Dynamic Building Science Project Technologist at EXP with expertise in building envelope assessment and thermal modeling. Proven ability to enhance project outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Successfully contributed to major projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements while fostering a collaborative team environment.
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Aakash Patel
Scarborough,Canada
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
EXPBrampton, ON
Building Science - Project Technologist
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Review of architectural drawings and shop drawings with focus on building envelope assemblies.
- Attendance of preconstruction meetings, mock-up and standard of acceptance reviews.
- Site visits to review and issue reports for installation of façade assemblies such as curtain wall systems, window wall systems, precast concrete, prefabricated and field installed EIFS etc. for general conformance.
- Conduct hygrothermal and thermal modeling of building envelope assemblies to determine condensation potential, and support thermal bridging calculations.
- Complete documents supporting Fire separation, Exterior cladding, Air and Vapor Barriers, window wall, and precast installation endorsements.
- Assessment of as-built and performance condition of building envelope assemblies in existing and new buildings.
- Report writing that includes recommendations.
- Reviewed and prepared packages related to fire separation, Thermal, Waterproofing, Roofing, Air/Vapor, cUL/ULC assemblies, Architectural Drawings/Details, Precast Drawings and specification for the new construction.
- Contract administration and site review of building envelope for in-progress work.
- Devised and initiated engineering solutions to variety of project and design issues.
- Conducted inspections of buildings, equipment and grounds for deficiencies and evaluated for potential health, safety and code violations.
- Prepare bulletin 19 final reports and scope of work for tarion and site.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Contributed to major projects including The Well (Toronto), Lakeshore residential, Parliament Daniels Buildings, TMG Hotel Buildings and Mattamy Homes Town Houses.
EXPBrampton, ON
Field Technician
04.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
Magnet Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Site Coordinator
07.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Provided informative reports to management as requested.
- Set project goals and schedule with owners and team members.
- Assisted project manager in drafting schedules and related documentation.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop project solutions resulting in on-time execution.
- Documented labor hours and budget expenses for projects.
- Introduced change improvement plans to achieve goals, methodologies and initiatives.
Education
SAL Institute of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil from Civil Engineering
06.2018
University Overview
- completed final project in concrete mix design and launched paper with professor.
- learned about structural analysis, highway engineering and environmental engineering.
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
from Construction Management
12.2019
University Overview
- learned about estimating, scheduling, law and building codes.
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
from Project Management
08.2020
University Overview
Skills
- Part 9 and Part 3 code knowledge
- Building envelope assessment
- Site inspection
- Thermal modeling
- Report writing/ Technical Documentation
- Planning & organizing/ workflow management
- Critical thinking/ Multitasking
- Problem resolution
- Safety awareness
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Microsoft Office, Auto Cad, Blue Beam
- Quality assurance controls
- Contract administration
- Effective communication
- Project regulations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Licensed CCIL (Concrete Testing) - 2021
- Reroofing Course (IIBEC) - 2023
- Roof Technology Maintenanace and Inspection Training (IIBEC) - 2023
- Suspended access equipment Training - 2022
- Work from heights Training - 2024
Timeline
Building Science - Project Technologist
EXP
09.2021 - Current
Field Technician
EXP
04.2021 - Current
Site Coordinator
Magnet
07.2018 - 12.2018
SAL Institute of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil from Civil Engineering
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
from Construction Management
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
from Project Management
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