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I am Mustafa Makandar, a seasoned professional with over 24 years of experience across diverse fields in architectural projects and project management. My expertise spans business management, project finance, risk mitigation, value engineering, architectural design, and project management in sectors including healthcare, retail, sports, education, industrial, hospitality, and telecommunications. I have worked with renowned firms globally and managed complex projects such as the Motor City Office & Showroom, a 1.4 Billion AED project.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led teams, mentored professionals, and driven business growth by implementing innovative marketing strategies and maintaining strategic partnerships. My broad experience allows me to navigate international building codes and standards, ensuring compliance and delivering world-class design solutions.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Work Experience
Lead Project Approval Manager (Construction phase) at Stantec Inc.
October 1, 2019 - August 10, 2025Led project approvals for Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, a 10-storey, 500,000 square feet hospital with 188 beds and six operating theaters in Dubai. Ensured compliance with international standards and worked closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders including clients, funding bodies, and government to secure approvals. The role involved managing technical design and construction phases to deliver an internationally standard healthcare facility.
Lead Project Approval Manager (at Construction phase) at Stantec Inc.
October 1, 2019 - August 10, 2025Managed project approval for the Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, a 10-storey, 500,000 sq. ft. hospital with 188 beds and six operating theaters located in Al Barsha, Dubai. Provided international standard healthcare services for the southern and newer parts of Dubai. Ensured compliance with all necessary regulations and coordinated construction phase approvals.
Technical Development Manager / Commercial Liaising Manager at Trivalley Group
August 1, 2018 - August 10, 2025Managed five high-rise tower projects (G+4P+21) at Porto Arabia, Pearl Qatar. Oversaw all technical aspects from inception to completion, coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and budget goals were met, and liaised with clients, funding institutes, corporates, and government bodies for approvals and compliance. Implemented innovative solutions to resolve technical challenges and ensured project success within regulatory codes.
Lead Tech. Approval Manager/Senior Lead Architect at Stantec Inc.
August 1, 2018 - August 10, 2025Led technical approvals for a 70,000 square meter healthcare center housing up to 200 patients, including teaching and research facilities. Designed the architectural character to respond to Islamic and Arabic roots, focusing on spiritual and psychological progression of rehabilitation patients. Used therapeutic garden spaces to enhance rehabilitation by providing calm and scenic backdrops for stress reduction.
Technical Development Manager / Commercial Liaising at Trivalley Group
April 1, 2014 - August 10, 2025Managed 5 high-rise tower projects (G+4P+21) in Porto Arabia, Pearl Qatar. Oversaw technical aspects from inception to completion and coordinated with cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budget goals. Worked with clients, funding institutes, corporate bodies, and government bodies for approvals and compliance with local building norms. Implemented innovative solutions to resolve technical challenges and ensured project success and compliance throughout construction.
Architects Design Studio Manager - Partner at BUILT MATRIX
March 1, 2014 - August 10, 2025Managed all design activity within the organization and partner in architectural practice delivering world-class and integrated design in master planning, urban design, and architecture across institutional, commercial, residential, hospitality, and healthcare facilities. Delivered projects involving master planning, residential, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, mixed-use, and integrated developments.
Architect / Design Studio Manager - Partner at Built Matrix
March 1, 2014 - August 10, 2025Managed all design activities in the organization and acted as a partner in architectural practice delivering world-class integrated design services across master planning, urban design, institutional, commercial, residential, hospitality, and healthcare facilities. Handled integrated/sustainability design for diverse project types including master planning, residential, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, mixed-use, and integrated developments.
Senior Architect/ Lead Project Architect at Burt Hill
June 1, 2010 - August 10, 2025Worked on complex projects including the Motor City project comprising three main structures: office, auto showrooms, and hotel. Responsible for architectural and structural meticulous execution, ensuring flawless implementation on-site. Contributed to high-value mixed-use development projects such as Canal Point and Sheraton Hotel Bahrain Mixed-Use Redevelopment.
Sr. Architect / Lead Project Architect at Burt Hill
June 1, 2010 - August 10, 2025Worked on Motor City, a mixed-use development in Dubai comprising office, auto showroom, hotel, and residential components spanning 17.9 acres including three main structures, parking facilities, hospital building, wellness center, and hotel tower. Acted as lead member in construction administration and project management for the Motor City Auto Mall project, ensuring meticulous execution of architectural and structural designs.
Architect at Al Turath Engineering Consultants (JV: Wilbur Smith Associates, USA)
August 1, 2005 - August 10, 2025Worked on projects such as sports club developments and preparing proposals for transit option studies in Dubai. Engaged in competition projects including transit system studies and upgrading existing sports facilities to FIFA standards.
Architect at Wilbur Smith Associates (AIE Turath Engineering Consultants)
August 1, 2005 - August 10, 2025Contributed to various competition and design projects including Emaar’s Community Center consisting of holiday resort villas and town centers, Jumeirah Lake Tower mixed-use development, Al Tayer Tower at Dubai Marina, Sheraton Hotel Bahrain Redevelopment, Jumeirah Beach residential high-rise hotel in Business Bay opposite Burj Dubai, and study of transit options for Dubai Municipality. Prepared design proposals in coordination with HOD to develop design skills and presentation work.
Junior Engineer at AEBC
January 1, 2003 - August 10, 2025Worked as a junior engineer with AEBC, the local representative for Stantec Consultant. Led construction approvals and provided technical support for projects.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture at Malnad College of Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Certificate in Art and Science at Arts and Sciences College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1993Bachelor of Architecture at Malnad College of Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Certificate in Art and Science at Arts and Sciences College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1993Qualifications
Ralph Burt Award
January 1, 2007 - August 10, 2025Certificate of Appreciation - PS 5002 Dubai Transit Study (METRO)
March 1, 2003 - August 10, 2025Ralph Burt Award
January 1, 2007 - August 10, 2025Certificate of Appreciation
March 1, 2003 - August 10, 2025Industry Experience
Healthcare, Retail, Education, Telecommunications, Real Estate & Construction
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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