CV
Ar. Gemma Lyn Tan-Balaan
Born in Davao City, Philippines
Lives & works in Davao City, Philippines
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Mob. +63 910 927 2368
Education & Certifications
2002 - 2007 Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Ateneo de Davao University
2009 Licensure Exam for Architects
Manila, Philippines (Passed)
2011 Pearl Qualified Professional (PQP)(PBRS)
Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council
Experience
2018-Present
ARCHITECT, DAVAO CITY
★ Does freelance projects for new builds, and renovation of houses, commercial buildings, and such.
2016-2018
ARCHITECT, ARABTEC CONSTRUCTION, DUBAI
★ In charge for the production of design concepts for projects for VVIP Clients.
★Author Project Briefs and Project Descriptions, and coordinate with consultant companies from the start of the design process.
★Reviews technical drawings, RFIs, and coordinate with Project Managers and Consultants during construction for smooth project flow .
★ Directly report to the Design Director with regards to the design and project progress, communication, etc.
2013-2016
SN. ARCHITECT, ARCHDOME CONSULTING ENGINEERS, ABU DHABI
★ Project coordinator for the architectural, structural, and MEP drawings for permitand construction stages.
★ Directly report to the Design Director regarding design progress, office issues, etc.
★ In charge for the production of design concepts for most projects specifically villas.Work includes coordination with clients thru meetings to achieve design goals.
★ Design of exterior facades thru 3d modelling, hand sketching and rendering with3d Studio Max
★ In-charge for the application of building permits to Abu Dhabi Municipality for allsections.
★ Correspondence to authorities, contractors, clients, etc.
2010-2013
ARCHITECT,GREEN ENERGY GROUP
ABU DHABI
★ Project In-charge for all architectural drawings from concept to tender stage.
★ Design concepts for villa projects, schools,hospitals, towers, and a lot more.
★ In-charge for the application of building permits to Abu Dhabi Municipality for all
section.
★ Correspondence to authorities, suppliers, and clients
2009-2010
FREELANCE ARCHITECT
DAVAO PHILIPPINES
★ Design and draw schemes for residential and commercial projects
★ Write specifications and contract agreements between owner and architect
★ Provide cost estimates and bill of materials.
★ Coordinate with suppliers and contractors
★ Site inspection and supervision of building construction
★ Site inspection and testing of finished project for occupancy.
2009-2010
SIGN ENGINEER, OFF SOURCING INC.
DAVAO PHILIPPINES/CA, USA
★ Provide engineering services to US based clients (Sign Engineering)
★ Provide Bill of materials from given inventory, nesting of materials, spot details ofconnection assembly.
2008-2009
ARCHITECT, RCM FAREAST DESIGN AND BUILD
DAVAO, PHILIPPINES
★ Relative projects include notable franchise hotels from US (Holiday Inn,Marriott
Hotel, La Quinta, etc.)
★ In-charge of complete architectural drawings from concept to construction drawings.
★ Coordination with other engineering fields throughout design stage.
2008
JUNIOR ARCHITECT, HR CONSTRUCTION CORP.
DAVAO, PHILIPPINES
★ Design and draw schemes for residential and commercial projects
★ Provide 3d presentation drawings - exterior and interior perspectives
★ Provide shop drawings, cutting lists, detailed plans,
★ Conduct site inspections and payrolls to workers
2007-2008
JUNIOR ARCHITECT, HA MAGNO CONST. AND DEVT.
DAVAO PHILIPPINES
★ Projects include residential, commercial and public buildings (public markets,capitol, etc.)
★ Draw and design concept plans, construction drawings and as built plans
★ Responsible for job orders and construction material updates
★ Site supervision and provide weekly reports to the principal architect
★ Responsible for the documentation of transactions within the office (transmittals,document control, billing statements and receipts.)
Qualifications
★ Licensed architect with 10 years extensive working experience in architectural and
construction firms in the Philippines and UAE.
★ Has 8 years Gulf experience in design specifically villas, residential towers, hotels,
hospitals, and schools.
★ Estidama Pearl Qualified Professional (PQP) in Pearl Building Rating System
★ Keen knowledge of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain design regulations and municipality
submissions
★ Design and CAD drafting skills with Autocad and 3D Studio Max (Vray)
★ Graphic design skills using Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw
★ Ability to learn fast, analyse and solve design problems
★ Ability to communicate in English, both written and oral
★ Proactive, resourceful, team player and can work with minimal supervision
★ Has valid UAE driver’s license
Other Skills
★ Technical and freehand drafting
★ Manual design presentation
(monochromatic, watercolor, coloured pens, etc)
★ Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Affiliations
★United Architects of the Philippines
★Philippine Institute of Architects