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Nilesh Kotak

Nilesh Kotak

Hazlet, NJ, US

 
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About 

Creative and quality-focused Architect and certified Interior Designer with 5 years of experience in planning, designing, and construction documents including code analysis and schematic drawings. I have led numerous interior and architectural projects from the design phase through execution and completion. This experience has provided me with valuable insights into various business-related aspects. Ready to tackle exciting new challenges in a similar role with a future employer.

Employment 

Comito Associates, Newark, NJ, US, Intern Architect

Designed numerous blueprints for commercial, institutional, residential, and corporate projects using AutoCAD.

Prepared various construction details for related projects in AutoCAD.

Worked on permit sets.

Maintaining and responding to construction documents (Submittal and RFI's) for various projects.

Mar 2022 - Jan 2023
 

Center For Building Knowledge - NJIT., Newark, NJ, US, BIM Specialist, Facilities Condition Assessment.

Responsible for scanning the entire Newark Public Schools facility with a Matterport scanner to assess the condition of the building structure and documenting the data.

Creating detailed 3D models of school premises on Revit using data developed by Matterport.

Nov 2021 - Mar 2022
 

Designs Unlimited And Associates, Ahmedabad, IN, Senior Interior Designer/Architect

Led projects from the conceptual phase through construction.

visiting sits at various stages of construction to assess and assist agencies and vendors in meeting project needs.

Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Developed 2D and 3D working drawings using AutoCAD and SketchUp. Created a graphical presentation using Photoshop to discuss with clients to fulfill their needs.

Nov 2019 - Aug 2021
 

Sarthak Architects, Ahmedabad, IN, Senior Interior Designer/Junior Architect.

Consulted with clients to determine architectural preferences to meet overall design goals and Implemented their needs from schematic design to construction document phase and installation.

Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views using AutoCAD and Sketchup with physical material boards for both in-house review and presentation to clients.

Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.

Reviewed project costs, budgets, and adherence to schedules.

Jan 2018 - Nov 2019
 

Sarthak Architect & Interior Designers., Ahmedabad, IN, Interior Designer.

Prepared numerous blueprints for commercial and residential projects, and created 3D perspective views presenting various options during the design process of a specific space.

Created custom design boards with attention to detail for visual representation, including samples of fabrics, wall finishes, and flooring.

To assist my seniors and clients, I participated in the selection of furniture, materials, light fixtures, and other accessories.

Researched concepts and followed industry trends to provide knowledgeable insight to clients.

Jul 2017 - Dec 2017
 

Ghoricha Associate., Ahmedabad, IN, Interior Design Intern.

Measured entire space and documented information to plan layouts.

Created 150 blueprints for residential and corporate projects.

Researched fixtures and furnishings aligned with project requirements and design style.

Gathered price quotes from contractors and vendors. Went on various sites during construction phase with my senior to learn onsite management.

Jan 2016 - Jul 2016
 

Education 

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, US, MArch, Master of Architect

Sep 2021 - May 2023
 

Arvindbhai Patel Institute of Environmental Design [A.P.i.E.D], Gujarat, India, Anand, IN, Bachelors, Bachelor of Interior Design

Jun 2013 - Jul 2017
 

H.A College of Commerce, Ahmedabad, IN, Bachelors, Bachelor in Commerce

Jun 2010 - Mar 2013
 

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