SARA GHAEMI
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Licensed Architect with over 10 years of experience delivering complex architectural projects across education, civic, healthcare, and hospitality environments. Licensed within the past year after nearly a decade of architectural practice coordinating multidisciplinary teams through all phases of design and construction—from programming and schematic design through construction administration. Background includes Microsoft-sponsored research on data center energy consumption and climate-responsive design strategies supporting high-performance facilities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Architect
BWS Architects
Phoenix, AZ
2021 - Current
- Lead and coordinate architectural scope across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment between architectural, structural, and MEP systems.
- Produce and lead construction documentation with an emphasis on constructability, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
- Review RFIs and submittals and support construction-phase services through site observations and field issue resolution.
- Interview and win projects that increased the firm's revenue by 10%.
- Conducted site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed innovative design concepts that enhanced the visual appeal of completed buildings.
- Presented detailed project proposals to clients, addressing concerns and securing approval for projects.
- Delivered high-quality architectural designs for various projects, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing time-saving procedures.
- Assisted clients in obtaining permits from local authorities by preparing required documentation accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinated bidding processes, evaluating contractor proposals and selecting the most qualified candidates based on expertise and financial considerations.
- Reduced project costs through value engineering and identifying cost-effective design solutions.
- Participated in industry conferences to stay informed about emerging trends in architecture/design technology.
Architectural Designer
FORS Architecture + Interiors
Tucson, AZ
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked on hospitality and commercial projects including Seis Kitchen Restaurant in Tucson.
- Assisted with architectural design development, documentation, and consultant coordination.
- Produced comprehensive construction documentation emphasizing accuracy and compliance throughout project phases.
- Improved overall project outcomes by utilizing advanced software tools for 3D modeling, rendering, and virtual reality presentations.
Education
MBA - Strategic And Innovative Management
Westcliff University
Irvine, CA08.2025
Master of Science in Architecture -
UofA
Tucson, AZ12.2020
Bachelor of Architecture -
IUST
Tehran, Iran05.2016
Skills
- Architectural Design Development
- Construction Documentation
- Consultant Coordination
- Construction Administration
- Building Code Analysis (IBC, ADA, Life Safety)
- Architecture & BIM
- Revit (Advanced), AutoCAD, BIM 360 / ACC, Bluebeam Revu, Procore, Rhino, Grasshopper
- Design & Visualization
- Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Miro, Lumion, Enscape
- Project Management & Collaboration
- Microsoft, Outlook, SharePoint, Monday
- Business & MBA Skillset
- Excel (Data analysis), PowerPoint, Financial Analysis, Reporting, Tableau
Websites
Affiliations
- Registered Architect (RA)
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- AIA Arizona Associates Award
- ARCC King Student Medal
- AIA Design Excellence Award
- ABA Portfolio Award
Timeline
Architectural Designer
FORS Architecture + Interiors
11.2020 - 02.2021
Project Architect
BWS Architects
2021 - Current
MBA - Strategic And Innovative Management
Westcliff University
Master of Science in Architecture -
UofA
Bachelor of Architecture -
IUST
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- University of Arizona – Microsoft Sponsored Data Center Research (2019–2021)
- Analyzed energy consumption and cooling strategies for data centers across climate zones.
- Imparting the Values of Energy Simulation Toward Net Zero Plus Status - ASEE, American Society for Engineering Education
- Jun 23, 2020