NHI VU TOL
San Jose,CA
Summary
Project design professional with a strong focus on delivering impactful solutions through effective team collaboration. Skilled in conceptualizing and implementing innovative design strategies while adapting to changing project needs. Expertise in design software, project management, and client communication. Reliable team player with a results-driven mindset, ensuring successful project completions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Designer
Innovative Design Architecture
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Conducted site surveys and coordinated with clients, landlords, and consultants to deliver cost-effective design solutions for TI, commercial, dental, daycare, and office projects.
- Mentored junior designers in producing accurate architectural drawings, 3D models, and construction documentation in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Rhino.
- Managed comprehensive construction documentation, including coordinated architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings for Planning, Health, Fire, and Building Departments; prepared Title 24 (T24) reports.
- Collaborated with civil, structural, and MEP engineers to resolve city review comments, and streamline approvals.
Architecture Design Intern/Designer
Verner Architects
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Examined building codes and acquired planning permits.
- Assisted with marketing strategies using Adobe Creative Suite.
- Developed detailed construction drawings in Revit.
- Created wall and appliance fixture details based on specs.
Paint & Electrical Associate
The Home Depot
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Paint Associate
- Assisting customers with colors and all necessary supplies for their projects.
- Mixing and matching colors.
- Loading and unloading trucks with paint and paint sundries.
- Putting away new merchandise – rotating, straightening, and rearranging as needed.
- Handling credit and cash transactions.
- Maintaining department cleanliness.
- Flexibility and helping in other departments. - Electrical Associate:
- Assisting and educating customers as needed about electrical tools and products.
- Restocking and front-facing products in the electrical department.
- Informing customers about current and incoming products.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
UC Berkeley
05.2023
Associate in - Architecture
West Valley College
05.2020
Skills
- Design & Drafting Tools: Revit Rhino SketchUp AutoCAD (Expert) Adobe Illustrator Photoshop InDesign Lumion Enscape
- Architectural Documentation: Construction Documentation Detail Drafting Building Codes Compliance Title 24 Reporting Accessibility Design
- Building & Site Analysis: Site Survey Analysis Building Materials Color Consulting
- Coordination & Permitting: Engineering Coordination Permit Acquisition
- Project & Team Leadership: Project Management Team Mentoring Decision Quality Time Management
- Client & Communication: Client Collaboration Client Communication Presentation Skills
- Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office Google Workspace
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Content Organizer, Global Passport Project (2017 – 2020) Member, AIESEC AIA Bay Area (2018 – Present) Team Leader, Design Village Competition, Cal POLY (2018 – 2019) Member, Architecture Club, West Valley College (2019 – 2021)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
HONORS & AWARDS
West Valley College Scholarship (2019), EOPS Scholar Award (2020), Full Tuition Scholarship, UC Berkeley (2021 – 2023)
Timeline
Project Designer
Innovative Design Architecture
09.2023 - 07.2025
Architecture Design Intern/Designer
Verner Architects
05.2022 - 05.2023
Paint & Electrical Associate
The Home Depot
09.2016 - 10.2018
Associate in - Architecture
West Valley College
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
UC Berkeley