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Nourhan Elhanafi

Nourhan Elhanafi

Brooklyn, NY, US

 
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About 

Diligent recent Bachelor of Architecture graduate certified in Revit with experience in municipal filing and meticulous document reviews. Proficient in drafting construction documents using Revit, along with expertise in software applications such as AutoCAD, Enscape, and Rhino. Demonstrated skills in designing, 3D-modeling, post-producing, and presenting a wide range of project typologies, including residential, commercial, and institutional projects, as well as urban planning.

Employment 

WJ Professional Expediting, New York, NY, US, Municipal and Building Code Filing Representative

• Filed construction documents for approval by the Department of Building, covering general construction, building system installations, structural alterations, and renovations. Facilitated data entry, review, and approval, while conducting research on existing building statuses from city records.
• Conducted reviews of architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing plans, honing the ability to critically assess designs for accuracy and compliance with NY building and energy code regulations.
• Cultivated effective communication skills while liaising with various stakeholders, becoming an asset for client interaction and project coordination in architectural roles.

Dec 2023 - current
 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), New York, NY, US, Architectural Design Teaching Assistant

• Conducted weekly tutorials featuring efficient drafting, 3D modeling, and post-production techniques in Rhino and Illustrator, enabling students to develop task management skills.
• Mentored and led 60 students through all design stages by presenting approaches to concept development, helping students gain critical thinking design skills with professional communication.

Sep 2022 - Dec 2023
 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), New York, NY, US, Architectural Publication Editor

• Designed over 25 engaging graphics, templates, and themes to display innovative designs, construction methods and detailed drawings using InDesign and Photoshop with precise efficiency
• Streamlined the portfolio review process by curating and editing over 500 architectural drawings, based on the level of design completion and development through digital fabrication.

Oct 2019 - May 2023
 

Krajewski Architects PLLC, New York, NY, US, Architectural Intern

• Performed thorough site inspections to assess ongoing construction progress, ensuring adherence to plans and quality standards, gaining an understanding of the application of building codes.
• Actively participated in client meetings, engaging with stakeholders to understand their requirements, concerns, and project objectives, establishing professional relationships with clients.

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
 

Education 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), New York, NY, US, BArch, Architecture and Design

GPA: 3.65
• Awarded Thomas Steele K. Scholarship (2018-2023), Presidential Honor’s and Dean’s List (10 terms)
• Recognized for skills in architectural design and graphic representation and selected to partake in a prestigious charrette alongside Lamborghini's Director of Communications to present thesis masterplan proposal project.
• Collaboratively modelled and drafted a comprehensive Construction Document set utilizing Revit.

Sep 2018 - May 2023
 

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