Francisco D.

Experience

• Draftsman, Designer and Construction Supervisor Freelance · Freelance Oct 2016 – Present 9 yrs 2 mos United Arab Emirates After being laid off in 2016 due to economic recession, I took a career break and returned to the Philippines to establish my own business in the Food & Beverage sector. Unfortunately, the business was closed during the Covid pandemic, prompting my return to UAE. During this period, I actively maintained and enhanced my professional skills by staying updated on the latest drafting software and completing Autodesk certified courses, including BIM Revit MEP, Revit Architecture and Civil 3D.
  
  Additionally, I have undertaken and continue to engage in short term and contractual projects as a Freelance Draftsman, Designer and Construction Supervisor, maintaining active involvement with industry practices and standards
• Infrastructure Draftsman KEO International Consultants · Full-time Dec 2004 – Mar 2016 11 yrs 3 mos United Arab Emirates I was employed at KEO for more than 11 years in their Infrastructure Division where I was responsible in producing CAD documentation. During this tenure, I gained extensive experience working on major infrastructure and civil engineering projects including irrigation, landscaping, drainage works, storm water systems, gas networks, cooling systems, sanitary water systems and sewerage systems. My project portfolio spans across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Sudan.
  
  Awards Received: 5 Years and 10 Years of Dedicated Service Awards
  
  Some Major Projects Involvement:
  • Falcon Eye Project (Abu Dhabi)
  • Mohammed Bin Zayed City (Mussafah) for Abu Dhabi Municipality
  • Irrigation, Landscaping & Drainage Projects
  • Abu Dhabi Future Schools Program
  • Western Region Sewerage Projects (Western Region, UAE)
  • AKOYA Golf Course & Residential Project (Dubai)
  • Dubai Festival City Infrastructure (Dubai)
  • Al Reggah District Master Plan, Royal Commission (KSA)
  • Almogran Business District Development Infrastructure Design (Sudan)
  • Al Rayyan Infrastructure Road Projects (Qatar)
• CAD Technician (Mechanical) Hyder Consulting · Full-time Oct 2001 – Nov 2002 1 yrs 1 mos United Arab Emirates As a Draftsman in the Infrastructure Design Department, I was responsible for producing precise and detailed technical drawings across various disciplines, including mechanical equipment layouts, piping systems and supports, structural designs, and concrete foundations. My role also involved managing all CAD-related activities to ensure accuracy, compliance with project specifications, and seamless coordination for mechanical, piping, and civil/structural works. I collaborated closely with engineers and project teams to deliver high-quality documentation that supported efficient project execution and adherence to deadlines.
  
  Projects Involvement:
  • Relocation of Main Pumping at New Airport Road and Al Ain Road
  • Khalifa City “B” Storm Water and Drainage Ssystem Pproject for Abu Dhabi Municipality
  • Mussafah Sewer Rehabilitation/House Connection
  • Water Transmission project at Alba Coke Cal. & Desalination Plant (Bahrain)
  • Storm Water Plan (Kuwait)
  • Irrigation Reinforcement Pipeline, Abu Dhabi Mainland and Island
• Architectural Draftsman (Interior Decoration) La Luna Decor · Full-time Nov 2000 – Aug 2001 9 mos United Arab Emirates Key responsibilities included preparing perspective drawings, selecting materials for the project, detailing shop drawings for client approval, and supervising project activities on-site.
• Draftsman Falcon General Services · Full-time Feb 1999 – Oct 2000 1 yrs 8 mos United Arab Emirates Responsible for preparing working drawings for site and municipality approvals, supervising interior and exterior works on-site, producing detailed drawings based on site requirements, and creating furniture designs for workshop production.
• Project Supervisor & Draftsman Project Makers Development · Full-time Jan 1996 – Dec 1997 1 yrs 11 mos Philippines Responsible for preparing working drawings for site and municipality approvals, supervising interior and exterior works on-site, producing detailed drawings based on site requirements, and creating furniture designs for workshop production.