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Mustapha Asuku Raji

Mustapha Asuku Raji

Architect/Urban Planner/Researcher
Hamilton,Ontario

Summary

Accomplished Project Manager offering Number years of experience in Industry. Successful when leading high-performing teams to sustain product vision, roadmap and business goals. Exceptional technical expertise, leadership and talent for driving stellar, on-target results. Well-versed in building positive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. Strong requirements gathering, scope development and inventory coordination abilities. Skilled at overseeing complex, high-value technical projects with excellent planning competencies. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON, ON
2024.01 - 2024.01
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Senior Architect (Project and Design)

Upper Niger River Basin Development Authority
12.2016 - Current
  • I Provided Architectural Designs and in charge of Project Implementation
  • I prepared project Reports and visit Site to monitor and Inspect on – going projects
  • I Developed project brief, plan project Implementation for Execution and prepare Estimate
  • Cost for Propose Projects
  • I collaborated with allies’ professionals in delivering target tasks.
  • Improved building efficiency by implementing sustainable design principles in architectural projects.
  • Streamlined project completion timelines by effectively managing resources and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
  • Optimized building functionality through the application of innovative design solutions for complex projects.

Post Graduate Student

University of Seoul
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • RESEARCH WORKS
  • Design Innovation; BIM for Built Environment; Sustainable Design; Eco-system in Architecture;
  • Emerging Technology in Building Material; Urban planning/Regeneration; Smart cities;
  • Raji.M (2020) Accessing the Impact of Rail Infrastructural Development in Abuja (Nigeria)
  • International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research Volume 11, Issue 5, May-2020, Sothum and Raji.M (2021) Improving the Capacity of Public Private Partnership (PPP) in Municipal Solid Waste Management, Phnom Penh, International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research Volume 12, Issue 11, November-2021, 619 – 672
  • Sharifi, A., Srivastava, R., Singh, N., Tomar, R., Raji, M.A (2022) Recent Advances in Smart Cities and Urban Resilience and the Need for Resilient Smart Cities In: Sharifi, A., Salehi, P (eds) Resilient Smart Cities The Urban Book Series Springer, Cham Https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-95037-8_2
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively as a Course representative between the student and professor (Lecturer)

Project Architect

Loh & Or Construction Nigeria Limited
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • I Prepared all Logistic Management controls
  • I participated in monthly site meeting with the Directors and Supervisors and served as clerk of works to the project
  • I worked on Design concepts and improved the design concepts to working drawings
  • Delivered high-quality architectural designs for various projects, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.

Director Design and Project Implementation

Spinal Engineering Services Nig.Ltd
01.2008 - 10.2015
  • I prepared legal contracts documents for both contractors and clients
  • I participated in drafting annual Budget for the company
  • I Developed project plans for clients.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.

Graduate Architect

Ahmadu Bello University
08.2008 - 07.2009
  • I Participated in developing client’s briefs
  • I supervised contractors work and gives comments for onward correction by the contractor.
  • Collaborated with project teams to create innovative architectural solutions for complex design challenges.
  • Improved building design efficiency by incorporating sustainable materials and energy-saving technologies.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
10.2024

M.sc in Urban Planning and Admin. -

University of Seoul
Seoul, SK
08.2021

M.Tech in Architecture - Architectural Engineering Technology

Federal University of Technology, Minna
Minna, NG
10.2012

B. Tech in Architecture -

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Bauchi, NG
05.2008

Skills

  • Site Analysis Expertise
  • Project Management Expertise
  • Software Proficiency
  • Innovative Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration Aptitude
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Urban Planning Experience
  • Strategic Planning Proficiency
  • Strong Leadership Abilities
  • Design Presentation Techniques
  • Freehand Sketching
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Design Development
  • Project Planning

Accomplishments

  • Planned and Executed the Renovation of the Kogi state University Student Residence.
  • Planned and Execute the Construction of 2km perimeter Fence wall of Kogi State University Main Campus.
  • Business Proposal Development: Urban Renewal Development Plan, Estate Development.
  • Prepare Preliminary Site Layout for Proposed Free Trade zone. (Niger Energies Service, Republic of Niger)
  • Prepared Architectural Design for A Commercial Development at Katampe, Abuja.
  • Development of Proposal Outline for Residential /Commercial Buildings in Katampe, Abuja.
  • Prepared Design Proposal for Estate Layout for Ava Cement Staff
  • Housing Development, Along Okpe-Igarra, Edo State,
  • Prepared the Design of Prototype Building for Ava Cement Staff
  • Housing Development, Along Okpe-Igarra, Edo State,
  • Proposed Vision Clinic, at Dantata Estate, Gwarimpa, Abuja
  • Proposed Shopping Plaza, at Gana Street, Maitama. Abuja. collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.

Pronouns

He/Him/His

Research And Technical Experience

  • Research Interest.

Design Innovation, BIM for Built Environment, Sustainable Design, Eco-system in Architecture, Emerging Technology in Building Material, Urban planning/Regeneration, Smart cities, Refabrication, Smart/Sustainable Energy, University of Seoul, Seoul, SK, South Korea, Post Graduate Student,

  • Research Works.

1. Accessing the Impact of Rail Infrastructural Development in Abuja (Nigeria), International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 11, 5, 05/2020, 87-91,

2.Improving the Capacity of Public Private Partnership (PPP) in Municipal Solid Waste Management, Phnom Penh, International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 12, 11, 11/2021, 619-672,

3.Recent Advances in Smart Cities and Urban Resilience and the Need for Resilient Smart Cities, Resilient Smart Cities, Sharifi, A., Salehi, P., Springer, Cham, 2022, 10.1007/978-3-030-95037-8_2,

4.Architecture and Emerging Cities: The Impact of Technological Change in Building Material, A Study of Minna, Nigeria, International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 7, 05/2020, 19-48, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Minna, NG, Nigeria, Post Graduate Student,

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Volunteer

Mohawk College
2024.01 - 2024.01

Post Graduate Student

University of Seoul
08.2019 - 08.2021

Senior Architect (Project and Design)

Upper Niger River Basin Development Authority
12.2016 - Current

Project Architect

Loh & Or Construction Nigeria Limited
03.2013 - 06.2016

Graduate Architect

Ahmadu Bello University
08.2008 - 07.2009

Director Design and Project Implementation

Spinal Engineering Services Nig.Ltd
01.2008 - 10.2015

Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

M.sc in Urban Planning and Admin. -

University of Seoul

M.Tech in Architecture - Architectural Engineering Technology

Federal University of Technology, Minna

B. Tech in Architecture -

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Mustapha Asuku RajiArchitect/Urban Planner/Researcher