Nida Ashfaq

Nida Ashfaq

Architectural Intern

location of Nida AshfaqHouston, Texas, United States

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Associate Project Manager

  • Education

    • NED University of Engineering and Technology

      2009 - 2014
      Bachelor of Architecture - BArch Architectural Engineering A

      Activities and Societies: Institute of Architects of Pakistan (IAP), Debate Club, Symposium, Drama club

  • Experience

    • National Engineering Services Pakistan (Pvt) Limited (NESPAK)

      Jan 2012 - Jan 2012
      Architectural Intern

      Helped prepare mock-ups and submit for approval• Evaluated architectural and engineering sketches and interpreted layouts to create detailed blueprints forresidential projects using Auto cad and sketch up• Reported on status of design process and cost analysis to project manager• Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed• Completed formal design intent and construction documentation

    • Rizwan Sadiq Associates

      Jul 2013 - Jul 2013
      Architectural Intern

      Administered physical and digital filing systems, keeping records well-organized and easily retrievable by teammembers• Collaborated with owner, designer and senior programmer to review existing data on company website to identifyand update it• Communicated with clients during business meetings and took detailed notes to transcribe for distribution toentire department

    • Rizwan Sadiq Architects

      Apr 2014 - Jan 2015
      Junior Architect

      Put together project documentation and submission packages• Produced designs and drafts of project blueprints• Managed work of subcontractors, conveyed updates and managed construction administration and valueengineering processes• Fostered and maintained collaborative professional working relationship with project leadership team and client• Created professional, to-scale sketches to communicate and clarify special requirements• Designed and specified water features, vegetation, landscape features and lighting for green space areas• Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction• Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals Show less

    • NBCL - Najmi Bilgrami Collaborative (Pvt.) Ltd

      May 2015 - Dec 2016
      Architect

      Reported on status of design process and cost analysis to principal architect• Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction• Discussed design specifications and procedures with project manager, engineering team and constructionmanager• Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs• Completed formal design intent and construction documentation• Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals• Drafted reports and memos to consultants and vendors to issue change orders and track resolutions• Presented design proposal to client as part of overall design team for many projects• Reviewed completed reports, plans, estimates and calculations for accuracy• Reported on status of design process and cost analysis to project manager• Fostered and maintained collaborative professional working relationship with project leadership team and client• Created professional, to-scale sketches to communicate and clarify special requirements Show less

    • PROPORTIONS

      Feb 2017 - Dec 2019
      Project Architect

      Oversaw many drafting and design projects from concept through delivery• Discussed design specifications and procedures with project manager, engineering team and constructionmanager• Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through completion• Performed site due diligence and site selection for clients• Developed and monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections• Created professional, to-scale sketches to communicate and clarify special requirements• Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals• Reported on status of design process and cost analysis to principal architect• Supervised team of project architects and CAD technicians throughout entire duration of project• Designed and specified water features, vegetation, landscape features and lighting for public green space areassuch as parks, pocket parks and green ways Show less

    • Maxx Designers

      Jan 2020 - Oct 2023
      • Designer & Project Coordinator

        Oct 2020 - Oct 2023
      • Design Intern

        Jan 2020 - Oct 2020
    • Goree

      Sept 2023 - now
      Associate Project Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications