Ar. Riya Dodeja

Product Manager

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 3 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Over 9 years of architectural experience.
  • Expert in specification writing and BIM coordination.
  • Proven track record in delivering high-quality projects.
Stackforce AI infers this person is an experienced architect specializing in specification writing and BIM coordination within the architecture industry.

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Skills

Core Skills

Specification WritingBim CoordinationVendor And Material Research CoordinationProject ManagementTechnical DrawingArchitectural DesignConstruction Management

Other Skills

3D Modeling3D RenderingAcoustical CeilingsAdobe PhotoshopArchitectural InteriorsArchitectural ModellingArchitecture modellingAutoCADBacking insulationBuilding Information Modeling (BIM)Building waterproofingCladdingCollision detectionCommunicationConstruction

About

As a Specification Writer at Khatib & Alami with over 9 years of architectural experience, I specialize in developing detailed building specifications and material applications for projects across the UAE, Europe, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa. My expertise lies in ensuring technical accuracy, optimising project workflows, and facilitating seamless coordination, built on a strong foundation in BIM. Passionate about material research and innovation, I focus on delivering specifications that meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and sustainability, driving successful project outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Core Skills: 🔹 Specification Writing 🔹 BIM Coordination 🔹 Material Research & Technical Detailing

Experience

9 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 6 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 5 mos
Current Experience

Khatib & alami

Architect and Specification writer

Nov 2024 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

  • Involved in tailoring technical details and materials into clear and accurate architectural specifications, ensuring alignment between design intent and construction feasibility.
  • Provide technical advising and coordination support to the architectural team across all project stages, contributing to well-informed design decisions and seamless project delivery.
  • Work spans a variety of building types, including:
  • Schools
  • Hospitals
  • Luxurious residential developments
  • Hotels and Resorts
  • Projects are based across **Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia
Specification WritingBIM CoordinationTechnical SupportTeam Coordination

Dar

2 roles

Specification writer

Sep 2023 – Oct 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Conducted and recorded technological opinions of specification material and relevant sketches.
  • Worked on various projects including the Dammam Stadium project, Angola projects, NEOM projects, and varoous types of projects in Dubai and Saudi Arabia.
  • Majorly handled coordination with vendors and material research work in UAE.
Specification WritingTechnical SpecificationsDesign SpecificationsVendor and Material Research Coordination

BIM Architect and coordinator

Oct 2022 – Sep 2023 · 11 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • 1) Mall Project for Dubai
  • Coordinated one area of the basement level, ensuring smooth collaboration between different trades.
  • Actively engaged in meetings to discuss and resolve project challenges.
  • Provided solutions for project issues through effective coordination with various stakeholders.
  • 2) Luxurious Apartment Building in Dubai
  • Assisted in project from design developed to delivery including research, modeling, detailing product document, and coordinating.
Project ManagementBIM CoordinationVirtual DesignTeam Leadership

Livio building systems

2 roles

Lead BIM Architect (External Finishes)

Oct 2021 – Oct 2022 · 1 yr · On-site

  • As an External Finishes Expert, I led the coordination and execution of all external finish elements on residential projects. My role focused on applying architectural expertise to key exterior components, including:
  • Cladding systems and façade detailing
  • Roof design elements and waterproofing interfaces
  • Material transitions and external junctions
  • I produced accurate technical drawings and worked closely with vendors, consultants, and site teams to ensure smooth on-site execution. My leadership helped deliver clear, buildable solutions aligned with design intent, site conditions, and performance standards—ensuring timely and high-quality execution of all exterior works.
BIM CoordinationTechnical DrawingVendor Coordination

BIM Architect (Residential)

Jun 2021 – Oct 2021 · 4 mos · On-site

  • As a BIM Architect for residential projects in the VDC environment, I quickly adapted during a high-pressure period with minimal guidance. I led multiple residential projects from design to construction, handling key tasks such as:
  • Preparing 2D and 3D IFC construction documents in Revit
  • Coordinating with MEP and structural teams for clash detection and detailing
  • Developing and editing construction specifications
  • Managing RFIs and ensuring smooth drawing submissions
  • I also reviewed team outputs to maintain quality and meet deadlines. Notably, I created digital models for a luxury residence in California to support design visualization and client coordination. Overall, I delivered five residential projects with full involvement from design development through execution.
Project ManagementBIM CoordinationConstruction Management

Fab design

Architect and Interior Designer

Jul 2019 – Jun 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Remote

  • Worked / assisted on design planning, zonning, energy and environment aspect of project.
  • Maintained and complied with company and client specification quality
  • Recommended minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing sets.
  • Partnered with the operations manager on 3+ projects to increase knowledge and hone design skills, increasing overall efficiency.
  • Developed design concepts and construction documents for restaurant branches in north america.
  • Created digital models and presentations of restaurant following the standards and protocol of the restaurants to allow owners visualize the space.
Architectural DesignConstruction ManagementCustomer Satisfaction

Neelesh chopda architecture

Project Architect

Jun 2017 – Jul 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Sakal nagar, pune

  • Process and management overseeing internal employees and external subcontrators.
  • Visited construction sites and wrote reports for senior architects and the project manager 2 times a week.
  • Worked assisted on design, planning, zoning, interior design, energy and environmental aspects of the project. Developed conceptual plans using autocad and photoshop.
  • Coordinated with consultants and contractors to solve problems related to vatious projects.
  • Provided complete development and construction Documents package for projects.
  • Created and coordinared mokup / sample product of the design elements in the projects, applicable on walls, ceilings, facades and staircase void.
  • Prepared mood boards presentations for the Interior designs and furniture design in detail, followed by the scaled plans.
  • Used sketchup and v-ray to create mokups of design office building and a commercial building.
  • Performed research on Furnitures and provided detailed furniture plan with selection manual documentation. Coordinated the furniture purchase from Milan.
Project ManagementArchitectural DesignConstruction Drawings

Horizon architecture

Internship

Jun 2016 – Dec 2016 · 6 mos · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

  • Drafted and proposed scaled drawings of residential, commercial and sports building including design and structural specifications.
  • performed research on structural and material application and submitted solutions accordingly.
  • Studied local building codes and regulations to assist with designing using auto cad.
  • Created, printed and modified construction drawings (working drawings ) in autocad.
  • Site visited with senior architects and created reports with photographic presentation.
Construction ManagementArchitectural ModellingAutoCAD

Education

North Maharashtra University

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) — Architecture

Jan 2012 – Jan 2017

Meherbanu Junior College Of Science

Science

Jan 2010 – Jan 2012

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