Zainab

Interior Designer and Architectural Engineer with 4+ years experience in residential, commercial, and government projects across Pakistan. Skilled in space planning, material selection, and coordinating design execution with engineers, contractors, and vendors. Proven ability to lead design teams, resolve on-site challenges, and deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Experienced in preparing layouts, mood boards, and presentations while ensuring functionality, aesthetics, and cost efficiency. Strong background in project coordination and construction management, bridging design concepts with practical execution and client requirements.

Interior Designer/Architect at Grand City Developing Pakistan (2024-11 – Present)

• Leading the design department with a team of 4 members, delegating responsibilities, guiding design development, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design outputs.
• Develop architectural and interior design concepts for residential and commercial projects, including space planning, layouts, and finish selections.
• Prepare 2D architectural and interior layouts, mood boards, and design presentations to communicate design concepts to clients and management.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and site teams to ensure accurate implementation of architectural and interior design concepts.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor construction and interior works, ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Review architectural drawings and technical details to integrate interior design solutions within the overall project design and support material selection and procurement for interior finishes.
• Managed a team of 3+ architects and interior designers, providing guidance, delegating tasks, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design outputs.
• Liaised with vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure design quality, compliance with project requirements, and adherence to budget and timelines.
• Facilitated project meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder coordination to support successful project delivery and resolve design or construction challenges.
• Supported design development by reviewing drawings, identifying potential issues, and recommending practical solutions for construction and implementation challenges.
• Oversaw documentation, approvals, and reporting processes to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitored site activities to ensure designs were implemented accurately, maintaining quality standards and adherence to timelines.
• Proactively identified risks and site challenges, coordinating with stakeholders to implement timely solutions and maintain project momentum.

Project Management Associate at Ansaar Management Company (2023-11 – 2024-11)

• Managed project coordination and progress tracking for 10+ residential construction and infrastructure projects across Lahore, Multan, Kasur, Faisalabad, and Peshawar.
• Prepared project progress reports, financial tracking sheets, and KPI dashboards to monitor performance, timelines, and project milestones.
• Supported architectural and interior design projects by reviewing drawings, identifying design issues, and coordinating implementation with site teams.
• Coordinated with contractors, consultants, and site engineers to ensure timely completion of works and adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintained project documentation, schedules, and budget summaries to ensure transparency in reporting and effective project control.
• Monitored site progress and construction activities, ensuring alignment with approved drawings and project timelines.
• Contributed to design and construction problem-solving by communicating site issues to the design team and supporting practical solutions.

Project Coordinator at Aenzay Interiors and Architects (2023-09 – 2023-11)

• Managed a team of 3+ architects and interior designers, providing guidance, delegating tasks, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design outputs.
• Liaised with vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure design quality, compliance with project requirements, and adherence to budget and timelines.
• Facilitated project meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder coordination to support successful project delivery and resolve design or construction challenges.
• Supported design development by reviewing drawings, identifying potential issues, and recommending practical solutions for construction and implementation challenges.
• Oversaw documentation, approvals, and reporting processes to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitored site activities to ensure designs were implemented accurately, maintaining quality standards and adherence to timelines.
• Proactively identified risks and site challenges, coordinating with stakeholders to implement timely solutions and maintain project momentum.
• Collaborated on 7+ large-scale projects including Dargai Gill Forest Park and Ganga Ram Mother Child Blockand and the NEPCARD Research Center in Rawalpindi leading the planning and execution of architectural elements to meet project specifications.
• Facilitated project meetings and engaged with stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of all phases, strengthening relationships and improving project outcomes—directly comparable to working with international clients.
• Liaised with industry vendors and ensured compliance with quality standards, providing insights to improve project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Developed architectural plans for government sector projects, including Swabi University Apartments and Hostels, while ensuring alignment with client needs and project scope.
• Conducted research to enhance project management practices, enabling data-driven decision making and effective project execution in Pakistan.

Junior Engineer at Allied Engineering Consultants (2022-06 – 2023-09)

• Supported the planning and execution of various projects, contributing to project timelines and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints, which enhanced my understanding of project management dynamics on a global scale.
• Assisted in coordinating cross-functional teams, facilitating communication among team members to ensure project milestones were achieved efficiently and within established deadlines.

Engineer Intern at National Engineering Services Pakistan (NesPAK) (2021-08 – 2021-10)

• Supported the planning and execution of various projects, contributing to project timelines and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints, which enhanced my understanding of project management dynamics on a global scale.
• Assisted in coordinating cross-functional teams, facilitating communication among team members to ensure project milestones were achieved efficiently and within established deadlines.

Interior Design Course in Interior Design – Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) (2025-01 – 2025-03)

MSc. in Construction Management – University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore (2022-09 – 2024-06)

BSc. in Architectural Engineering – University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore (2018-09 – 2022-06)