Elizabeth Farah François
Danvers,MA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Project Manager with a proven track record at Fondation Connaissance et Liberté - FOKAL, specializing in architectural heritage projects. Expert in project planning, scheduling, and execution, ensuring timely completion within budget. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, enhancing operational efficiency and quality.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Fondation Connaissance et Liberté - FOKAL
08.2010 - Current
- Management of a main architectural heritage project in Port-au-Prince - "Preserving Gingerbread Houses of Port-au-Prince"
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
SIG Specialist
Centre National Information Geo-Spatiale
12.2007 - 07.2010
- Team work in urban planning projects
- Cartography production with SIG
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Architect
G.E.P.L.E.C.
07.2005 - 04.2010
- Collaborated with clients to develop customized architectural solutions, meeting their unique needs and preferences.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, including site plans, elevations, sections, and details for clear communication of design intent.
Project Officer
UNIBANK S.A.
02.2004 - 11.2007
- Preparation of development plans and execution plans. Preparation of tender documents.
- Supervision of the execution of the work.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
Architect
SOCIETE D´EXPERTISE ET D´INGENIERIE LGL SA
04.2002 - 01.2004
- Resident engineer for supervision of work execution.
- Preparation of quotations
Participation in the development of tender documents. Preparation of plans and quotes. - In charge of site investigation.
Architect
Société D'Expertise et D'Ingénierie - LGL S.A.
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Supervision of work execution.
- Preparation of quotations Participation in the development of tender documents. Preparation of plans and quotes.
Designer
Architectes et Ingénieurs Réunis - A.I.R.
03.1995 - 06.1997
- Design and construction of residences and various buildings.
- Design and drawings.
- Surveys and preparation of plans.
Education
Master of Science - History - Memory And Heritage
IERAH-ISERSS - Université D'Etat D'Haiti
Port-au-Prince, Haiti12.2025
Master of Science - Tourism And Heritage
UNIVERSITE SENGHOR
Alexandrie, Egypt02.2023
Master of Science - Urban Planning With SIG
ITC
Enschede, Netherlands06.2009
Master of Science - Tropical Caribbean Architecture
UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL PEDRO HENRIQUEZ UREÑA
Santo-Domingo, Dominican Republic06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
UNIVERSITE QUISQUEYA
Port-au-Prince, Haiti06.1999
Skills
- Architectural design, construction and supervision
- Heritage project management
- Construction management and supervision
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project planning and development
- Project Scheduling
- Urban planning
- Geographic Information System specialist
Affiliations
- CNIAH - Collège National des Ingénieurs et Architectes Haitiens
- Chaire Unesco en Histoire et Patrimoine de l'Université d'Etat d'Haiti
Certification
- Distinguished Toastmaster - Higher distinction of Toastmasters International.
- Knoledge of procurement procedures of the French Development Agency
- Management of tools for teaching online - MOOC CERTIscol
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Project Manager
Fondation Connaissance et Liberté - FOKAL
08.2010 - Current
SIG Specialist
Centre National Information Geo-Spatiale
12.2007 - 07.2010
Architect
G.E.P.L.E.C.
07.2005 - 04.2010
Project Officer
UNIBANK S.A.
02.2004 - 11.2007
Architect
SOCIETE D´EXPERTISE ET D´INGENIERIE LGL SA
04.2002 - 01.2004
Architect
Société D'Expertise et D'Ingénierie - LGL S.A.
01.1999 - 01.2000
Designer
Architectes et Ingénieurs Réunis - A.I.R.
03.1995 - 06.1997
Master of Science - History - Memory And Heritage
IERAH-ISERSS - Université D'Etat D'Haiti
Master of Science - Tourism And Heritage
UNIVERSITE SENGHOR
Master of Science - Urban Planning With SIG
ITC
Master of Science - Tropical Caribbean Architecture
UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL PEDRO HENRIQUEZ UREÑA
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
UNIVERSITE QUISQUEYA
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