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Ahmad Faisal

Ahmad Faisal

Los Angeles, CA, US

 
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About 

With a Bachelors of Architecture degree from the University of Southern California (Class of 2020), I am a licensed Architect in California and a Lead Green Associate with over four years of experience working in high-end residential, hospitality, commercial, and affordable housing. My expertise includes project management, design, construction documentation, construction administration, and hands-on site coordination, where I collaborate closely with contractors to ensure that design intent is maintained through each phase. I am proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite, enabling me to create precise technical drawings and compelling presentations that effectively communicate design concepts. My background has provided me with a strong understanding of building assemblies, local codes, and sustainable design practices, which I bring to every project with a focus on quality and adaptability.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Faisal Rasul Architectural Consultancy, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architect

•Design Architect for a residential remodel in New York, collaborating with a local architect to ensure adherence to regional building codes and regulations
•Spearheading project management for a high end medical complex in Lahore, Pakistan, overseeing design decisions and construction administration
•Leading the implementation of Revit as office wide standard by managing the creation of sector specific templates and training of all designers

Feb 2024 - current
 

Studio PCH, Inc., Venice, CA, US, Architect

•Project Manager on a high end residence in Malibu involved in the complete interior remodel of the main and guest house for the design documentation and construction administration stages
•Conducted weekly site visits with client, and construction team to ensure project progress and quality control to meet project milestones
•Project Architect for the Nobu - Hotel and Branded Residence - Abu Dhabi and Ariel Sands Resort - Bermuda from conceptual design to design development
•Supervised the production and graphic standards of design development and construction documentation drawings
•Played a key role in establishing graphic standards and templates for Revit and ArchiCad implementation across the office

Nov 2021 - Feb 2024
 

Studio of Relativity, Inc. dba Relativity Architects, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Designer

• Involved in the design process from the pre-design stage of a 179 unit senior
affordable housing project located in Pinole, California
• Supervising the production of 100% construction document set in ArchiCad for
said project
• Assisting project lead with final material selection for interior and exterior finishes

Feb 2021 - Nov 2021
 

Oak Road, LLC, West Hollywood, CA, US, Architectural Designer

• Coordinating the schematic design, design development and architectural construction
document phase of three multi-unit affordable housing projects in Revit
• In charge of correction sets and code review to ensure that all projects are code compliant
• Producing photo realistic renderings for high end residential and affordable housing projects
• Developing diagrams with attention to programmatic functions and urban environment

Aug 2020 - Feb 2021
 

NBBJ, Los Angeles, CA, US, Architectural Design Intern

• Facilitated lead team focused on design and feasibility studies for the UCLA Central Utility Plant
• Produced construction document sets for Kilroy-Oyster Point and Kaiser Permanente projects
• Created project renderings for the interior design department and assisted in material selection
• Coordinated weekly meetings with engineering consultants on CUP project

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
 

Education 

University of Southern California (USC), BArch, Architecture

• Cumulative GPA: 3.68 (Cum Laude)
• Relevant Courses: Digital Tools for Architecture (BIM), Architectural Technology, Building Structures and Seismic Design, Materials and Methods of Building Construction,

La Salle - USC School of Architecture Barcelona Study Abroad Program - Fall 2018
• Selected to participate in the joint studio program with La Salle University in Barcelona

Aug 2015 - May 2020
 

Awards 

USC Global Scholar Distinction:, Award

Academic honor for excellence in studies at USC and abroad

2020
 

Tau Sigma Delta:, Award

Honor society for top 20% of students in the graduating class in architecture

2020
 

Areas of Specialization 

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