Vectorworks
Joel Andreson Obnial
Architect / Interior Designer
Sharjah
Summary
Design Manager with 4 years of experience in design management. Applies strategic management skills to plan and organize workflow and direct, coach and discipline design team. Drives initiative and demonstrates excellent organization and communication in fast-paced dynamic environment and collaborates with management team for greatest potential impact.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
1
1
Licensed and Registered Architect in the Philippines
Work History
Design Manager
Zebra Projects FZE
Sharjah
07.2018 - Current
- Developed key client relationships and manage a team of Senior and Junior designers to closely coordinate with a well-known Coffee Shop brand client in London.
- Led interior design across conceptual, schematic, design development phases.
- Responsible for overall workload planning and communicate with clients feasible project delivery dates.
- Spearheaded design process to meet client specifications and standards. Responsible for QA/QC of design development drawings before final issuance.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
- Control processes, review workflow and ensure delivery dates of projects are being met.
- Responsible for client communication and works closely with the Design Team for proper implementation of Design Intent Tool packages (concept designs), library set-up, template formats.
- Evaluate quality of work received from designers and ensure it is up to agreed standards.
- Agree with client appropriate work fees on project-to-project basis and issue Work Authorization Forms for approval before project commencement.
- Coach in communication skills, team management as needed to each individual.
- Oversee and supports overall training and development of design team to be able to meet up day to day demands.
Senior Interior Designer
Zebra Projects FZE
Sharjah
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Responsible for schematic, Design Intent Packages, and Design development drawings production using Vectorworks to communicate design intent and direction.
- Review projects based on market standards and previous project experience before issuance to client. Responsible for communicating project-related queries to client.
- Assists Design Manager in receiving and recording project requests via email. Responsible in reviewing all information necessary prior to project commencement.
- Assists in planning of projects, keeping up-to-date of project trackers, and check deadlines are met.
Interior Designer
Zebra Projects FZE
Sharjah
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Developed drawing packages for a well-known coffee shop brand using CAD softwares like Revit, Sketchup, and Vectorworks with speed and accuracy.
- Flexible to handle multiple projects at once and able to meet deadlines.
- Interpreted over sketches to create detailed layouts and 3D models using Revit and SketchUp.
- Managed drafting and design for over several projects from concept through delivery.
Concept Designer / 3D Visualizer
International Engineering Consultants
Sharjah
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Produce overall concept presentation of floorplans, elevations and design visualization using Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator.
- Closely working with Senior Architect in developing conceptual massing for final development of 3D models using SketchUp and 3D Max.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines 06.2008 - 08.2013
Skills
Excellent Communication
undefinedSoftware
Revit
SketchUp
3DS Max
Lumion
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
AutoCAD
Interests
Free-hand Sketching
Digital Art
Photography
Rendering
Design & Space Planning
Timeline
Design Manager
Zebra Projects FZE
07.2018 - Current
Senior Interior Designer
Zebra Projects FZE
06.2016 - 07.2018
Interior Designer
Zebra Projects FZE
07.2015 - 07.2016
Concept Designer / 3D Visualizer
International Engineering Consultants
10.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of Santo Tomas
06.2008 - 08.2013
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