Dilyara Ahmad
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Enthusiastic young professi8onal with experience in a fast-paced architectural firm, government contracting, space planning and project management. Successfully completed a Certified M.S. in Architecture at the University of the District of Columbia. Eager to use my knowledge to work in an environment where I continue to learn and apply my skills related to project management, architecture, construction and urban sustainability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Space Planner
Muse Technologies (Contract: Dept Of Justice-EOIR)
Falls Church, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Prepares proposal space plans based on project-specific program of requirements with maximum efficiency of space utilization
- Conducts furniture inventories if related to project move, relocation or expansion activities
- Develops design intent drawings (DIDs) and reviews Construction Documents (CDs)
- Conducts site visits and assessments to document site conditions and collect information for project development phases
- Supervises and coordinates furniture installations/removals
- Documents space and design standards used for EOIR specific projects
- Assists Senior Space Management Specialist with any project related tasks and deliverables
Space Planning Analyst
Michael Baker International
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Ensured resolution of programming issues through project completion
- Analyzed current space needs, and projected future growth and possible space scenarios
- Collaborated with leadership to develop recommendations for overseeing space planning committee meetings
- Provided updated documentation based on meeting comments and leadership suggestions
- Researched and analyzed current market conditions and workplace environments to develop updated space standards document
- Assisted designers with developing test fit drawings and floor plans
Project Management Analyst
NetImpact Strategies
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Utilized AutoCAD for as-built updates, facility amenities maps and floorplans associated with active projects
- Conducted site surveys to verify and update existing as-builts
- Developed contract deliverables and documents, including Planning Dashboard, Weekly Task Summaries and Reports (Microsoft Planner and Excel), and Monthly Progress Reports (MPR)
- Tracked all active projects and prepared report to share with stakeholders to maintain communication on project progress and updates.
- Developed relocation and move guides and briefing documents to relay before, during and after move activities to end users
- Provided support and expertise to Senior Executive Space Oversight Council (SESOC)
- Compiled, analyzed, and created various computer models of data, primarily documented in Microsoft Excel
- Used quantitative and qualitative advanced analytical skills related to space analysis and organization
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Preformed other duties as assigned and needed
Space Planner
Federal Reserve Board
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Communicated design ideas to team members graphically, and in 2-D and 3-D forms using computer aided design software (AutoCAD and Revit)
- Selected furniture, fixtures, and equipment that meet client’s design requirements and needs
- GSA Price inquires
- Completed equipment and furniture surveys and inventories
- Planned creative events to allow staff to test and vote on furniture
- Created and updated cost of work estimates in excel
- Reviewed and confirmed floorplan revisions. Update master floorplans in AutoCAD, Revit and PDF
Project Coordinator
Dunning Group Architects
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Produced construction documents using electronic software and BIM applications
- Hands on experience working on projects from programming and schematic design through bidding and construction administration phases
- Coordinated with external consultants to ensure accuracy of construction documents
- Met design schedules and project deadlines to ensure work is completed in a timely efficient manner
- Conducted several reviews of redlines to support quality assurance
- Assisted in reviews of shop drawings and project submittals
- Produced renderings to visually support projects for client presentation through application of Photoshop and 3D rendering software
- Conducted BOMA studies for commercial buildings
- Worked directly with project managers to review construction submittals and develop architectural solutions to client problems
- Conducted site surveys and documentation and transcribed data to electronic as built sets
- Presented interior design concepts; material placement and selection
- Preformed assignments under direct supervision of a licensed Architect, Project manager and other design professionals
Education
Master of Science - Architecture
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.05.2019
Skills
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
SketchUp
AutoCAD
Revit
Lumion
V-Ray
Microsoft Offices
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Uzbek
Elementary
Timeline
Space Planner
Muse Technologies (Contract: Dept Of Justice-EOIR)
05.2023 - Current
Space Planning Analyst
Michael Baker International
10.2022 - 05.2023
Project Management Analyst
NetImpact Strategies
04.2021 - 09.2022
Space Planner
Federal Reserve Board
03.2020 - 03.2021
Project Coordinator
Dunning Group Architects
04.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Architecture
University of The District of Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of The District of Columbia
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