A B U B A K A R Z I K R I A
Milton,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented urban and regional planning graduate with expertise in data analysis, GIS, and urban infrastructure systems. Strong background in sustainable water resource management, with proven ability to interpret spatial and analytical data for effective planning and design. Proficient in ArcGIS, Excel, and emerging programming skills in Python. Experienced in team collaboration, technical report preparation, and clear communication of complex information.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
HOME PAINTER SERVICES
Mississauga, Canada
12.2023 - Current
- Managed end-to-end painting projects, scheduling client meetings, quoting, and supervising on-site for residential and commercial properties.
- Prepared project estimates, communicated effectively with painters, and ensured timely completion of projects to meet customer expectations.
- Train and coordinate with painters to improve efficiency, quality control, and overall client satisfaction.
- Supervised hourly and temporary personnel, providing work direction and reviewing work processes to maintain quality.
- Maintained safe work environment for employees, vendors and customers.
Direct Receiver & OMNI Customer Fulfilment
WALMART CANADA
Mississauga, Canada
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated receiving, organizing, and distributing merchandise to ensure accurate shipments and efficient inventory management.
- Managed online orders by picking, packing, and preparing items efficiently to meet customer expectations.
- Coordinated with suppliers and couriers to resolve delivery issues, facilitating smooth store operations.
- Provided excellent customer service at checkout and assisted customers with inquiries and returns.
- Operated equipment safely and supported a clean, efficient, and customer-focused work environment.
- Trained in shipping procedures to assist entire processing team with daily demands.
- Confirmed dimensional, weight, and storage information of each shipment against SAP master data.
Property Consultant
REVO REALTY
Mississauga, Canada
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Advised clients on real estate transactions, leveraging data-driven market analysis to inform sales, purchases, and investments.
- Negotiated contracts and managed transactions from initial consultation through to closing.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through personalized solutions and exceptional service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed extensive database of properties and customers to facilitate optimal matches, improving transaction efficiency.
- Worked with legal and financial representatives to prepare sale documents for clients.
Sports Department Associate
CANADIAN TIRE CANADA
Mississauga, Canada
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided expert advice and personalized recommendations on sports equipment and gear to help customers make informed purchases.
- Enhanced guest experience by promptly locating items for customers.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor to enhance the overall shopping experience.
- Restocked inventory and optimized product displays, supporting daily store operations through teamwork.
- Implemented loss prevention measures to reduce retail theft.
Education
Mortgage Agent -
REMIC (Real Estate And Mortgage Institute of Canada)
Bachelor of Urban & Regional Planning -
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Toronto, OntarioSkills
- Project Coordination
- Operational Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Data analysis
- Data analytics
- ArcGIS
- AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Adobe Suite
- Microsoft Office
- RStudio
- Linux
- Time management
- Client communication
- Policy enforcement
- Staff development
Leadership Experience
- Client-Based Advanced Planning Studio, Feed Scarborough Expansion, Scarborough, 09/01/23, 12/01/23, Directed an 11-member interdisciplinary team to develop urban design and policy solutions addressing food insecurity. Delivered comprehensive reports and GIS-based spatial analyses to support community growth strategies.
- Research Assistant, Urban Toronto, 09/01/23, 12/01/23, Designed and managed over 30 development databases to support planning and research teams. Conducted zoning, land use and policy analysis to enhance project accuracy and decision making. Collaborated with planners, architects and researchers to produce data-driven insights and reports.
- Client-Based Advanced Planning Studio, 15-Minute City - City Of Burlington, 01/01/23, 04/01/23, Led a 12 person team to propose an integrated 15-minute city model promoting walkability and sustainable mobility. Created interactive maps and zoning visualizations using ArcGIS and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Client-Based Advanced Planning Studio, River City - Don River Watershed, 01/01/22, 04/01/22, Analyzed the Don River watershed through GIS, photogrammetry and environmental design. Produced professional maps and reports illustrating sustainable land-use and ecological patterns.
Timeline
Property Consultant
REVO REALTY
10.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Manager
HOME PAINTER SERVICES
12.2023 - Current
Sports Department Associate
CANADIAN TIRE CANADA
09.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Receiver & OMNI Customer Fulfilment
WALMART CANADA
12.2021 - Current
Mortgage Agent -
REMIC (Real Estate And Mortgage Institute of Canada)
Bachelor of Urban & Regional Planning -
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY