Auto CAD (R14 to 2022)
Abhilash Vadakkedath
Sr.Archhitectural Draughtsman
Muscat
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Technical Support Engineer
Al Muthla Golden contracting
Muscat
11.2021 - Current
- Computed resource quantities and requirements to give customers accurate price estimates.
- Conferred with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve problems with design or implementation.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
- Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
- Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
- Reviewed and assisted in performing technical bid analysis.
- Managed & executed residential and commercial construction projects simultaneously.
- Coordination with Project Manager, Construction Manager, Technical Manager, Structural Engineer, Architect, Quantity Surveyors, Procurement Manager and MEP for Technical issues.
CAD Department Manager
Ghantoot Transport & Gen.Cont.LLC.
Muscat
11.2014 - 07.2021
- Initiated and maintained contact with clients for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
- Recommended best practices for solutions to meet customer business needs.
- Maintained notes, design calculations and other documentation such as bill of materials, design parameters and performance standards for future reference.
- Used 2D and 3D AutoCAD to create necessary drawings from sales proposal stage to final as-built stage of fabrication.
- Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to keep material costs within set budgets.
- Revised and updated existing drawings to reflect design changes.
- Implemented drafting standards and coordinated software and hardware upgrades.
- Hired, trained and supervised CAD users in core application skills and standards.
- Guided and directed 15-member CAD team to achieve operational and technical excellence.
Chief Draughts’man
Avantgarde Architects & Engineers L.L.C (Design Consultants)
Abu Dhabi
05.2010 - 11.2015
- Oversaw 15 drafting teams completing simultaneous projects, successfully meeting key milestones.
- Worked closely with Architect / Engineers to develop high quality drawings for Concept Design stage to Tender Stage within the time limit. Prepared General arrangement Plans, Sections, Elevations and blow-up details for various types of residential, commercial and Industrial projects from rough sketches and verbal instructions given by Architect / Interior Designer / Engineers.
- Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
- Finding quantity for various goods like Block, Plaster, Paint, Marble, Granite, Floor Ceramic for Toilets and Rooms, False ceiling etc…
- Trained junior staff on codes, best practices and suppliers, which enabled better self-sufficiency and task completion.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to make revisions to CAD drawings.
- Generated accurate technical drawings for various projects.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Worked closely with designers and contractors to confirm accuracy of drawings.
- Drafted and revised CAD drawings to meet client specifications.
- Utilized AutoCAD and other software to create detailed drawings.
Senior Draughtsman (Arch & Civil)
GHANTOOT GROUP AbuDhabi
Abu Dhabi
07.2005 - 04.2010
- Tracked team work hours and submitted documentation.
- Applied knowledge of [Type] codes to drafting projects.
- Managed drafting and design for over 7 projects from concept through delivery.
- Supported value engineering and architectural review processes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked with architects, engineers and customers to efficiently resolve planning and construction issues.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
NIET
New Delhi 06.2011 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
National Trade Certificate
Palakkad 07.1998 - 07.2000
Skills
AutoCAD proficiency
Municipal design
Drafting
Civil engineering
Design instruction creation
Commercial and residential planning
Project management experience
Site layout
Microsoft Office Suite
Technical reports
Software
Microsoft Office Package
3D-Tools: Google Sketch Up 7 to 2022
Interests
Gym, Motorcycling, Fishing, learning new programmed related to drawing
Timeline
Technical Support Engineer
Al Muthla Golden contracting
11.2021 - Current
CAD Department Manager
Ghantoot Transport & Gen.Cont.LLC.
11.2014 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
NIET
06.2011 - 06.2014
Chief Draughts’man
Avantgarde Architects & Engineers L.L.C (Design Consultants)
05.2010 - 11.2015
Senior Draughtsman (Arch & Civil)
GHANTOOT GROUP AbuDhabi
07.2005 - 04.2010
High School Diploma -
National Trade Certificate
07.1998 - 07.2000