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Joehan B. Begonia

Joehan B. Begonia

Architectural/Civil Design Drafter
Sta. Cruz

Summary

Experienced and versatile Autocad Draftsman with over 15 years of proven expertise in architectural, civil, and MEP drafting for both local and international projects. Skilled in using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit and other industry-standard software to deliver high-quality, detailed, and efficient designs. Known for precision, adaptability, and a strong work ethic gained from years of working in fast-paced environments in the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region.

Outside of work, I’m passionate about continuous growth and creativity through hobbies such as playing the guitar, mountain biking, airsoft, vlogging, and video editing—activities that sharpen both my focus and storytelling skills, on and off the field.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Civil Design Drafter (Direct Workshare-New Zealand)

GHD PTY LTD
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborating with Engineers in the preparation of design drawings
  • Maintaining project drafting CAD standards across all drawings / disciplines
  • Developing high quality drawings from concept stage through to detailed design
  • Producing technical drawings in line with GHD Corporate Drafting Manual (CDM) and / or client standards where applicable
  • Carrying out delegated tasks within agreed timescales and budget hours
  • Ensuring drafting checks and amendments are completed in line with QA compliance
  • Conceptual and detailed design drafting roads, bus stops, infrastructure, landfills and structures
  • Design and drafting support to senior designers
  • Mentoring and guidance of young Drafters
  • Project management and coordination from my direct workshare GHD New Zealand
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team with experience delivering large projects with minimal supervision

Civil Drafter

Kainan Corporation
03.2022 - 04.2023
  • Draft plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations, and construction projects such as runways, taxiways, aprons, highways, drainage systems, airside signages, and landside signages, working from sketches or notes
  • Adjust current drawings and recommend changes based on their understanding and knowledge of the project
  • Draw maps, diagrams, and profiles, using cross-sections and surveys, to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations, and structures
  • Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from civil engineers to ensure that they conform to design concepts
  • Responsible for all civil cad works layout and details (shop drawings & as-built drawings)
  • Process and interpret survey data collected in the field and convert to dwg layouts
  • Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, or technical investigations to obtain data required to revise construction drawings
  • Record the results of surveys, including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features
  • Potential for occasional field work including site inspections, survey assistant & additional site manpower
  • Collaborate with project managers and building engineers regarding projects
  • Explain drawings to production or construction teams and provide adjustments as necessary
  • Supervise and train other cad drafters
  • Maintain, support, and operate associated plotters and printers
  • Client (Outsourcing Office): Dai Nippon-Nippo JV (Lae, Papua New Guinea)
  • Project Title: Nadzab Redevelopment Airport Project, Papua New Guinea

Autocad Operator (Civil Works)

J.F. Cancio and Associates / GCR Consortium
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Mainly responsible for Issue-For-Construction (IFC) Drawings markup editing for all packages CP S-01 to CP S-07 (Civil works: bridges, viaducts, drainage and roads)
  • Coordinate and assist Engineers/designers in revising the detailed design drawing comments, xrefs IFC stamps, and putting revision clouds on all revised drawings
  • Assign drafting work; develop and assist in the development of drafting guidelines, procedures, and standards
  • Examine drawings for conformity and errors
  • Client (Outsourcing Office): Oriental Consultants Global Co., Ltd
  • (JICA)
  • Project Title: North-South Commuter Railway Extension (NSCR-EX) Project

Autocad Operator (Civil Works)

SRDP Consulting, Inc.
04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Prepare drawings and topographical and relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, pipelines, flood control projects, and water and sewerage control systems
  • Create graphical representations of civil structures
  • Use Computer-Aided Design and Drafting systems to prepare drawings
  • Prepare reports, maps, drawings, and plans to help coordinate the production of the project
  • Convert/export dwg alignments to google earth pro
  • Performed drafting of structural plans, detail sections, and schedules
  • Liaise with architect, structural & highway engineers, and surveyors to create a drawing using Autodesk Civil 3D and Autocad
  • Client (Outsourcing Office): Oriental Consultants Global Co., Ltd
  • (JICA)
  • Project Title: The Malolos-Clark Railway Project (MCRP), The North-South Railway Project (NSRP)- South line (Commuter), The New Clark City Railway Extension Project

Draftsman (Architectural, Structural, MEP)

Engr. Abdullah Naser Bin Jama'an Office for Engineering Consultancy (JACO)- Engineering Department
04.2011 - 01.2019
  • Help architects & engineers in drafting detailed cad drawings for roads, hard & soft landscaping, bridges, vertical structures, tunnels, and water and sewerage systems
  • Prepare waterline, drainage system & lighting/power layouts
  • Help architects & engineers in drafting detailed cad drawings for roads, hard & soft landscaping, bridges, vertical structures, tunnels, and water and sewerage systems
  • Develop and prepare conceptual design drawings and sketches
  • Act as survey instrument person; gather field data for road traffic design; perform automatic and manual vehicle & pedestrian counting, records traffic lights time interval
  • Prepare complex design drawings from engineering sketches and/or oral instructions
  • Responsible for all drafting and plotting road alignments survey drawings and plan and profile layouts
  • Performed Photoshop editing for architectural design project presentations
  • Prepare and train others in the use of Autocad software, presentation graphics, and other software programs
  • Assign drafting work; develop and assist in the development of drafting guidelines, procedures, and standards
  • Act as drafting coordinator to evaluate drafting workload and allocate necessary resources to ensure successful project completion
  • Assist lead computer-aided drafting (CAD) technician to develop and maintain CAD drafting standards and procedures
  • Examine drawings for conformity and errors
  • Work in a fast-paced environment, balancing several projects, under tight deadlines
  • Assist the client relations team to meet client goals and ensure client satisfaction
  • General office duties
  • Performed drafting of structural plans, detail sections, and schedules
  • Liaise with structural engineers to create a drawing using Autocad
  • Project Title: Amlak, Prince Salma Villas, Prince Galawi Residences, Al Odwan Commercial Bldg., BIPP Projects, Shifa Mall Renovations, FIC Project, Al Fauzan Sulay Projects

CAD OPERATOR (Architectural, Structural, MEP)

Filipinas Dravo Corp. (Architecture & Engineering Consultants)
04.2008 - 04.2011
  • Produced detailed AutoCAD (Imperial system) files of architectural plans, elevations & sections from hand sketch
  • Modified and revised existing drawings according to the client's specs, standards, and guidelines
  • Coordinate with other disciplines such as civil/structural and electro-mechanical
  • Assist design architects & engineers in the development of the presentation of design drawings and documentation of manuals
  • Project title: Guam Expansion and Modernization (GEM) Project- US Military Base
  • Project title: Philhealth Corporate Center (Phic) Project
  • Project title: Tarlac Pangasinan La Union Expressway (TPLEX) Project

CAD OPERATOR (Piping)

CIM Technologies, Inc.
06.2007 - 04.2008
  • Convert and produce electronic drawing files of electro-gaz network underground cables/pipes
  • Modified existing electronic dwg files sent by clients from France
  • Screen Edit converted electronic dwg files to check missing dwg blocks, text, network cables/pipes, and layers to produce quality electronic drawings before sending (emailing) them to the clients
  • Project title: France electro-gaz network cables/pipes

AUTOCAD DRAFTSMAN (MEP)

MZ & Partners (Architectural & Engineering Consultancy)
01.2007 - 04.2007
  • Drafted detailed electrical, plumbing, fire protection & alarm, and mechanical-related drawings used to plan and design engineering projects
  • Modified electrical circuiting, lighting, small power, fire protection & alarm, and DB's schematic diagrams for highrise bldgs
  • Experienced in MEP Drafting Standards using Autocad i.e
  • Mep Building Plans, Sections & Architectural Layouts
  • Coordination with MEP Services & Project Material Take off, Electrical & Plumbing Legends, Circuits & Schematics Diagrams, and Electrical DB Schedules, among others
  • Coordinate with other disciplines such as architectural & structural
  • Project title: Doha Hilton Hotel, Qatari Diar Bldgs., Al Ream Commercial Bldgs, The Palm Towers, Energy City Qatar, The Pearl Qatar

CAD DRAFTSMAN (Architectural, Structural, MEP, GIS-Mapping)

Filipinas Dravo Corp. (Architecture & Engineering Consultants)
11.2002 - 12.2003
  • Produced structural plans; details of foundations, building frame, floor and roof, window framing, and other structural elements
  • Produced both structural steelworks and reinforced concrete drawings
  • Modified and produced architectural plans and detailed drawings for the rehabilitation and repair of school buildings
  • Drafted detailed construction, electrical, plumbing, and other related drawings used in the planning and construction of civil engineering projects
  • Modified and produced structural, architectural, electrical, and plumbing notes
  • Project title: Department of Education's Secondary School Building Project

CAD DRAFTSMAN (GIS-Mapping)

BayanMap Corporation (Geographic Information Services)
10.2000 - 10.2001
  • Convert all telecommunication facilities drawings of BayanTel, updating old plans, drawing and plotting telecom plans
  • Prepared map plans for National Statistics Office, Maynilad, and Meralco for surveying & documentation
  • Geocoding, editing, and creating new polygons/building footprints, updating the road centerlines and street names based on field surveys and aerial photos
  • Project title: BayanTel Telecommunication

CAD DRAFTSMAN (Architectural, Structural)

Rigid Steel Center, Inc. (Engineering Contractor)
06.1999 - 04.2000
  • Produced and modified shop drawings of bridge elevations, details of bridge foundations, slabs, concrete railings, girders, reinforced beams, reinforced bars, and footings
  • Act as lead computer-aided drafting (CAD) technician to develop and maintain CAD drafting standards and procedures
  • Act as drafting coordinator to evaluate drafting workload and allocate necessary resources to ensure successful project completion
  • Deal directly with customers, contractors, and development engineers concerning all cad works
  • Project title: Construction of Sta
  • Maria, Ilocos Sur Bridge

CAD OPERATOR / Digitizer (Mapping)

Pasco-Certeza Computer Mapping Corp. (PACER)
05.1998 - 03.1999
  • Input analog data performed data capture through a table digitization and keyboard entry using GIS-based applications
  • Input analog data using CADD/CAM-based software such as Autocad, ArcInfo, and VecEdit
  • Checking Incoming and outgoing map sheets and data, etc

Education

Bachelor of Science - MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

Polytechnic University of The Philippines (PUP)
MANILA, PHILIPPINES
06.1992 - 11.2002

Skills

Certification

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Training

  • 05/01/17, 06/30/17, Microcadd Technologies Company, Quezon City, Philippines, 3D Studio Max 2017 for Architectural Design
  • 02/01/14, 05/31/14, Computer Society of Filipinos, International Inc. (COMSOFIL-Riyadh), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Revit Architecture
  • 08/01/13, 11/30/13, Computer Society of Filipinos, International Inc. (COMSOFIL-Riyadh), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3ds Max Rendering (Vray)
  • 02/01/12, 06/30/12, Computer Society of Filipinos, International Inc. (COMSOFIL-Riyadh), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3ds Max Modelling, Microstation
  • 06/01/03, 09/30/03, Eulogio 'Amang' Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology (EARIST), Manila, Philippines, Manual Mechanical Drafting
  • 10/01/01, 01/31/02, Microcadd Technologies Company, Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines, AUTOCAD 2000 with Color Rendering
  • 10/14/09, 10/16/09, ISO Bldg., Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City, Philippines, Basic Internal Quality Auditing using ISO 9001:2008
  • 11/04/03, 11/14/03, University Hotel, UP Campus, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines, Training - Workshop on School Mapping Exercise (SME) - Geographic Information System (GIS)

Personal Information

  • Age: 49
  • Place of Birth: Garchitorena, Camarines Sur, Philippines
  • Number of Children: 2
  • Date of Birth: 07/29/75
  • Marital Status: Married

Mountain biking, playing guitar, playing airsoft, vlogging

I enjoy mountain biking for the adventure and exercise it gives me, and playing guitar helps me relax and express myself through music. I also like playing airsoft on weekends because it’s fun, active, and builds teamwork. On the side, I do vlogging where I capture and edit moments from my hobbies and daily life, just for fun and creativity.

Accomplishments

Successfully delivered detailed civil drawings for New Zealand-based transportation and infrastructure projects under the Direct Workshare model, ensuring full compliance with NZ standards and GHD's documentation guidelines.

Played a key role in drafting road geometry, pavement layouts, drainage, and utility plans, contributing to high-profile transport projects in Christchurch and other regional centers.

Coordinated efficiently with multidisciplinary teams, including structural, landscape, and MEP drafters, to ensure seamless integration of design components.

Recognized for attention to detail and high accuracy in drawings, resulting in fewer markups and quicker turnaround during QA/QC reviews.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Autocad

Revit Architecture

Bluebeam Revu 20

Civil 3D

Photoshop

Autocad Plant 3D

Naviswork

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Interests

Mountain Biking

Airsoft

Content creation/vlogging

Playing guitar

Movies

Music

Timeline

Civil Design Drafter (Direct Workshare-New Zealand)

GHD PTY LTD
05.2023 - Current

Civil Drafter

Kainan Corporation
03.2022 - 04.2023

Autocad Operator (Civil Works)

J.F. Cancio and Associates / GCR Consortium
12.2021 - 02.2022

Autocad Operator (Civil Works)

SRDP Consulting, Inc.
04.2019 - 09.2021

Draftsman (Architectural, Structural, MEP)

Engr. Abdullah Naser Bin Jama'an Office for Engineering Consultancy (JACO)- Engineering Department
04.2011 - 01.2019

CAD OPERATOR (Architectural, Structural, MEP)

Filipinas Dravo Corp. (Architecture & Engineering Consultants)
04.2008 - 04.2011

CAD OPERATOR (Piping)

CIM Technologies, Inc.
06.2007 - 04.2008

AUTOCAD DRAFTSMAN (MEP)

MZ & Partners (Architectural & Engineering Consultancy)
01.2007 - 04.2007

CAD DRAFTSMAN (Architectural, Structural, MEP, GIS-Mapping)

Filipinas Dravo Corp. (Architecture & Engineering Consultants)
11.2002 - 12.2003

CAD DRAFTSMAN (GIS-Mapping)

BayanMap Corporation (Geographic Information Services)
10.2000 - 10.2001

CAD DRAFTSMAN (Architectural, Structural)

Rigid Steel Center, Inc. (Engineering Contractor)
06.1999 - 04.2000

CAD OPERATOR / Digitizer (Mapping)

Pasco-Certeza Computer Mapping Corp. (PACER)
05.1998 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Science - MATHEMATICS, COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

Polytechnic University of The Philippines (PUP)
06.1992 - 11.2002
Joehan B. BegoniaArchitectural/Civil Design Drafter