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Sylvia L Fernandez

Ontario

Summary

Architectural designer with 3 years of experience in residential, commercial and civic projects. Skilled in AutoCAD with an understanding of building technology and regulations. Collaborative team player, attentive to detail and creative problem solver. Strong sense of commitment, willingness to learn, and a desire to work in a goal driven environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Project Manager

SARGENTI ARCHITECTS
10.2024 - Current
  • Prepare and develop lay outs and architectural drawings according to client requests
  • Coordinate drawings of the Draftsperson according to the project specifications
  • Consult technical handbooks and guidelines and assist in landlord research
  • Ability to interpret and apply state and local code compliances
  • Prepare documents for project authorization and management of bidding processes
  • Maintain accessible hardcopies and electronic files and records of survey office reports
  • Interact with clients on project clarification and other architectural requirements
  • Ensure compliance of all architectural guidelines and standards.
  • Provide architectural support to Project Manager on multiple projects
  • Train junior staff on project management tools and best practices to improve performance.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
  • Ensured client satisfaction through consistent communication, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Actively participate in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation for reliable records.
  • Support senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
  • Document project progress to fulfill project requirements and establish traceability.
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients and team members, promoting culture of open communication and trust.
  • Improved client satisfaction with regular updates and proactive communication.
  • Verify quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.

Junior Project Manager/ Designer

OLDHAM ARCHITECTS
11.2020 - Current
  • Manage multiple projects through all phases of design from concept to plan check.
  • Draft architectural plans for residential projects based on client's requirements, specifications, and budget.
  • Assist with design and construction plans for public parks, and facility improvements in the city of Buena Park, amongst other city projects.
  • Familiar with construction administration such as addenda's, CCD's and RFI's.
  • Coordinate with sub consultants to ensure integration of structural, T24, and mechanical systems.
  • Produce accurate and detailed drawings for construction to minimize errors on site.
  • Review and answer plan check comments
  • Coordinate city submittals
  • Create 3D models, renderings and video animations.
  • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Internship/ Landscape Designer

SITIO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Developed planting pallets.
  • Assisted in design documentation in concept phase.
  • Designed graphics using CAD/Land FX.

Sales Representative/ Customer Service

CHARLIE'S PRODUCE
11.2015 - 11.2020
  • Created presentations of profitable programs to potential and existing customers.
  • Notified and assisted buyers, operations, and sales support by communicating customer's needs and preferences.
  • Maintained professional relationships with restaurant owners, retailers, vendors, and coworkers.
  • Organized and provided assistance for special sales and promotions.
  • Participated in special projects necessary to the operation of the company.
  • Overviewed accounts sales and gross profit.
  • Processed credit memos, forms, and other job-related paperwork within set timelines.
  • Quick and accurate with paperwork, figures, attentive to detail, and have good follow-through.
  • Excellent phone skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
01.2021

Associate of Art - Architecture Technology

Cerritos College
01.2017

Skills

  • Knowledge of residential building design
  • Understanding of building codes and regulations
  • Research skills
  • Planning and coordinating
  • AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, Twin Motion
  • Microsoft office, Google drive/docs
  • Project scheduling
  • Project planning oversight
  • Project management
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Detail-oriented
  • Phone and email etiquette
  • Task prioritization

Timeline

Assistant Project Manager

SARGENTI ARCHITECTS
10.2024 - Current

Internship/ Landscape Designer

SITIO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
03.2021 - 07.2021

Junior Project Manager/ Designer

OLDHAM ARCHITECTS
11.2020 - Current

Sales Representative/ Customer Service

CHARLIE'S PRODUCE
11.2015 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Associate of Art - Architecture Technology

Cerritos College
Sylvia L Fernandez