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MANA MERAJI

MANA MERAJI

Architect And Design Drafter
Toronto,ON

Summary

After slightly more than 10 years working as an Architect Engineer, Drafter technologist and University lecturer, I am looking for a new challenge in both my professional and personal life. I am organized, perform well in high pressure and deadline driven. I have a good attention to details, borderline perfectionist and work efficiently on my own and as part of a team. Due to my background, I have lived in several cities and countries, therefore I adapt quickly to change and I am a curious person. For me, there is nothing worse than a question with no answer.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Design and Drafting Technologist

Limen Group Ltd.'s
toronto, Ontario
12.2023 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Updated legacy drawings using modern CAD software for increased accuracy and compliance with current regulations.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of complex engineering projects by providing expert drafting support.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive project plans, resulting in streamlined workflows.
  • Completed engineering computations and mathematical calculations, determined scales and prepared or revised specifications.
  • Supported project managers with timely delivery of accurate drafting documents, facilitating smooth project execution.
  • Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Developed expertise in multiple industry-specific CAD programs, allowing flexibility in working on diverse projects with varying requirements.

Architect

JAHAN PLAST ALBORZ
Karaj, Tehran
05.2022 - 10.2023

My main responsibilities as an Architect were:

  • Designing plans
  • Supervise 3D modelling and assist when necessary
  • Prepare and deliver presentations for client
  • Leading workers on most of my projects
  • Attend meetings alone with client, contractors, building control
  • Leading contractor on all of my projects – ensure to deliver projects on time and on budget
  • Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
  • Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
  • Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
  • Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Designed lighting systems for facade buildings.
  • Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
  • Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
  • Inspected contractor and sub-contractor work to verify construction met quality standards and complied with building codes.

Design and Drafting Technologist

JAHAN PLAST ALBORZ
Karaj, Tehran
07.2019 - 05.2022
  • Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
  • Worked closely with designers and contractors to confirm accuracy of drawings.
  • Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Implemented standardized drawing conventions across all projects, promoting consistency and ease of interpretation among stakeholders.

Qualified Architecture Engineer

Tehran
10.2012 - 09.2023

Construction Engineering Organization

Municipality Qualified grade I:

  • Designing building
  • Supervising all designs that are compatible with plans
  • Supervising all executive construction
  • Construction executive
  • The Municipal observer of the project, controlling all plans that are compatible with the Municipality rolls
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.

Lecturer

Faculty Of Art And Architecture-Azad University
Tehran
10.2012 - 06.2023

Teaching at various universities in Iran, particularly in Tehran University of art and architecture. Across these years I have covered a vast range of topic in lecturing such as;

  • Introduction to Architectural Design I, II and III
  • Building Materials
  • Applied Geometry
  • Environmental Communication
  • Architectural Communication I and II
  • Garden Design and Landscaping
  • Human, Nature and Architecture
  • Architecture Design Studio I and II
  • Historical Buildings Measurement
  • Rural Architecture
  • Introduction to Islamic Architecture
  • Computer Applications in Architecture designing
  • Studio of renovation and maintenance
  • Basic elements of arts I and II
  • Principle Of Interior Design
  • Electrical-Acoustics
  • The Rules of Interior Design
  • Building Construction I And II


Azad University of Art & Architecture (Tehran) 2014 – 2023

Azad University of Islamic-Iranian Arts (Tehran) 2020 – 2021

Azad University of Art & Architecture (Damavand) 2016 – 2018

Azad University of Art & Architecture (Parand) 2012 – 2014

University of Applied Science and Technology 2012 – 2020

Junior Architect and Interior Designer

ERAM RAD ISTA
12.2015 - 06.2019

My main responsibilities as an Architect were:

  • Designed and drafted project blueprints.
  • Utilized AutoCAD and 3DMax to complete designs, model renderings and specification details.
  • Renovation
  • Designing residential building and commercial building
  • Worked with clients to facilitate involvement and effective communication between project parties.
  • Leading contractors and workers on site

Intern Architect

ARYA ARISMAN
01.2008 - 06.2010
  • Drawing plans by computer for other architecture.
  • Computer modeling.
  • Accompany colleagues to meetings.

Education

Master of Science - Architectural Engineering

Heriot Watt University
United Kingdom
09.2011 - 2012.11

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

Azad University
Iran
09.2003 - 2008.01

Two-year Diploma - Interior Design And Decoration

Shahid Beheshti University
Iran
02.2008 - 2010.02

Skills

    Landscape architecture

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Accomplishments

  • Abandoned bathhouses of Damavand” Book, by Tahangostar – September 2020, ISBN 978-622-7460-82-7
  • Architectural beliefs” Book, by Tahangostar – September 2020, ISBN 978-622-7460-85-8
  • Review of sustainability components in the architecture of traditional Iranian baths, Case study: Mahale Darvish bathhouse”, national Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development - September 2020
  • (ISC Code 99300-19626)
  • Reduction in energy consumption PCM assisted under-floor electrical heating system”, 2nd International Conference on Environment, Civil, Architecture and Urban Development – September 2020
  • Re-reading the physical system of Villa d'Este by emphasis on Italian gardening in the Renaissance” 6th International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development – September 2020
  • Reduction in energy consumption in design phase” International Conference on Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Development of Contemporary Iran - August 2017
  • (ISC Code 96161-11202)
  • The analytical survey on application of project management in architectural design” Ninth International Conference on Project Management – February 2014

Timeline

Design and Drafting Technologist

Limen Group Ltd.'s
12.2023 - Current

Architect

JAHAN PLAST ALBORZ
05.2022 - 10.2023

Design and Drafting Technologist

JAHAN PLAST ALBORZ
07.2019 - 05.2022

Junior Architect and Interior Designer

ERAM RAD ISTA
12.2015 - 06.2019

Qualified Architecture Engineer

Tehran
10.2012 - 09.2023

Lecturer

Faculty Of Art And Architecture-Azad University
10.2012 - 06.2023

Master of Science - Architectural Engineering

Heriot Watt University
09.2011 - 2012.11

Two-year Diploma - Interior Design And Decoration

Shahid Beheshti University
02.2008 - 2010.02

Intern Architect

ARYA ARISMAN
01.2008 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Architectural Engineering

Azad University
09.2003 - 2008.01
MANA MERAJIArchitect And Design Drafter