Mr. Asfour is a project manager & senior architectural designer and detailer, with more than 39 years of experience in the design and construction of diverse commercial, educational, transportation, justice, healthcare & other facilities. He has excellent analytical, organizational, management & problem-solving skills. He has successfully lead multi-discipline A/E teams throughout all design & construction phases of numerous projects. He is also a client manager with NJ State agencies, who developed excellent & productive client relationships throughout his career with STV. He is highly skilled at all project aspects & phases from inception to closeout, including technical & fee proposals, feasibility, investigation & condition assessment, planning, programming, architectural design, code analysis & implementation, detailing, contract documents, discipline coordination, specifications, permitting, bidding, and construction administration services. Mr. Asfour’s experience includes new, rehabilitation, CIP, upgrades & improvements, repurposing & adaptation, expansion, accessibility compliance, architectural design that is sensitive to historic facilities and compliant with Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) guidelines. In addition, he is adept at coordinating and integrating all building systems and engineering disciplines into the project, including structural, M/E/P/FP & Communication/ LV. Mr. Asfour experience also covers all other facets of the project, including civil, site, traffic, environmental, hazardous material, utilities, existing conditions, geotechnical, landscaping, cost estimating, scheduling, proposals, presentation, fee & amendment preparation and negotiation
Update as of December 2023 - Additional Current Project Experience
NJDPMC T0682
New MVC Newark Facility, Motor Vehicle Commission, Essex County, Newark, NJ – 2023
NJDPMC A1351
NJ Public Health Environmental & Agriculture Laboratory, Ewing NJ, Electric & UPS System Upgrade – 2021
NJDPMC C1046
Feeder Line Replacement & Storm Water Upgrades, NJ State Prison, Trenton - 2021
NJDPMC A1356
HVAC Renovations, Phillip Alampi Beneficial Insect Rearing Laboratory, Trenton, Mercer County, NJ – 2022
NJDPMC S0652
Building 15 Electric Upgrade, New Jersey State Police Headquarters West Trenton, Mercer County, NJ - 2023
EDUCATION
NJSDA Technology High School structural Repairs - Project Manager & Architect
Managed the comprehensive condition assessment and predesign services to identify and remedy water infiltration in the boiler room complex of Technology High School in Newark, NJ, for the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA). Mr. Asfour led the existing conditions assessment and civil survey of the below-grade concrete facility, identified infiltration damage and sources, and developed preliminary designs for structural repairs and waterproofing of the affected areas, including design options, recommendations, and cost estimates. He recommended repair and/or replacement of boiler room vault's roof slab; removal and replacement of plaza deck waterproofing and plaza deck; repair of boiler room vault areaway; and foundation wall waterproofing, along with associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work. (6/19 - 2/21)
NJSDA Cleveland Elementary School Structural Repairs - Project Manager & Architect
Provided comprehensive condition assessment and predesign services to identify and remedy water infiltration in the boiler room Cleveland Elementary School in Newark, NJ, for the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA). Mr. Asfour oversaw the existing conditions assessment and civil survey of the below-grade concrete facility, identified infiltration damage from the sidewalk vault above it, and developed preliminary designs for structural repairs and waterproofing of the affected areas, including design options, recommendations, and cost estimates. He recommended that would require relocating the gas service line into main boiler room to facilitate reconstruction of the boiler room vault and the sidewalk/plaza above; removal and replacement of plaza deck waterproofing , plaza deck, and stone plaza retaining wall; repair or replacement of main boiler room roof slab; and foundation wall waterproofing, along with associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work. (5/19 - 1/21)
NYCSCA Curtis High School Addition and Renovation - Construction Administration Manager
Provided construction administration services for a 3-story, 33,000-sf addition and 21,000 sf of renovations to Curtis High School, a historic landmark in Staten Island, NY. The $69 million New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) project was needed to accommodate the needs of a growing student population. Mr. Asfour conducted site visits to verify that construction work was performed according to design plans, reviewed submittals and as-built drawings, responded to contractor RFIs, and addressed any necessary design changes. (12/17 - 9/18)
DASNY/CUNY LaGuardia Community College Parking Garage Replacement - Project Architect
Provided architectural services for the replacement of an existing parking facility with a new 200-car parking lot at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, NY, for the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) and City University of New York (CUNY). Mr. Asfour provided programming, code review and analysis, design development, cost analysis, and environmental work. He also investigated alternative schematics and coordinated with various involved parties. (10/06 - 6/08)
NJSDA New Mount Vernon Elementary School, Irvington, NJ – Project Architect & Construction Administration
Provided design & construction support for a new $21.7 million elementary school on Mount Vernon Avenue in Irvington, NJ, for the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA). The 93,820-sf school was designed to serve 600 students, with program spaces for community-oriented public functions. Mr. Asfour developed designs, reviewed codes, and prepared contract documents and specifications. He also responded to RFIs and prepared shop and as-built design drawings. (2003 - 10/07)
DASNY Lenape Residence Hall at SUNY New Paltz - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Furnished construction administration services for a 238-bed, 83,000-sf dormitory at the State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz. Mr. Asfour was responsible for coordination of architectural and engineering team efforts, including the approval of submittals, invoices, filed modifications, agency requested revisions, RFIs, site meetings, construction progress reports, and variances, as well as obtaining regulatory approvals and temporary certificates of occupancy. The focal point for each corridor is a community social room, while the first floor contains a dramatic 2-story lounge to take advantage of the views and special qualities of the site. (2004 - 2006)
NJSDA School Design and Construction PMO - Architectural Code Compliance Reviewer
Reviewed all phases of architectural design and provided comments, recommendations, and code compliance assessment for additions, renovations, and the construction of 30 new Abbott-designated schools in Orange and East Orange, NJ. Mr. Asfour contributed to site feasibility studies and relevant architectural predesign and programming work to develop a conceptual design. He also oversaw the design process for the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA) school projects; reviewed deliverables for each of the programs’ schematic design, design development, and construction documents phases; and reviewed program schedules. In addition, Mr. Asfour evaluated construction cost estimates and performed value engineering analyses. (1/04 - 2006)
NJSDA West Side High School - Project Architect
Reviewed architectural design and provided guidance, comments, detailing, and design amplification for the $65 million renovation and design of a 162,000-sf addition to a high school in Newark, NJ. The New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA) project scope involved an architectural and engineering assessment of the existing structure, program requirements for the new configuration, a master plan with four alternative layouts, and complete design for the selected alternative. Mr. Asfour reviewed deliverables for each of the schematic design, design development, and construction documents phases, and reviewed program schedules and space compliance with program requirements. He also coordinated with the architectural, structural, fire protection, telecommunications, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines. In addition, Mr. Asfour provided code review and overall QA/QC for the project. He managed the schedules of all building components, including the installation of doors, finishes, and windows, and reviewed and approved hardware listing and specifications. (11/03 - 8/06)
INSTITUTIONAL
NJDPMC NJDOT Headquarters Building 18 Renovation - Project Manager & Architect / Construction Administration
Responsible for multidisciplinary services for the renovation and repurposing of the historic Building 18 at the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) headquarters campus in Ewing, NJ. The $10 million New Jersey Department of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC) project includes the restoration of this 12,000-sf, former lab testing facility, which was constructed in the 1930s and determined eligible for listing on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. Mr. Asfour coordinated the architectural and engineering design work with the team’s historic preservation/conservation and environmental specialists. He is currently overseeing construction phase services. (10/16 - Present)
NJDPMC NJN Building Roof and HVAC Equipment Replacement - Construction Administration
Provided construction administration support services for the replacement of 33,000 sf of roofing at the New Jersey Network (NJN) Building in Trenton, NJ for the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC). Mr. Asfour was responsible for quality control, conflict resolution, budget and schedule management, and closeout services. (9/15 - 6/16)
JUSTICE
NJDPMC New Jersey State Prison West Compound Renovation - Project Manager & Architect / Construction Administration
Provided construction administration during construction and closeout phases of the West Compound of the New Jersey State Prison in Trenton, NJ, for the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC). The $4 million capital improvement project upgraded the prison to modern plumbing, electrical, and life safety standards. The program encompassed 22,000-sf and 272 existing cells in this 4-tier maximum security institution. The firm provided full design development, permitting, construction documents, and project closeout services for the upgrades, which included electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm and fire protection systems, as well as asbestos and lead-based paint abatement. (10/14 - 11/16)
RESIDENTIAL
NYCHA Roof Replacement at Bronx River Houses, Eastchester Gardens, and Grant Houses – Architectural Detailer & Construction Project Manager
Oversaw design for the replacement of roof slabs, bulkheads, water towers, and railings at three New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) developments: Bronx River Houses and Eastchester Gardens in the Bronx, NY, and General Ulysses S. Grant Houses in Manhattan. This $27 million improvement initiative encompassed roof replacement throughout 30 buildings. Mr. Asfour managed the initial site surveys to determine rehabilitation needs, including calculations for the structural loads on the railing and ladder-to-wall anchors. He also oversaw designs for recommended repairs, including restoration of areas with spalled concrete, replacement of cracked bricks and deteriorated pointing, and replacement of roof railings and wall-mounted ladders. (9/18 - 9/20)
Resilience
NYCT 17 Fan Plants and Adjacent Tunnel Flood Mitigation - Code Analysis & Construction Administration
Provided code overview and analysis as part of the long-term program to increase resilience of 17 fan plants serving New York City Transit (NYCT) subway tunnels that sustained significant flood damage due to the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy. The work included fan plants in Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Roosevelt Island, NY. Mr. Asfour provided analysis of the code requirements to determine which code provisions were applicable to each type of design and construction, such as inclusion of emergency exits and vents, and concrete reinforcement and repair. He also contributed to the conditions assessments reports, provided QC reviews of design documents, and obtained code approvals from NYCT. In addition, Mr. Asfour led the construction administration phase of the project. (8/13 - 9/17)
NJDPMC CRRNJ Terminal Restoration - Project Manager & Architect / Construction Administration
Managed the $13 million restoration of the ground floor interior finishes and the replacement of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems at the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey (CRRNJ) Terminal Building at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ, after they were severely damaged during flooding caused by Hurricane Sandy. Because of the historic nature of the building, Mr. Asfour worked in close coordination with the New Jersey Historic Preservation Office. The New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC) project included elevating all existing building systems above future projected flood levels and the construction of a utilities annex. (6/14 - 9/21) (50% of time; NJDPMC: Karen Smith, Deputy Director; (609) 633-7998)
TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
NJDPMC Wayne MVC New Agency Services Building and Road Test Field House - Project Manager, Architect & Construction Administration
Managed the design of a new $17 million Agency Services Building, Inspection Lane Service Core Building, and Road Test Field House at the Wayne Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) Facility in Wayne, NJ, for the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC). In addition to managing the cost and schedule for the project, Mr. Asfour was responsible for program development; evaluation of vehicle circulation routes, site access, and parking requirements; schematic design through construction document production; and permitting. Mr. Asfour also performed code work and procured all regulatory approvals. He is currently managing construction phase services. (4/14 - Present) (50% of time; NJDPMC: Karen Smith, Deputy Director; 609-633-7998)
PANYNJ WTC Vehicular Security Center and Tour Bus Parking Facility - Architect Detailer, Code Compliance, Specifications, Hardware & Construction Support – $155 Million
Responsible for the design of all architectural hardware for the World Trade Center (WTC) Vehicle Security Center (VSC) in Lower Manhattan for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ). The high-security site design involves electronic security systems, state-of-the-art equipment for the screening of vehicles, and other high-tech subsystems. Antiterrorism design includes both fixed and active vehicle restraint barriers. The security system interfaces with the traffic management system, variable messaging system, and telecommunications systems. Mr. Asfour also provided QC reviews of the architectural drawings at each design submission. (9/10 - 12/15) (50% of time; PANYNJ, Kenneth Garcia, Senior Engineer; 212-435-5282)
NYCT Mother Clara Hale Bus Depot Design-Build - Project Architect & Construction Administration $275 Million
Conducted code review and analysis, modeling, preliminary design, programming and space design, and contract documents for a new 390,000-sf bus depot terminal in New York City. Originally a trolley barn that was built in the late 1800s, the existing facility has been modified and rehabilitated twice to serve as a bus depot. New York City Transit (NYCT) replaced the depot with a new, 3-story, environmentally friendly building that will accommodate 150 buses. The facility has achieved LEED® Gold certification. (10/10 - 1/15)
PANYNJ WTC Chiller Plant - Project Architect & Construction Administration - $57 Million
Provided space programming, code analysis, and architectural design, from schematics through contract documents, for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ)’s new World Trade Center (WTC) central chiller plant. The $90 million, 80,000-sf plant is designed to filter, chill, and distribute water to air-handling units to cool various buildings on the 16-acre WTC site. Mr. Asfour coordinated the architectural design with the multidisciplinary engineering team as well as designers of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, which is above the plant. He also provided construction phase support for the project. (11/06 - 2013)
NJ TRANSIT Zero-Emission-Bus (ZEB) Garages - Feasibility Study & Condition Assessment – Project Architect
Evaluation of 16 existing NJ Transit garage facilities to identify opportunities & challenges related to ZEB implementation and develop design recommendation for required facility rehabilitation and modifications. (2022 – 2023)
PANYNJ / PABT Entrances & Means of Egress Improvements – Planning, Programming & Schematics – Project Architect
Provided site survey, condition assessment, code analysis, programming & preliminary architectural design for existing access and entrances for the PABT facilities, accessibility improvements, wayfinding systems and means of egress compliance; as well as associated building systems throughout the PABT. (2017)
Atlantic County NJ – Roofing & Building Condition Assessment of 27 Facilities – Project Architect
Provided facility survey, condition assessment, code analysis, rehabilitation options & design recommendations, order-of-magnitude construction cost estimates, outline specs, etc. for all existing facilities owned or operated by Atlantic County, New Jersey. Completed & compiled the final reports for all 27 sites throughout the county, covering over 50 buildings, including courthouses, libraries, administration & government buildings, shops, warehouses, training, healthcare & rehab facilities, jails & others (2015 - 2016)
RESUME SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SHEET
Editorial Notes/Comments:
Per David Ziskind, on 5/16/13, “Associate AIA” should be used as a suffix for Emad Asfour. Emad is a member of AIA International – the international arm of AIA. As such, according to David, he’s extended the benefits of AIA and is a recognized architect in the international marketplace; however, he is not technically considered a full architect in the U.S.
Registered Architectural Engineer (#6-4754) in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Yemen
AIA, International Associate, August 2010
Work History:
1. STV, Project Manager (1/97 - Present; 7/94 - 5/96)
2. AME Matex, Architectural Manager (5/91 - 5/94)
3. Ret-Ser Engineering Agency (Taiwan), Architect & Planner (12/88 - 5/91)
4. Fougerolle of Société Auxiliaires des Entreprises (SAE) (Franche), Site Architect (8/86 - 12/88)
5. SGE Société Générale d'Entreprises (France), Site Architect (12/83 - 8/86)
6. SCA Supreme Council of Antiquity (Egypt), Resident Architect (1/83 - 12/83)
AIRPORTS
MAA Baltimore-Washington International Airport – Architectural & Structural Detailer
Provided complete CAD preparation, setup, and production of all structural drawings and contract documents for this project located in Baltimore for the Maryland Department of Transportation Aviation Administration (MAA). (1994 - 1995; 12 months)
COMMERCIAL
Arab International Bank Fougerolle World Trade Center - Quality Control/Assistant Site Manager
Provided detailed steel workshop and site (rebar) shop drawings, coordination, reports, surveying activities, quantity surveys, and site supervision for the $275 million project in Cairo, Egypt. (1984 - 1988; 40 months)
SCREG/ALBRIC Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel - Quality Control/Site Manager
Provided quality control and site management for this $140 million hotel project in Cairo, Egypt. Mr. Asfour managed the application of high-quality finishes, and the development of shop and as-built drawings. He also provided general site supervision. (1986 - 1987; 6 months)
EDUCATION
NJCU George Karnoutsos Arts & Science Hall - Project Architect
Produced the architectural design and developed the final construction documents, including design amplification, detailing, and schedules, for a new, 81,000-sf arts and science tower in Jersey City, NJ, for New Jersey City University (NJCU). The $18 million tower houses offices for the Dean of Arts and Science, classrooms, computer labs, a dance studio, and the university's IT operations. Mr. Asfour provided code overview of the project, as well as coordination among all disciplines during the final phases of design. He also provided QC/QC review, hardware listing and specifications, and scheduling for doors, windows, and finishes. Mr. Asfour also worked on the project during the permit and bidding phase. In addition, he provided construction administration support, including sketches, submittal and shop drawing review, responses to RFIs, additional detailing, and coordination through project closeout. The project won an Educational Design Excellence award from the American School & University Architectural Portfolio’s Outstanding Buildings. (9/03 - 8/05)
NJSDA P.S. 14 Renovation and Expansion, Jersey City, NJ - Project Architect
Created schematics and designs for the $18.5 million renovation and expansion of the P.S. 14 elementary school in Jersey City, NJ, for the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (NJSDA). The project will provide the school’s future student body — an estimated 560 children in kindergarten through 5th grade — with an updated facility compliant with the New Jersey Department of Education’s facility standards. Additional benefits will include relocating instructional spaces out of the school’s basement and creating new core support space that will serve the local community. (11/03 - 5/05) [Per Mr. Asfour’s 2016 update the official status of this project is “on hold, pending construction”.]
HEALTH & SCIENCE
NJDPMC Greystone Psychiatric Hospital Building Improvements - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Managed the complete architectural services for the interior and exterior rehabilitation of 10 separate facilities within the Greystone Psychiatric Hospital campus in Greystone Park, NJ. The $2.9 million project, for the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC), consisted of roof replacements, structural repairs to concrete, rehabilitation of HVAC and boiler systems, fire and life safety upgrades, and environmental remediation. (1/01 - 7/01; 6 months, 50% of time)
Republic of Egypt Pyramids Hospital - Site Manager
Managed planning, supervision, and control for this hospital in Cairo, Egypt. Mr. Asfour managed the application of high-quality finishes to the interior, landscaping, site coordination, construction, and as-built drawings, project turnover, and computer assignments. He also provided quality control for the project. (1988 - 1990)
INSTITUTIONAL
NJDPMC New Jersey State House Annex Envelope Rehabilitation & Roof System Replacement - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Managed the architectural design for the $10 million roof renovation of this historic structure in Trenton, NJ, for the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction (NJDPMC). Constructed between 1928 and 1931, the 4-story, 150,000-sf building features a classic monumental limestone colonnade, and is a national and state historic landmark. To complete the fast-track effort in time for the inauguration of the new governor, the construction effort included working 21-hour days and weekend shifts. To protect rooms on the floor directly below the roof level during construction, Mr. Asfour oversaw the installation of an innovative temporary watertight enclosure over the entire building. The enclosure allowed work to proceed through the fall and winter months without any water damage to the historic rooms. The project was nominated for the General Building Contractors Association’s Building Excellence Award Program. In addition, the project received an Honorable Mention for the CMAA Project of the Year Award, and received the New Jersey Business and Industry Association’s New Good Neighbor-Special Award. (1/01 - 1/02; 12 months, 50% of time)
JUSTICE
Erie County DPW Erie County Courthouse - Project Architect
Provided architectural design for the $35 million renovation of 240,000 sf of space within several justice buildings for the Erie County and New York State Court in Buffalo, NY. Mr. Asfour provided programming, building code overview, analysis and design requirements, and schematic design services for the complete renovation of an 8-story building, resulting in the addition of 20 new criminal courtrooms, administrative offices, judges’ chambers, and other support spaces. He designed related facilities and public amenities. Mr. Asfour also assisted in the planning and programming for a new 130,000-sf courthouse. He coordinated among the disciplines, the contractors, the clients, and the current users, who were relocated from their original offices into smaller interim spaces. He also worked on designing three time- and money-saving alternatives to alleviate overcrowding. (2000 - 2001) 16 months; 100% time)
NYCDDC Spofford Juvenile Justice Center Condition Assessment, Reuse Recommendations, and Design - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Managed architectural services for the condition assessment and development of renovation plans on a fast-track basis for this juvenile justice center in the Bronx, NY. The facility serves as a systemwide intake and processing facility for juvenile boys. Mr. Asfour was instrumental in furthering the project’s objective to provide the maximum number of beds with a limited amount of renovation. He coordinated a time-saving way of assessing data, and developed a spreadsheet for listing all data assessments by room and then integrated it with the project drawings. Mr. Asfour’s efforts reduced the construction manager’s workload considerably. This project was completed under a requirements contract for the New York City Department of Design and Construction (NYCDDC). (1998 - 2000; 18 months; 50% time)
Transit & RAIL
NJ TRANSIT MMC Locomotive Shop Expansion - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Provided programming, building code overview, analysis and design requirements, architectural design, contract documents and construction administration services for the 20,000-sf expansion of the locomotive shop at the Meadows Maintenance Complex (MMC) in Kearny, NJ. The expansion included the addition of a service platform and bridge crane, and the construction of a new electrical substation to service the new fleet. The project was completed and opened in April 2010. (1/07 - 4/10; 39 months, 50% of time; NJ TRANSIT, Edward McMahon, Project Manager; (973) 491-7308)
NJ TRANSIT Service & Inspection (S&I) Shop Expansion - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Provided programming, building code analysis and design requirements, architectural design, contract documents and construction administration services for the 50,000-sf expansion of the service & inspection shop at the Meadows Maintenance Complex (MMC) in Kearny, NJ. The expansion included the addition of a service platform and bridge crane, and the construction of a new electrical substation and utility upgrade. The project was completed and opened in July 2004. 24 months, 50% of time; NJ TRANSIT, Edward McMahon, Project Manager; (973) 491-7308
NJ TRANSIT MMC Track 8 Extension - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Provided space programming, schematic design, design development, and code analysis, final design & contract documents for the extension of Track 8 in the locomotive shop of the Meadows Maintenance Complex (MMC) in Kearny, NJ. The track extension connects Track 8 to the yard ladder tracks to provide run-through capability and support maintenance and repair operations. The project scope involved selective demolition, track foundation and floor slab, a new entry for the track into the shop, high-level platform, relocated mezzanine access stair, industrial drainage, and utility services such as compressed air, convenience electrical, auxiliary electrical, and HVAC improvements, all of which were conducted with minimal impact to operations. Mr. Asfour also prepared contract documents and specifications to submit for approval by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), and he managed construction phase services. (10/05 - 12/07)
NJ TRANSIT Newark Penn Station Communications Systems Upgrade - Project Architect
Furnished architectural designs and served as the historic preservation specialist for improvements to the passenger communications systems at Newark Penn Station, a historic landmark in Newark, NJ. The project included the removal of obsolete and poorly functioning public address systems and train announcement signage, and called for replacement with a network-based, state-of-the-art system. Mr. Asfour also coordinated approval of the renovation with the New Jersey Historic Preservation Office (NJHPO), required because the terminal is a historic landmark. (7/05 - 7/07)
NJ TRANSIT Morristown Station Roof Rehabilitation - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Oversaw preliminary through final design for the rehabilitation of this historic rail station in Morristown, NJ. Mr. Asfour assessed the condition of the station to identify repairs necessary to the exterior envelope. He provided code overview and analysis, and supervised preparation of contract documents for replacement of the tile roof and platform canopy roofs; repairs to the roof membrane and brackets; ceiling replacement in the main station; window repairs; replacement of leaders, gutters, and soffits; improvements to a pedestrian tunnel; and repairs to structural support members. Mr. Asfour managed construction phase services as well. The rehabilitation design required approval by the NJHPO and a permit from the Department of Community Affairs (DCA). (1/04 - 5/06; 28 months, 50% of time)
NJ TRANSIT Ridgewood Station Improvements - Project Architect
Provided space programming, schematic design, design development, and code overview and analysis for improvements and accessibility upgrades to the Ridgewood Train Station in Ridgewood, NJ. The station has been designated as a Key Station under NJ TRANSIT’s Key Station Master Plan, and therefore must be accessible to riders with disabilities. Mr. Asfour designed improvements to the station that provide increased accessibility and barrier-free access to eastbound and westbound trains. His responsibilities included developing design alternatives and options and presenting them to the municipal board and other reviewing agencies. (12/04 - 12/05)
MTA/NYCT No. 7 Subway Line Extension - Project Architect
Provided NFPA and transit code overview, analysis, and design requirements, and created conceptual and schematic designs for support facilities and stations as part of an extension of New York City Transit (NYCT)’s No. 7 subway line west and south beyond its current terminus at 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue in New York City for MTA Capital Construction (MTACC). The extension incorporates two regular stations and one terminal. The conceptual station designs were prepared to support an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Following completion of the EIS phase, Mr. Asfour prepared schematic design as part of the preliminary engineering for the project. (12/02 - 10/03)
NJ TRANSIT MMC Expansion - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Led the architectural team, developed contract documents and specifications, as well as the building code overview, analysis and design, and regulatory requirements for the $87 million expansion of NJ TRANSIT’s Meadows Maintenance Complex (MMC) in Kearny, NJ. Mr. Asfour developed a phasing plan to make sure that operations at the 200,000-sf facility would be maintained during construction. He was responsible for material and finish selection so that the design complemented the existing structures on the site, and managed construction phase services. (2000 - 2003; 36 months; 75% time)
MTA/LIRR East Side Access - Project Architect
Provided architectural services for this $11 billion project to extend Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service to Manhattan’s East Side, which is the largest single construction program ever undertaken by the MTA Construction & Development (MTA C&D). Mr. Asfour conducted site investigations, scoping, and code analyses. He located potential sites for new street entrances which he also designed. The project involves a new LIRR terminal at Grand Central Terminal; a new station in Sunnyside, Queens; and various shops and yard facilities to support LIRR operations. For the tunnel’s terminus in Grand Central Terminal, the architectural design included train platforms, cross-passageways, and entranceways, with consideration given to the intermodal requirements of the station, which presently serves Metro-North Railroad and New York City Transit subway lines. (1999 - 2002; 30 months; 50% time)
Metro-North Grand Central Terminal North End Access - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Performed architectural design services for this project that provided passengers with seven new entryways to Grand Central Terminal between 45th and 47th streets in Manhattan. Mr. Asfour developed drawings and construction documents, attended daily meetings, and developed multiple design approaches to reduce costs and stay ahead of schedule. He selected off-street entrances to allow construction to continue without blocking the high volume of pedestrians from accessing the terminal’s retailers and restaurants. Two entrances were located within the Helmsley Building, a New York City landmark, for which Mr. Asfour led the necessary coordination with the Landmarks Preservation Commission. Mr. Asfour's time- and cost-saving approaches included utilization of alternative materials and finishes. The design included 14 elevators, reconfiguration of an existing baggage passageway into a cross-passage between platforms, two other cross-passageways, and provisions for ADA-compliant access at selected entrances. He also assisted in designing new electric services, lighting, and signage for the platforms and passageways, and made provisions for future retail and commercial spaces on the distribution platforms. He managed value engineering efforts during final design and construction. He prepared, negotiated and finalized several variances with the regulatory and governing agencies (1/97 - 1/00; 30 months; 50% time)
Republic of Egypt S.G.E. Greater Cairo Regional Metro - Quality Control Engineer/Site Manager
Provided quality control, site supervision, and management for the main steel yard and sites for this $1.3 billion project in Cairo, Egypt. Mr. Asfour managed shop drawings, scheduling, reports, and surveying activities. (1982 - 1986; 48 months)
TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
APM Terminals Container Terminal Maintenance Building and Fueling Facilities - Project Architect
Provided architectural services for a new maintenance building and fueling facilities as part of the redevelopment of this marine container terminal in Elizabeth, NJ. The new building is designed to house offices, materials storage, and vehicle maintenance operations. Mr. Asfour completed building code overview, analysis, and design requirements, including IBC, NFPA, local and PA regulatory requirements, and IFC codes governing bulk and hazardous storage, and prepared schematic designs and contract drawings and documents. (3/04 - 7/06)
PANYNJ Lincoln Tunnel Traffic Management Center - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Supervised the final design and provided construction phase support for the renovation of this Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) facility in Weehawken, NJ. The project entailed relocating the traffic control and surveillance functions to a new, high-tech Traffic Management Center (TMC) on the second floor. The TMC, as the brain of the Lincoln Tunnel security system, will allow the Port Authority’s staff to conduct comprehensive, around-the-clock surveillance of every part of the tunnel through a cutting-edge closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, with images displayed on plasma-screen monitors clustered in three banks on the walls. (2003 - 2006)
PANYNJ PABT Operations Control Center Feasibility Studies - Project Architect
Provided architectural designs for the rehabilitation, upgrade, and relocation of the Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) Operations Control Center (OCC) in Manhattan. Mr. Asfour oversaw preliminary through final design, supervised the preparation of contract documents, and provided construction support. The existing 50-year-old OCC, overlooked by two escalators, was exposed to public view. Concerned about terrorism, the Port Authority decided to move the facility to a new, less exposed location. The relocated 3,000-sf facility is a freestanding, self-contained unit where Port Authority security personnel monitor all closed-circuit television, fire alarm, and mechanical systems throughout the PABT. (9/04 - 4/06)
NJDPMC Five New Motor Vehicle Facilities - Project Architect & Construction Administration – 2004
Agency Building Prototype Programming & Design
Freehold Facilities
Flemington Facilities
South Brunswick Facilities
Randolph Facilities
Lakewood Facilities
Provided architectural services for the design of a prototypical 7,000-sf Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) building that was adapted to create new facilities at Flemington, Freehold, East Brunswick, and Randolph, NJ; a planned fifth site, in Lakewood, is on hold. Mr. Asfour was responsible for programming, site selection, and preparing site-specific designs for each facility. The design of the prototypes met all MVC and NJDPMC standards and design guidelines, as well as the requirements of the NJDEP No Net Loss Reforestation Act. The firm also developed several designs for furniture and window treatments; data and telecommunications; emergency management systems; roofing systems and other building structures; and interior finishes. He was also responsible for code analysis, specifications, contract documents, and managing construction phase services. The Freehold facility was completed and opened to the public in January 2009, the Flemington facility opened to the public in September 2009, the South Brunswick facility began construction in February 2009 and opened to the public in May 2010, and the Randolph facility was completed and opened to the public in September 2010. (3/04 - 9/10; 72 months; 75% time; contact Donald Juechter (Regional Construction Manager) (609) 273-1366)
NJDPMC MVC Administration Building Roof Replacement - Project Architect & Construction Administration
Provided programming, code analysis, architectural, and construction phase services for the roof replacement at the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) administrative building in Trenton, NJ. Mr. Asfour was responsible for the project schedule and specifications and for making sure that the new roof was designed in accordance with rehabilitation and IBC codes. (8/05 - 6/07; 22 months; 50% time)
TBTA Queens-Midtown Tunnel Service Building - Architectural Detailer
Provided design services, including production of architectural details, for both interior and exterior rehabilitation to the Queens-Midtown Tunnel Service Building in Queens, NY. Mr. Asfour used CAD to prepare the architectural and structural set of contract documents for the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA). (1994 - 1995; 12 months)
Other Experience
AME MATEX, Paramus, NJ - Various Projects - Architectural Manager / Specification Writer / Shop Drawings & Submittal / Estimator / Purchaser / Coordinator – 1991 to 1994
Provided client contact, quantity surveying, and analysis of architectural requirements for various overseas projects. Mr. Asfour managed the sourcing of materials and services and the submittal and coordination of specifications, working drawings and other contract documents using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and DataCAD. He coordinated approvals, orders, setup, and installation in a fully computerized environment, including many computer applications and programming (databases and spreadsheets) for sourcing, quotations, drawings, communications, reports, filing, and status reports. He contributed to projects that included: Amiri Diwan, located in Kuwait; VIP Royal Hospital and Madina Mosque, located in Saudi Arabia; Mungon Palace Hill Resort, located in Guam; and the University Hospital, located in Ankara, Turkey. (6/91 - 4/94)
RET-SER Engineering Agency, Taiwan, Various Projects - Assistant Manager of Planning and Engineering - 1988 to 1991
Provided construction contract bidding, data management, quantity surveying, scheduling and coordination, and design and drafting for various projects in Cairo, Egypt. Mr. Asfour prepared contract documents using spreadsheets and AutoCAD. He conducted site and market investigations and analyses. He contributed to projects that included: Petroleum Air Services (PAS) Office Building, Egyptian National Railway Authority Bashtil Railway Depot, and The Egyptian Shore Protection Authority (SPA) Rosetta Shore Protection Project.
Partial List of Architectural Design Work – 1982 to 1990:
ABHA Arts and Craft Center - Saudi A
Expedition of Penn-Yale University - Egypt, the 3-D Reconstruction of the Temple of Abydos
Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York, NY, the 3-D Reconstruction of the Temple of Armant
Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York, NY, the 3-D Reconstruction for the Archeological Site of Tell-El-Amarna
North Coast Rehabilitation Authority - Egypt, Several Designs For Resorts and Tourist Facilities at the Mediterranean Coast
Port Said Port Authority, Egyptian Commercial Chamber Building - Egypt
Private Residence - Saudi Arabia
Private Residence, Workshop, and Gallery Complex - Egypt
UNISCO Low-Cost Housing Community - Zimbabwe