1. DERICK OWUSU BOADI
1630 NE Valley Road, Apt B204
Pullman, Washington 99163
Cell: (240) 417-7078; (509) 838-2065
DOBOADI@YAHOO.COM
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To join an organization that will challenge my abilities in drafting and sponsor growth in
my career.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A highly talented, dedicated and innovative CAD Drafter with great deal of experience in preparing
technical drawings of extraordinary excellence using AutoCAD. Quick learner with ability to adapt to
new challenges, work in a fast paced environment, pinpoint problems and initiate creative solutions.
Conscientious work ethic with ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and excellent drafting,
writing, communication and interpersonal skills. Produce quality and accurate drawings, requiring a high
degree of precision. Conduct field visits to gather data required for a project plan development and
transforming initial rough designs into working drawings.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MONTGOMERY COUNTY CONS. CORPS, Wheaton, Maryland 05/09 - 03/10
Volunteer
• Assisted corpsmembers with their GED homework assignments
• Helped corpsmembers in job skills training in conservation, carpentry and landscaping, etc.
• Helped corpsmembers in leadership development, acquisition of successful work habits, educational
advancement and achieving a GED diploma, etc.
DESMAN INC., McLean, Virginia 04/06 - 03/09
http://www.Desman.com
CAD Drafter/Designer
• Prepared detailed drawings of architectural/engineering designs and plans for buildings and structures
according to specifications provided by architect/engineer.
• Prepared detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings used in
structural engineering projects, such as parking garages and commercial buildings, utilizing
knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.
• Created base sheets and modified existing drawings as directed by architect, engineer, design
coordinator or project manager utilizing AutoCAD 2009 and Revit Architecture
• Prepared architectural/structural construction documents for numerous parking deck projects,
including the St. Agnes Hospital parking deck in Catonsville, Maryland
• Prepared architectural and structural drafting for two of the three parking structures for the
Washington Nationals Baseball Stadium
2. DERICK BOADI
GAUTHIER, ALVARADO & ASSOCIATES, Falls Church, Virginia 04/04 - 04/06
http://www.GAA-AE.COM
CAD Drafter/Designer
• Drafted construction drawings to include floor plans, elevations, building sections and schedules for
numerous projects for the Virginia Department of Transportation and Germana Community College
in Virginia
• Generated schematic layouts, created presentation drawings illustrating development options and
construction documents utilizing AutoCAD R14, 2004 and Architectural Desktop 3.3
• Prepared non-routine and complex drafting assignments that require the application of most of the
standardized drawing techniques regularly used
• Ensured that drawings are in accordance with accepted drafting standards and procedures
• Performed miscellaneous job-related duties i.e. rearranging the office library, making boxes for the
Design Files and Shop Drawings, etc.
DESIGN STUDIO CONSORTIUM, Silver Spring, Maryland 02/01 -04/04
CAD Drafter/Intern
• Drafted floor plans, building sections, elevations and miscellaneous details from hand sketches
according to specifications provided by architect
• Some of the responsibilities included converting 2D CAD drawings into 3D solid models
• Provided mechanical engineering designs and construction documents for numerous projects such as
the new Computer Center and Office Complex at the University of Maryland’s College Park Campus
• Drafted new mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler systems, chilled water systems, kitchen and
ADA compatible restrooms drawings for the Washington Episcopal School in Potomac, Maryland
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
TESST College of Technology, Beltsville, Maryland
Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) in Design and Drafting Technology (2002)
Design work in all disciplines of construction including:
• Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing
• 3D Solid Modeling & Rendering
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Proficient in Autodesk Software, including AutoCAD 14-2009 and Revit
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite CS4 and Microsoft Office 2007
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST