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Fidel Gallegos Nava

Summary

Experienced architect with 13+ years in architectural design and construction. Meticulous, responsible, organized, and curious. Collaborated with architecture firms and construction companies on design phases, leading teams, managing deadlines, and pursuing growth opportunities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Architectural Technologist

BECC Modular
09.2024 - Current
  • Review and contribute to the company standards to ensure efficient solutions for clients in modular construction.
  • Create and coordinate shop drawings for fabrication in collaboration with the manufacturing team.
  • Develop 3D models for internal visualization, presentations and client meetings.
  • Coordinate structural and MEP engineering with the provided architectural design.
  • Delivered high-quality technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit software, ensuring accurate representation of architectural designs.
  • Featured projects: Curve Lake First Nation - Family and child services buildings (2-storey building), Ikkonic modular homes - ADU homes, Modular Schools - Leading multiples projects, Novascotia Design development in Eastern Canada

Project Coordinator

Atlas Ironworks Inc
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Consults with project managers to determine functional and spatial requirements of a new structure.
  • Prepare and fast-develop steel structural design and determine the best method of representation, using computer-assisted design (CAD).
  • Work with project managers to efficiently update or modify drawings according to customers' needs and expectations.
  • Check and validate design drawings to ensure they conform to specifications and design data.
  • Reviews project goals and objectives on a monthly basis with the project manager and design team.
  • Featured projects: FCML - 3311 Bathurst (Landscape metal elements), Kenaidan - Halton Biosolids (Steel additional structures)

Construction project coordinator

Anahuac Construction Organization
09.2017 - 06.2022
  • In charge of managing construction documents to keep up-to-date information for the correct execution of the substructure and superstructure during the construction process.
  • Coordinated revision of architectural and structural project with design firms and general contractor to identify interferences and information deficiencies.
  • Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
  • Assisted the cost department in monitoring RFI's and submittals to complete missing construction documents information.
  • Supervised the engineering team in the development of workshop plans and managed and coordinated contractor authorization.
  • Produced 3D models for construction planning and competitions.
  • Featured projects: The Summit Santa Fe (31-storey retail & office building), Neuchatel Corporative (16-storey corporate office building), Be Grand Reforma (50-storey mixed-use retail, office & condo units building)

Project Architect

Legorreta architects
08.2015 - 09.2017
  • Supervised architectural team for the delivery of mixed-use, commercial, and institutional projects in different design phases.
  • Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
  • Produced 3D models for internal reviews with project architects and design directors, as well as meetings with clients.
  • Managed multidisciplinary teams to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines.
  • Featured projects: Residential La Gota (Mid-rise 9-storey apartment buildings), Highland Hall Stanford (Renovation of new student residential units), Puerto Marques (Master plan including office, retail, hotel & residential)

Jr Architect

Miserachi architects
05.2013 - 08.2014
  • Serve as the architect of record throughout all design phases of HKS project, ensuring compliance with local standards.
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining design processes through the use of advanced software tools.
  • Collaborated with senior architects for efficient project completion and client satisfaction.
  • Supported the development of high-quality 3D models, enhancing project visualization for clients and team members.
  • Featured projects: Secrets Akumal (High-end Hospitality Resort)

Education

College Diploma - Architectural Technician

Centennial College
Toronto, Canada
04.2024

Master's degree - Interior Design

Centro A+D
Mexico City, Mexico
06.2016

Bachelor's degree - Architecture

Universidad Intercontinental
Mexico City, Mexico
06.2012

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Revit Architecture
  • SketchUp Pro
  • Microsoft Office
  • Photoshop
  • 3D visualization

  • Project coordination
  • Model building
  • Design development
  • Construction documentation
  • Architectural detailing
  • Technical drawing

Certification

  • Autodesk AutoCAD User Certified
  • Autodesk Revit Architecture User Certified

Hobbies

Playing drums, enjoying video games, and biking around town.

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Architectural Technologist

BECC Modular
09.2024 - Current

Project Coordinator

Atlas Ironworks Inc
04.2023 - 06.2024

Construction project coordinator

Anahuac Construction Organization
09.2017 - 06.2022

Project Architect

Legorreta architects
08.2015 - 09.2017

Jr Architect

Miserachi architects
05.2013 - 08.2014

College Diploma - Architectural Technician

Centennial College

Master's degree - Interior Design

Centro A+D

Bachelor's degree - Architecture

Universidad Intercontinental
Fidel Gallegos Nava