Daniel M. Desjardins
Rockland,ON
Summary
With over 25 years of professional experience, including my current role as a BCIN-certified Architectural Technologist at Cardel Homes Inc., I produce and coordinate detailed architectural plans and custom drawings throughout all phases of residential construction. I coordinate structural, mechanical and joist/truss designs throughout the permit application/approval process. Highly effective at collaborating with colleagues and clients to achieve timely results and to meet project deadlines.
Team success is paramount.
Excellent communication skills in both English and French and am motivated to continuously learn and evolve to better resolve challenges and improve overall efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Architectural Technologist
Cardel Homes Inc.
10.2023 - Current
- Produce, manage & revise architectural drawings for residential homes and townhomes, along with plans for sales reference, brochures, design reference, site grading and construction.
- Coordinate architectural, structural, mechanical & joist/truss designs for building permit submittal packages.
- Consult and collaborate with city officials to ensure compliance with new and applicable building codes, regulations, zoning laws/by-laws, etc.
- Perform site visits for inspections and for data collection.
- Develop custom drawings and sketches per design team upgrades/requests and according to client needs.
- Assist in product development for new home models.
- Ongoing coordination with architectural team to improve AutoCAD proficiency and with all teams (Sales, Estimating, Design & Construction) for better overall efficiency.
- Contribute to successful project completion by coordinating closely with contractors and trades during the construction phase.
Senior Design Drafting Technician
Leibe Engineering Associates
09.2005 - 10.2023
- Produce and organize AutoCAD design drawings accurately and efficiently for residential, commercial and industrial designs.
- Manage and coordinate company drafting department and all drafting standards application while managing and completing simultaneous projects in a deadline-oriented environment, including language translation.
- Train junior staff in AutoCAD practices & code compliance to improve and ensure overall team efficiency in order to achieve company goals.
- Perform duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
- Quickly learn new skills and apply them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity, including working flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Coordinate with clients, Architects, consultants, Project Managers, Contractors and system Subcontractors to create accurate design drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Consult and communicate with City Officials and other governing agencies to achieve permits and approvals.
- Perform site visits for inspections and for data collection.
- Examples of projects include countless demolitions, fit-ups, renovations and additions with longstanding clients such as NRC, NCC, City of Ottawa, University of Ottawa, Ingredion Canada, Zibi, Ville de Hull/Gatineau, and Place du Portage.
Design Drafting Technician
Novatech Engineering Consultants
09.2000 - 09.2005
- Used AutoCAD to prepare structural and civil engineering design drawings and blueprints in a team-orientated environment.
- Applied knowledge of Ontario building codes to drafting projects.
- Collaborated with design and engineering staffs to solve AutoCAD and drafting-related issues.
- Worked with Architects, consultants and clients to efficiently resolve planning and construction challenges.
- Worked in the field with survey staff to collect data information and to ultimately produce site plan design drawings.
Planning Department Draftsman
Ontario Property Assessment Corporation
06.1999 - 06.2000
- Produced and revised provincial and municipal site plans and property drawings for the five (5) townships of eastern Ontario, primarily using manual drafting standards.
- Collected land transfer legal documentation and evaluated information provided by provincial and municipal government agencies in order to accurately produce, revise and manage record plan drawings.
- Worked with project team and manager in design process to facilitate and update details of each project.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ecole Secondaire La Citadelle
Cornwall, ONAssociate of Arts - Architectural Technology
Algonquin College
Ottawa04.1997
Skills
- Bilingual (English and French)
- Excellent communication ability
- Team player
- Experienced and proficient in the building permit application process
- AutoCAD design and drafting proficiency
- Engineering and Construction Design development in all major building materials (concrete, masonry, structural steel and wood)
- Strong leadership qualities, including 30 years of experience in both coaching and officiating at junior and adult sports levels (hockey, baseball, softball and volleyball)
- Microsoft OFFICE program (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Adobe Acrobat
- Highly-organized, meticulous to detail and efficient multitasker
- Manual drafting expertise
Certification
BCIN Certification (Ontario Building Code - House) with The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing of Ontario, Canada.
Timeline
Sr. Architectural Technologist
Cardel Homes Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Senior Design Drafting Technician
Leibe Engineering Associates
09.2005 - 10.2023
Design Drafting Technician
Novatech Engineering Consultants
09.2000 - 09.2005
Planning Department Draftsman
Ontario Property Assessment Corporation
06.1999 - 06.2000
High School Diploma -
Ecole Secondaire La Citadelle
Associate of Arts - Architectural Technology
Algonquin College
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