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William Chamberlain, Licensed Landscape Architect
Tel: 302-436-3270 land 302-604-0032 mobile
E-mail: bchamberlain53@gmail.com
Perm Res: 18 South Main Street, Selbyville, DE 19975 USA
Public Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/william-chamberlain-asla-a5285947
About me:
I am an industrious and inventive Landscape Architectural problem solver with 25 years of experi-
ence, impressive portfolio, and global project leadership expertise. Based on a Graduate Level Ivy
League Educational background; I have a successful history of directing major planning and built ini-
tiatives that significantly improved universities, royal palaces, parks and public realm, resorts, planned
communities, and urban corridors both in the United States and the Middle East.
Committed to providing a full array of professional services, team development and management
oversight, together with all phases of document preparation for the A&E environment I am adept at
working with a wide range of staff and professional stake holders, to provide turn-key landscape
architectural design services from concept to construction, achieving maximum quality and value for
clients and employers.
Currently:
I am actively seeking the next challenging opportunity. Currently in residence, DE, USA.
Key Proficiencies include:
• Illustration, Fine Arts & History
• Botany, Horticulture	
• Client Management
• All Phases CD Development
• Contract Administration 	
• Urban Design & Planning
• Environmental Oversight
• Regulatory Entitlements
• Positive Mental Attitude
• Written proficiency
• Proven Ability to Multi-task
• Consummate World Traveler	
• Entrepreneurial Nature
• Ecological Remediation & Restorations
• Project & Team Management
• Graphics & Design Presentations
• Sustainable Land Use & LEED
• Multidisciplinary Practice	
• Staff Development & Motivation
• Digital Practice Media	/ Software
• Land Planning / Land Development
Employment History:
Integrated Site Design Services, LLC / Delaware, USA
Owner / Principal Landscape Architect / 2005 - Present
ISDS provides a flexible USA based business platform and venue from
which I can provide project solutions for Architects, Engineers, Land Plan-
ning Clients and other private developers. My services can be contracted
by the project, term of service or direct hire.
Omrania and Associates Architects / Riyadh, KSA	
Chief Landscape Architect / 2014-2016
Successfully developed and managed the in-office Landscape Architectur-
al Department for a mid-sized, award winning (200 staff) Architectural and
Engineering practice in Riyadh, KSA. Duties included all interdisciplinary
coordination in-house as well as client contact and staff development.
Continued on next page:
Omrania and Associates Architects ......continued
Notable projects included:
• West Riyadh Metro Complex: two large city blocks in size with a highly
articulated elevated public space.
• Modon Community Plan: A mixed-use residential model city with a
highly intricate network of public spaces including electric vehicle circulation
and invented canyon space linking the communities
KEO International Consultants Doha, Qatar
Director Doha Grand Park | Sept. 2013 to May 2014:
As Director of Doha Grand Park my responsibilities required coordinating
landscape architecture, architecture and engineering staff in the development
of tender documents package for the 200 hectare new central park for the
city of Doha, Qatar. In this role I acted as client liaison in the negotiation
with numerous governmental stake holders including City Planning, Utilities
Agencies, Department of Transportation, and the newly developing Metro
Transit Authority. Successfully represented my client KEO’s interest with the
Emir’s Special Engineering Council and acted as the “lightning rod” resolving
complex and difficult balances between client, Emir and KEO’s intrest.
Saudi Oger, Ltd., Riyadh, KSA / TSSD Engineering
Senior Landscape Architect / Group Leader | 2009 to April 2013
Expertly directed a wide array of complex, large-scale construction and
design initiatives with a 6 to 8 person permanent staff in Riyadh and adjunct
production staffs in Manila, Philippines and Mumbai, India of ten to twelve
each office. Oger was the premiere design / build contractor of its’ time in
Riyadh with an Engineering and Architecture Department of 7,000 employ-
ees embedded within a larger organization of 70,000 employees. Created
the Landscape Architecture Group adjunct to Civil Engineering and designed
stunning and sustainable sites for royal palaces, universities, hospitality,
healthcare, and mixed-use military cities. Developed, trained, and motivat-
ed internal and adjunct staff to peak levels of performance. Provided sound
reasoning, quality solutions with impressive results meeting budgetary and
time-line requirements.
• Successfully managed major planning initiatives such as the Saudi
Arabian National Guard (SANG) Military Base with an estimated population of
75,000.
• Recognized as the first American Landscape Architect hired by this
international construction company with 70,000 + staff members; served as
a trusted member of senior management.
Hyder Consulting Middle East, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Principle Landscape Architect / Project Director | 2008
A short term (7 month) position due to shrinking international financial mar-
kets forcing Hyder to close its Middle-east Landscape Architecture Groups
in Dubai and Qatar and severely cutting staff in Abu Dhabi.
Managed multiple large-scale private and public sector projects in Dubai
and Abu Dhabi. Oversaw public realm design includinfg concept and con-
struction documents preparation. Selected and directed project managers,
junior landscape architects, engineering, graphics, horticulture and other
global staff. Worked effectively with clients, staff and managment while learn-
ing and developing new technologies within the department thereby increas-
ing productiion and upgrading our group’s graphic identity.
Chamberlain Consulting, LLC, Selbyville, DE
Land Planner / Landscape Architect | 2005 to 2008
Operated a private practice focusing on land planning and planned com-
munity development for a select clientele on Delaware and Maryland East-
ern Shore. My practice was involved with land selection, due diligence,
environmental assessment, design and document preparation. Regulatory
and entitlements negotiation, zoning and community workshops together
with presentations on behalf of my clients were customary services as were
conceptual studies and the coordination of engineering and architectural
consultants.
• Increased lot yield 28% and improved amenities for Millville by the
Sea, a development with 9,800 residential units and 500,000 sq. ft. of retail
space.
Vista Design, Inc., Showell, MD
Senior Landscape Architect | 2001 to 2005
Vista Design was a relatively new landscape architecturally driven practice
in 2001 with a couple of large land planning contracts to their credit when I
joined. The following four years was a fast-paced tour involving the myriad
of aspects necessary to growing and serving a large list of diverse clients.
I was intricately involved with all aspects practice, management, and pre-
sentations as the staff grew from four to 25. As a key member I provided
concept through final design, client service, and staff management. Evalu-
ation and developed regulatory entitlements packages, zoning studies and
adherence to engineering and architectural criteria were also part and parcel
to my duties. As the offices primary designer I provided strategics vehicu-
lar and pedestrian-way, lot matrix’s, recreational facilities, storm water and
forest management requirements, wetland delineations, and local regulations,
delivered public presentations.
Hunt Engineers, Architects & Land Surveyors, PC, Corning, NY
Landscape Architect / Project Manager / Civil Group | 1998 to 2001
Generated intelligent concept land plans for public schools, athletic facilities,
green-ways, and universities. Developed proposals and presentations, pre-
pared contract documents, preformed construction administration on select
projects, and effectively managed multiple projects simultaneously.
Oehme Van Sweden, Inc., Washington DC
Mid-Level Landscape Architect | 1997 to 1998
Developed innovative design solutions, water features, and accessory struc-
tures for numerous high-end landscapes for this notable office while learn-
ing and participating within this fast-paced practice. Produced construction
document sets and detailed botanical, aquatic and hard-scape designs as
well as presenting progressive design work for the clientele for two of the
preeminent landscape architectural designers in the United States.
RTKL, Inc., Washington DC
Junior Landscape Architect | 1995 to 1997
As a member of the “Flagship office” staff this was a wonderful opportuni-
ty to participate in several notable and High-profile projects such as Philip
Johnson’s submission for the Federal Court House, Washington, DC, Palace
for King Abdul Aziz Iban Saud, KSA, and the national Capitol Visitors center.
During my time at this office I learned many processes and procedures that
have aided me throughout subsequent stages of my career growth.
Education:
Masters of Landscape Architecture / MLA 1994
Cornell University / College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
• First professional degree program, graduated top 2% of class
• Outstanding Student Teaching Award 1993
• Traveling Study Grant Award 1994
• ASLA Student Design Excellence Award 1994
Bachelors of Fine Arts / BLA 1986
Cornell University / College Architecture, Art & Planning
• Full Scholarship provided by Cornell Employees Endowment Fund
• Deans List Award (all years)
• GPA 3.97
References:
Current references Project List and work samples will be provided upon
request
• Omrania & Associates
• Hyder Consulting, LTD
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  • 1. CV William Chamberlain, Licensed Landscape Architect Tel: 302-436-3270 land 302-604-0032 mobile E-mail: bchamberlain53@gmail.com Perm Res: 18 South Main Street, Selbyville, DE 19975 USA Public Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/william-chamberlain-asla-a5285947 About me: I am an industrious and inventive Landscape Architectural problem solver with 25 years of experi- ence, impressive portfolio, and global project leadership expertise. Based on a Graduate Level Ivy League Educational background; I have a successful history of directing major planning and built ini- tiatives that significantly improved universities, royal palaces, parks and public realm, resorts, planned communities, and urban corridors both in the United States and the Middle East. Committed to providing a full array of professional services, team development and management oversight, together with all phases of document preparation for the A&E environment I am adept at working with a wide range of staff and professional stake holders, to provide turn-key landscape architectural design services from concept to construction, achieving maximum quality and value for clients and employers. Currently: I am actively seeking the next challenging opportunity. Currently in residence, DE, USA. Key Proficiencies include: • Illustration, Fine Arts & History • Botany, Horticulture • Client Management • All Phases CD Development • Contract Administration • Urban Design & Planning • Environmental Oversight • Regulatory Entitlements • Positive Mental Attitude • Written proficiency • Proven Ability to Multi-task • Consummate World Traveler • Entrepreneurial Nature • Ecological Remediation & Restorations • Project & Team Management • Graphics & Design Presentations • Sustainable Land Use & LEED • Multidisciplinary Practice • Staff Development & Motivation • Digital Practice Media / Software • Land Planning / Land Development Employment History: Integrated Site Design Services, LLC / Delaware, USA Owner / Principal Landscape Architect / 2005 - Present ISDS provides a flexible USA based business platform and venue from which I can provide project solutions for Architects, Engineers, Land Plan- ning Clients and other private developers. My services can be contracted by the project, term of service or direct hire. Omrania and Associates Architects / Riyadh, KSA Chief Landscape Architect / 2014-2016 Successfully developed and managed the in-office Landscape Architectur- al Department for a mid-sized, award winning (200 staff) Architectural and Engineering practice in Riyadh, KSA. Duties included all interdisciplinary coordination in-house as well as client contact and staff development. Continued on next page:
  • 2. Omrania and Associates Architects ......continued Notable projects included: • West Riyadh Metro Complex: two large city blocks in size with a highly articulated elevated public space. • Modon Community Plan: A mixed-use residential model city with a highly intricate network of public spaces including electric vehicle circulation and invented canyon space linking the communities KEO International Consultants Doha, Qatar Director Doha Grand Park | Sept. 2013 to May 2014: As Director of Doha Grand Park my responsibilities required coordinating landscape architecture, architecture and engineering staff in the development of tender documents package for the 200 hectare new central park for the city of Doha, Qatar. In this role I acted as client liaison in the negotiation with numerous governmental stake holders including City Planning, Utilities Agencies, Department of Transportation, and the newly developing Metro Transit Authority. Successfully represented my client KEO’s interest with the Emir’s Special Engineering Council and acted as the “lightning rod” resolving complex and difficult balances between client, Emir and KEO’s intrest. Saudi Oger, Ltd., Riyadh, KSA / TSSD Engineering Senior Landscape Architect / Group Leader | 2009 to April 2013 Expertly directed a wide array of complex, large-scale construction and design initiatives with a 6 to 8 person permanent staff in Riyadh and adjunct production staffs in Manila, Philippines and Mumbai, India of ten to twelve each office. Oger was the premiere design / build contractor of its’ time in Riyadh with an Engineering and Architecture Department of 7,000 employ- ees embedded within a larger organization of 70,000 employees. Created the Landscape Architecture Group adjunct to Civil Engineering and designed stunning and sustainable sites for royal palaces, universities, hospitality, healthcare, and mixed-use military cities. Developed, trained, and motivat- ed internal and adjunct staff to peak levels of performance. Provided sound reasoning, quality solutions with impressive results meeting budgetary and time-line requirements. • Successfully managed major planning initiatives such as the Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG) Military Base with an estimated population of 75,000. • Recognized as the first American Landscape Architect hired by this international construction company with 70,000 + staff members; served as a trusted member of senior management. Hyder Consulting Middle East, Abu Dhabi, UAE Principle Landscape Architect / Project Director | 2008 A short term (7 month) position due to shrinking international financial mar- kets forcing Hyder to close its Middle-east Landscape Architecture Groups in Dubai and Qatar and severely cutting staff in Abu Dhabi. Managed multiple large-scale private and public sector projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Oversaw public realm design includinfg concept and con- struction documents preparation. Selected and directed project managers, junior landscape architects, engineering, graphics, horticulture and other global staff. Worked effectively with clients, staff and managment while learn- ing and developing new technologies within the department thereby increas- ing productiion and upgrading our group’s graphic identity.
  • 3. Chamberlain Consulting, LLC, Selbyville, DE Land Planner / Landscape Architect | 2005 to 2008 Operated a private practice focusing on land planning and planned com- munity development for a select clientele on Delaware and Maryland East- ern Shore. My practice was involved with land selection, due diligence, environmental assessment, design and document preparation. Regulatory and entitlements negotiation, zoning and community workshops together with presentations on behalf of my clients were customary services as were conceptual studies and the coordination of engineering and architectural consultants. • Increased lot yield 28% and improved amenities for Millville by the Sea, a development with 9,800 residential units and 500,000 sq. ft. of retail space. Vista Design, Inc., Showell, MD Senior Landscape Architect | 2001 to 2005 Vista Design was a relatively new landscape architecturally driven practice in 2001 with a couple of large land planning contracts to their credit when I joined. The following four years was a fast-paced tour involving the myriad of aspects necessary to growing and serving a large list of diverse clients. I was intricately involved with all aspects practice, management, and pre- sentations as the staff grew from four to 25. As a key member I provided concept through final design, client service, and staff management. Evalu- ation and developed regulatory entitlements packages, zoning studies and adherence to engineering and architectural criteria were also part and parcel to my duties. As the offices primary designer I provided strategics vehicu- lar and pedestrian-way, lot matrix’s, recreational facilities, storm water and forest management requirements, wetland delineations, and local regulations, delivered public presentations. Hunt Engineers, Architects & Land Surveyors, PC, Corning, NY Landscape Architect / Project Manager / Civil Group | 1998 to 2001 Generated intelligent concept land plans for public schools, athletic facilities, green-ways, and universities. Developed proposals and presentations, pre- pared contract documents, preformed construction administration on select projects, and effectively managed multiple projects simultaneously. Oehme Van Sweden, Inc., Washington DC Mid-Level Landscape Architect | 1997 to 1998 Developed innovative design solutions, water features, and accessory struc- tures for numerous high-end landscapes for this notable office while learn- ing and participating within this fast-paced practice. Produced construction document sets and detailed botanical, aquatic and hard-scape designs as well as presenting progressive design work for the clientele for two of the preeminent landscape architectural designers in the United States. RTKL, Inc., Washington DC Junior Landscape Architect | 1995 to 1997 As a member of the “Flagship office” staff this was a wonderful opportuni- ty to participate in several notable and High-profile projects such as Philip Johnson’s submission for the Federal Court House, Washington, DC, Palace for King Abdul Aziz Iban Saud, KSA, and the national Capitol Visitors center. During my time at this office I learned many processes and procedures that have aided me throughout subsequent stages of my career growth.
  • 4. Education: Masters of Landscape Architecture / MLA 1994 Cornell University / College of Agriculture and Life Sciences • First professional degree program, graduated top 2% of class • Outstanding Student Teaching Award 1993 • Traveling Study Grant Award 1994 • ASLA Student Design Excellence Award 1994 Bachelors of Fine Arts / BLA 1986 Cornell University / College Architecture, Art & Planning • Full Scholarship provided by Cornell Employees Endowment Fund • Deans List Award (all years) • GPA 3.97 References: Current references Project List and work samples will be provided upon request • Omrania & Associates • Hyder Consulting, LTD