Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering from the Philadelphia University in Jordan, and later received my professional architect’s license from the Ontario Association of Architects. Worked for several international architectural firms in Jordan and Canada, I joined RVA in 2016 and have helped RVA Architecture grow from a supplementary service focused on water and wastewater projects to a full-fledged division with an ever-expanding portfolio of schools, community centers, office complexes, and fire stations.

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EDUCATION

Pathway to Practice Architecture

Ryerson University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 2019

(OAA) Admission Course

University of Toronto

Ontario, Canada, 2019

Seminar in Contemporary &Future Practice

Ryerson University

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 2017

B.Sc. Arch (Architectural Engineering)

Philadelphia University

Amman, Jordan, 2012

EDUCATION

OAA Licensed Architect

Province of Ontario 2020

NSAA Licensed Architect

Province of Nova Scotia 2020

NLAA Licensed Architect

Province of Newfoundland and Labrador

AANB Licensed Architect

Province of New Brunswick

Skills

Skills

Communication

Communication

Collaboration

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Problem Solving

Leadership

Leadership

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Revit

Project Management

Project Management

Design

Design

Construction Documents

Construction Documents

Contract Administration

Contract Administration

Budget Control

Budget Control

Excellent

Advanced

Advanced

Advanced

Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

R. V. ANDERSON ASSOCIATES LIMITED

Associate | Manager of Architecture

January 2024 - Present | 2 Years 8 Months

Associate | Architectural Design Lead

August 2022 - January 2024 | 1 Year 6 months

Associate | Architect

January 2021 - August 2022 | 1 Year 8 months

Architect

March 2020 - January 2021 | 11 months

Intern Architect

October 2016 - March 2020 | 3 Years 5 months

People

As a senior leader in the firm, responsibilities include mentoring junior architects and interns, actively participating in hiring and staff development, and assisting in strategic planning and resource allocation. Overseeing architectural operations, team performance, and project delivery is essential, along with developing firm-wide policies, workflows, and quality control measures. Financial management, including project profitability and resource allocation, plays a key role, as does representing the firm in negotiations, client relations, and business expansion. Additionally, supervising department heads ensures staff growth and efficiency, while leading long-term strategic planning drives business growth and innovation.

Business

As a design leader, responsibilities include defining and directing the firm’s design vision and aesthetic approach while ensuring compliance with firm policies and industry best practices. Establishing design standards and reviewing project deliverables are essential to maintaining quality and consistency. Active participation in client presentations and discussions helps strengthen relationships and drive business development. Collaborating with marketing teams plays a key role in positioning the firm’s brand effectively. Additionally, setting firm-wide goals in sustainability, technology, and design standards fosters innovation and ensures the firm remains at the forefront of the industry.

Projects

As a design leader, responsibilities include leading design development and overseeing drafting teams while guiding project teams to ensure efficient workflows and quality control. Managing multiple projects from concept to completion requires strict adherence to local building codes and regulations, along with the preparation of construction documents, specifications, and detailing. Close coordination with consultants, including structural, MEP, and landscape teams, is essential for seamless project execution. Additionally, overseeing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables ensures timely and cost-effective completion. Conducting site visits for quality control and contractor coordination helps maintain design integrity, while leading high-profile or complex projects demands strategic oversight and decision-making. Reviewing and approving major design decisions across multiple projects further reinforces consistency and excellence in architectural outcomes.