Charlotte Ackah
Accra
Summary
Organized, self motivated & multi- talented Architect who seeks to add value through great collaboration. With good interpersonal and multitasking abilities, I seek to further establish other businesses while achieving company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Architect
Agro Kings
Accra
02.2024 - Current
- Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend innovative solutions to address business challenges.
- Design & document business architecture , including process maps, information models and system architecture.
- Ensure alignment of business goals and technology solutions, considering scalability, flexibility and sustainability
- Collaborated with various stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams and external partners.
- Identify needs and develop strategies for delivering solutions that meet those needs.
- Provide guidance on best practices in architecture design and development.
- Drive continuous improvement by recommending and implementing enhancements to existing processes and methodologies
Architect
Atelier
Tema
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Developed plans and specifications for building projects to meet the needs of clients.
- Conducted site visits in order to assess potential locations for new buildings.
- Analyzed data from surveys, maps and aerial photographs to create scaled drawings.
- Collaborated with engineers, surveyors and contractors on various aspects of construction projects.
- Drafted conceptual diagrams, skhes and 3-dimensional models of proposed buildings or renovations.
- Reviewed contractor bids for accuracy, completeness and conformance with project requirements.
- Inspected existing structures in order to identify design issues or areas that need improvement.
- Provided guidance on interior design elements such as furniture layout and fixtures selection.
- Prepared cost estimates for materials needed in construction projects.
- Coordinated activities between architects, designers, engineers and contractors throughout the duration of a project.
- Consulted with clients to discuss design options based on their budget constraints or aesthetic preferences.
- Maintained records relating to building permits, inspections and other legal documents associated with projects.
- Worked closely with local authorities regarding safety standards compliance when designing public buildings.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations used during client meetings or bid processes.
- Evaluated progress made by contractors during different stages of the construction process.
- Ensured quality control by verifying adherence to approved plans during each phase of a project's development.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Interacted with clients to provide timely and relevant status updates.
- Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals.
- Supervised team of project architects and CADD technicians throughout entire project.
- Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
- Reported on status of design process and cost analysis to project manager.
- Directed technicians in preparing plan drawings or specification documents.
- Planned residences, office buildings or factories in accordance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Consulted with clients to determine spatial or functional requirements of structures.
- Conducted on-site visits to construction sites to monitor plan compliance.
- Created 3D or interactive structure designs using computer-aided design applications.
- Completed formal design intent and construction documentation.
- Discussed design specifications and procedures with project manager, engineering team and construction manager.8
- Presented final designs at customer review sessions prior to commencement of construction work.
Junior Architect
Quadro DC Ltd
Accra
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Prepared presentations for clients outlining design concepts, materials, and estimated costs.
- Researched furniture, fabrics, lighting fixtures, flooring options, and other materials to be used in the interior design project.
- Assisted with project management duties such as ordering supplies and tracking progress of projects.
- Provided support during installation process by coordinating deliveries and ensuring quality standards were met.
- Generated detailed drawings to scale for furniture layouts, electrical plans, elevations, and construction details.
- Selected color palettes for residential and commercial spaces based on customer needs and preferences.
- Compiled samples of materials including paint chips, fabric swatches, carpet tiles, wall coverings for clients' review.
- Performed site visits to assess existing conditions prior to beginning a new project.
- Analyzed space planning requirements such as traffic flow patterns within the space being designed.
- Visited showrooms to evaluate potential products that could be included in the final design.
- Worked closely with contractors throughout each phase of the project from conceptualization through completion.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchases made during a project including invoices and receipts.
- Assisted in developing cost estimates based on labor rates, material costs, overhead expenses.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working on-site at client locations or job sites.
- Updated drawing documents throughout the course of each project in order to ensure accuracy.
- Measured rooms and documented information to plan layouts.
- Gathered price quotes from contractors and vendors.
- Researched fixtures and furnishings aligned with project requirements and design style.
- Grouped finish selections and prepared professional design boards for client presentations.
- Created 3D models of interior spaces using Autodesk 3ds Max.
- Tracked order shipments to monitor deliveries and viewed arriving items to confirm correctness.
- Researched and explored use of materials, technologies and products to incorporate into designs.
- Researched concepts and followed industry trends to provide knowledgeable insight to clients.
- Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.
- Assisted clients successfully by choosing furnishings consistent with preferences and budget.
- Used 3D software to allow customers to clearly visualize completed projects, creating "wow effect."
- Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
- Advised client on space planning, layout and use of furnishings or equipment.
- Reviewed and detailed shop drawings for construction plans.
- Subcontracted fabrication, installation and arrangement of carpeting and fixtures.
- Created 3D models of building designs using AutoCAD software and other design tools.
- Assisted in the development of construction documents such as floor plans, elevations, sections and details.
- Prepared conceptual sketches to illustrate design solutions.
- Provided support on various projects from schematic design to construction administration phases.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Central University
Ghana08-2018
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Aburi Girls Senior High School
Aburi, GhanaSkills
- Business Process Optimization
- Business Operations Management
- Sales Strategy Optimization
- Strategic Planning
- Project Planning
- Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Work Planning And Prioritization
- New Business Development
- Presentation Skills
- Personnel Management
- Relationship Building
- Task Delegation
- Purchasing And Planning
Languages
English
First Language
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
- Started So Crêpe in the year 2021. So Crêpe is pop up dessert and savory stand.
Certification
- Associate Member of the Ghana Institute of Architects - 2022
SOFTWARES
- Autodesk Revit
- 3ds Max
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Timeline
Business Architect
Agro Kings
02.2024 - Current
Architect
Atelier
01.2019 - 01.2024
Junior Architect
Quadro DC Ltd
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Central University
Some College (No Degree) - General Arts
Aburi Girls Senior High School
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