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Ayodeji Akinduro

Saint John

Summary

Versatile professional, blending architectural insight with construction management expertise. Skilled in coordinating on-site operations and ensuring adherence to design specifications. Seeking to leverage hands-on experience in both construction and architecture to contribute effectively as an intern Architect. Eager to contribute to the team’s success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Aims to learn and grow under the mentorship of experienced architects while contributing innovative design solutions. Results-driven professional provides customers with tailored solutions to meet needs. Successfully establishes relationships with customers and delivers quality service. Agile individual with excellent communication and customer service skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Tax Payer Service Agent

Govt of Canada
01.2024
  • Gather information from taxpayers and research possible responses or solutions and accurately respond to their enquiries 99% of the time
  • Reduce escalations of tickets by 98% by providing explanations and/or clarifications to taxpayers over the telephone in response to enquiries concerning the filing and processing of Individual tax returns
  • Explain various social programs administered by the CRA and make appropriate referrals
  • Perform various calculations on taxpayer's accounts and provide 100% accurate findings to taxpayers.

Interior Designer/Decorator/Freelance

Private Homeowner
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Visited job sites to meet and discuss design requests with clients
  • Designed and decorated projects with a budget of not more than $50,000
  • Created an extensive database of electricals, wall, and construction suppliers to maintain low delivery costs
  • Developed designs using computer software like AutoCAD
  • Selected appropriate wood finish, flooring, wall coverings, furniture, and lighting fixtures for clients
  • Documented up-to-date notes and detailed records of meeting minutes with clients.

Site Superintendent/Freelance

Private Homeowner
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated deliveries of material and equipment with suppliers and vendors
  • Created schedules for workers and subcontractors
  • Managed deliveries of material and equipment with suppliers and vendors
  • Prepared expense reports which outlined cost estimates for suppliers, material, labor and other related costs.

Insurance Advisor

TD Insurance
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Promoted 100% client loyalty through attention to details and relationship-building
  • Cultivated effective client relationships and pursued new clients’ opportunities through a positive and flexible approach
  • Demonstrated proven ability to multi-task and work under strict deadlines.

Project Manager/Architect/Site Supervisor

De Dezzign Konsult & Construction Limited
01.2010 - 10.2019
  • Organized and allocated available resources to maximize fixed cost and profit contributions
  • Produced conceptual design/completion of Architectural blueprint and Supervision of New ATM Galleries for Guaranty Trust Banks
  • Assigned appropriate tasks to each project foreman and monitored their progress 100% of the time
  • Respected updated procedures while implementing the company's safety program and ensured that the projects’ materials, plants, and equipment were all under overall inventory management
  • Managed Projects and oversaw field activities of most renovation and extension of FCMB banks to align with goal and objectives of the bank
  • Monitored onsite construction activities like verification of materials and equipment, progress of onsite construction work and completion dates
  • Participated in off-site tasks as needed, such as site inspections, meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors
  • Helped with the orientation and assessment of the designated architectural and design/drafting staff
  • Implemented all labor agreements in accordance with the existing protocols and worked with the estimator/project coordinator to arrange the administration of contracts
  • Reviewed reports/documents like Tenders and Engineering Value from the project's consultants by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing construction and budget data and trends to ensure they fall within scope and budget
  • Collaborated independently and within a team to maintained good rapport with clients
  • Carried out fundamental architectural tasks, such as creating, examining, and endorsing drawings as needed
  • Hired and negotiated contracts with vendors, seasoned contractors, and sub-contractors to make sure projects were within budget and executed within approved scope
  • Ensured all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality, and risk) for individual real estate projects including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout met accepted goals
  • Provide support across various project tasks as needed for success.

Project Manager/Technical Advisor

Mastermind Construction
04.2011 - 01.2013
  • Supervised and coordinated construction staff and day-to-day activities at the project site
  • Prepared and presented design proposal to clients and developed conceptual designs for team discussion
  • Planned and maintained project schedules on all projects to ensure project schedules are adhered to accordingly
  • Managed and monitored project schedules within budget guidelines, progress, and costs to ensure projects were completed on time and effectively
  • Handled complete architectural working/construction and presentation of drawings of 300 mixed residential housing Development to stakeholders
  • Designed site layout plans and prepared full set of Architectural drawings to get development and building permit
  • Ensured client satisfaction by implementing corrective actions and proper communication
  • Maintained design consistency throughout project while acting as a liaison between clients, architects, consultants, engineers, and sub-contractors.

Education

Diploma in Construction Project Management -

George Brown College

Architectural practice in Canada -

RAIC

Foundation in Accounting 1 -

New Brunswick Community College

Certificate in Sustainable Architecture -

UGREEN Building School
01.2021

Certificate in Fall Arrest Awareness & Scaffold Safety -

Safety Service New Brunswick
01.2021

Foundation of Project Management certificate -

University of Toronto
01.2021

Master of Landscape Architecture -

University of Lagos
01.2015

Bachelor of Technology Architecture -

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
01.2010

Skills

  • Excellent communication/organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in MS office, Outlook, Corel Draw
  • Proficient in AutoCAD/for design and drafting
  • Ability to interpret plan/construction blueprint confers
  • High level of independent judgment and reasoning
  • Construction Administration /Planning/Scheduling /Construction & Roofing

References

Referee Available Upon Request

Timeline

Tax Payer Service Agent

Govt of Canada
01.2024

Interior Designer/Decorator/Freelance

Private Homeowner
09.2023 - 01.2024

Site Superintendent/Freelance

Private Homeowner
06.2022 - 08.2022

Insurance Advisor

TD Insurance
01.2020 - 05.2021

Project Manager/Technical Advisor

Mastermind Construction
04.2011 - 01.2013

Project Manager/Architect/Site Supervisor

De Dezzign Konsult & Construction Limited
01.2010 - 10.2019

Diploma in Construction Project Management -

George Brown College

Architectural practice in Canada -

RAIC

Foundation in Accounting 1 -

New Brunswick Community College

Certificate in Sustainable Architecture -

UGREEN Building School

Certificate in Fall Arrest Awareness & Scaffold Safety -

Safety Service New Brunswick

Foundation of Project Management certificate -

University of Toronto

Master of Landscape Architecture -

University of Lagos

Bachelor of Technology Architecture -

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

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