February 6th, 2011: International Built Asset Consultancy, EC Harris has successfully delivered Al Wahda Sports Club's Grand Millennium Al Wahda hotel in Abu Dhabi.
The Grand Millennium Al Wahda Hotel contains 588 guestrooms and 262 furnished apartments making it the single largest hotel in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Situated in the center of Abu Dhabi city, the 5-star hotel is complemented by a prestigious office tower, a 30,000sqm business centre and a residential tower that houses 294 two, three and four bedroom apartments. The project is phase two of a three phase master development - which includes the ongoing extension to the existing Al Wahda Mall.
Providing project management and cost consultancy expertise to the project, EC Harris ensured the project was successfully delivered through careful coordination and close technical and people management throughout the duration of the five year project.
Mr. Rashid Al Zaabi, Chairman Investment Committee, Al Wahda Sports Club, stated "Our relationship with EC Harris has spanned more than five years and in that period we have become trusted partners and grown stronger as businesses and individuals. By working closely together and learning from each other, we have been able to focus on the core business needs at each stage of the development and ensure that this project was a success."
Dr. Essam Mohammed Ali, Executive Director of Al Wahda Sports Club, stated "We are delighted with the completed facility and very happy with the strong association EC Harris and Al Wahda Sports Club have established. EC Harris has been instrumental in helping us to achieve our primary goals."
John Williams, Regional Leader for the Middle East at EC Harris comments; "We are delighted to be involved in such a significant landmark project for Abu Dhabi. By adopting a dedicated management approach throughout the duration of the project we have been able to contribute to its overall success and ensure its timely delivery."
The hotel offers a range of high class restaurants and outlets along with a 2,700sqm health club & spa, an extensive business centre and a superb swimming pool located on the 31st floor offering views over the city in many directions.
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About EC Harris
EC Harris is an international Built Asset Consultancy, advising clients in the planning and execution of strategies that deliver the best results from money spent on their built assets. The firm has 40 offices in 28 countries employing over 3,000 people worldwide. Group revenue in 2009/10 was $432m. For further information visit www.echarris.com
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