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Anna Nikolaeva

Glen Allen

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with over 12 years of international experience in architecture, project coordination, and construction administration. Holds a U.S.-equivalent Master’s Degree in Architecture, officially evaluated by WES. Demonstrated expertise in developing construction documents, conducting building code research, and coordinating with clients and cross-functional engineering teams. Currently pursuing specialized coursework in U.S. Building Codes and Construction Methods to successfully transition into a Construction Administrator or Construction Manager role.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Intern

Moseley Architects
Richmond
11.2023 - 12.2023

Completed an intensive 6-week professional practicum:

  • Executed "redline" markups and drafting revisions as a collaborative team member.
  • Completed a comprehensive training course in Autodesk Revit.
  • Developed 3D elevation design concept options using SketchUp.
  • Participated in professional development programs and online seminars, gaining valuable insight architectural design and corporate office etiquette.

Design Architect

APCE Design Inc.
Haikou. . .
05.2013 - 08.2016
  • Led Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Administration (CA) for residential, retail, commercial, and entertainment facilities.
  • Directly communicated with clients and engineering consultants to ensure project execution aligned with design intent and specifications.

Key Projects: Dong Zhai Gang tourist center (SD/DD/CA), Chang Mai shopping mall hard-scape, common space interior design (SD/DD/CA).

Design Architect

CNA-SmithGroup / Baskerville / J.A.O. Design
Beijing / Shanghai
06.2009 - 08.2012
  • Developed comprehensive design development and schematic designs for mixed-use and commercial projects.
  • Coordinated detailed schedules, specifications, and construction details with external consultants.
  • Conducted extensive building code, zoning, and materials research, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Project: Venice-style entertainment street (38,000 sqm commercial area) - handled SD, DD, and CA.

Code Consultant / Design Architect

A&U Design Group
Seoul,
01.2008 - 11.2008
  • Consulted Korean design department on Ukrainian building codes, analyzed project code issues, and proposed integrated solutions.
  • Oversaw the implementation of code-compliant solutions by the project team for large-scale projects, including a 40-story/300,000 sqm multipurpose business center.
  • Participated in the conceptual design development for projects in South Korea.

Design Architect

Retrograd & Module-Build
Odessa
03.2002 - 01.2008
  • Led reconstruction projects for historically significant buildings in Odessa’s city center, including a UNESCO-listed building (1823-1825), managing the full project lifecycle from concept to construction documents.
  • Developed complete construction document packages for the reconstruction and expansion of a hotel, ensuring all details, schedules, and specifications.
  • Coordinated directly with contractors during the construction phase to answer questions and resolve unforeseen site conditions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - ARC-258, ARC-246

Brightpoint Community College
Richmond , VA

Master’s Degree in Building And Structure Architecture (U.S. Equivalency Evaluated By WES) -

Odesa State Academy of Civil Engineering And Architecture
Odessa , Ukraine.

Skills

  • Construction Administration (CA) & Project Coordination
  • Building Codes, Zoning & Contract Documents
  • Materials & Methods of Construction
  • Schematic Design (SD) & Design Development (DD)
  • Bilingual: English, Russian, Ukrainian, Chinese
  • Software: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, LUMION

Timeline

Design Intern

Moseley Architects
11.2023 - 12.2023

Design Architect

APCE Design Inc.
05.2013 - 08.2016

Design Architect

CNA-SmithGroup / Baskerville / J.A.O. Design
06.2009 - 08.2012

Code Consultant / Design Architect

A&U Design Group
01.2008 - 11.2008

Design Architect

Retrograd & Module-Build
03.2002 - 01.2008

Some College (No Degree) - ARC-258, ARC-246

Brightpoint Community College

Master’s Degree in Building And Structure Architecture (U.S. Equivalency Evaluated By WES) -

Odesa State Academy of Civil Engineering And Architecture
Anna Nikolaeva