This document is a resume for Omeima KHidir seeking a position as an architect. It summarizes their experience over 20 years working on architectural projects in both the US and Sudan, including residential, commercial, and urban planning projects. Their expertise includes architectural design, project management, construction documentation, and technical skills. They have a Master's degree in Architecture from Virginia Tech and Bachelor's degree from University of Khartoum.

1. O MEIMA K HIDIR ( (703) 307­7175
- 5150 Maris Ave. # 301 ¡ Alexandria, Virginia 22304 * okhidir@hotmail.com
Actively seeking a position as
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with an organization in need of a professional with wide range of expertise supervising the construction and architectural
projects of High­Rise, Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Projects
Analytical, well­organized and self­motivated professional with sophisticated background and excellent technical
expertise as an Architect. Proven track record of success in coordinating all aspects of architectural projects, operations
management, staff supervision and construction management. Possess refined creative ingenuity and technical craftsmanship.
Worked in a proactive manner to adapt construction to meet customer and job site needs. Possess persuasive ability while
ensuring to establish strong relationship with people to attain objectives. Excellent relationship builder with success in forming
strong, sustainable relationships and securing consensus among team members for key initiatives.
¡ Project Development. Coordinate a wide variety of team projects. Effectively plan and conduct technical
presentations in a professional manner. Strong skills in providing expertise in architecture emphasizing powerful
drafting and design, and developing viable solutions.
¡ Operations Management. Consistently employ technological solutions to increase communication while using time
efficiently to track progress and meet goals.
¡ Technical Skills. Adept at providing technical expertise support and developing new processes through ongoing
operations, problem resolution, and enhancement solutions. Combines excellent technical, analytical, and
architectural qualifications
¡ Problem solver. Respond rapidly and appropriately to changing circumstances. Evaluate problems, make astute
decisions to effect positive change, and refocus on new priorities
¡ Resourceful and well­organized. Skilled in activity planning, task management and project follow through
¡ Organizational Skills. Track record of time management techniques. Directed personnel and maintained costs and
operations through effective planning, successful production and priority management
¡ Technical Proficiency: AutoCAD 2006 (ADT), Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe PageMaker, MS office suite, Chief Architect,
Powerful drafting, and Powerful design and rendering skills. Knowledgeable in operating various programs including
3DStudio MAX and AutoDesk VIZ
C O R E C O M P E T E N C I E S
§ Architecture Planning § Document Preparation § Construction and Renovation
§ Creative Designing § Interior Design § Site Analysis and Planning
§ Project Coordination § Urban Design § Presentation Management
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANT : McAllister Architects, PLC Fairfax, VA Jan 2007­Presnt
Created architectural designs and perform daily activities and duties of a consultant including coordinating the entire
construction documents and bidding. Administer and coordinate different types of projects including residential and
commercial projects. Successfully managed and completed projects including:
§ 7700 Georgia Avenue, District of Columbia, Apartment Building ( 9,560 sq ft)
§ Amphora Restaurant, Fairfax, Virginia, (6863 sq ft)
§ Ivor Lane Residence (3316 sq ft)
ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANT : Sturgeon Studios, PLC Fairfax, VA 2004­Presnt
Coordinated various facets of the projects including designing and Remodeling Residential, office spaces as well as urban
planning. Conducted surveys on existing buildings as well as carrying the projects from Schematic through Construction
Administration in addition to coordinate and managing consultants’ documents.
§ Lucketts Village ­ Played a key role in successful completion of Lucketts Village (300 acres); Performed duties
including down zone and planning the village to offer an acre per house instead of 10 acres per house
§ Fairfax Circle Office Building ­ Manage the upgrade of lobby, entrance and office planning for the 6 floor
§ Vienna Golf Course ­ Facilitated the construction of Vienna Golf course, in Fairfax Virginia; Proposed a 9000Sq.Ft
building including restaurant, conference room, lockers rooms and administration section
§ Handled residential projects, varying from new single house family to remodeling existing houses expanding the
Square footage
ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANT : Geoenvironmental Engineers Fairfax, VA (2004­2006)
Managed and monitored the operations and duties in the Architecture division. Performed duties including: Meeting with
clients, preparing presentation documents, budget estimates, preparing construction documents as well as the construction
administration and training junior staff. Successfully accomplished and completed projects including:
§ Cedar Lane residence (9,627.7 sq ft.)
§ George Edwards Residence ( 1569 sq ft)
§ Joe Vasquez Residence (1843.5 sq ft)
§ Rooney Residence (9,468 sq ft)
§ Shin Residence (9,576 sq ft)
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2. O MEIMA K HIDIR ( (703) 307­7175
- 5150 Maris Ave. # 301 ¡ Alexandria, Virginia 22304 * okhidir@hotmail.com
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Continued…
FULL TIME PROJECT ARCHITECT: The Lukmire partnership, Inc Arlington, VA 2001­2003
Functioned as Managing consultants to coordinate entire construction documents package as well as preparing presentation
packages for government work, involving 3d models and power point presentation. Performed significant duties including:
construction management RFI, Code analysis, handling interior projects, starting from space design, preparing color palettes
to Construction administration. Successfully managed and completed projects including:
§ Arlington Library –facilitated interior works such as interior renovation, starting from lighting, wall, ceiling and floor
material modification
§ Shirlington Temporary Library – managed the construction of an existing deli store and redesigned interior
§ United State Band Building – highly involved in designing different options, renovating existing building,
renovating and adding, or building a new building
§ Nauck Revitalization Study – administered Revitalization project Shirlington Road. Improved area by providing a
mix used buildings, townhouses and a community center
§ National Institute of Health – engaged in renovating Building 38 cafeteria as well as preparation of construction
document s and providing a selection of material and paints
§ Prince Williams County Service Authority Building – Played a key role in renovating and expanding the existing
building; prepared of construction documents, material selection and coordinated entire construction documents
§ South Maryland Community College – developed architectural designs while ensuring to meet budget without
sacrificing creativity and quality. involved a major cut down in the materials and detailing. Successfully developed in­
expensive elegant building
PROJECT A RCHITECT: Wisnewski Blair & Associates, Ltd Alexandria, VA 1999­2001
Highly engaged in coordinating the entire project and organizing entire construction documents Package. Administered and
facilitated all aspects various projects including hospitality, education and commercial projects. Well­developed skills in code
analysis, RFI, and reviewing manufacturers cut sheets. Successfully accomplished and completed projects including:
§ The Washington Dulles airport Hilton Hotel Expansion – supervised various aspects of $17 million project.
Mentored and trained junior staff on the preparation of the construction documents
§ The Washington Dulles airport Tunnel – actively participated in the preparation of the construction documents
§ Verizon Telecommunication Company – highly engaged in renovating and designing of new buildings for the
company. Conducted surveys and handled the preparation of construction documents
§ National Institute of Health ­ work involved construction administration and preparing punch lists
C A R E E R O V E R V I E W
PART TIME DESIGN SUPPORT: Lavigne Associates Architects, PC Alexandria, VA Mar­Aug 1999
FULL TIME DESIGN SUPPORT: Lewis & Associates Alexandria, VA Jun­Dec 1997
FOUNDING MEMBER: Architech Consultancy Group Khartoum, Sudan 1995­1997
PART TIME DESIGNER: Sinan Engineering Group Ltd Khartoum, Sudan 1995­1996
ASSISTANT A RCHITECT: Architectural Office of the Ministry of Health Khartoum, Sudan Mar­Sep 1995
TEACHING ASSISTANT (Architects and Planners): University of Khartoum Khartoum, Sudan 1994­1996
TEACHING ASSISTANT: University of Khartoum Khartoum, Sudan 1994­1996
FULL TIME DESIGNER: Binaa Real­Estate Developers Khartoum, Sudan 1994­1995
E D U C A T I O N A L B A C K G R O U N D
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE M AJOR IN URBAN DESIGN
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University Alexandria, VA May1999
B.SC. HONORS (DIVISION I) IN ARCHITECTURE
University of Khartoum Khartoum, Sudan Feb1994
A W A R D S A N D H O N O R S
Best Thesis Project and Presentation Master’s Degree Program, Virginia Polytechnic (1997)
§ Bridging between the Contemporary Architecture and the Vernacular architecture
§ Thesis Proposal for Masters Degree in Architecture, major in urban design and affairs
Best Graduation Project Department of architecture, University of Khartoum (1994)
Winner of Housing Competition, Binaa Real­state Developers (1994 ­1995)
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