Alireza Saboktakin
Foreign-trained Architect
**** ******* ******, *******, ***: 236-***-****
BC, Canada Email: ************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Detail oriented Architect with over 10 years of experience in the field. Skillful professional, experienced in architectural design, landscaping, urban plans and construction management. Strong communicator, adaptable to changing project specification and clients’ requests. Expertise
● Building Code
● Creativity and artistic talent Excellent
drawing skills
● Leadership skills
● Communication
● Analytical thinking and problem solving
● Team working abilities
● Knowledge of construction processes
● Negotiation
● Specifications
● Design to Delivery
● Interpersonal skills
● Project Management
● Documentation
Technical Skills
● Microsoft Office
● AutoCAD
● Model Making
● Architectural Rendering
Education
Master of Science in Architecture Tehran, Iran
(1986-1993) University of Science &
Technology
Work History
The Home Depot Canada (2020- Present) : Flooring Sales Specialist Asemaneh architecture firm Isfahan, Iran (1998-2019) : Founder and chief architect
● Managed large scale architectural projects including residential and city center
● buildings, hospitals, commercial buildings (shopping malls), cultural and
● religious centers, including the projects for over 5000 units.
● Consulted with clients to determine function and spatial requirements of
● structure, including the type, style and purpose of renovations or new building
● construction.
● Conceptualized and designed buildings and developed plans describing design
● specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules.
● Planned layout of project, prepared sketches and models for clients.
● Prepared or supervised the preparation of drawings, specifications and other
● construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons.
● Prepared bidding documents, participated in contract negotiations, resulted in
● reduced project cost by 15%.
● Conducted periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor
● compliance with plans.
● Directed activities on construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications.
● Conducted feasibility studies and financial analyses of building projects.
● Prepared operating and maintenance manuals, studies and reports. Development of New Cities Company Isfahan, Iran (2004-2006) : Head architect of Architectural & Urban Department
● Designed, and provided development guidance for private housing, mid rise, high-rise residential buildings, commercial areas, green spaces, schools, cultural centers, university, transportations facilities, hospitals, and other infrastructures based on city By-law policies.
● Supervised the building contractors and prepared contract documents. Azad University of Isfahan Isfahan, Iran (1996-1998) : Visiting Lecturer
● Created course materials and gave lecturers on principles of architectural design in the school of architecture.
Municipality of Isfahan Isfahan, Iran (1993-1996) : Principal Architect
● Key point of contact and managing architect for urban planning, and architectural departments for development planning, budget management, and architectural projects based on zoning By-laws.
Voluntary Experience
Founder of Sajjad charity Isfahan, Iran (2005-2019)
● As an unpaid volunteer architect, I have designed buildings such as a health care center, school for kids with special needs, and affordable homes for people in need.
● I have been really fortunate to found an Autism Center from an old school, redesign, renovate it, and grow it to employ 45 people. I have provided administration, organizing, and participation in fundraising activities during my five year time at the center. Reference: Available on Request