Marian Jean Alsonado
Taguig,Philippines
Summary
Architect with 6 years of progressive experience across interior fit-out coordination, design development, and owner ’s-side project management for residential and commercial projects. Experienced in reviewing and approving design and construction documents, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering practical, value-driven solutions.
Skilled in aligning design intent with on-site execution, with a strong background in project coordination, technical detailing, and stakeholder management from concept through project turnover.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Project Architect
D.M. Wenceslao Group
Paranaque, Philippines
11.2022 - Current
- Manage and oversee 2–3 large-scale residential and office development projects, ensuring alignment with design intent, budget, and schedule.
- Lead design review and approval processes for submissions from external consultants, providing technical insights, design enhancements, and value engineering solutions prior to construction.
- Review and approve contractor shop drawings and technical submissions, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and readiness for site implementation.
- Provide on-site design solutions and technical resolutions for issues arising from actual construction conditions, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines.
- Prepare design concepts, working drawings, and technical documentation for ad-hoc requirements, including model units, and dress-up residential spaces.
- Develop and manage project schedules and timelines, coordinating deliverables across multiple stakeholders.
- Conduct budgeting and cost estimation for FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment) and interior finishes, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with project targets.
- Coordinate with suppliers for material sourcing, sample approvals, and pricing, ensuring compliance with design and quality standards.
- Facilitate communication and coordination among consultants, contractors, suppliers, and senior management, including presentations for executive-level approvals.
- Perform site inspections and punch list activities to ensure quality control and readiness for project turnover.
- Support project close-out and handover, ensuring all deliverables meet required standards and client expectations.
Associate Architect
L.A. Poco & Associates Architects
Makati, City, Philippines
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Led the planning and development of value-engineered design solutions for a community mall project, producing comprehensive construction drawings.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed bid drawings for two community mall developments, ensuring accuracy and completeness for tendering.
- Coordinated with engineering consultants and design teams to ensure technical integration, buildability, and timely document delivery.
- Supported the creation of initial visual renderings for a food court project to aid in design presentation and approvals.
- Developed schematic designs for an arcaded retail component, serving as an anchor for a boutique hotel project.
- Contributed to the preparation of detailed architectural plans for an apartment building project during the design development.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary engineers and client representatives, ensuring alignment with project requirements and design intent.
Project Coordinator
Mundo Builders Inc.
Makati, City, Philippines
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Led the site supervision and implementation of multi-floor interior fit-out works for an office building, ensuring adherence to design, quality, and schedule.
- Managed the full execution of interior fit-out works for a university library project, from coordination through to final turnover.
- Coordinated with clients, contractors, trades, and design teams, ensuring smooth communication and on-time project delivery.
- Prepared material take-offs, cost estimates, and monitored procurement timelines to ensure timely delivery of required resources.
- Assisted in the preparation and administration of contracts for specialised contractors, supporting project compliance and execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Rizal Technological University
Mandaluyong City01-2018
Diploma - Architectural Technology
Technological University of the Philippines
Taguig01-2015
Skills
- Project Management and Scheduling
- Design Review & Technical Integration
- Technical Documentation and Detailing
- Value Engineering and Cost Planning
- Construction and site coordination
Core Skills
- Stakeholder and team coordination
- AutoCAD, SketchUp
- V-Ray, Lumion
- Adobe Photoshop
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Software and Tools
Timeline
Sr. Project Architect
D.M. Wenceslao Group
11.2022 - Current
Associate Architect
L.A. Poco & Associates Architects
08.2021 - 10.2022
Project Coordinator
Mundo Builders Inc.
08.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Rizal Technological University
Diploma - Architectural Technology
Technological University of the Philippines