Connecting the dots

Bringing together key stakeholders through operations management and coordination

Client representation as a Project Manager

Client Representation

In my role as a consultant, I represent clients and act as the central point of contact, connecting project teams and end-users to align goals and expectations.My role entails constant coordination to maintain open channels between clients, internal teams, partners and end-users. I provide status updates, address concerns, and mediate any misalignments, so all groups are in sync. This ensures seamless collaboration, transparent communication, and unified focus throughout the project lifecycle.I have acted as client representative at key points of a project’s development:

The Approach

I created one master file that links to several sections; this allowed me to easily direct the flow of the meeting in the desired direction.

Below is a demo video showing a "virtual tour" tool that I developed to assist stakeholders in selecting the right location for their brands

Project Vision & Positioning

Organizing International Design Competitions
Crafting clear Requests for Proposals to elicit responses that meet project requirements

Design Management & Coordination

Evaluating submissions to select the right partners
Connecting with vendors and other consultants (e.g., Parking consultants, Landscape designers, etc.) and facilitating cross-collaboration

Anchor Tenants & Target Brands

Approaching brands and operators for partnerships through B2B Marketing and strategies (refer to Management & Support page)
Engaging in discussions and negotiations with end-users and brands

Client representation as a Project Manager

Organizing International Design Competitions

Organizing international architecture competitions requires strategic coordination and operational management across multiple stages:

Developing the competition brief - Working with clients to determine project goals, site parameters, submission requirements, judging criteria etc.
Promoting the competition – contacting target architects through relevant channels and associations.
Managing registrations/submissions - Coordinating online submissions, organizing Q&A rounds.
Recruiting a jury panel
Facilitating a judging process - Compiling entries, coordinating online/in-person jury sessions, consolidating scoring/feedback.

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Client representation as a Designer

Reviewing submissions and quantifying suggested changes

My background in Architecture allows me to determine the criteria of assessing designs, but more importantly to propose alternate solutions that align with a specific retail strategy. This involved drafting reports with detailed design reviews, defining metrics for assessment, and outlining viable and clear solutions. Below is a sample extract:

Client Representation as a Consultant

Discussions with key stakeholders

As a leasing consultant, I represent my client's interests during discussions with potential retailers. This involves organizing meetings, collecting feedback, and making necessary design changes to meet retailers' needs. I make sure to document all conversations in detailed weekly progress reports for my client:Below is a sample extract: