Nabeel Kenderyan
Nabeel has 42 years’ experience in Engineering & Management in Iraq & United Arab Emirates. He is an effective coordinator & facilitator of team performance and has extensive experience in a multidisciplinary context, managing more than one team at the same time. His experience covers managing, coordination, consultancy & contracting with both on site and office involvement. His expertise also includes construction management and attending to technical issues.
He joined in 1989 and was one of the first few employees of Dewan at that time. And as the company continued to flourish so did Nabeel’s role within the firm. He was promoted to Projects Manager and then Director – Post Contracts Department. He recalls managing 32 projects in the 1990s which was quite a feat and a challenge for him.
At present, Nabeel is managing the post contracts department of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain City and Qatar projects. With his strong determination and resilience put forth by extensive experience and knowledge in his field, he is indeed one of the key assets of the company who has continuously shared his legacy with the firm.
Basil Ghazala
Basil is the Head of Structural at Dewan Architects and Engineers in Abu Dhabi. He joined Dewan in 2007, and has 50 years of experience. Along the path of his work, he had the opportunity to participate in many large and sophisticated projects, different in function and in construction materials. Basil is diversified in civil engineering works mainly structural design, site supervising, project management and general management.
Among the highlights of his years of service in Iraq, while working on different projects and handling ever-increasing level of responsibility starting as a Junior Structural Engineer to General Director of the National Center for Engineering Consultancy in Iraq, Basil Ghazala was presented twice with the “Medal for Merit” by the Presidential Office of Iraq, 1993 & 2000.
With 9 years tenure in Dewan, it is without doubt, that he has contributed immensely in the development and growth of the structural team. Delivering quality designs in accordance with Dewan standards and further contributing to the firm’s continued success and leverage in the market.
In March 2016, we bid farewell to Basil as he decides to retire in Canada. Dewan wish him all the best and acknowledges his commitment and loyalty to the firm.
Camaraderie Shared in Dewan
The friendship and brotherhood shared by Nabeel and Basil is known to majority of Dewanees. They both embody the true epitome of Dewan spirit. And that is “FAMILY”.
Considering Dewan as a second home to them, both are grateful for all the support, understanding and assistance the firm has given them and values working with all their great colleagues. It is truly fortunate to have them as one of the core foundations of the company. They are among the great leaders the next generation should emulate and get inspiration from. Sharing not just their professional expertise but also their personal wisdom.
Basil Ghazala - Farewell Lunch
Basil was presented with the Dewan Hall of Fame for his outstanding commitment and 9 years’ service to the company.
Michael Pia - Farewell Lunch
Michael was presented with a memento as he bids farewell to Dewan Manila after 8 years’ service.
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