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George Leonidou
Abu Dhabi UAE
Email: g.l.leonidou@gmail.com
Mobile: +971 52 90 64 210
EXECUTIVE SYNOPSIS
• Versatile Civil Engineer with 30+ years of rich experience across all aspects of project management
and construction management from conceptualization to commissioning and handover.
• Extensive experience in a diverse portfolio of projects covering themed parks, high rise towers,
apartment blocks, hotels & resorts and military infrastructure in the Middle East, Cyprus, Uganda and
UK.
• Sound techno-commercial expertise of modern construction techniques, project management
methods, codes & standards and various contractual matters.
• Skilled in resource allocation and cost management enabling achievement of all operation & financial
objectives.
• Adept in negotiating and finalizing contracts, variations & claims with clients and contractors.
• Proficient in leading multinational teams eliciting superior performances.
• Proactive, results driven manager delivering excellence through effective communication, coordination,
planning and execution.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
IMAGINEERING AD, Abu Dhabi UAE - Sep 2010 to Feb 2017
Imagineering provides comprehensive creative design, architectural rockwork, hard & soft landscaping and
lighting solutions to theme & water parks, zoos & botanical gardens, environmental & conservation
projects, hotels and private villas & palaces. http://www.imagineeringad.com
Director of Projects/Operations Manager
• Report to the Group Managing Director and manage business development meeting revenue, growth
and profitability objectives.
• Build and sustain robust relationships with all key stakeholders through exemplary public relations.
• Formulate and implement company policies & procedures to achieve predefined business objectives in
the most cost effective manner.
• Design and manage estimating and have tenders control
• Manage the end-to-end execution of all projects inside & outside UAE assuring completion on time
within budgets and accomplishing cost and quality objectives.
Projects
• Al Ain Zoo Themed Park, NOK Wall and MET, Abu Dhabi UAE, Value: USD 4.0 million – Won the
award for the Outstanding Shotcrete Project outside the USA in 2011.
• Themed landscape works for a private island in Bahrain, Value: USD 4.8 million
• Al Ain Zoo Themed Park, UAE World Desert, Abu Dhabi UAE
• Al Ain Zoo Themed Park, NOK Exhibits, Abu Dhabi UAE
• Al Ain Zoo Themed Park, World Deserts Various Exhibits, Abu Dhabi UAE
• EMAAR Dubai Hills MBR Gardens Lake Walls and Streams, Dubai, UAE
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• M. A. Futtaim Private Majlis, Dubai, UAE
• Dubai Parks Motion Gate, Dubai, UAE
• Al Bustan Zoological Center Various Rock works, Sharjah, UAE
From March to May 2012 I have been working with Wade Adams as Coordinator for the Design & Build
of Army Project Tender in KSA.
CHAPO TRADING & CONTRACTING WLL, Doha Qatar - May 2008 to Dec 2009
A leading construction & project management company with a portfolio of top notch clients and several
multi-million dollar projects in progress in the region.
General Manager
• Established the new branch at Doha, implemented processes & systems and managed all aspects
of operation achieving planned profitability targets.
• Led a team of cross-functional professionals managing all aspects of business development, pre
and post contract activities, procurement, finance & accounts and HR for achieving growth,
revenue and profitability figures.
• Looked after estimating and preparation of competitive bids & proposals for various projects
and led discussions & negotiations with clients for securing projects.
• Supervised the execution of various projects assuring achievement of milestones, financial
objectives and customer expectations.
• Recruited 90% of the Main Office and site personnel.
Projects
• Viva Bahriya Tower at the Pearl, Value: USD 85 million
• 3 residential buildings at the Fareej Abdul Aziz Area, Value: USD 23 million
PCG GROUP, Gibraltar UK - Sep 2007 to Apr 2008
The company is a joint venture between CHAPO General Contracting and Anastasi Group.
Senior Projects Manager
• Managed the execution of projects including supervision of subcontractors, coordination with
intermediaries, development & implementation of project plans assuring achievement of all predefined
objectives.
• Guided the design staff in developing technical specifications & construction details meeting
project specifications.
• Ensured the formulation & maintenance of all construction documentation meeting legal,
consistent and cost effective requirements for work plans.
• Scheduled & supervised major inspections during various construction stages ensuring adherence to
project specifications, plans, schedules, materials, workmanship and safety metrics.
• Managed final inspections, snag rectification and handover complying with all warranty conditions.
Projects
• Physical & Recreational Training Centre, Ministry of Defence, Value: £3.7 million
• Camp Bay Leisure & Recreation Area renovation, Value: £1.5 million
• Renovation of SLA 4, 5 & 6 flats, Ministry of Defence, Value: £0.75 million
• RG Measures MOD Framework Contract, Value: £3 million
• MOD Infrastructure Works, Value: £4.2 million
PROJECTS PLUS, Cyprus - Mar 2006 to Aug 2007
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A boutique consulting firm offering specialist project management expertise to a diverse cross section of
companies in Cyprus.
General Manager
• Provided technical services to various contractors covering preparation of full analysis, variations,
claims and program of works.
• Managed project management consultancy assignments including preparation of final accounts
and operation & cost control reports.
• Delivered a wide array of services such as preparation of company policies, procedures, QHSE
& risk management support to JV and contracting companies.
• Rendered expert professional services for land division, house designs, preparation of drawings
& preliminary designs for a golf course in the Pyrgos area.
• Led market research, competitor analysis, business promotion & branding and strategies for
delivering consistently superior services.
• Built and sustained a network of links & strategic alliances to promote growth across Cyprus.
UCE CYBARCO JV LTD, Doha Qatar - Feb 2005 to Feb 2006
A joint venture between UCE a leading British utilities consulting & engineering firm and CYBARCO,
Cyprus’s leading construction company & property developers.
Project Manager
• Managed design coordination among various disciplines, executed civil design and managed
construction works.
• Coordinated mobilization of resources, submission & approval of drawings & materials,
procurement, project monitoring & control ensuring achievement of delivery, cost & quality
targets.
• Ensured adherence to the site circumstances, lease documents, code restrictions and capital
expenditure guidelines.
• Monitored project progress and highlighted areas of concern to the senior management
recommending appropriate mitigation plans.
• Recruited site engineering personnel.
Project
• Al Sharq Village & Spa Resort Hotel, Value: USD 68.7 million
SELF EMPLOYED PROFESSIONAL, Cyprus, May 2004 to Jan 2005
• Provided services for a multitude of projects for a development company with an annual turnover
of USD 3.8 million.
• Coordinated with clients and subcontractors to prepare contract documents, supervised and
enabled cost reductions in project execution, supervised architectural designs and finalized
extra works.
• Was associated with several projects including villas & multi-storey buildings.
A PANAYIDES CONTRACTING CO LTD, Cyprus - Aug 2001 to Apr 2004
Project Manager
• Independently managed the construction of the new building for the Nicosia Supreme Court from
conceptualization to handover.
• Successfully completed the USD 15 million project for the construction of one of the most
complex buildings constructed in Cyprus, becoming a landmark in Nicosia.
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EARLY CAREER SUMMARY
• CYBARCO LLC, Manama, Bahrain - Jun 2000 to Jul 2001, Assistant Project Manager: Construction
of the regional headquarters of Citibank, Value: USD 26.4 million.
• GEOCAD SERVICES LTD, Cyprus - Jul 1999 to Jun 2000, Sales & Marketing Manager
• C & A TOUMAZIS CO, Cyprus - Mar 1998 to Jul 1999, Project Manager: Military camp at Troodos,
Value: USD 5 million.
• A PANAYIDES CONTRACTING CO LTD, Cyprus - Apr 1996 to Mar 1998, Project Manager: Nicosia
HQ of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus – Managed all areas of the project excluding the structure.
• GP ZACHARIADES (O) LTD, Bahrain - Nov 1991 to Apr 1996, Construction Manager/Senior
Project Engineer: 4-star Beach Plaza Hotel (USD 4.1 million), 5-star Royal Meridian Hotel (USD 90.1
million), Conference Hall & Royal Suites for the 1994 GCC Summit (USD 10.5 million) & Staff
accommodation at the Royal Meridian Hotel (USD 6.4 million).
• WADE ADAMS CONSTRUCTION LTD, Uganda - Jan 1991 to Oct 1991, Contracts
Coordinator/Project Manager/Quarry Manager: Construction of 4 coffee hullers (USD 2.2 million)
& rehabilitation of the Presidential Palace (USD 1 million).
• A PANAYIDES CONTRACTING CO LTD, Cyprus - Oct 1989 to Jan 1991, Project Manager:
Construction of the New Zephyros Village on a panoramic rocky mountain, USD 1.8 million.
• GP ZACHARIADES LTD, Bahrain - Mar 1988 to Oct 1989, Project Engineer: Participated in the
construction of the new HQ of BATELCO, USD 40 million.
• ME INDUSTRIAL FORMULATORS, Cyprus – Oct 1986 to Mar 1988 , Executive Director
• RISAIL INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION ESTABLISHMENT, Oman - Dec 1983 to Oct 1986:,
Projects Manager: Construction of 18 luxury villas in the Risail area (USD 4 million); construction
and end-to-end management of a joinery workshop (USD 1.8 million)
• LOIS BUILDERS, Cyprus - Oct 1982 to Nov 1983, Projects Engineer: Executed projects with a
cumulative net value of USD 0.8 million.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• Category A, Bahrain Society of Engineers, since Apr 1994
• Member ETEK Cyprus, since Sep 1982
• Member of ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) since May 2012
• Member of ACI (American Concrete Institute) since Sep 1982
EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Catholic University of America USA, Aug 1982
• Diploma in Technician Engineer (equivalent to HND of UK), Jun 1979
TRAINING
• MS Project, Cyprus Nov 1997
• Database Design Creation & Use for Efficient Management and Strategic Marketing, Cyprus
Jul 1997
• MS Office & Corel Draw, Bahrain Jan 1992
• Lotus R3.1, Cyprus Dec 1990
• Mastering AutoCAD, Bahrain Jun 1988
PERSONAL PROFILE
• Date of Birth: 31 May 1958
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