
Shane Hilary Abado
BIM Modeler | Revit & Tekla Structures
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A Licensed Civil Engineer with 6+ years combined experience in BIM modeling, team leadership, coordination and project management, including tenure with a subsidiary of a leading Japanese engineering firm. Proficient in Revit and Tekla, with a strong ability to develop accurate models, technical documentation and project deliverables. Leverages both independent execution and team collaboration to support efficient project workflows and the delivery of accurate, high-quality outputs.
Experience
Assistant BIM Lead, BIM Specialist / Design Engineer, Team Sub Leader at Kelphil Inc. (2024-01 – 2026-04)
- Led project teams, coordinating tasks and deliverables to ensure accuracy and on-time completion
- Coordinated with Japanese clients to ensure design compliance and project standards
- Produced detailed 3D structural and architectural models in Revit, including 2D drafting and perspective and walkthrough renderings across commercial, industrial, and transportation projects
- Created precise 3D models (LOD400) and 2D fabrication drawings in Tekla Structures, adhering to Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) for commercial and institutional facilities
- Produced site models and bird's-eye views in Autodesk InfraWorks
- Prepared as-built and 2D drawings in DRACAD and AutoCAD, including updates to existing plans based on site conditions and references
- Trained junior engineers in BIM modeling and software workflows
- Established and maintained quality management processes by reviewing models and drawings
- Initiated workflow improvements by developing monitoring sheets and implementing efficient guidelines
Architectural/Structural Designer, BIM Modeler / Assistant Design Engineer at Kelphil Inc. (2020-02 – 2024-01)
- Supported structural foundation design, including connection detailing and reinforcement layouts
- Prepared Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for material quantification and project documentation
- Produced as-built drawings in DRACAD and AutoCAD for construction and on-site reference
- Developed precast concrete shop drawings for fabrication and construction use in Tekla Structures
- Created detailed 3D structural and architectural models, 2D drafting and perspective rendering in Revit
- Completed an 11-month technical training program in Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Mie) under The Association for Overseas Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Partnerships (AOTS)
- Developed proficiency in Revit for structural and architectural BIM modeling, documentation, and 2D drawing production
- Developed proficiency in Tekla Structures for steel and concrete modeling, detailing, and shop drawing preparation
- Gained exposure to precast concrete workflows from design to manufacturing
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support model coordination and drawing development
Freelance at Self-Employed (2024-04 – Present)
- Created 3D models and renderings using SketchUp, Revit and Enscape for client presentations
- Produced construction drawings and permit-ready documentation for project implementation
- Contributed to architectural design development for residential and apartment projects
Engineer Trainee at Phinma Corporation (2018-06 – 2018-08)
- Prepared estimates and BOQs for various projects with the Quantity Surveying Team
- Assisted the QA/QC Team in tracking project progress, performing punchlists, and monitoring construction sites for the Hacienda Balai Project
Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering – University of Santo Tomas (2014 – 2019)

