Cem Dogan Akgun

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  • Timeline

    Nov 2016 - May 2019

    3D Modeler and Translator

    University of Virginia
    Jan 2018 - Jan 2018

    3D Printing Intern

    HDR
    May 2018 - Jul 2018

    Architectural Intern

    Patrick Brian Jones
    Aug 2018 - Dec 2018

    Grasshopper / 3D Printing Teaching Assistant

    The University of Virginia School of Architecture
    Sept 2019 - Sept 2020

    BIM Engineer

    DPR Construction
    Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

    UX Intern

    Motivf
    Sept 2020 - Dec 2022

    Junior Architect

    Patrick Brian Jones
    Jan 2023 - May 2023

    Python / Robotic Fabrication Teaching Assistant

    University of Pennsylvania
    Current Company
    Aug 2023 - now

    Visualization and Emerging Tech Manager

    The Pidcock Company
  • About me

    Visualization and Emerging Tech Manager

  • Education

    • University of pennsylvania

      2022 - 2023
      Master of science in design robotics and autonomous systems

      Activities and Societies: Weitzman School of Design Student Council Representative

    • University of virginia

      2015 - 2019
      Bachelor of science - bs architecture - design thinking major, urban and environmental planning minor

      Activities and Societies: Turkish Student Association Vice-President, Virginia Architecture Magazine Writer European Society, Hellenic Society, SARC Sibs

    • University of amsterdam

      2017 - 2017
      Summer course urban studies/affairs

      Three week long summer course.Urban Studies: The Everyday City and Beyond

    • İstanbul özel saint-joseph fransız lisesi / lycée français privé saint-joseph d'istanbul

      2010 - 2015
      Math and sciences

      Math and Sciences track

    • Humboldt university of berlin

      2016 - 2016
      Summer course city/urban, community and regional planning

      Seven week long summer course.SO/US 375 Metropolitan Development: Urban Studies in Comparative Perspective

  • Experience

    • University of virginia

      Nov 2016 - May 2019
      3d modeler and translator

      - Modeled and 3D printed historic buildings using Rhino, Grasshopper, Maya, and Blender- Digitized images and translated Ottoman architectural history books for Prof. Amanda Phillips

    • Hdr

      Jan 2018 - Jan 2018
      3d printing intern

      - Created a 3D printing workflow for the office using Revit, Rhino and SketchUp- Presented the 3D printing process to the Digital Practice Lead and architects

    • Patrick brian jones

      May 2018 - Jul 2018
      Architectural intern

      - Attended meetings between clients and Architect Patrick Jones.- Renewed interior and exterior renovation drawings of Washington D.C. townhouses.

    • The university of virginia school of architecture

      Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
      Grasshopper / 3d printing teaching assistant

      - Aided graduate level students in understanding the logic of Grasshopper visual programming and its implementation in prototyping and design through 3D printingARCH 5423 - Grasshopper Spatial Practice - Graduate Level TA

    • Dpr construction

      Sept 2019 - Sept 2020
      Bim engineer

      - Led BIM coordination meetings with internal teams and stakeholders for projects exceeding $2 billion and up to 2.5 million square feet, using Navisworks and BIM 360 to integrate architectural, structural, and MEP systems. Enhanced field accuracy, prevented rework, and reduced construction costs by 20%- Implemented comprehensive BIM execution plans for high-profile projects like Meta Henrico Data Centers 5/6, Kaiser Permanente Bowie Medical Center and ATCC Admin Wing Expansion- Conducted site laser scanning and reality capture efforts using Leica 3D scanner, producing accurate point-cloud models that reduced rework by 25% and improved project timelines Show less

    • Motivf

      Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
      Ux intern

      - Led the creation of detailed wireframes, user journeys, and flows for 5+ federal, and hospitality clients, enhancing design clarity and usability through Figma, Adobe CS, and Google Workspace- Developed and promoted design systems for 5 key projects in just three months, improving efficiency by 30% and ensuring consistent user experience across various platforms- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline client feedback and incorporate design iterations, resulting in a 20% increase in client satisfaction and engagement Show less

    • Patrick brian jones

      Sept 2020 - Dec 2022
      Junior architect

      - Collaborated with architect Patrick Jones at a boutique two-person firm, designing and managing ~12 residential and commercial projects annually, with project budgets averaging $800K-$3M- Led design for interior and exterior renovations for Washington townhouses, including ground-up residential and commercial builds, from concept through execution- Specialized in lighting and furniture design, conducting regular client meetings to ensure satisfaction- Produced detailed construction drawings and 3D models using Rhino, Vectorworks, and SketchUp, streamlining the design process and cutting revision times by 30%- Oversaw coordination between contractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure seamless project delivery Show less

    • University of pennsylvania

      Jan 2023 - May 2023
      Python / robotic fabrication teaching assistant

      - Assisted professors Robert Stuart-Smith, Ezio Blasetti and Jeffrey Anderson in teaching Master of Architecture students skills in Python, Grasshopper and robotic fabrication/simulation- Taught tutorials and helped groups with three industrial robotic prototyping projectsARCH 636 Material Formations

    • The pidcock company

      Aug 2023 - now
      Visualization and emerging tech manager

      - Lead design and UX efforts by integrating point cloud drone imagery, VR/AR, and Python solutions, improving design visualization for over 15 civil engineering projects annually- Develop 3D/VR visualizations for projects like Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), LVHN Hospital, and Air Products Campus, using Blender and Unreal Engine to cut permitting and marketing timelines by 25%Train 40+ employees across multiple departments on the implementation of drone, Dynamo and VR technologies, increasing the firm’s technological adoption rate by 60%- Direct drone imagery and mapping operations for 15+ high-profile projects using eBee X and DJI Mavic, providing precise visual data that reduces rework and improves design accuracy by 20%- FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone license owner Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Remote pilot certificate - part 107 commercial license

      Federal aviation administration
      Oct 2023