1. JOEL DAMANI WARD
Home: 647-285-5893 Cell: 647-871-4155 Email: jd_ward91@hotmail.com
Friday, January 22, 2016
IBI Group
95 St Clair Av W,
Toronto, ON M4V 1N5
Dear Hire Manager:
Please accept this cover letter and attached resume as my application for the Junior Design
Technologist position, which was advertised on indeed.ca website, on January 21, 2016. I wish
to apply my knowledge and the meaningful experience gained in my architectural field of study
from Centennial College, and to become a contributing team member within your company.
As a recent Architectural graduate from Centennial College, I bring the following qualifications
and skills to this position:
 Diploma in Architectural Technician/Technologist.
 3 years of experience with AutoCAD, Revit and other 3D design software.
 Excellent graphic designing abilities with a strong sense of 3-dimensional designs.
 Proficient in Microsoft Office: Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
 Creativity, interpersonal and communication skills.
Having researched your company, I believe that my background in this field would be a
contributing factor to your company given my creative and critical thinking attributes. I have
also designed different types of buildings throughout my architectural training experience such
as: condo apartments, a senior’s residential home, an elementary school, a strip mall/restaurant,
and other types of structures highlighted in my portfolio available for your review.
It would be my pleasure to have an opportunity to meet with you and to discuss this employment
position, and how I may contribute to your company’s continued success in the construction
industry. You may contact me at (647) 871-4155 or by email at jd_ward91@hotmail.com at your
earliest convenience.
Again, thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications to become a part of your team.
Sincerely,
Joel Ward

2. JOEL DAMANI WARD
Home: 647-285-5893 Cell: 647-871-4155 Email: jd_ward91@hotmail.com
JUNIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGIST
Junior Design Technologist with 3 years of trained experience in design, tuning and
implementation of architectural plans for residential, commercial and institutional construction
projects. A keen team contributor, problem solver, leader and critical thinker with a strong desire
for continuous learning.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Architectural Technician/Technologist Diploma with special skills in project design.
 5 years customer service experience in diverse settings dealing with all levels of specialties.
 Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code adhering to all guidelines and procedures.
 Excellent graphic designing presentation with strong sense of 3-dimensional drawings.
 Ability to set priorities and meet firm deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
 Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Microsoft Office: Access, Excel, PowerPoint and
Project.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Architecture Technology Diploma 2012-2015
Centennial College, Scarborough, ON
CPR Certification Up-to-date
Centennial College, Durham Campus, ON
Retail Customer Service Training Up-to-date
York Region Training Centre, Richmond Hill, ON
WHMIS Certificate Up-to-date
York Region Training Centre, Richmond Hill, ON
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Design
 Drafting, detailing, preparing work drawings, finalizing design and presentation
 Sketching freehand 3D building plans in any given environment
 Creating conceptual design to meet performance requirements of projects
 Finishing drawings that contain interior/exterior details
Construction
 Analyzing site condition and determining stability of construction area
 Providing detailed construction floor plans and scheduling documentation
 Following construction procedures with knowledge of the materials specification
 Estimating the cost summaries of materials and overall project designs
Communication
 Reporting to supervisor condition of site and documenting findings in database
 Overseeing and leading working groups in completing project assignments within deadlines
 Communicating and interacting effectively with staff and contractors relating to project
development and outcomes

3. JOEL DAMANI WARD
Home: 647-285-5893 Cell: 647-871-4155 Email: jd_ward91@hotmail.com
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
 Awarded Second Place in UNICEF Refugee Art Competition
 McDonald’s Employee of the month in May of 2011
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE
Assistant Staff, CCSAI, Centennial College, Scarborough, ON 2012- 2014
Crew Person, McDonald’s Restaurant, Richmond Hill, ON 2012
Filing Clerk, Bellevue Hospital , Jamaica 2009
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Team Leader, McDonald’s Restaurant, Richmond Hill, ON 2011- present
Customer Service Attendant, Mega Mart, Jamaica 2008
Produce Attendant, Mega Mart, Jamaica 2007
References and Portfolio Available Upon Request