
Steffanie Jorj Espiritu
Project & Operations Lead Architect - Documentation, Systems, QA, & Compliance
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About
I’m an architect with experience supporting Australian projects, focused on keeping project delivery structured, accurate, and on track. My work sits at the intersection of project coordination, documentation, and quality control, ensuring that outputs are not only delivered on time, but are consistent, compliant, & well-organized.
I’ve worked closely with team leads to manage workflows, track deliverables, and improve internal systems, helping teams operate more efficiently and avoid errors or delays. I’m comfortable working across multiple tools and teams, and I tend to step into gaps where structure or clarity is needed.
CORE CAPABILITIES
- Project Coordination & Delivery Support
Track timelines, manage deliverables, and ensure tasks move forward without delays
- Documentation & QA/QC Oversight
Review outputs for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with standards
- Workflow & Systems Management
Maintain and improve internal systems for tracking, documentation, and reporting
- Compliance & Risk Support
Identify gaps, flag risks early, and support alignment with regulatory requirements
- Team Coordination & Communication
Work across teams to ensure clarity, accountability, and smooth execution
- Process Improvement & Standardization
Develop and refine workflows, checklists, and standards
Experience
Project & Operations Lead (Architecture) - Documentation, Systems, QA, & Compliance
Survival Tools - SydneyNovember 2022 to January 2026
PROJECT DELIVERY & TECHNICAL COORDINATION
- Coordinated project outputs across documentation and compliance workstreams, supporting structured and timely delivery
- Collaborated with team leadership to plan output schedules and maintain consistent delivery standards
- Bridged management and operational teams to align project requirements, priorities, and execution
- Tracked deliverables, followed up on actions, and maintained steady progress amid evolving project needs
- Developed technical documentation and compliance outputs integrating NCC, Australian Standards, legislation, and industry practice
- Translated complex regulatory requirements into structured visual and technical formats, including models, annotated drawings, and supporting graphics
- Built and maintained 3D models and enhanced technical illustrations to support clarity and usability of deliverables
- Structured and categorized technical information to ensure accessibility, consistency, and traceability across outputs
- Led content and documentation review processes to ensure regulatory alignment, accuracy, and completeness
- Developed and implemented a Content Verification Framework to standardize QA processes and improve consistency
- Established structured source validation and compilation methods to support audit readiness and traceability
- Monitored revisions, corrective actions, and version control to maintain quality across evolving deliverables
- Co-developed and maintained internal documentation standards, including content manuals and formatting protocols
- Designed and refined workflows for documentation production and content operations, improving efficiency and consistency
- Managed centralized document registers and tracking systems to support controlled updates and quality assurance
- Supported ISO-related documentation, audit preparation, and process alignment initiatives
- Supported team growth through structured onboarding and training in compliance, documentation standards, and workflows
- Contributed to hiring processes, including candidate evaluation and role structuring
- Provided guidance on quality expectations and technical standards across team outputs
- Identified process inefficiencies and implemented targeted workflow improvements
- Conducted risk identification related to documentation gaps and compliance issues, supporting early resolution and escalation
- Contributed to strengthening operational systems to reduce errors, rework, and coordination breakdowns
Design Officer
Shopping Center Management Corporations SM Supermalls - BaguioMarch 2022 to October 2022
- Coordinated with consultants and contractors for design implementation and site execution
- Managed documentation, approvals, and compliance requirements
- Conducted quality checks and monitored site progress, supporting timely resolution of issues
- Supported budget alignment, including CAPEX/OPEX considerations
Architect
Freelance - RemoteMarch 2020 to March 2022
- Developed schematic designs through to design development and construction documentation for small-scale projects
- Prepared estimates and basic specifications, supporting informed decision-making during design and procurement stages
- Managed client coordination, translating requirements into practical and buildable design solutions
Business Manager
HOB Laundry Services - BaguioNovember 2018 to March 2020
- Overall management of the business inclusive of accounting, liaising with both staff and clients, processing legal documents, compliance with government regulations
Junior Architect
RDesignBuild - BaguioFebruary 2017 to June 2018
- Contributed to design development and construction documentation, ensuring drawings were accurate and aligned with project requirements
- Supported procurement processes, including material selection, coordination with suppliers, and preparation of estimates
- Assisted in site coordination across multiple projects, monitoring progress and ensuring alignment with design intent
- Conducted quality checks and site assessments to identify issues and support timely resolution
- Managed materials, quantities, and basic cost tracking, coordinating logistics between project sites
Apprentice
Arch. Lawagey - BaguioJune 2016 to November 2016
- Draftsperson
Assistant
Real Hobby Laundry Services - BaguioJanuary 2014 to June 2016
- Washing, drying folding, and overseeing shop protocols
- Billing Composition
Apprentice
Gaudan Design-Construction Services - BaguioApril 2014 to June 2014
- Computer-aided drafting and research
Secretary
C.C. Barleta Machine Services Center - ParañaqueApril 2008 to June 2008
- Clerical work
Education
Bachelor's in Architecture
Saint Louis UniversityJune 2010 to June 2016
Exchange Student in Architecture and the Built Environment
University of NewcastleJuly 2013 to November 2013



