International leadership experience across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
About Me
I bridge Japanese organizations and Middle Eastern stakeholders.
As a native Arabic speaker with over two decades of professional experience in Japan, I serve as a bridge between Japanese organizations and stakeholders across the Middle East.
18+
years of international leadership
USD 5B+
combined project value
50+
professionals directed across regions
4
languages: Arabic, Japanese, English, French
Role
International Business & Project Executive
Email
paris.nick.25@gmail.com
Phone
+81 70 9007 8889
Base
Tokyo, Japan
Skills
International project leadership with cross-cultural execution.
My work combines international project leadership, strategic relationship management, business development, executive stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural communication.
International Project Leadership
Strategic Relationship Management
Business Development
Executive Stakeholder Engagement
Cross-Cultural Communication
Commercial Administration
Summary
International project and business management across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
I am an international project and business management professional with over 18 years of experience delivering complex developments and strategic initiatives across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
I have extensive experience leading multinational stakeholders, managing client relationships, negotiating contracts, and coordinating large-scale projects for globally recognized developments including One Za'abeel in Dubai, Tadawul Tower in Riyadh, and Camp Nou in Barcelona.
Beyond project management, I bring proven expertise in international business relations, executive-level stakeholder engagement, public relations, proposal development, and cross-cultural leadership. I have regularly represented Nikken Sekkei in interactions with government officials, royal family representatives, institutional clients, and private investors across multiple regions.
Languages
- Arabic
- Japanese
- English
- French
Core Achievements
Measurable leadership across landmark international developments.
Led stakeholder engagement and client relationships on landmark developments with combined project values exceeding USD 5 billion.
Directed multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, consultants, and specialists from proposal development to construction completion.
Played key management roles in One Za'abeel, Tadawul Tower, Camp Nou, and E-JUST Campus.
Represented Nikken Sekkei in engagements involving royal family representatives, government leaders, institutional investors, and major corporate stakeholders.
Led overseas public relations initiatives, including award submissions, corporate publications, project marketing materials, and executive client tours.
Professional Experience
From international project delivery to geopolitical risk intelligence.
Nikken Sekkei Ltd
Tokyo, Japan
Apr 2007 - Aug 2026
Senior Project Manager
Large-Scale International Project Management
Overview
- Overseeing large-scale urban development and site supervision projects in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and East Asia.
- Execute projects from start to finish, spanning the design, procurement, and construction phases.
- Manage a multinational team of experts (50+ members).
Key Achievements
- One Za’abeel (Dubai): Served as the core project manager for this mixed-use urban development project. Served as CR/PM after the project was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest cantilever.
- Tadawul Tower (Riyadh): Led the development of the Saudi Stock Exchange headquarters, secured the project independently, and served as CR/PM.
- Camp Nou Stadium (Barcelona): Led the project management of the stadium redevelopment plan. Secured the project independently and served as CR/PM.
- E-JUST Campus (Egypt): Supported the design of a joint Japanese-Egyptian university campus.
- Cityscape (the world’s largest international real estate event): Developed and executed a comprehensive proposal and organized the event. Following its success, secured a new project.
- Provide comprehensive support for establishing multiple overseas offices.
Stakeholder Engagement / External Negotiations
Overview
- Negotiations with government agencies, royal families, investors, and developers in various countries.
- Negotiation of project contract terms and commercial coordination.
- Proposals and presentations for executive management and clients.
Key Achievements
- Accelerated decision-making among multinational stakeholders.
- Facilitated consensus-building on large-scale projects.
Business Development Support / Overseas Public Relation & Branding Support
Overview
- Support for securing projects in the MENA and European markets.
- Support for preparing proposals, competitive bid materials, and presentation materials.
- Customer acquisition and relationship-building activities.
Key Achievements
- Public relations and branding support.
- Planning and execution of PR strategies for overseas projects.
- Production of project publications, materials, and presentation materials.
- Organization of client tours and support for executive visits.
- Planning, hosting, and successful execution of large-scale events overseas.
Tokio Marine Nichido
Tokyo, Japan
Apr 2004 - Mar 2007
Risk Intelligence Analyst
Overview
- Provided corporations and government agencies with various risk management, research, and consulting services regarding natural disasters, disaster prevention, business continuity planning (BCP), environmental issues, cybersecurity, reducing automobile accidents, and transportation safety management.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducted geopolitical, security, and natural disaster risk assessments focused on the Middle East and East Asia.
- Delivered strategic intelligence and analytical reports for corporate clients and Japanese government agencies.
- Supported overseas business planning and risk management through cross-border political and environmental risk analysis.
Education
Academic foundation in oceanography, biochemistry, and Japanese language study.
Master in Oceanography (satellite programming)
Division of Marine Science and Technology, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
Apr 2001 - Mar 2003
Bachelor in Ocean Biochemistry
Division of Biochemistry, Faculty of Fisheries, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
Apr 1997 - Mar 2001
Monbushou Scholarship
Acquired first-level certificate in Japanese language as a foreign student, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Fuchu, Japan
Apr 1996 - Mar 1997
Portfolio
Public project outcomes and communications materials.
These selected public links show project outcomes, brochures, and publications connected to my international project management and overseas public relations work.
Mixed Use / TOD
One Za'abeel
An elegant tower development in Dubai, connected by THE LINK and positioned as a new symbol of the city.
Open project page
Residential
New Dubai Skyline
A high-grade residential tower project conceived under the theme "Above the Clouds."
Open project page
Urban Design
Jumeirah Gardens: Technoprenour City
An aerodynamic sustainable city concept for Jumeirah Gardens.
Open project page
Sustainable City
Cool City and Eco-towers
A sustainability-focused urban proposal exploring energy savings and architecture at city scale.
Open project page
Office
Tadawul Tower
The Saudi stock market epicenter in Riyadh, recognized as a major office and tall-building project.
Open project page
Mixed Use / TOD
Mongol Tower
A mixed-use tower positioned as an icon of modern Mongolia.
Open project page
Cultural / Sports
Futur Camp Nou
A stadium remodel concept designed to open the venue to the city and the people.
Open project page
Education
E-JUST Campus
The Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology campus, described as a twin-culture campus.
Open project page