Ayda Bagheri

Architecture graduate with 5+ of construction site supervision experience and recent UK experience in residential planning, technical drawings and measured surveys. Seeking a Trainee or Assistant Building Control Surveyor role where I can apply my knowledge of construction, drawing review and site inspection while developing detailed knowledge of UK Building Regulations under professional supervision. Also open to technical roles within planning consultancies, architectural practices and residential planning permission companies.

Residential Planning Consultant - Residential Planning Projects - London

(2023-01)

• Supported 5+ householder planning applications, including extensions and loft conversions, improving submission accuracy and reducing validation issues
• Produced existing and proposed drawings aligned with UK validation requirements, contributing to smoother application submissions
• Conducted site visits and measured surveys, ensuring accuracy of design proposals and reducing design revisions
• Assisted in preparing Design & Access Statements, strengthening justification of proposals against planning policies
• Reviewed local planning policies to assess development feasibility, enabling informed client decisions before submission
• Contributed to design adjustments considering daylight, spatial layout, and residential amenity, improving overall proposal quality
• Successfully contributed to multiple planning submissions with minimal validation queries, demonstrating strong understanding of UK local authority requirements

Technical Designer - Hexaform Design & Build - London

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

• Produced detailed technical drawings and design packages for residential projects
• Coordinated with contractors and suppliers, ensuring alignment between design intent and on-site execution
• Conducted site inspections to verify measurements and installation accuracy, reducing errors on site
• Applied awareness of building regulations and spatial requirements in all design outputs
• Helped reduce on-site discrepancies through accurate documentation and site verification

Residential Design Consultant - Open Plan Design - London

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Developed residential layout proposals using Revit, optimising space within planning and structural constraints
• Interpreted architectural drawings and adapted layouts to meet client needs and compliance considerations
• Collaborated with clients and suppliers, improving project delivery timelines and communication efficiency
• Delivered client-ready design solutions within tight timeframes, maintaining compliance with spatial standards

Construction Site Supervising Engineer - Construction Site - Iran

(2015-01 - 2020-12)

• Supervised construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings and planning permissions
• Monitored implementation and identified non-compliance issues, preventing potential planning breaches
• Coordinated with inspectors and stakeholders to resolve construction and compliance challenges
• Improved compliance rates by early identification of deviations, reducing rework and delays

Planning Officer - Municipality - Iran

(2008-01 - 2019-12)

• Reviewed planning and architectural applications against zoning laws and local planning policies
• Assessed development proposals for land use compliance and regulatory alignment
• Conducted detailed drawing checks prior to approval, ensuring adherence to planning standards
• Supported decision-making within development control processes, contributing to planning approvals
• Collaborated with internal departments and applicants to resolve planning issues
• Contributed to efficient processing of planning applications, maintaining compliance and supporting timely decisions

Master's Degree - Interior Design - University for the Creative Arts (2023-12)

Bachelor's Degree - Architecture - Iran (2015-12)

Associate Degree - Architecture - Iran (2008-12)