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Experienced Architectural Designer/ Technologist 

Profile

An innovative and self-motivated individual with years of experience in small to large scale projects. Proficient in architectural and interior fit-out construction drawings, Revit modeling, presentation, and visualizations. Detailoriented and has the ability to work supportively within a team environment and communicate effectively at all levels. Brings enthusiastic, diligent, and dedicated attitude together with the ability to adapt readily to varying job demands.

Highlights of Qualifications

  • Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit Architecture (00441471)

  • High level of proficiency in Revit Architecture and Revit Families

  • Other software skills: Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape for Revit, Revit Ideate Plug-ins, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office applications

  • Over 10 years of experience in various building types - retail, food and beverage, airports, hotels, healthcare – concept to construction stage of project

  • LEED Green Associate (11038719)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Registered Architect in the Philippines (22364)

Employment History

Interior Design Technologist 

Stantec Architecture Ltd., Vancouver, BC                                                                                                               2016 – present

 

Projects involved:

o Airport Retail – Travel essential stores, and Food and Beverage for the following airports:

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Toronto Pearson Int’l. Airport (YYZ)

Macdonald-Cartier Int’l. Airport (YOW)

Quebec Int’l. Airport (YQB)

Calgary Int’l. Airport (YYC)

Edmonton Int’l. Airport (YEG)

Sacramento Int’l. Airport (SMF)

Dallas Forth-Worth Int’l. Airport (DFW)

Austin-Bergstrom Int’l. Airport (ABIA)

Los Angeles Int’l. Airport (LAX)

Tampa Int’l. Airport (TPA)

o New Saint Paul’s Hospital - above grade and envelope

o West Kelowna Healthcare Clinic

o Crosstown Healthcare Clinic

o Amazon - warehouse template

o Food Hall interiors fit-out - One Properties Tower, Alberta

o MacArthur Glen Designer Outlet – commercial retail unit renovations

o Public Washrooms Upgrade, Richmond Centre (Design Development)

o Washrooms Renovation, 111 Dunsmuir Building Level 6, 8, 9 (Construction Documents)

 

Job Description:

  • Applied knowledge of architectural principles & practices in a broad array of assignments

  • Worked closely with architect & project managers to ensure efficient completion of deliverables

  • Created projects in Revit & developed submission packages from schematic to construction phase

  • Efficiently produced construction drawings that conform to Stantec and/ or client standards

  • Collaborated with a large group with different teams on New St. Paul's project (specifically involved in

  • the above grade & envelope team)

  • Responsible for creating Revit parametric families that would meet project needs e.g., typical retail millwork, New Saint Paul’s canopies, etc.

  • Handled multiple interior design projects simultaneously

  • Performed site inspections - post demolition and construction stage

  • Coordinated with MEP consultants on small to mid-size projects

  • Mentored the team on Revit architecture best practices & shared tips & tricks to improve workflow, served as a Revit software resource & provided technical guidance to less experienced staff

  • Collaborated on F&B design development stage - space planning of Front & Back of House to achieve a smooth flow of users & functional spaces

  • Reviewed millwork consultant’s shop drawings & electrical/mechanical consultant’s drawings to ensure proper coordination among trades

  • Collaborated in developing Revit project template for the interior design department

  • Maintained an intuitive organization of libraries for retail brand standards, typical details & Revit families

Architectural Designer/ Technologist

ADPI Designers and Planners, Dubai, UAE                                                                                                                       2011 - 2015

 

ADPI is an architectural consultancy company specializing in airport architecture and engineering and is a subsidiary of the Aeroports de Paris Group in France. ADPI designs and manages the construction of complex airport buildings including passenger terminals, control towers, aircraft hangars, and other major urban projects.

 

Projects involved:

  • Al Maktoum International Airport - design of the world’s biggest airport hub, concept stage

  • Bahrain International Airport - extension and refurbishment of the existing passenger terminal

  • Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries - design of maintenance hangars, and support buildings

  • Oman Regional Airports - 4 passenger terminals in 4 different locations in the Sultanate of Oman

  • Emirates Airlines Maintenance Hangars - design of major aircraft maintenance hangars

  • Tiara United Towers - 45-storey twin tower of a 5-star hotel and office accommodation

  • Fujairah Corniche Hotel - 5-star resort hotel

 

Responsibilities:

  • Implemented revisions to the Revit model, including material finishes and other specifications.

  • Assisted in the proper documentation and quality check prior to design submittals

  • Coordinated special airport system devices with MEP devices using Revit Architecture

  • Provided preliminary 3D models of new projects based on sketches and verbal instructions by the chief architect using Google SketchUp and Adobe Photoshop

  • Created detailed architectural drawings including floor plans, elevations, sections, reflected ceiling plans using Autodesk AutoCAD 2014

  • Assisted MEP engineers in creating fire protection, plumbing, and electrical layouts, as well as Automated Global Logistics Systems Network layouts for an airport complex.

Architectural Technologist

Depa Interiors LLC, Dubai, United Arab Emirates                                                                                                       2008 - 2011

 

Depa Interiors is a multinational interior-contracting company that specializes in the full-scope fit-out and furnishing of five-star luxury hotels, yachts, apartments, and other fine private and public facilities in Dubai and around the world. Burj Al Arab, Atlantis Palm Jumeirah are some of the world renowned projects undertaken by the company.

 

Projects involved:

  • PPM Conrad Hotel - Hilton Dubai

  • Dubai Metro Train Stations

Responsibilities:

  • Created shop drawings specifically for public areas such as lobbies, public toilets, ballrooms

  • Coordinated layouts for MEP services on reflected ceiling plans and elevations

  • Created door schedules, door detailing, interface and fixing details

  • Produced cutting list of finish materials

  • Performed ocular site inspection

 

Designer

Construction Documents Specialist, Cebu City, Philippines                                                                                2007 - 2008

 

CDSCI is an affiliate of Lloyd Platt Architects based in Salt Lake City, Utah; offering design services, construction documents, and 3D presentations for projects ranging from residential, commercial/retail, hotels, resort developments, and housing projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Created 3D models of projects in the preliminary stage using Google SketchUp

  • Produced images/perspective views and presentation slides

  • Developed color scheme conceptualization and material specification

  • Produced working drawings - floor plans, elevations, and sections

 

Designer

BW Hudson Design Concept, Cebu City, Philippines                                                                                                2006 - 2007

BW Hudson Engineers and Associates is a multinational company based in Grand Prairie, Texas. Its projects centre on the conceptualization and design of commercial buildings, residential structures, and some of the biggest hotel chains in the US, especially in the state of Texas and its neighboring states.

Responsibilities:

  • Developed preliminary architectural drawings

  • Plan space programming for hotel suites and units

  • Produced working drawings - floor plans, elevations, sections, and blow-up details

 

Designer

Mactan Rock Industries, Cebu, Philippines                                                                                                                  2005 - 2006

Mactan Rock Industries, Inc. is a company that does business in water treatment and in manufacturing of the components needed to support the client's demand in their water systems. The company’s clientele includes resorts, hotels, municipalities, residential buildings and subdivisions.

Responsibilities:

  • Created technical drawings of water tanks, boilers, reverse osmosis and piping systems

  • Developed 3D presentations of piping systems using AutoCAD

  • Produced bill of materials and cost estimates

  • Performed ocular inspection

 

Education and Certification

 

LEED Green Associate                                                                                                                                                                           2016

Green Building Certification Institute

BC Building Code                                                                                                                                                                                      2016

British Columbia Institute of Technology                                      

 

Architectural Technologist Affiliate                                                                                                                                                2015

Architectural Institute of British Columbia

 

Registered Architect                                                                                                                                                                             2008

Professional Regulations Commission, Philippines                                                                    

 

Bachelor of Science in Architecture                                                                                                                                             2005

University of San Carlos Cebu City, Philippines                         

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