About

My name is Jonathon Kardashinski, and I am an Architectural/Engineering Technologist & Professional Photographer operating out of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

I am currently working as an Architectural Technologist with Republic Architecture, where I am responsible for producing and reviewing construction drawings in Revit, identifying and resolving building technology issues, building client relationships, and fostering coordination throughout the entire design team.

In 2021 I completed my final Co-op with Manitoba Infrastructure, where I served as a Survey Assistant throughout the Central and Interlake Regions. As a Survey Assistant, I had the opportunity to learn many valuable skills and gain real world experience in the construction field. I also had the opportunity to work with others, and was able to further develop my knowledge by learning from Project Manager’s, Engineers, and Certified Engineering Technologist’s in the field. In 2020, I completed my first Co-op with Manitoba Infrastructure, where I served as a Project Assistant throughout Region 2, working as a Bookkeeper, Quantity Inspector, Junior Density Inspector, Aggregate Inspector, Survey Assistant, Scale Person, and Flag Person, while also providing field training to summer students.

Prior to my Co-op work experience, I was a store manager and district team leader with OSL Retail Services, and have been working as a freelance photographer and designer for the past 5 years. Working as a Store Manager and District Team Leader for OSL Retail Services helped me foster my skills in executing detailed plans, working in stressful situations, operational management, time management, and leadership. Working as a freelance photographer and designer has helped me foster my skills photography, 3D modeling, coding, and communication.

I also have extensive experience working with & presenting through Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Project, gained through both the course work at Red River College Polytechnic and through working in different industries. I hold an unrestricted Class 5 license with my own well-maintained vehicle and have a clean driving record. I have received training from Red River College Polytechnic in the use of Levels & Total Stations, through completing level circuits & perimeter surveys. I have also received training in the use of AutoCAD & Revit, through designing residential and commercial structures that adhere to the National Building Code of Canada. Further, I have received training with technical writing through developing formal & informal reports, and CCDC contract documents throughout my studies.

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

·         Revit – Created technical drawings and rendered 3D models that adhere to the National Building Code of Canada

·         AutoCAD – Created technical drawings that adhere to the National Building Code of Canada

·         Surveying – Completed preliminary & construction surveys using Topcon GPS hardware & SurvCE software

·         Microsoft Office – Prepared and presented technical documentation with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including reports and presentations

·         Adobe Software Suite – Developed projects using Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Acrobat

·         Technical Writing – Prepared clear, concise, detailed reports & technical documentation

Professional Characteristics

·         Possess own vehicle & Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driving record

·         Careful and diligent in approach to solving problems

·         Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, having worked in retail, sales, and management

Selected Experience

·         Led several teams, conducted site meetings, and liaised with clients and superiors as a retail manager and entrepreneur

·         Over 10 years of experience in sales (cellphones, cars, flooring, water monitoring systems, design services) & over 10 years of experience with property management

·         Developed a Point-of-Sale system (Access), several game demo’s (Unity/C#/C++/Java), websites (HTML/JavaScript/PHP/MySQL), and logos/graphics (Photoshop/Lightroom)

Education

Red River College - Winnipeg, MB

August 2019 - April 2022

Diploma of Architectural/Engineering Technology

Grade: 4.29 GPA

• Recipient of the Flynn Canada Award for achieving the highest GPA

Glentel University - Burnaby, BC

November 2012 - November 2013

Diploma of Leadership Development

Work Experience

Republic Architecture

May 2022 - Present

Architectural Technologist

I am responsible for producing and reviewing construction drawings in Revit, identifying and resolving building technology issues, building client relationships, and fostering coordination throughout the entire design team.

Manitoba Infrastructure - Water Operations

May 2021 - October 2021

Engineering Aid Level 2 - Survey Assistant & Level 1 Inspector

I was responsible for accurately setting up the GPS Base Station & Data Collector, measuring and recording elevation data using the Data Collector & GPS Rover, establishing Control Points, performing Check Shots & Tie Shots, locating & staking key construction design points, and cleaning up project data using the SurvCE software. I was also responsible for performing Level 1 Visual Inspections on bridges, dams, and culverts in the region, photographing and documenting the condition of each structure.

·         Drafted Centreline Profile & Cross-Section data for Bruneau Drain

·         Completed Initial, Stripping, As Built, and Hydroseeding surveys for the South Assiniboine Dyke Reconstruction, North of St. Eustache

·         Completed monthly Level 1 Inspections for the Portage Diversion Outlet in Portage la Prairie

Manitoba Infrastructure - Highways

May 2020 - October 2020

Engineering Aid Level 2 - Project Assistant

I was responsible for filling in wherever needed and providing support to field staff. The roles I performed as Project Assistant were; Bookkeeper, Quantity Inspector (asphalt & base), Junior Density Inspector, Aggregate Inspector, Survey Assistant, Scale Person, and Flag Person.

·         Helped design new checking sheets for Quality Based Projects

·         Designed new distribution tonnage check forms

·         Trained co-op students on checking base & asphalt

·         Served as Project Assistant on TCH 1 (7085, PTH 26 – PTH 13)

JKardesign

May 2017 - Present

Freelance Photographer & Designer

I am responsible for all facets of the business, from customer acquisition & retention, to business development & branding.

·         Worked with MWTPC to design company logo, website, website-copy, and business cards

·         Worked with Dark Lotus Drift Team as Team Photographer for major events

·         Worked with uPhoneiFix to design point of sale system and company logo

OSL Retail Services

May 2014 - June 2017

Store Manager & District Team Leader

I was responsible for directing and reviewing all aspects of store operations & sales, with a core focus on staff development through behavioral coaching. As District Team Leader I was responsible for training new Store Managers, along with ensuring the execution of company directives across all 15 stores.

·         Opened three new stores across BC

·         Achieved 100% in operations on all store audits

·         Generated detailed reports following weekly store visits as District Team Leader

·         Helped develop customer intercept program & business card generator

Glentel

August 2012 - May 2014

Assistant Manager

As the Assistant Store Manager, I worked alongside the Store Manager in directing and controlling all aspects of store operations including sales, customer service, recruitment, training, inventory management, accuracy of daily transactions, in-store merchandising, and staff development & motivation.