Ar. DIVYA BIJU

• With 13 years Professional experience together from UAE & INDIA in in mixed-use, high rise, hospitality, office, and residential projects. I also have significant experience in both design ,supervision & fit out of retail, theatre, museum, urban design, and master planning projects.
• I have an excellent communication skill in English both verbally and in writing
• I was involved in on site jobs from start to end of projects
• I have good physical stamina to be able to face any challenges in site
• CAREER OBJECTIVE
• To secure a challenging position as an Architect in a well-established organization with a stable environment, where I can use my skills to benefit the company.

Project Involved :

Lead Architect

AMRIGAURD Police Sports Complex Building ,Sharjah ,UAE:

Interior design development,coordination and execution of the newly built AMRIGAURD sports complex sports & administration building with 25000 Sq ft area which include sports facilities for swimming pool & associated amenities,office space etc.

Sharjah Municipality Car Impound Administration Complex,Sharjah,UAE: Architectural &Interior design development,coordination and execution of the Municipality Car Impound administration building with 15000 Sq ft area which include office space & other ancillary facilities.

Hill Top Villa Khorfakkan,Sharjah,UAE:
Luxury Palace of His Highness Villa interior Refurbishment & landscape design which involved Interior Design, Fit-Out, Facade, Landscape, MEP Work, Construction Work, Aluminum Work, Marble Work, Joinery Work, Metal & Glasswork, Cladding Work, Gypsum Work etc PROJECT SUPPLIES: Pantry, Curtains, Custom-made Furniture, Marble, Decorative Items, Chandelier

Beach Villa Khorfakkan,Sharjah,UAE:

Luxury Palace of His Highness Villa interior Refurbishment & landscape design which involved Interior Design, Fit-Out, Facade, Landscape, MEP Work, Construction Work, Aluminum Work, Marble Work, Joinery Work, Metal & Glasswork, Cladding Work, Gypsum Work etc PROJECT SUPPLIES: Pantry, Curtains, Custom-made Furniture, Marble, Decorative Items, Chandelier

BEEAH Headquarters Sharjah,UAE : Exterior Compound wall & public realm landscape development and extension project. Selection of landscape elements and plants as per design Project coordination with landscape contractor and suppliers

AMRIGAURD Police Sports Complex Building ,Sharjah ,UAE:

Landscape design & Design coordination

Involved in the preparation of master plan,site supervision and execution of the project on site

Selection of materials ,street furniture's,lighting and selection of plants

Job Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and designing architectural ,interior fit-out and engineering plans.
• Researching and maintaining knowledge of various engineering disciplines, application methods, and materials.
• Monitoring the work of other Interior designers, Architects and making recommendations or scheduling workshops as required.
• Providing guidance to subcontractors like builders, plumbers, and electricians, and helping them interpret design specifications.
• Liaising with clients to ensure all issues are addressed in a timely manner, and that project requirements are met.
• Ensuring the team works together to achieve set goals and targets.
• Acting as a mentor to new Architects/Interior designers and helping them fine-tune their design skills and improve their industry knowledge.
• Networking and consulting with various industry professionals.

• Tutor for Architectural Technology under Scottish Qualifications Authority

Project Involved

Fakeeh University Hospital Silicon Oasis Dubai,UAE

• Preparation and co-ordination of shop drawings for Fakeeh University Hospital Silicon Oasis Dubai,UAE

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review Architectural and interior fit out drawings, specification and contract documents to ensure compliance with contract requirement such as shop drawings, Method statement, Material submittal including Facade, Interior design
• Mentoring newly Joined Architect and Student trainee
• Assisting in review of Facade, Interior Design and Landscape shop drawing and Material Submittals.

Projects

Temporary Labour Camp design for Hyundai Engineering & construction

Preparation and coordination of Mater plan for labour camp layout

Industrial Catering Facility for LULU International Group,Abudhabi

Preparation and coordination of Mater plan for the Catering Facility

Logistics Park for Abudhabi Port KIZAD

Preparation of Master plan of 105 pre-built warehouse to Abudhabi Port

Luxury Villa Design & Refurbishment

• Developed interior design concepts and prepared interior systems and finishes.
• Create professional presentations to communicate design intent and direction.
• Involved in furniture selection and documentation of the specifications.
• Preparation of floor and furniture plans,mood board with color, fabric, and other building material palettes for commercial customers.
• Design floor plans, elevations, photo montages and power points presentations and material boards for both review and approval of the client.
• Programme client's need from schematic design to the construction document phase and installation.
• Participated in furniture selection and documentation of the specifications.
• Ensure plans meet all building code requirements plus being functional and aesthetically appropriate

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design management, coordination with consultants, reviewing drawings, conceptual design making and site visits
• Assist in Business development initiative & special projects
• Produced construction permit sets for Labor Camp, residential renovation and addition projects
• Coordinate with Third party consultant for project development and Civil Defense services permission
• Maintained communication with consultants to facilitate project activities along with expediting drawing and approvals
• Drafted architectural details, life & safety drawings for a Labor Camp drawings and life & safety drawing
• Communicated MEP drawing requirements with engineers
• Produced presentation drawings for portfolio and client communications
• Conducted site visits and drafted as built for single-family residences.

• In-Charge of 8th ` Ras Al Khaimah Urban design project in coordination with Al Qasmi Foundation making students work harmoniously in a team environment, practicing open communication
• Made students perform documentation and presentation work, including 3D models, illustrate plans, diagrams, spreadsheets, Scale comparisons and visualization
• Assisted in the preparation and presentation of reports and submitted to the Ras Al Khaimah Planning Authority.

• Performed documentation and presentation work, including illustrative plans, diagrams, landscape drawings, spreadsheets, scale comparisons and visualization
• Maintained communication with consultants to facilitate project activities along with expediting drawing and approvals
• Assisted in the preparation and presentation of plans and reports to the client and regulators
• Conducted site visits and drafted as built for single-family residences
• Participated in construction administration of many residential projects and extension & interior renovation
• Resolve design issues and corrected drawing details
• Involved in Master planning and Landscape Design of - KINFRA IT Park, koratty, Kerala, India, NIFT Campus Planning,Kannur

• Involved in documentation, heritage listing, Mapping & presentation of buildings & meeting with government agencies & other associated authority
• Involved in community development, stake holder meeting, data analysis & application of sustainable principals for preparation of Comprehensive Development Plan for the City
• Conducted site visits and drafted as built for single-family residences
• Worked harmoniously in a team environment, practicing open communication

• Prepare and develop architectural drawings to meet client specifications
• Assisted architects in handling construction drawings for homes and commercial buildings
• Reviewed and analyzed architectural inputs within construction drawings and plans
• Measure and decide project approaches, meeting with engineers to discuss problematic issues and formulate resolution
• Order proper materials, communicate with subcontractors,
• Completed over 65 new construction projects and buildouts for brand name banks, store chains, IT Parks, Campus planning and medical facilities in 10 years

• Professional development completed in Urban design & Landscape Architecture

Registered with Council of Architecture, India

• Member of Council of Architecture India

given for renewal. COMPETETION Had participated and submitted Entry for Micro Housing

– International Architecture Competition

• Awarded LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE