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Allan Thomas

@allanthomas

Construction project coordinator with international experience in architectural design and cost estimating.

At Caribbean Idea Designs Ltd., I produced construction documentation for residential and commercial projects and secured planning approvals for every submission. I also supported coordination between consultants and contractors.

As a freelance Architectural Designer, I delivered drawing packages to deadline while coordinating with clients and contractors internationally.

At Illinois Institute of Technology, I co-led research benchmarking intelligent techniques in construction engineering against conventional workflows. I also completed a hotel development cost-estimating project, conducting quantity take-offs and cost analysis across six CSI MasterFormat divisions.

My experience also includes project coordination, technical drawing review, construction documentation, and cost analysis. I hold an MEng in Construction Engineering and Management and a First Class Honours degree in Architectural Technology.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Volunteer

Current

First Fruit Tutoring Project Management

Aug 2018 - Present (8 years 2 months)

Coordinated with clients and contractors across multiple time zones, maintaining scope and relationships. Managed and organised client records and communications via Google Drive and Microsoft Outlook.

Coordination Communication Skills Google Drive Outlook Records Management

CPS Proctor

Illinois Institute of Technology

Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 (5 months)

Managed logistics for 20+ time-sensitive test sittings, maintaining full procedural compliance and zero incidents. Liaised daily with project managers and supervisors to ensure accurate and timely communication.

Logistics Attention To Detail Communication Skills Compliance

Architectural Designer

Freelance Services

Oct 2023 - Aug 2024 (10 months)

Delivered drawing packages to deadline while coordinating with clients and contractors internationally, balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Architectural Design Drawing Packages Client Coordination contractor coordination

Architectural Designer

Caribbean Idea Designs Ltd.

Sep 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 1 month)

Produced construction documentation for 7+ residential and commercial projects, securing planning approvals for every submission. Supported coordination between consultants and contractors, reducing delays through clear, proactive communication.

Construction Documentation Planning Applications Coordination Communication Skills

Volunteer Architectural Technician

PRE Chartered Surveyors Ltd.

Mar 2016 - Apr 2016 (1 month)

Led a team of three to complete a measured survey within a strict deadline, winning a competition. Managed team progression against an outlined brief, applying organisation and follow-through under time pressure.

Team Leadership Measured Survey Time Management Organization

Draftsman

Norris Mitchell Associates and Chartered Architects

Aug 2012 - Jun 2013 (10 months)

Produced construction documentation for 6+ residential and commercial projects and one major cathedral restoration project, securing planning approvals for every submission. Supported coordination between consultants and contractors, reducing delays through clear, proactive communication. Performed secretarial and project administration duties.

Construction Documentation Planning Applications Coordination Communication Skills Secretarial Duties Project Administration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Illinois Institute of Technology

MEng, Construction Engineering and Management

Grade: 3.5/4.0

Activities and societies: Co-led group research on the Application of Intelligent Techniques in Construction Engineering, including data benchmarking and a team presentation to faculty.

Pursuing an MEng in Construction Engineering and Management with a GPA of 3.5/4.0, having completed three semesters. Co-led group research on intelligent techniques in construction engineering.

Phius

Certificate Examination, Phius

Completed the Phius Certificate Examination in 2025.

University of Westminster

BSc (Hons), Architectural Technology

Grade: First Class Honours

Activities and societies: Dissertation (68%): The role of Curricula in BA Architecture and BSc Architectural Technology in creating applicable knowledge for low energy building designs in the UK.

Earned a First Class Honours degree in Architectural Technology, with a dissertation on the role of curricula in low energy building designs.