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Olya V. Diamond, Associate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, GPP

Olya V. Diamond, Associate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, GPP

Virginia Beach, VA

 

About 

Accomplished, proactive, and highly skilled Architectural Designer with experience in commercial, healthcare education, residential and government facility design.  Possess extensive educational qualifications with a Master’s and Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Design.  Recognized for ability to work well as a team member, provide value to clients, and exceptional work ethic.  Proven technical, communications, and interpersonal skills

Employment 

NAVFAC MIDLANT CI Core, Norfolk, VA, US, Design Manager / Project Architect

• Military construction (MILCON) experience
• Provided independent, timely and professional specialized interior design support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development.
• Expertise in producing accurate results with the cost engineer and PM in validating the
government estimate (GE), including achieving cost reduction changes to the design, ensuring a complete and usable facility
• Knowledge and skilled in performing and leading quality control and quality assurance activities which include discipline review of in-house and A/E developed design packages
• Knowledge of NAVFAC acquisition delivery vehicles including DBB and DB
• Knowledgeable and skilled in preparing design deliverables, including basis of design, engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and RFPs for DB projects
• Ability to make effective decisions under uncertain conditions and difficult situations
• Ability to interrelate professionals and issues with associated problem solving and management techniques from diverse engineering fields

Jan 2019 - current
 

PFVS, Inc., Atlanta, GA, US, Architectural Designer, BIM Specialist

• Assisted the architects and design team in the design development and construction documents for hospitality projects
• Produced construction documents from mock up set; prepared all general project data sheets, dimensioned all plans, notes & referenced all materials & products; produced undeveloped building & wall sections; assembled project details; applied applicable code requirements.
• Assisted in project scheduling, Revit standards, families, libraries and templates.
• Experienced in remote communication and coordination on projects with senior management located in different offices.
• Coordination between projects in CAD (2007-2014) & Revit (2013-2014)

May 2014 - Oct 2018
 

tvsdesign, Atlanta, GA, US, Architectural Designer, Revit Capitan for New Falcon's Stadium

• Training, implementation, and support for Revit Architecture 2014 for Atlanta New Falcon’s Stadium Design Studio.
• Assisted in New Falcon’s Stadium project scheduling, Revit standards, families, libraries and templates for over 400.000 sq.ft of New Falcon’s Stadium.
• Produced design development drawings for New Stadium Suites, Clubs and Concourses.
• Bringing project up to speed with deadlines.

Nov 2013 - May 2014
 

Merrick & Company, Atlanta, Georgia, Architect I

- Assisted the architect and design team in the design development, client presentation and construction documents for government and military clients (NASA, Air Force, US Army Corps of Engineers)
- Developed project design concepts working with Lead Architects and project teams
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously with little or no supervision as well lead coordination between disciplines ( Mech. Engineers/ Structural Engineers/ Electrical Engineers as well PM&PA)
- Produced construction documents from cartoon set; prepared all general project data sheets, dimensioned all plans, notes & referenced all materials & products; drew undeveloped building & wall sections; assembled project details; applied applicable code requirements.
- Assisted in project scheduling, Revit standards, families, libraries and templates.
- Experienced in remote communication and coordination on projects with senior management located in different offices, successfully problem solved & arising issues in Revit/Sketch-Up/Microstation with little to no assistance.

Jun 2013 - Oct 2013
 

Advance Wholesale Electric & Lighting, Inc., Revit/CAD Drafter/ Junior Designer

- Assisted the architect and design team in the design development, client presentation and construction documents for high end residential and commercial projects.
- Produced renderings, construction documents, and specifications in Revit and Sketch Up for commercial and residential projects
- Prepared architectural plans for submission to the city in Revit and CAD
- Assisted in the development of design, consultant’s co-ordination, and project scheduling, Revit standards, families, libraries and templates

Jun 2008 - Jan 2013
 

Vantage Technology Consulting Group, Architectural Revit Drafter

- Revit Management
- IT design for health, educational and commercial projects using Revit Architectural (2009-2011) and Revit MER (2009-2011)
- Created Revit standards, families, libraries and templates
Projects: Clairemont High School, UCSB Davidson Library, Santa Monica College, St. Luke’s Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Ventura College Science Center

Apr 2011 - Sep 2011
 

Revit Consulting Company, Revit/CAD Drafter/ Junior Designer

- Produced renderings in Revit and Sketch Up using V-Ray for commercial and residential projects (new construction as well as tenant improvement)
- Produced complete set of Construction Documents and FF&E Specifications in Revit & CAD

Jun 2008 - Dec 2010
 

Advance Wholesale Electric & Lighting, Inc., Office manager

- Worked with vendors and assisted the Principal at trade shows and conferences
- Managed administrative affairs and bookkeeping using QuickBooks Pro
- Assisted the architect and design team in the design development, client presentation and construction documents for high end residential and commercial projects.
- Using AutoCAD & Revit, created Construction Documents including floor plans, RCPs, power and data plans, finish plans, finish schedules, door schedules, elevations and detail drawings.
- Familiarity with codes, including ADA and IBC.

Jun 2005 - Jun 2008
 

Education 

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Masters, Interior Architecture

Aug 2008 - Dec 2010
 

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA, US, Bachelors, Interior Design

Aug 2006 - Aug 2008
 
Jan 1998 - Jan 2002
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills