Kenneth Cyril Lombres

Summary

Inspirational Project Leader with talents in planning and implementing all stages of projects and selecting the most effective approaches and processes for timely project completion. Outstanding personal organization and risk management abilities. Big picture thinker with expertise in Construction. Hardworking Project Lead with an exceptional commitment to exceeding client expectations. Engaging and friendly with the ability to manage work quality, key milestones, and deliverables. Talented Project Lead with strengths in client management and problem-solving. Highly effective at managing multiple, concurrent projects. Detail-Oriented Architect with five years designing and executing plans for different systems. Tireless in designing perfectly customized plans for each client's unique technical and budgetary needs. Practiced at creating ideal frameworks and structures that exceed customer expectations while adhering to prescribed budgetary concerns. Ambitious Architect with more than five years in construction and engineering. Thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with strong multitasking, organizational and problem-solving abilities. Excels in design of urban residential projects and rehabilitation efforts.

Overview

2

Languages

6

years of post-secondary education

9

years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Architect

Arraystech Digital Systems Inc.

Quezon City, Philippines

01.2019 - 06.2020

Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified design sets planned for each stage of work including as-built designs and final building information models (BIM).
Adaptable and methodical Architect with 5 years of expertise in gathering client requests and considering specified needs in devising targeted, innovative and world-class designs. Efficient and insightful in driving full-cycle projects to accomplish client delight. Poised and competent professional seeking to bring multifaceted background to respected company.
Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
Coordinated with segment leaders to promote architectural goals and design concepts.
Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by other firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
Attended all team meetings to resolve technical and project issues, coordinate with team members and review project schedules.
Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction bidding.

Construction Project Coordinator

Warbucks Industries Corp

Ortigas Center, Pasig, Philippines

05.2018 - 01.2019

Developed and executed pre-construction milestones on project schedule.
Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
Oversaw entire building turnover process, enhancing communication between all construction management to facilitate smooth completion.
Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
Achieved maximum cost effectiveness by providing value engineering for construction means and methods.
Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
Attended at least 5 on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
Supervised day-to-day activities of contractors to promote productivity and efficient use of resources, maintaining on-time and under-budget project delivery.
Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
Digitally archived weekly progress and technical knowledge base photographs of all assigned projects.
Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs.
Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
Promoted adherence to safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling and operation of materials and equipment.
Conducted routine quality audits to verify progression against specifications and initiated corrective actions to remedy concerns.
Monitored supply levels and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses.

In-house Architect/Project Leader

Warbucks Industries Corp

Ortigas Center, Pasig, Philippines

10.2017 - 05.2021

Managed team meetings and discussed project's goals and objectives.
Observed progress of each project, examined risks and coordinated contingency plans.
Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
Defined responsibilities, duties, and roles of each team member.
Inspired and coached team members.
Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
Planned out and executed total of 8 projects in 1.
Aligned with staff members to develop, identify and achieve assigned goals and initiatives.
Developed and followed baseline project plan and milestones for task completion.
Provided team with coaching and direction.
Monitored progress and examined risks of various projects, including setting forth contingency plans.
Produced Progress reports each week, updating customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.

Freelance Architect

Self-employed

05.2017 - 10.2017

Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified design sets planned for each stage of work including as-built designs and final building information models (BIM).
Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
Created new and innovative approaches to problems and discussed strategies with project managers.
Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction bidding.
Coordinated with segment leaders to promote architectural goals and design concepts.
Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
Created and updated project cost analysis spreadsheets.
Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD
Recommended minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing sets.
Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations.
Verified construction documentation conformed to quality assurance standards and client requirements.

Project Team Leader

ADGO Architecture Design inc.

Quezon City, Philippines

03.2015 - 05.2017

Analyzed projects to determine resource requirements and procured necessary equipment and software.
Managed and motivated project teams to promote collaboration and keep members on-task and productive.
Gathered requirements, defined scopes, allocated resources and established schedules meeting or exceeding project demands.
Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
Built and utilized reporting systems to keep customers and management in loop with latest information.
Managed program and provider separations during corporate split.
Enforced alignment of project strategy with business objectives and made modifications to promote efficient project completion.

Apprentice Architect

A.Aterrado Design and Construct

Tagaytay City,Cavite, Philippines

06.2014 - 03.2015

Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Worked with different customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Adamson University, Manila

06.2008 - 03.2014

Elected to be Committee Head in Religious Affairs for UAPSA Adamson University in 2011-2012
Elected to be Assistant Editor for MODULE MAGAZINE in 2011-2012
Awarded as People's Choice award and 1st Runner Up- Young Professional Category on BluePrint AVID Competition- Designing the National Pavilion in 2011

Skills

Networking Infrastructure Design

Stress analysis

Structural engineering

Material application knowledge

Design development

Microsoft Office expert

Revit

Technical Architecture Design

Bidding procedures

Time management

Permitting and administration knowledge

Strong verbal and written communicator

Integrated design

Site investigation reports

Freehand sketching

Commercial architecture

Site analysis

Construction documentation

Bidding processes

Coaching and mentoring

Project specifications

Retail and commercial architecture

Sound design

Systems Engineering

LEED Green Associate accreditation

Software

AutoCAD

SketchUp

ArchiCAD

Microsoft Office

Timeline

Senior Architect - Arraystech Digital Systems Inc.

01.2019 - 06.2020

Construction Project Coordinator - Warbucks Industries Corp

05.2018 - 01.2019

In-house Architect/Project Leader - Warbucks Industries Corp

10.2017 - 05.2021

Freelance Architect - Self-employed

05.2017 - 10.2017

Project Team Leader - ADGO Architecture Design inc.