (Aluminum , Terracotta, and Granite).
- Managed several subcontractors assigned on steel structures with Aluminum cladding, such as: fins, screens, external shafts, stairs, canopies, and pergolas.
- Coordinated the shop drawings of all the different subcontractors and provided technical solutions for the termination details between them.
- Coordinated the external works’ shop drawings with that of the ID, Structural, and MEP.
- Provided cost-saving technical proposals and solutions for material fixation systems.
- Ensured quality in shop drawings and efficiency in construction details.
- Ensured that the shop drawings are done as per the IFC and approved by the consultant.
- Ensured that there are no delays in shop drawing submittals.

3. PRODUCING ARCHITECTURAL SHOP DRAWINGS FOR SITE USE:
Produced, coordinated, and submitted Architectural shop drawings not limited to the following: Blockwork, Finishing, RCP, Terracotta, etc.

Jul 2019 - current
 

LANDSCAPERSTEAM, BEIRUT, MOUNT LEBANON, Beirut, LB, DESIGN & SITE ARCHITECT - ANTONINE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, AJALTOUN

- Prepared concept presentations and 3D models for client approval.
- Contributed to the design of several aspects of the Antonine International School’s new blocks and the renovation of the old block and church, as follows:
.Façade design and assigning materials.
.Complete design of the theater, pool block, sports stadium, external staircase, and memorial wall.
.Site planning, landscaping, and hardscaping.
- Prepared permit documents.
- Prepared construction drawings (IFCs).
- Aided in technical and design solutions.
- Lead weekly Client and Contractor meetings.
- Participated in Client/Contractor site walkthroughs.
- Attended Structural and MEP meetings, and contributed in proving design-based solutions.

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
 

LANDSCAPERSTEAM, BEIRUT, MOUNT LEBANON, Beirut, LB, DESIGN ARCHITECT - BHERSAF VILLA

- Handled the full design scope of Bhersaf Villa.
- Prepared concept presentations, 3D views, and walkthroughs for client approval.
- Prepared permit documents, construction drawings, and BOQs.

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
 

LANDSCAPERSTEAM, BEIRUT, MOUNT LEBANON, Beirut, LB, DESIGN ARCHITECT - MKALLES VILLA

- Aided in the Exterior and Interior design of the villa.
- Assisted in choosing interior materials and furniture.

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
 

LANDSCAPERSTEAM, BEIRUT, MOUNT LEBANON, Beirut, LB, DESIGN & SITE ARCHITECT - KFOUR VILLA

- Prepared design and construction drawings.
- Renovated the exterior facade and re-partitioned the interior layout.
- Prepared BOQ.
- Developed the landscaping and hardscaping design of the building.

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
 

LANDSCAPERSTEAM, BEIRUT, MOUNT LEBANON, Beirut, LB, DESIGN ARCHITECT - FAQRA VILLA

- Prepared design and construction drawings.
- Renovated the exterior facade and re-partitioned the interior layout.
- Prepared BOQ.

Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
 

Education 

Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts (ALBA), Balamand , MArch, Architecture

Sep 2015 - Dec 2018
 

Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts (ALBA), Balamand , BArch, Architecture

Sep 2011 - Sep 2015
 

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