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Continental Europe, Middle East & Africa
Philip
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Role: Senior Project Manager
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Career History:
I’ve been working for Bovis Lend Lease for 8 years. I have been working outside of the UK since 1977, mostly in the Middle East but also in Gibraltar, US and the Caribbean.
I started as a graduate trainee with John Laing back in 1968 and have been working in the industry ever since, mostly with major UK contractors / project managers.
What does your job involve?
I am currently working in the Dubai regional office andI have varied responsibilities including:
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 | Management of the Master Plan phase of a mixed-use / theme park development |
| Recruitment |
| High level supervision on other Bovis Lend Lease projects to resolve client issues |
Can you give an example of a project you have worked on recently?
The mixed-use / theme park development is for a Saudi / Kuwait client. It includes an indoor theme park, four hotels, a retail zone and 500 residences. It has an estimated build value of $1 million. We have moved through the Master Planning stage and we are now entering the concept, schematic and detailed design stages.
What are the best things about working for Bovis Lend Lease?
Challenging projects, global resources, interesting multi-national staff.
How would you describe Bovis Lend Lease’s culture?
Competent, non-confrontational with a heavy emphasis on safe working.
What would you tell someone who is thinking of joining Bovis Lend Lease?
I have no experience of Bovis Lend Lease outside of the Middle East. In this region I would say they are a very good employer.
What do you enjoy doing when you are not at work?
Relaxing, travel and cooking.
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