Galal Abdullah
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Experienced Architectural Designer with a strong background in project management, Revit modeling, graphic presentations, and sustainable strategies. Equipped with a master's degree in architecture and sustainability, passionate about contributing expertise to custom projects. With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions that exceed client expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Designer
DiClemente Siegel Design Inc.
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Responsible for project setup; must possess knowledge and ability to set-up project AutoCAD files and Revit model creation per client or office standards.
- Engaged with clients to determine needs and requirements for custom projects.
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Coordinated all architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.
- Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning.
- Created graphic renderings and models using Revit and AutoCad.
- Ability to leads the AutoCAD or Revit model coordination efforts between departments.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
- Assist project managers with model presentation and client meetings.
- 3D scanning existing facilities and creating documents (point clouds) for developing project documentation.
- Graphically produce existing building “as-builts” and develop architectural building backgrounds.
Architecture Intern
Dokes Design Architecture
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Develop concept designs through sketches, massing studies, 3d models, diagrams, and other visual formats to express the design intent and communicate to the project team, and client
- Develop space planning concepts for new commercial units and new Multifamily housing
- Collaborate on commercial interiors projects, including programming client needs, concept design, schematic design, and design development
- Research new materials, details, and processes as part of a project's design development
- Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
Architectural Intern
Detroit Collaborative Design Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge
- Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects
- Supports project team in developing design documentation including plans, sections, elevations, & details and evaluates material options
- Prepare design documents in various media and applications
- Schematic Design and Design Development
- Develop 3D renderings for in-house review and client meetings
- Attend design presentations to the client
- Work independently and with project teams in creating representations of design sketches or developed projects.
Driver
Uber/ Lyft
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Provides safe and reliable transportation services for the public by personal operating vehicle
- Maintains route on time but in a safe manner to ensure satisfaction
- Physically assists passengers in the removal of their items upon safely arrival
- Keeps the interior of my vehicle clean and presentable for customers
- Ensures vehicle is properly fueled and maintained up to corporate code.
Maris Co
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Drawing plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketch-up
- Houses Remodeling architect
- Replacement windows, doors, decks, and porches home additions, hardwood, and tile flooring drywall installation, repair, Interior trim work, and molding custom kitchen and bathroom remodels, and fire damage Mitigation and Repair.
Education
Master's Degree - Architecture
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Architecture
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05.2020
Associated - Architecture
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI05.2016
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Sketchup
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Microsoft Office expert
- Strong verbal and written communicator
- Time management
- Design development
- Motivated self-starter
- Technical Architecture Design
- Landscape architecture
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Construction materials
- Site analysis
- Building code compliance
Personal Information
Title: Architectural Designer
Timeline
Architectural Designer
DiClemente Siegel Design Inc.
09.2022 - 10.2023
Architecture Intern
Dokes Design Architecture
02.2022 - 09.2022
Architectural Intern
Detroit Collaborative Design Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
Maris Co
10.2016 - 06.2017
Driver
Uber/ Lyft
05.2016 - 05.2020
Master's Degree - Architecture
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor's Degree - Architecture
University of Detroit Mercy
Associated - Architecture
Henry Ford College
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