Christian Florez
Toronto,ON
Summary
Highly skilled Architect with extensive Design skills, including Landscape, Public buildings and Interior Design. 3 years of experience in park planning, landscape design, and development. 10 years overall experience as an Architect. High skills for research and analysis to provide necessary inputs for project planning, desing, construction, and to facilitate project managers decision making. Creativity and experience to create high quality graphic renderings to support project visioning (3D Softwares). Proficient in preparing contract documents, and technical details for Community Services' projects. Experienced in several construction techniques for public building infrastructure such as: Stadiums, Parks, Public Schools and Kindergartens. Ability to work independently with great problem-solving capabilities. Conducts detailed research and analysis within tight deadlines to identify best practices and opportunities for service delivery improvement. Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively conducting high end results and relationships. Skilled in verbal and written communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary of Government
Engativá Town Hall
Bogotá, Colombia
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Responsible for designing, planning and preparing specifications, and contract documents for Construction Projects of Parks and Roadways for the City of Bogotá
- Crafting 3D renderings, graphic plans, and drawings specifically tailored for Community´s and Govermnent´s public meetings
- Embracing a flexible approach by handling additional office and site responsibilities, demonstrating a strong sense of commitment to overall project success
- Supervised the design, landscaping and construction of parks in Bogotá, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety regulations, quality standards and fulfilling Community´s needs
- On-site field reviews to closely monitor and report on project construction activities performed, always focused to achieve compliance to Contract Documents and build high quality goods
- Leading frecuent meetings with the Community to connect their interests and needs, with the project scope, time frame and budget.
Coordinating Architect
Ecodesign Consortium
Bogotá, Colombia
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Led the design and coordination of the Development Community Center and Kindergarten "Paticos" project
- Designed a functional and engaging environment for 60 children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including engineers, contractors, government authorities and stake-holders, to ensure the successful execution of the project.
Interior Designer
Proyecta Diseño
Bogotá, Colombia
- 12.2019
- Led interior design and decoration projects for model apartments in collaboration with major construction companies in Bogota
- Conducted the entire 3D modeling process, refining designs until client approval was achieved
- Demonstrated exceptional project management skills, delivering projects on time and meeting tight deadlines
- Collaborated effectively with construction teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth and successful project delivery.
Architect
District Secretariat for Social Integration
Bogota, AB
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintained compliance frameworks, policies and documentation to support audits.
- Stayed abreast of applicable laws and state or federal regulation to report violations.
- Monitored compliance risk controls to identify deviations and offer recommendations.
- Conducted reviews to foster ongoing compliance with federal and local regulations.
- Monitored regulatory developments to communicate risks or opportunities to relevant groups.
Architectural Engineer
Jafe Consortium
Bogota, Bogota
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Supervised crew to facilitate top quality and achievement of project milestones.
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Mentored field personnel in executing tasks to complete projects on time and under budget.
- Reported to Project Manager with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Reduced cost by utilizing site resources, schedules, budgets and subcontractors effectively.
- Decreased obstacles and saved time by spearheading emergency issue resolution.
Architecture Supervisor
Constructora A&C
Bogota, Bogota
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Assessed task completion to meet tight project deadlines.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Encouraged team collaboration and motivated individual employees through positive reinforcement and technical recognition.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Design Architect
Arquint
Bogota, Bogota
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Discussed design specifications and procedures with project manager, engineering team and construction manager.
- Interacted with clients to provide timely and relevant status updates.
- Completed formal design intent and construction documentation.
- Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Performed site due diligence and site selection for clients.
Education
Certificate in Government And Public Management - Political Science
Pontifical Xavierian University
Bogota, Col.08.2022
Certificate in Project Management -
Pilot University of Colombia
12.2017
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture - Architecture
Pontifical Xavierian University
Bogota, Col.05.2013
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Diligent
- Passion for Public Serving
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Project Management
- On-site Execution
- Computer Skills
- Contract Supervision
- Adobe Suite proficiency
- Mastery of PowerPoint
- Exceptional sense of aesthetics
- Project Management processes
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Interpersonal Communication
- Highly skilled in 3D and 2D CAD
- 3D rendering software
- Proficient in SketchUp
- Drawing and sketching
- Site surveys
- Construction Surveys
- Excel proficiency
- Design process
- Strong analytical ability
- Commercial interior design
- Excellent attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Client-oriented
- Key Performance Indicators
- Verbal and written communication
- Negotiation
- Creative mindset
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Process innovation
Websites
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited
Italian
Limited
German
Limited
Timeline
Secretary of Government
Engativá Town Hall
06.2020 - 03.2023
Coordinating Architect
Ecodesign Consortium
01.2020 - 06.2020
Architect
District Secretariat for Social Integration
01.2018 - 12.2018
Architectural Engineer
Jafe Consortium
11.2016 - 08.2017
Architecture Supervisor
Constructora A&C
06.2014 - 11.2016
Design Architect
Arquint
09.2013 - 06.2014
Interior Designer
Proyecta Diseño
- 12.2019
Certificate in Government And Public Management - Political Science
Pontifical Xavierian University
Certificate in Project Management -
Pilot University of Colombia
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture - Architecture
Pontifical Xavierian University
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