Raj Kumar Jami +1 (540) 998 3329
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An AEC Professional with 7+ years of experience in Architecture and Construc:on. Led diverse projects by collabora:ng with mul:disciplinary teams, managing client rela:onships to create sustainable and innova:ve projects in the USA and India. EDUCATION Virginia Tech IES College Of Architecture
| Master of Architecture | Bachelor of Architecture
| M.Arch | B.Arch
May 2024 | GPA 3.82 May 2018 | GPA 4.00
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Cloud9, Los Angeles, CA – Internship / Co-op May 2023 – Dec 2023 • Designed and developed $10 Million luxury residence in the Malibu Hills of Los Angeles spreading over 24,000 square feet of lot area. • Developed project in compliance with local building codes, zoning regulations and environmental considerations specific to Malibu, California. • Overseen project specifications and project schedules, benefiting both clients and designers economically. Jami Designz, Hyderabad, India – Managing Partner & Principal Architect Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 • Led a design firm to develop residential, multifamily and commercial projects valued at over $100 Million. • Administered project budgets, schedules, and resource management to ensure efficient project delivery achieving 12% of average profit margin. • Supervised project teams, architects, engineers and consultants, providing support in all project phases for Sahara Ferro Alloys Campus. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners, engaging in business development. • Contributed to the editorial content of several architectural books, including Boombay, Diagram to Design, and Grey Learn. Architects’ Combine, Mumbai, India – Project Architect Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 • Administered project budgets ranging from $5 Million to $50 Million, optimized schedules by ensuring alignment with client requirements. • Managed and reviewed contract documents and safety standards, ensuring compliance with building regulations for Bombay Heights project. • Coordinated with site supervisors and consultants throughout the project execution phase to maintain timelines for Dr. Antonio Da Silva School. • Emphasized sustainable design and construction methods that can reduce a building's operational costs by 20-30% over its lifecycle. White3 Designs, Mumbai, India – Junior Architect Nov 2016 – Jan 2019 • Designed high-end villas and private residences with project costs ranging from $2 Million to $20 Million. • Managed documentation of Chimnabai Ashram to create illustrations and physical models using Japanese model making techniques. • Managed on-site construction teams, specifications and schedules, resulting in a 10% reduction in projected construction time for Manor House. • Coordinated construction approvals by liaising with clients and local authorities to ensure regulatory compliance for Lonavala House project.
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Research Assistant, School of Architecture + Design, RDF - Virginia Tech Aug 2023 – Present • Conducting research at Research and Demonstration Facility with Bio-Design Research Group to investigate potentiality of MassBu as an alternative construction material in tropical countries, like the Philippines, Ecuador, Brazil, Peru and India. • Supervised students as GRA in designing and fabricating Industrial products with Laser, 3D Printers, Resin Printers, Metal and Wood shop tools. TECHNICAL SKILLS BIM: Revit, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD 3D Model: SketchUp, Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper 3D PM Tools: Bluebeam, M.S. Office, Primavera P6
EdiFng: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop Rendering: Enscape, Twinmo:on, Lumion SimulaFon: ClimateStudio, Ladybug Tools
CERTIFICATIONS • LEED – Green Associate, USA • BIM Certified Professional – REVIT • OSHA 30 – Construction HONORS & AWARDS • Outstanding Student of the Year • Cultural & Technical Head of Student Council Award • Winners of Industrial Design Competition • Special Mention Award in GRIHA India Competition Authorized to work in United States of America
| Virginia Tech | IES College of Architecture | IES College of Architecture | IES College of Architecture
Apr 2023 Jan 2017 Feb 2015 Feb 2014