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DANNY N. MPOTO

Nashua,USA

Summary

I became a U.S. citizen in 2022 and am originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. I have been living in the United States since November 2011. During that time, I attended school to learn English until January 2016. My passion for architecture and sustainable design led me to the Boston Architectural College in 2016, where I pursued a master’s degree in architecture and graduated in 2019. I have met all NCARB requirements, and I am currently preparing for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). I have over a decade of experience working on a variety of projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, daycare, and religious buildings. Currently, I am employed as an architectural designer and project manager at GSD Associates in North Andover, Massachusetts and I prepared a presentation regarding fire safety code and egress planning in commercial building. I am knowledgeable about energy, plumbing, and accessibility codes in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. To further my interest in sustainability, I have enrolled in LEED certification courses to become a LEED Green Associate.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Partner

Mpoto Architecture + Design (MAD)
, Democratic Republic of the Congo
01.2022 - Current
  • Throughout my partnership at MAD, I oversaw several high-end residential projects, ensuring their successful execution despite the challenges of remote management.
  • This role honed my skills in effective communication, strategic planning, and adaptive problem-solving.
  • By leveraging cutting-edge technology and fostering a culture of collaboration, I was able to maintain seamless operations and deliver outstanding results with a knowledgeable team.

Architectural designer and project manager

GSD Associates
, USA
02.2019 - Current
  • As an architectural designer and project manager, I manage and oversee projects from concept and schematic design to construction drawings.
  • Prepared proposals and managed time spent on every project using a time management spreadsheet.
  • Prepared a bid package and worked with the client to select a bidder.
  • Created detailed construction drawings for commercial, industrial, and residential projects, ensuring compliance with building codes.
  • Handled RFIs and reviewed submittal.
  • Generated detailed reports for each construction phase, ensuring compliance with regulations across all projects.
  • Assisted clients in examining and approving the contractor submittal.
  • Prepared the construction document and design idea for a proposed 60,000-square-foot industrial building in New Hampshire.
  • Developed a construction document for a 142,510-square-foot, four-story storage building in Quincy, Massachusetts. I attended frequent on-site meetings and reviewed the project submittal.
  • Collaborated with the contractors and the clients to ensure the project is under budget and schedule.
  • Designed and prepared the construction document for a 42,000 square foot industrial building in New Hampshire. I reviewed RFIs and submittals and assisted the client in selecting metal panels for the building shell.

Architectural Designer

Freelancer
Dorchester, USA
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Design the exterior emergency stair from the attic to the ground and make sure it complies with the Massachusetts building code.
  • Redesigned the interior stairs to comply with the Massachusetts building code.

Architectural Designer

Meferco
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
08.2003 - 08.2011
  • Coordinated technical meetings with various trades, resulting in a reduction in design discrepancies and delays.
  • Led design team in budget and scheduling assessments, enhancing project efficiency by aligning resources with management objectives.
  • Drafted architectural plans for an office building within the Primus brewery compound using prefab structure.
  • Designed several canopies for Engen and Cobil gas stations.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of all Cobil and Engen gas station canopies. The work included cleaning, roof repairs, and sealing all joints.
  • Led a design team of five architects, delivering project designs that met the client specifications and schedule.
  • Designed and constructed a Catholic church using the steel prefab that achieved cost reduction while meeting all schedule requirements.
  • Designed a single-family home based on client recommendations and site constraints, which met the client's expectations with an open-concept layout.
  • Designed a three-story commercial building. Coordinated architectural drawings with MEP and structural engineers.

Education

Master of Architecture -

BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
01.2019

Bachelor of Architecture -

INSTITUTE OF BUILDING AND PUBLIC WORKS (IBTP/ISAU)
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
01.2006

Skills

  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • Bim360
  • Lumion
  • Sketchup
  • Rhino (Intermediate)
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint

Certification

  • Procore Certified
  • BIM Foundation
  • Introduction to Digital Twins
  • Ventilated Facade System for Buildings
  • Adopting Energy Efficient Lighting in an Evolving Market
  • LEED Green Associate, currently preparing to take the exam

Residency Start Date

11/01/11

English Learning End Date

01/31/16

Languages

  • English
  • French
  • Lingala
  • Swahili (moderate)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Music
  • Painting

Original Country

Democratic Republic of Congo

Personal Information

Citizenship: U.S. citizen

Timeline

Partner

Mpoto Architecture + Design (MAD)
01.2022 - Current

Architectural designer and project manager

GSD Associates
02.2019 - Current

Architectural Designer

Freelancer
08.2016 - 12.2016

Architectural Designer

Meferco
08.2003 - 08.2011

Master of Architecture -

BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE

Bachelor of Architecture -

INSTITUTE OF BUILDING AND PUBLIC WORKS (IBTP/ISAU)

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