Desrond James
Roseau,DCA
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Architect driven by creativity and passionate about everything architecture and construction. Adds value to any organization needing great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Open to opportunities in
the scope of furthering my architectural career.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager, Site Management
ARGO Development Studio
Roseau, DCA
02.2023 - Current
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
Site Architect - Fort Young Hotel
ARGO Development Studio
Roseau, DCA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Worked closely with contractors to deliver high quality construction.
- Identified potential problems early on in order to minimize delays or additional costs associated with changes in scope or design intent.
- Performed field measurements and inspections to verify existing conditions prior to design development.
- Collaborated with clients, contractors, and consultants throughout the design and construction process.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Completed formal design intent and construction documentation.
- Conducted on-site visits to construction site to monitor plan compliance.
Architect
ARGO Development Studio
Roseau, DCA
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed aesthetic representations of structure and construction details.
- Consulted with clients to determine spatial or functional requirements of structures.
- Provided guidance on interior design elements such as furniture layout and fixtures selection.
- Drafted conceptual diagrams, sketches and 3-dimensional models of proposed buildings or renovations.
- Specified materials, finishes, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, systems and components necessary for the completion of a project.
- Reviewed shop drawings prepared by contractors for conformance with contract documents.
Architectural Intern
Huiting Architects & Engineers
Chongqing, PRC
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Helped create 3D models of buildings using computer-aided design tools.
- Provided support to the lead architect on various tasks such as material selection, site visits.
- Conceptual Design Development
Internship Student
Yan Bo Architects
Chongqing, CQ
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Organized data and model information for use in key decision-making.
- Took accurate site measurements to support building planning stages.
Education
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies(UWI)
Dominica07-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Chongqing University
Chongqing, PR China06-2019
HSK-Level 4 - Chinese Language(Mandarin)
Tongji University
Shanghai, PR China06-2013
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Dominica State College
Dominica07-2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Construction Methodology
- Strong Technical Detailing
- Supervision & Leadership
- Site Planning & Design Expert
- Strong Work Ethic
Languages
English
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Software Proficiency
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Google Sketchup
- Microsoft Office
- MS Projects
- Lumion
- Enscape 3D
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat
Timeline
Project Manager, Site Management
ARGO Development Studio
02.2023 - Current
Site Architect - Fort Young Hotel
ARGO Development Studio
01.2022 - 01.2024
Architect
ARGO Development Studio
02.2021 - 01.2022
Architectural Intern
Huiting Architects & Engineers
07.2019 - 08.2019
Internship Student
Yan Bo Architects
10.2018 - 01.2019
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies(UWI)
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Chongqing University
HSK-Level 4 - Chinese Language(Mandarin)
Tongji University
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Dominica State College
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