Edwin Decena, Senior Architect

Edwin Decena

Senior Architect

Shaker Consultancy Group

Location
Qatar - Doha
Education
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor Science in Architecture
Experience
37 years, 8 Months

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Total years of experience :37 years, 8 Months

Senior Architect at Shaker Consultancy Group
  • Qatar - Doha
  • My current job since March 2012

Job Descriptions :

 Review shop drawings, method statements & specifications as per IFC Documents.
 Coordinate with contractor & sub-contractors for the speedy approval of shop drawings & documents.
 Coordinate with the site engineer on all quality issues.
 Review CRFI (Contractor Request for Inspection) with attached documents to ensure as per procedures prior to site inspection.
 Issuance of NCR (nonconformance report) as per violation of construction activities on site.

Design Architect/QC Architect at Overseas Bechtel Incorporated
  • Qatar - Doha
  • September 2006 to February 2012

Job Descriptions :

 Inspections, coordination & surveillance work for all Architectural aspects.
 Implement the QC management system at site.
 Control all nonconformance reports and undertake remedial action.
 Provide daily reports as per raised inspection request form (IRF).
 Issued Quality Action Notice (QAN) for compliance or non-compliance per raised IRF & upload on database for records.
 Monitoring and issuance of Action Notice form in compliance of work activities and ensure the safety is adhered on site.
 Coordinate with the site engineer on all quality issues.
 Coordinate and chair the QC weekly site inspections with the project subcontractors QC personnel.
 Assure all technical documents relative to site quality control are current status.
 Verify that the quality related site activities are in accordance with the applicable codes and standards.
 Reviews as-built Architectural drawings.
 Checked specifications, method of statement, inspection & test plan and construction drawings in accordance with standard inspection procedures.
 Aside from site activities, taking up Bechtel University (BU) courses as required.
 Prepare Annual Review (AR) and Development Plan required annually.
 Attended Critical Task Training.

Assistant Manager at BELLE CORPORATION
  • Philippines
  • June 1997 to February 2002

Planning & Development Division
Job Description :
 Prepared concept design and presentation drawings.
 Reviewed and approved architectural and engineering production drawings.
 Responsible for procedural bidding purposes.
 Checked and reviewed drawing reports submitted by the consulting firm.
 Provide routine inspection of construction phase prior to finishing touches.
 Responsible for resolving and rectifying problems that occurred during construction stage.
 Checked and reviewed construction timetable and weekly progress reports.
Projects Handled:
 Funicular (trams) Station
 Belle View Condominiums
 Spa & Lodge
 Sports Center Extension
 Highland Groove Condominiums
 Proposed Equestrian & Horse Stables
 Midland Golf Club Houses

Architect at DP ARCHITECTS PTE, Ltd.
  • Singapore
  • March 1995 to October 1996

Job Description :
 Prepared designed concept and detailed sketches for final drafting.
 Coordination with consultant for proper implementation and execution of works prior to production drawings.
Projects Handled:
 Berjaya Star City (Hotel, Condominium, and Shopping Mall)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
 SUNTECH (Convention Center/ Office Mall) Singapore

Senior Interior Design Coordinator at DESIGN IDEAS INTERNATIONAL PTE, Ltd.
  • Singapore
  • August 1993 to March 1995

Job Description : INTERIOR WORKS
 Prepared interior design concepts, space planning layout and presentation drawings.
 Meet with potential clients for closing deals.
 Checked and reviewed final drawings before issuing for bidding.
 Supervised actual construction to perform according to tender documents.
 Conducted job site meetings to evaluate and assess progress of projects.
 Coordinated with suppliers for all materials required for the project.
 Submitted progress reports.

Architectural Job Captain at SAUDI DIYAR CONSULTANTS
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • October 1991 to November 1992

Job Description :
 Prepared designed concept and detailed sketches for final drafting.
 Coordination with consultant for proper implementation and execution of works prior to production drawings.

Architectural Job Captain at CONSULTING ENGINEERING GROUP
  • Qatar - Doha
  • November 1989 to September 1990

Lead architectural working drawings
Prepares detail sketches
Check & review working drawings
Supervision works for the project completion
Coordination meeting with design engineers

Senior Architectural Staff at GABRIEL FORMOSO & PARTNERS
  • Philippines
  • February 1989 to November 1989

Prepares architectural working drawings and detailing
Prepares presentation drawings
Do interior works for hotel projects abroad
Coordination meeting with design engineers

Architectural Job Captain at ZUHAIR FAYEZ & ASSOCIATES
  • Saudi Arabia - Jeddah
  • October 1986 to December 1988

Refer to architectural job captain description

Senior Architectural Staff at GABRIEL FORMOSO & PARTNERS
  • Philippines
  • October 1984 to October 1986

Refer to Senior Architectural Staff job description

Architectural/structural Draftsman at DANIEL, MANN, JOHNSON & MENDENHALL (DMJM)
  • Japan
  • July 1983 to August 1984

Prepares architectural & structural shop drawings for military facilities.
Prepares detail sketches

Senior Architectural Staff at GABRIEL FORMOSO & PARTNERS
  • Philippines
  • October 1981 to June 1983

Refer to Senior Architectural Staff job description

Architectural Draftsman at KHALID AL-MOAJIL, Architects
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • October 1979 to September 1981

Prepares architectural working drawings & detailing

Education

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor Science in Architecture
  • at Far Eastern University
  • April 1978

Graduated in B.S. Architecture

Specialties & Skills

Interior Architecture
Architectural Design
Safety Inspection
Architectural/Interior Design

Languages

English
Expert

Memberships

PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION
  • Architect
  • July 1978

Training and Certifications

Senior Architect "Grade A " (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2013
Valid Until:
November 2014