Andikan Essien

Architectural Designer

A master’s graduate of Architecture with 3+ years of experience working on the design and planning phases of a variety of projects spanning residential, commercial, hospitality and healthcare schemes. Proven ability to innovatively proffer contemporary design solutions that meet client’s requirements using relevant CAD software. Demonstrated success in working well under pressure in situations that require optimum attention to detail. Strong interests in Project Management, Adaptive reuse & renovations, Design Consultancy and Property Development. Residence visa (Transferrable).

Last Resume Update May 5, 2019
Address Dubai, United Arab Emirates
E-mail andikanessien@gmail.com
Phone Number +971563321504
Website https://issuu.com/andikanessien

Experience

Blacline Architects
Consultant Architectural Designer
Mar 2017 - Aug 2018

 Worked part time as a design consultant helping clients translate their needs to detailed design briefs and effectively creating designs centered on the client’s needs and lifestyle.
 Assisted clients with processing of Zoning & Construction Documents.

Coplan Associates
Part II Architectural Assistant
Mar 2017 - Jan 2019

 Identified client needs and put together feasibility reports and design proposals.
 Compiled project specifications and drafted architectural designs.
 Ensured that work complied with all standards, building codes and environmental regulations.
 Compiled project status reports based on site visits and led site team meetings.
 Reviewed drawing files from engineers.
 Cooperated with other consultants to produce suitable architectural design solutions that met client’s needs and complied with best practices.

Woolmanhill Flats, Robert Gordon University
Resident Assistant
Sep 2015 - Aug 2016

 Managed a university hall of residence comprising of 735 undergraduate and postgraduate students of various ethnicities.
 Ensured the smooth running of the site and maintain discipline within the conditions of the lease governing the site.
 Carried out regular visits to the residents in an area of responsibility to promote living experiences and advocate resident's issues to site staff and the accommodation welfare manager.

Education

Robert Gordon University
Master of Architecture
Sep 2014 - Dec 2016
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology
BSc. Architectural Studies
Feb 2011 - Dec 2013

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