Amenah Alsamaraae
Amna G. Samaraae - Architectural Designer/ Job Captain
743 Santa Clara Ave, Apt 8 Mobile: ------------
Alameda, CA 94501 E-mail: ------------
Combines construction experience with architectural background and leadership training as senior designer. Deep understanding of design development, construction, and client relation. Background includes residential, commercial and interior design.
Strengths:
Conceptual Design Construction Documentation Interior Design
Digital/Physical Modeling Construction Administration Cost/Schedules Code Analysis Materials/Specs Search Client Relations
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.Sc.) - 5 year program Graduated 2012
University of Baghdad Baghdad, Iraq
Architectural Department / College of Engineering.
Skills:
AutoCad, Revit, Enscape, 3Ds-Max, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Freehand sketching, Architectural drafting, Digital rendering & 3D modeling, Model making, Organizational skills, Time management, Interior design, Graphic design, Windows & Mac, MS office & Bluebeam Revu.
Employment History:
Architectural Designer March 2018 – Present
MBH Architects Alameda, CA
• Handled design development, construction documents, code analysis, planning and permitting, and construction administration. Worked on retail projects with various brands, WeWork, Invisalign, Charles Schwab, and CorePower Yoga.
• Managing projects throughout all phases. Involved in surveying existing conditions, and schematic design phase, coordinate with design consultants, solve code problems, provide design guide in field, and overlook progress towards final completion.
Junior Architect/ Interior Designer May 2017 – Mar 2018
Gilmans Kitchens & Baths San Mateo, CA
• Creating design and construction drawings for the space based on client's needs, work on shop drawings, permit submittals, picking out materials with the client and creating product packages for high-end single-family houses projects.
• Coordinating projects through all construction phases, manage and assist design issues on site.
Planner Jan 2017 – May 2017
Ross Dress for Less Dublin, CA
• Converting concepts into drafts and provided interior design drawings for Ross stores nationwide.
• Working with the remodeling team to execute drawings per the new prototype based on Ross sales plan.
Junior Architect/ Designer June 2016 – Dec 2016
Cheryl Newton Architects LLC Glastonbury, CT
• Provide AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-up and Hand Drafting Support for multiple residential and commercial projects.
• Measure & photograph existing conditions, planning phase, draft construction documents, design development & code Plan in AutoCAD.
• Render 3D drawing design presentation in Revit, Sketchup & Color Pencil.
Interior Designer & Sales Representative April 2016 – June 2016
Master Tile LLC Old Saybrook, CT
• Provide Interior design ideas and drawings, helping clients picking out materials and paint colors for the space.
Freelancer Architectural Designer May 2014 - June 2016
Newsal Consultant Architects Erbil, Iraq
• Designing, 3D modeling various projects, construction documentation throughout design phases.
Junior Architect/ Designer Oct - Nov 2014
Vision Consultant Architects Erbil, Iraq
• Member in a team of three in a competition. My tasks included rendering and generating finish plans, and specifications for a Residential/commercial building.
Architect & Planning Designer Feb 2014 - Sep 2014
Jaismag Group - Contracting Erbil, Iraq
• Planning and designing residential complexes using pre-cast villas technique.
Architect & Engineer’s Team Leader Sep 2012 - Feb 2014
Fadhil Ajina Consultant Architects Baghdad, Iraq
• Taking part in designing, executing, coordinating, and fulfilling various projects.
• Participating in executing the bill of quantities (BOQ) for projects and draft a detailed Construction documents set for a Hotel and a Bank Project.
Model Making Architect July - August 2012
Al-Mawred Consultant Architects Baghdad, Iraq
• Created a 3D physical model with a new technique, and new materials, including designing elevation on Auto-Cad and printing it on custom cardboard, and hand carving the details.
Awards:
• Won first place in a citywide competition, while working with Al-Mawred Consultants, to design a private University in Karbala in Iraq. (Aug 2012)
• Awarded first place for the residential/commercial building competition. (Nov 2014)
Amna G. Samaraae - Architectural Designer/ Job Captain
743 Santa Clara Ave, Apt 8 Mobile: ------------
Alameda, CA 94501 E-mail: ------------
Combines construction experience with architectural background and leadership training as senior designer. Deep understanding of design development, construction, and client relation. Background includes residential, commercial and interior design.
Strengths:
Conceptual Design Construction Documentation Interior Design
Digital/Physical Modeling Construction Administration Cost/Schedules Code Analysis Materials/Specs Search Client Relations
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.Sc.) - 5 year program Graduated 2012
University of Baghdad Baghdad, Iraq
Architectural Department / College of Engineering.
Skills:
AutoCad, Revit, Enscape, 3Ds-Max, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, Freehand sketching, Architectural drafting, Digital rendering & 3D modeling, Model making, Organizational skills, Time management, Interior design, Graphic design, Windows & Mac, MS office & Bluebeam Revu.
Employment History:
Architectural Designer March 2018 – Present
MBH Architects Alameda, CA
• Handled design development, construction documents, code analysis, planning and permitting, and construction administration. Worked on retail projects with various brands, WeWork, Invisalign, Charles Schwab, and CorePower Yoga.
• Managing projects throughout all phases. Involved in surveying existing conditions, and schematic design phase, coordinate with design consultants, solve code problems, provide design guide in field, and overlook progress towards final completion.
Junior Architect/ Interior Designer May 2017 – Mar 2018
Gilmans Kitchens & Baths San Mateo, CA
• Creating design and construction drawings for the space based on client's needs, work on shop drawings, permit submittals, picking out materials with the client and creating product packages for high-end single-family houses projects.
• Coordinating projects through all construction phases, manage and assist design issues on site.
Planner Jan 2017 – May 2017
Ross Dress for Less Dublin, CA
• Converting concepts into drafts and provided interior design drawings for Ross stores nationwide.
• Working with the remodeling team to execute drawings per the new prototype based on Ross sales plan.
Junior Architect/ Designer June 2016 – Dec 2016
Cheryl Newton Architects LLC Glastonbury, CT
• Provide AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-up and Hand Drafting Support for multiple residential and commercial projects.
• Measure & photograph existing conditions, planning phase, draft construction documents, design development & code Plan in AutoCAD.
• Render 3D drawing design presentation in Revit, Sketchup & Color Pencil.
Interior Designer & Sales Representative April 2016 – June 2016
Master Tile LLC Old Saybrook, CT
• Provide Interior design ideas and drawings, helping clients picking out materials and paint colors for the space.
Freelancer Architectural Designer May 2014 - June 2016
Newsal Consultant Architects Erbil, Iraq
• Designing, 3D modeling various projects, construction documentation throughout design phases.
Junior Architect/ Designer Oct - Nov 2014
Vision Consultant Architects Erbil, Iraq
• Member in a team of three in a competition. My tasks included rendering and generating finish plans, and specifications for a Residential/commercial building.
Architect & Planning Designer Feb 2014 - Sep 2014
Jaismag Group - Contracting Erbil, Iraq
• Planning and designing residential complexes using pre-cast villas technique.
Architect & Engineer’s Team Leader Sep 2012 - Feb 2014
Fadhil Ajina Consultant Architects Baghdad, Iraq
• Taking part in designing, executing, coordinating, and fulfilling various projects.
• Participating in executing the bill of quantities (BOQ) for projects and draft a detailed Construction documents set for a Hotel and a Bank Project.
Model Making Architect July - August 2012
Al-Mawred Consultant Architects Baghdad, Iraq
• Created a 3D physical model with a new technique, and new materials, including designing elevation on Auto-Cad and printing it on custom cardboard, and hand carving the details.
Awards:
• Won first place in a citywide competition, while working with Al-Mawred Consultants, to design a private University in Karbala in Iraq. (Aug 2012)
• Awarded first place for the residential/commercial building competition. (Nov 2014)