Alan Castaneda, Architect

Alan Castaneda

Architect

IDA

Location
Philippines
Education
Bachelor's degree, Architecture
Experience
30 years, 7 Months

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Total years of experience :30 years, 7 Months

Architect at IDA
  • Oman
  • My current job since May 2019

design architect involved in the design and construction of a private palace in Al Qurum, Oman, belonging to a Government official
•Undertakes site inspection and approval of Inspection Request and ensure that all site installations by different contractors adheres strictly to issued design and drawings
•Attends regular site meetings with the project management group to monitor progress and address any isses involving design and drawing requirements
•Check and verify shop drawings submitted by contractors

Freelancer
  • Philippines
  • May 2016 to May 2019

various small residential projects for private clients in Zambales province
•Designed an office building for “Castillejos Water District”- an 800 square meter office building to house the employees of a local Water distribution company in the town of Castillejos, Zambales, Philippines.

Resident Architect at Dana Bay Resort & Tourism Co
  • Saudi Arabia
  • September 2010 to May 2016

charge of renovation, beautification and expansion projects of all building facilities inside the resort which involves re-designing and upgrading the architecture and interior design of the existing buildings and other facilities to keep the high standard and 4 star rating of the resort.
•Developed design proposals for architecture and interior design concept presentations for the CEO and Chairman of the Board using skills in Autocad, 3dmax and other 3d softwares.
•Prepared detailed BOQ and budget proposals for the intended renovation project.
•Review and Evaluation of contractors
•Prepared contracts and bid forms for contract bidding.
•Independently managed and supervised the implementation of renovation and expansion projects from concept design, construction and up to finish while operating within schedule and budget limits.
•Prepared snagging list for contractors completion works
•Perform testing and commissioning responsibilities
•Review contractors claims and invoices
•Negotiate with contractors pertaining to price, scope of works and liabilities
•Conducted regular meetings with Suppliers and contractors
•Constant monitoring and reviewing of drawings and contracts to ensure contractor compliance with drawing standards and contract specifications
•Coordinate and support the Accounting and Financial department on matters of contractor invoices and payment claims
•Settle disputes arising from contractor delays and other performance issues
•Issuing memorandums, notices or warnings and other correspondences to contractor, vendors and suppliers
•Review and Ascertaining validity of change order claims, deductions of payment arising from delays or sub-standard quality of work and other performance issues and ensuring strict compliance to the penalty clause in the contract if needed
•Coordinate and discuss with the different department managers of the resort to gather important datas and their spatial requirements pertaining to the renovation, expansion or beautification of their respective department office or building and related premises in order to formulate the best design concept within the approved budget in the CapEx
•Assist the General Manager in formulating budgets for the renovation, expansion and beautification projects to be included in yearly CapEx program

Project Manager at Private Construction Co
  • Saudi Arabia
  • October 2009 to September 2010

and managed the operations of construction and finishing installation project for a 14 storey high-end residential and office building in Al Khobar employing 60 plus labor and personnel.
•Managed all correspondences and communications with consultants, sub-contractors, vendors and client.
•Coordinate with engineering consultants on issues affecting MEP designs and other technical issues
•Handled financial responsibilities pertaining to payment of employee salaries, payment to contractors, materials suppliers and vendors

Architect at Arab Turkish Construction Co. (ATCC)
  • Saudi Arabia
  • May 2008 to July 2009

Prepared design concepts and 3d model visualization using Autocad and 3dmax.
•Undertook site supervision and management to ensure work strictly follows issued design plans.
•Prepared cost estimates and detailed working drawings

Freelance Architect at KSA
  • United Arab Emirates
  • October 2003 to May 2008

business meetings with high profile clients for the purpose of determining their specific needs and requirements relating to their project
•Developed Architecture and Interior designs concept proposals for various projects
•Prepared detailed Architecture and Engineering construction drawings
•Prepared 3D models, walk-thru's and other graphics works for presentations to clients
Prepared BOQ’s and Cost estimates
•Undertook full management and execution of project construction works employing a workforce of 30-40 combined skilled technicians and labors
•Coordinated closely with other involved engineering disciplines and sub-contractors for the various technical requirements of the project
•Prepared material samples for presentation and client approval
•Handled all financial responsibilities relating to employee salaries, payment of suppliers and sub-contractors etc.
•Handled all procurement of materials and sourcing of local manpower and other resources such as tools and equipments, heavy equipments etc.

Architect at Interior Design
  • Saudi Arabia
  • July 1997 to August 2003

Designed various residential, commercial and office building interiors.
•Handled the design and preparation of detailed Architectural and Engineering drawings for a Hospital in Al Khobar
•Prepared 3d visualizations using Autocad and 3dmax.
•Meet with clients for materials sample proposals and approvals.
•Liase with different contractors to settle installation and construction issues

Al Awami Planners and

Architectural Designer at Al Kaabi Contracting Es
  • Saudi Arabia
  • December 1993 to December 1995

Performed the duties of architectural engineer overseeing and executing projects that included residential houses, commercial buildings, small industrial buildings, warehouses and storages.
•Created miniature models of construction projects
Prepares As-built plan drawings
•Prepared manpower requirements and control of manpower distribution to various on-going projects
•Planning and scheduling of daily and weekly activities
•Preparation of monthly reports

Site Architect at R.G. Cabrera Contracting Co
  • Philippines
  • August 1991 to October 1993

include site supervision and quality control
•Prepared BOQ’s, work schedule and progress billings.
•Drafting works and preparation of as-built drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree, Architecture
  • at Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVTSU)
  • March 1991

Specialties & Skills

AUTOCAD DESIGN
3d max design
Project Management
Project Supervision
AUTOCAD
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
MEETING FACILITATION
MICROSOFT OFFICE
MICROSOFT WORKS
PROGRESS
PROPOSAL WRITING
SUPERVISORY SKILLS