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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

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