Isaac Opeyemi

Experience

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  Covenant-International Conference on African Development Issues (C-ICARDI)

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2018

  Participant

  During the first year of my MSc programme, I took part in the 4th Covenant-International Conference on African Development Issues (C-ICARDI) at the African Ledership Development Center, Covenant University Otta. I was a participant in the specialized session on the built environment.

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  ISTEAMS Multidisciplinary Conferences

  Apr 2019 - Apr 2019

  Participant

  This conference took place at Chrisland University, Abeokuta. I co-authoured a paper titled “Project Scheduling Tools and Techniques for Effective Construction Management”.

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  Federal School of Surveying

  Mar 2020 - Feb 2021

  Intern (NYSC)

  • This organization was my assigned Place of Primary Assignment (PPA) as part of mymandatory participation in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Programme. • I worked in the Works Department with other members of the building industry on the contract and analysis phases of a project.

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  Freelance

  Mar 2021 - Oct 2021

  Architectural Assistant

  • Providing design solutions as a collaborative process that involves a thorough discovery andanalysis process, followed by conceptual and schematic design.• Adding numbers and detailing to schematics with design documentation and constructiondrawings.• Served in design teams for various single and multifamily residential developments.

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  WayFoward Nigeria Limited

  Nov 2021 - Feb 2022

  Architectural Assistant

  • Assisting in the setting-out process for a complex mixed-use project located in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State.• Ensuring that drawings are accurately adhered to on the site throughout the foundation phase. • Assisting in general construction administration.

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  Nitafi Luxury Hotel

  Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

  Architectural Assistant

  I was granted the opportunity to be involved in a hotel development where I had the opportunity to expand my professional experience and learn from senior colleagues in the building industry. I eventually had the following roles:• Providing assistance to site architect with regards to supervision of skilled and unskilled labour.• Providing design input to effecting change orders and alterations.• Providing professional advice and assistance to builders, subcontractors, fabricators and interior decorators.• Providing as-built drawings once final change order was executed. Show less

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  MOGOC Nigeria Limited

  Mar 2022 - Nov 2022

  Architectural Assistant

  • Providing design solutions as a collaborative process that involves a thorough discovery andanalysis process, followed by conceptual and schematic design.• Adding numbers and detailing to schematics with design documentation and constructiondrawings.• Served in design teams for various single-unit and multi-unit residential developments.

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  Evolver Sparks Consulting Limited

  Dec 2022 - Feb 2023

  Architectural Assistant

  I served at a interior design firm on a hospitality project. My time with this company covered the finishing phase. My roles included:• Ensuring the agreed minimum level of quality is attained.• Procurement and management of inventory of fixtures, fittings and hardware.

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  Self-employed

  Mar 2023 - Feb 2025

  Architectural Associate

  • Providing design solutions as a collaborative process that involves a thorough discovery andanalysis process, followed by conceptual and schematic design. • Adding numbers and detailing to schematics with design documentation and constructiondrawings.• Serving on design teams for various single-unit residential, multi-unit residential and commercial developments.

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  Lifemate Furniture

  Apr 2024 - Jun 2024

  Interior Designer

  I worked in the project department on large-scale orders for multi-unit residential developments. I also worked with the showroom team to aid in fulfilling customer orders for custom kitchen and wardrobe fitouts.In my role as a designer, the of the workflow for each project was as follows;• MEASUREMENT of existing spaces and CONSULTATION with clients to get a feel for the material preferences and functional requirements of the project.• Make PROPOSALS that included draft quotations and 3D visualisations (using AiHouse) for client review. Design is based on the materials, accessories and unit sizes on department-specific company's pricelists.• When the client is satisfied with the proposal, DETAILED PRODUCTION DOCUMENTS (CAD drawings and quotations) are created in line with the design to aid in the fulfillment of the order. Show less

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  Oduak Projects Limited

  Sept 2024 - Nov 2024

  Architectural Design Intern

  Design Documentation and 3D VisualisationI got valuable experience working and learning in an architectural office environment. A major highlight of my time here was assisting in stewarding young architecture students through their first internship season. I also explored software like Autodesk 3ds Max, Chaos Vray, Chaos Corona and Chaos Enscape, assessing viability for my future professional workflows, and implementing the most viable based on efficiency.

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  Delano Architects

  Feb 2025 - now

  Architect