RICHARD OKUNADE
@richardokunade
Urban designer and town planner, blending GIS, AI annotation, and strategic communication.
What I'm looking for
I’m a seasoned Urban Designer, Town Planner, and AI Data Annotator with a strong media background. I combine creative vision with technical planning skills to design sustainable, vibrant urban environments and deliver clear, stakeholder-ready outputs.
I’ve managed end-to-end real estate and urban development projects—building project plans, schedules, and budgets, coordinating contractors and consultants, and liaising with regulatory bodies for approvals and compliance. I translate complex technical concepts into accessible communication for clients, government offices, and community stakeholders.
In my design work, I specialize in GIS mapping, geo-mapping, feasibility studies, and landscape and urban layout planning. I create detailed 2D and 3D designs using tools like AutoCAD and SketchUp, while applying smart city technologies and sustainable building practices to improve long-term value and environmental performance.
I’m also driven by precision and continuous improvement: I follow detailed AI annotation guidelines to identify inconsistencies and edge cases, delivering consistently accurate outputs. Alongside this, I bring leadership in communication, IT, and public relations—strengthening engagement and brand building through audience-first digital strategy.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager (Real Estate)
Kaybridge Properties
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Led end-to-end management of real estate development projects, creating schedules, budgets, and risk assessments to deliver milestones on time and within approved parameters. Coordinated architects, engineers, contractors, and regulators to secure approvals, maintain design quality, and complete handover.
Urban Designer (Geo Art Consult)
Geo Art Consult Ltd
Oct 2020 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Created geo-mapping and site analysis outputs to inform urban design work, producing landscape and urban layout designs for residential, commercial, and public spaces. Supervised construction delivery, facilitated public consultations, and delivered 2D/3D AutoCAD and SketchUp design proposals that comply with planning regulations.
Social Media Volunteer
UbonKing Foundation
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Supported UbonKing Foundation’s social media activities as a volunteer to help share updates and engage audiences.
Foundation Project Manager
Angel Wings Global Freedom
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 4 months)
Served as a foundation project manager, coordinating initiatives and supporting project delivery activities.
Social Media Volunteer (SADAF)
SADAF
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 4 months)
Supported SADAF’s social media efforts to help raise awareness through responsible, campaign-based communication.
Director of Communication & PR
OVIWCE
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 4 months)
Led communication, IT, and public relations for OVIWCE, driving public engagement and community outreach to strengthen organizational presence.
Social Media Manager & Volunteer
TOES / Dec2Rem
Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 4 months)
Managed social media activities and volunteered to support TOES/Dec2Rem’s orphan empowerment initiatives through engagement-focused communication.
Project Manager & Urban Designer
Delphinous Property
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Managed residential and commercial property development delivery from initiation to handover, controlling timelines, budgets, and contractor coordination. Developed urban design concepts and site layout plans aligned with local planning regulations, addressing on-site design and technical issues to maintain delivery momentum.
Geography & Civic Teacher
Sacred Heart Catholic College
Jun 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year)
Taught Civic and Geography using lesson plans and interactive delivery methods aligned to national curriculum standards. Assessed student performance with tests and projects, organized extracurricular field trips and debates, and maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavior.
Town Planning IT Intern
Akinyele Local Government
Oct 2015 - Jan 2016 (3 months)
Supported town planning documentation, helped prepare zoning maps and layouts using GIS, and assisted with site surveys and data collection for planning projects. Participated in public hearings by documenting community feedback, and supported compliance review and archiving of planning permits.
Computer Instructor & Desktop Publisher
Infonet Limited
Feb 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 11 months)
Developed and delivered computer training programs and produced digital and printed training materials, user guides, and instructional content. Managed the computer lab, troubleshot software and hardware issues, and created desktop-published documents and marketing materials for clients and internal teams.
SIWES Works & Service Intern
Saki West Local Government
Jan 2014 - Present (12 years 4 months)
Assisted with road and infrastructure maintenance support activities and contributed to field surveys and public works data collection. Compiled and analyzed survey data for reports and presentations and supported site inspections while using AutoCAD and GIS tools for technical outputs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Urban and Regional Planning
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (Oyo State).
The Polytechnic of Ibadan
Higher National Diploma, Urban and Regional Planning
Completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Urban and Regional Planning at The Polytechnic of Ibadan (Oyo State).
The Polytechnic of Ibadan
Ordinary National Diploma, Urban and Regional Planning
Completed an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Urban and Regional Planning at The Polytechnic of Ibadan (Oyo State).
Fowebs College
Senior School Leaving Certificate (SSCE)
Obtained the Senior School Leaving Certificate (SSCE) at Fowebs College (Ibadan, Oyo State).
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