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Faris Al Aswad

Summary

Dynamic Architect with extensive experience at ARQUITECTONICA. Skilled in managing luxury high-rise projects aligned with developer and brand visions. Proven track record in project management and critical thinking, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative designs on time and within budget. Skilled in space planning and effective communication, driving project success through collaboration.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Architect

ARQUITECTONICA
Miami
03.2022 - Current
  • Managed high-rise building projects between 1.5 million and 3 million square feet from schematic design to construction administration.
  • Collaborated closely with the client to uphold the brand’s design standards, and realize their overall vision.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Directed a cross-functional team of consultants, facilitating issue resolution and collaboration to achieve design standards and deadlines.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication to maintain project continuity while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Resolved issues efficiently, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

Architectural Drafter

Building Services Unlimited
Miami
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Produced complete sets of architectural and structural drawings in consideration of building codes in conjunction with team to be submitted to city for permit approval.
  • Communicated directly with general contractors and clients to develop M.E.P. plans and engineers for structural plans.
  • Attended site visits to survey the space in relation to the scope of work.
  • Calculated wind loads used in installations of new doors and windows.
  • Coordinated over fifteen projects ranging from residential to commercial by assigning tasks to the team to complete within deadlines.
  • Set schedules, monitored progress and managed contracts to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.

Architect Intern

Nakkash Design Studio
Dubai, UAE
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked under design director to develop concepts for F&B projects.
  • Attended site visits to survey the space to carry out detailed measuring to create floor plans.
  • Participated in designing schematic drawings including furniture layout, sections, elevations, and RCP for the F&B concept.
  • Created mood board presentation including precedent images, concept scheme, and zoning.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture -

University of Miami
05.2021

Skills

  • Graphic design and development
  • Project management
  • Model building and site analysis
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Verbal communication
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Space planning

Certification

  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • Rhino
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Lumion
  • Adobe SUite

Languages

  • English, Native
  • Arabic, Proficient
  • French, Basic

Timeline

Project Architect

ARQUITECTONICA
03.2022 - Current

Architectural Drafter

Building Services Unlimited
05.2021 - 03.2022

Architect Intern

Nakkash Design Studio
11.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Architecture -

University of Miami