Archinect
Smriti Jain

Smriti Jain

Chandler, AZ, US

 
View Portfolio

About 

Highly skilled with 2.5 years of professional experience in a prestigious Architecture firm, where I've had the privilege of working on multi-million-dollar projects across all phases of the architectural service. Recognized for design excellence from Arizona State University, my specialization lies in green building design and sustainable development. I prioritize efficiency in construction documentation and excel in project coordination and management. I've completed 100% of the required experience hours and passed 50% of the licensure exams.

Employment 

Gensler, Phoenix, AZ, US, Sustainability Specialist

• Managed multiple Fortune 500 and government projects from design to construction administration and post occupancy, ensuring sustainability goals were met throughout the SD, DD, CD, and CA phases.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on design strategies, permitting, finishes, and equipment selection to optimize project outcomes through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.
• Managed certification coordination and documentation for various sustainability standards such as LEED, WELL Building Standards, FITWEL, and Green Globes.
• Led and directed multiple Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings throughout the Construction Administration phase, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Reviewed drawings, samples, and submittals for compliance with design intent & sustainability goals and provided input on finishes, equipment, and material selection and worked on compiling specifications.
Notable Projects:
• Sustainability Specialist, Confidential Airport project
Coordinated project design to meet sustainability goals for a 1.2M sqft airport, targeting LEED v4 gold certification.
• Lead Sustainability Consultant, confidential Bank Project (multiple branches)
Directed the team and consultants to meet the client's rigorous sustainability objectives. Led a team to attain LEED v4 silver certification for 14 bank locations by creating frameworks for seamless tracking, execution, & documentation.

• Lead Sustainability Consultant, Confidential office & retail project:
Led a monumental 550,000 sqft mixed-use project with a budget of $300 million, initially targeting LEED Silver certification. Through meticulous planning and effective execution, exceeded expectations by achieving LEED Gold certification.
• Successfully organized and executed a Sustainability visioning workshop with the county commissioners, aiding them in refining their sustainability goals with effectiveness and collaboration for upcoming county development.
Office Contributions:
• As the Studio Resiliency Leader, led workshops and eco charrettes to promote sustainable design practices and support innovative solutions aligned with the AIA 2030 commitment.
• Managed project finances, including work plans, schedules, revenue plans, and profitability.
• Developed templates for simplified documentation, resulting in a remarkable 96% reduction in carbon emissions for a commercial project.

Aug 2021 - Feb 2024
 

LGE Design Build, Phoenix, AZ, US, Job Captain

• Prepared technical drawings and representations for projects of various scales with periodic supervision by Project Leadership.
• Assisted in preparing presentations, scaled drawings, and models using Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, and other tools.
• Conducted periodic site visits to ensure construction compliance with plans and professional ethics.
• Produced, coordinated, and/or oversaw presentation and contract deliverables such as 3D models, drawings, renderings, and research documentation.
• Managed production of construction drawings, pricing sets, elevation drawings, and marketing renders, ensuring optimal material selections aligned with project requirements and earning excellent feedback.
Notable Projects:
• Job Captain, Confidential logistics hub
Instrumental in developing a 1.4 million sqft confidential logistics hub consisting of three buildings. Produced high-quality 3D models, renderings, and construction drawings with exceptional speed and precision, ensuring project milestones were consistently met.

Feb 2021 - Aug 2021
 

Education 

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, US, MArch, Master

Specialized in sustainable building practices, particularly in designing structures that are environmentally friendly and responsive to their surroundings. Received Design Excellence Award in the Fall of 2020 for an adaptive reuse project for a sensitive site.

Aug 2019 - May 2021
 

Madhav Institute of Technology & Science, Gwalior, India, BArch, Architecture

Sustainability was a core aspect of the program, and concepts related to environmental conservation, resource efficiency, and reducing the environmental impacts of buildings were studied. Won the Best Thesis Design Award for a site restoration institute project on a previously disturbed site.

Sep 2012 - May 2017
 

Awards 

Desig Excellence Award, 1st Place

Received Design Excellence Award in the Fall of 2020 at Arizona State University for an adaptive reuse project for a sensitive site.

2020
 

Best Thesis Design Award, 1st Place

Won the Best Thesis Design Award for a site restoration institute project on a previously disturbed site.

2017
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills