OJEVWE ADEKOYA
ROCKLAND,ONTARIO
Summary
Creative Architectural Technologist specializing in improving designs to maximize functionality, sustainability and customer satisfaction. Flexible approach to developing innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technologist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2024 - Current
- Produced drawings, specifications and submittal packages.
- Ensured compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, and regulations throughout project development stages.
- Worked with licensing, permitting, planning and inspection authorities to evaluate and resolve concerns.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues across various disciplines to support collaborative working environments.
- Increased client satisfaction rates by promptly addressing concerns or questions related to technical aspects of architectural projects.
- Reviewed buildings already in use to determine areas in need of improvement for current and future designs.
- Created CAD models and technical working drawings.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings using AutoCAD 2025.
- Evaluated project sketches and drawings for technical and measurement errors.
- Maintained strong knowledge of latest drafting software to create fresh, accurate project drawings.
Architectural Technologist
KRN Residential Design
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Analyzed site conditions and conducted feasibility studies for optimal building placement and orientation.
- Enabled better decision-making by providing architects with up-to-date information on material availability, cost estimates, and construction methodologies.
- Involved in architectural and residential design development, preliminary sketches, concept formulation and schematics
- Assisted and collaborated with Architects, Consultants, Contractors, Project Managers and Clients, as part of the project team
- Visited, measured and evaluated construction sites.
- Worked with licensing, permitting, planning and inspection authorities to evaluate and resolve concerns.
- Ensured compliance with local zoning laws, building codes, and regulations throughout project development stages.
- Delivered high-quality technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit software, ensuring accurate representation of architectural designs.
- Analyzed building codes, space and site requirements and other technical documents and reports to determine effect on architectural designs.
- Optimized space utilization through detailed analysis of client requirements and efficient space planning strategies.
AUTOCAD Drafter
Fesim Designs
01.2009 - 12.2016
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to expand industry knowledge and maintain expertise as a CAD Drafter.
- Troubleshot technical issues within CAD software, resolving problems quickly to minimize disruptions to the drafting process.
- Managed drafting and design for projects from concept through delivery.
- Worked with architects, engineers and customers to efficiently resolve planning and construction issues.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD.
- Optimized design processes by staying up-to-date on industry trends, software updates, and best practices for CAD drafting techniques.
- Interpreted architectural sketches to create detailed blueprints for construction projects.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Consulted with project managers, design consultants and sub-contractors to produce and alter drawings.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Drafted and revised CAD drawings to meet client specifications.
- Produced sketches and diagrams to illustrate design concepts.
- Generated accurate technical drawings for various projects.
Architectural Project Officer
Global Cherryhill Limited
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Reduced project delivery timelines through meticulous planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in executing complex projects on time, within budget constraints, while adhering to stringent quality standards.
- Allocated project resources to drive productivity and maximize efficiency.
- Overcame unforeseen challenges by proactively identifying potential issues promptly developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Monitored deadlines and milestones to keep team on track with project schedule.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Kept stakeholders informed of progress through regular status updates clearly communicating any changes to project scope, timeline or budget.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
Project Monitoring Officer
First City Monument Bank
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Education
Architectural Technologies - Architectural And Building Technology
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Moose Jaw, SKMaster of Arts - Interior Design
University of Wolverhampton
United KingdomMaster of Architecture - Architecture Studies
Obafemi Awolowo University
NigeriaSkills
- AUTOCAD 2025
- REVIT 2023
- Lumion
- SketchUp
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign and Photoshop
- 2D and 3D renderings
- Interpersonal Skills
- Design management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication - verbal/written
- Organizational Skills
- Site planning
- Interior design
- Project Management
- Building codes knowledge
- Code Compliance
- Space Planning
- Construction documentation
- Building Information Modeling
- Site appraisals
- Project Coordination
- Cost Estimation
- Architectural detailing
- Layout drawings
- Design development
- Material Selection
- Structural analysis
- Specifications understanding
- Contract Administration
- Contract Development
- Site evaluation & analysis
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Thinking
Referencesavailable
On request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hobbies
Baking, Music, Movies, Spy novels.
Timeline
Engineering Technologist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2024 - Current
Architectural Technologist
KRN Residential Design
05.2022 - 12.2023
AUTOCAD Drafter
Fesim Designs
01.2009 - 12.2016
Architectural Project Officer
Global Cherryhill Limited
01.2009 - 10.2009
Project Monitoring Officer
First City Monument Bank
01.2006 - 09.2007
Architectural Technologies - Architectural And Building Technology
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Master of Arts - Interior Design
University of Wolverhampton
Master of Architecture - Architecture Studies
Obafemi Awolowo University
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