student resumes - Master of Real Estate Development + Urbanism

STUDENT RESUMES
CLASS OF 2013
Mohamed Bader Alsilani
Phone: 954-551-8049
[email protected]
Objective:
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Seeking a position in an international real estate company, to lead the company party to
practice real estate in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Education:
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Masters in real estate development and urbanism
University of Miami, School of Architecture
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Bachelor degree in architecture
King Abdul Aziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2011
2009
GPA (4.15 / 5.0)
Work Experience:
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Al-Silani Group
Architect, real estate and constriction department
Administration, investment department
2009 - 2010
2005 - 2009
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Al-Guthmi Consultants
Architect, residential projects
Summer internship
Jun 2008
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Afnan Consultants
Architect, commercial projects
Summer internship
Jun 2007
Skills:
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User of AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch UP, Photoshop, Microsoft (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Awards and Certification:
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postgraduate study scholarship, for the outstanding professional performance
Saudi Ministry of Higher Education
2009
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Certificate of thanks and appreciation for outstanding academic performance
King Abdul Aziz University
2008 – 2009
Memberships:
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Urban Land Institute
Commercial Real Estate Development Association
American Real Estate and Urban Economics Association
Saudi Engineers Council
2011
2011
2011
2009
Jasmine Baldwin
3960 Southwest 146th Avenue  Miramar, Florida 33027  (305) 528-6565  [email protected]
Objective _____________________________________________________________________________________________
To obtain a Masters degree in Real-Estate Development and Urbanism from the University of Miami School of Architecture. Thereafter
utilize my real estate development experience and finance education to become a successful Real Estate Developer.
Employment History/Professional Experience ______________________________________________________________
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI-Coral Gables, Florida
Graduate Teaching Assistant for Dr. Charles Bohl, August 2012-Present
 Assist professors and students by administering tests and assignments, grading homework/examinations, and lecturing/leading
discussions
 Schedule lecture sessions, student presentations, and educational seminars with organizations (ex. City of Miami Planning
Department, local for-profit and non-profit developers, architects, consultants, and past elected officials)
OPA-LOCKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION- Opa-locka, Florida
Junior Planner, January 2012-Present
 Implementation of the Sustainable Opa-locka 20/30 project initiative, specifically for undertaking the required tasks for
implementing all planning related activities that would lead to a citywide comprehensive plan for the City of Opa-locka
 Facilitate other assigned related planning activities that support neighborhood revitalization initiated by the OLCDC
 Assist in the application process for Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant (2012). Choice Neighborhoods is a White
House Initiative that transforms distressed neighborhoods and public and assisted projects into viable and sustainable mixedincome neighborhoods by linking housing improvements with appropriate services, schools, public assets, transportation, and
access to jobs
CORNERSTONE GROUP- Hollywood, Florida
Assistant to Acquisition and Development, May-August 2010
 Projects included research related to zoning regulations, development opportunities, and refinancing opportunities
 Preparing correspondence for presentation which included preparing letter, financial spreadsheets, and PowerPoint
presentations
Leasing Agent, Summers of 2006-2009
Leasing Consultant/Sales at Alhambra Cove Apartments May-August 2009
Leasing Agent at Crossings at University Apartments May-August 2008
Leasing Agent at Baywinds Apartments 2006 through May-August 2007
 Attract and provide prospective residents with information, greet customers, and assistance with completion of
applications/processing of applications
 Leasing of apartments to well-qualified prospective tenants which included completion and processing of lease
paperwork, move-in process, as well as facilitating the tenants transition into the community
 Planned and implemented community activities and functions for residents
Education/Training _____________________________________________________________________________________
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI-Coral Gables, Florida
Masters in Real Estate Development and Urbanism
January 2012-Present
NATIONAL CHARRETTE SYSTEM CERTIFICATE TRAINING-Coral Gables, Florida
January 2012
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY–Miami, Florida
Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance
Certificate in Banking
May 2010-December 2011
GPA: 3.76/4.0 (Magna Cum Laude)
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA-Orlando, Florida
Associate of Arts
June 2007-May 2009
Licensure/Affiliations
June 2012 to Present
September 2011 to Present
September 2011 to Present
September 2011 to Present
May 2010 to Present
January 2009 to Present
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Licensed Florida Real Estate Sales Associate (License Number: SL3260266)
Urban Land Institute
Congress for New Urbanism
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Member of Golden Key Honor Society
Member of Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society
*References and transcripts available by request*
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Daniel Fornes
3477 NW 179 ST | Miami Gardens, FL 33056 | (786) 506-0355 | [email protected]
Professional Summary
Business professional with ten years of experience in management, administration, and customer service. Detailoriented and organized individual who exemplifies professionalism with the ability to timely manage multiple
projects and tasks. Demonstrated history of ensuring high customer satisfaction and leadership abilities, including
working with individuals from various backgrounds.
Skills Summary
Team Leader
Problem Solver
Rapport and Credibility Builder
Fluent in English and Spanish
Good Communicator
Analytical Skills
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Education
University of Miami, Miami, FL
Master of Real Estate Development & Urbanism
Expected Graduation date: June 2013
DeVry University, Miramar, FL
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Specialization: Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship
February 2011
GPA: 3.68/4.0 Cum Laude
Professional Affiliations
Sigma Beta Delta Business Honor Society
Professional Experience
The Keyes Company, Miami, FL
Realtor & Certified Distress Property Expert
6/2012 – Present
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Hold open house inspections, instructing clients on best practices for selling success and liaising between
renters/owners and prospective buyers for property inspections.
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Preparation of legal documents including listings and sales contracts.
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Analyze market trends to determine competitive market prices.
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Maintain and build relationships with clients to encourage returning business.
RE/MAX Advance Realty II, Miami, FL
Realtor & Certified Distress Property Expert
9/2010 – 6/2012
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Promoted sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing
services.
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Effectively communicated with clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements and
related matters.
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Solved conflict and acted as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers, generally
representing one or the other.
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Accompanied inspectors during visit to the properties and advises customer on the suitability and value of
the property.
One Stop Realty/Universe Financial, Miami, FL
Realtor & Mortgage Broker
3/2008 – 9/2010
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Prepared documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds and
leases.
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Partnered with escrow companies, lenders, home inspectors, and pest control operators to ensure that
terms and conditions of purchase agreements were met before closing dates.
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Conducted mortgage interviews with customers’ face to face, providing advice and recommendations
where appropriate.
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Assessed customers' suitability for funds and ability to repay in accordance with FHA, VA or
conventional lending policy.
One Stop Mortgage/Universal Financial, Miami, FL
Office Manager / Mortgage Loan Advisor
5/2006 – 2/2008
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Managed and directed a team of junior processors throughout five satellite offices.
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Reviewed loan application files to verify the completeness of data to ensure compliance with company
and industry regulations.
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Interacted on a daily basis with clients, Mortgage Brokers, Real Estate agent and investor account
executives to follow up with documents necessary to close loan.
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Recorded data on the status of loans such as: new applications, approved, canceled, or denied loans.
United Financial Center, Miami, FL
Administrative Assistant / Senior Processor
7/2003 – 4/2006
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Pre-underwrote all loan applications to determine best loan program and interest rates.
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Gathered all documents required for loan approval and verified documentation to submit to the investor.
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Managed and closed over 80 files per month.
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Evaluated credit score to determine best available product.
United States Marine Corps, Cherry Point, NC
Administrative Specialist
2/2002 – 7/2003
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Managed legal office and performed duties within a classified environment.
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Updated personnel records for use in employee benefits, administrative leave and promotions.
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Maintained daily morning report for accountability of all the Marines in the squadron.
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Computed wages for use in payroll processing of promoted Marines and disciplinary action.
Military Commendation
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Navy Meritorious Service Commendation
Honorable Discharge
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nadia k. ismael
1624 NE 175th Street — Miami, FL 33162
Cell: 305.965.9478 — email: [email protected]
Experience
Intern, Cymbal Development
Engaging in real estate development tasks, involving site plans and research.
Sep. 2012 - Present
Realtor Assistant, Esslinger Wooten Maxwell
Jan. 2012 - Present
Writing contracts, assisting in commercial transactions and social media/website maintenance.
Nadia K. Ismael, PA Realtor Associate, Esslinger Wooten Maxwell
Feb. 2011 - Present
Working with buyers, sellers and renters in the sale and lease of residential property. Registered S Corp in 2012.
PR/Social Media Coordinator, Dasani Jewels
April 2011 – Nov. 2011
Designated social media marketer, press liaison and advertising account manager.
Academic Co-Editor, UM Ibis Yearbook
Aug. 2010 – May 2011
Creative director of story concepts and design elements, including section management and field work.
Education
Masters in Real Estate Development + Urbanism, University of Miami
Aug. 2012 – May 2013
Topics include demographic and site research, real estate finance, LEED, development process.
B.S. in Communication, University of Miami
Public Relations and English double major with a minor in Marketing.
Aug. 2009 – Summer 2011
Activities
Urban Land Institute Fall Meeting in Denver, Colorado
October 15-19, 2012
Workshops: tour of Vail Resorts, High-End Waterfront Developments, Gen-Y, Smart Technology & Finance
Workforce Housing Conference at the Port of Miami
October 4, 2012
Hosted by the University of Miami School of Business, Architecture and Office of Civic/Community Engagement
Urban Land Institute Student Member
Sept. 2012 – Present
Make a Wish Foundation Volunteer
Assist with special events and fundraising.
Aug. 2012 – Present
International PR Competition with GlobCom
Spring 2011
Involved working in a team of 20 students in 6 countries to develop a tri-continental campaign for Carl Zeiss.
Common Wealth Institute
May 2011
6th Annual Top Women Led Businesses in Florida Luncheon – second year in attendance.
University of Miami Launch Pad
April 2011
Career Symposium: Entrepreneurship as a Career Choice; keynote speaker Katrina Campins
Building your Brand; keynote speaker Loren Ridinger
Miscellaneous
— Fluent
in Portuguese, Spanish, English.
— Experience in team management as stage manager
for acting group.
— Background
in acting and public speaking.
— Efficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and
SPSS.
References available upon request*
Eric A. Krieger 950 Euclid Avenue, Apt. 205, Miami Beach, FL 33139  (954) 483‐4105
[email protected] Hard‐working and reliable Harvard graduate with professional background in urban development, eager to apply my innovative ideas, real‐world creativity, and multinational experience WORK EXPERIENCE Can’t Tell Treatment Center Boca Raton, Florida 2011‐present Director of Business Development • Assisted founder in opening a treatment center for young survivors traumatized by bullying, abuse, and sexual assault • Formulated business plan and marketing strategy • Gathered investors to participate in the venture • Arranged for a real estate site and helped design a small campus Private Tutoring Services Boca Raton, Florida 2011 Tutor • Taught a range of academic subjects from biology to German to French to economics • Handled gifted and special‐needs children from ages 9 to 17 • Helped raise my first SAT student’s score by 600 points Decorator’s Signature Delray Beach, Florida 2010‐2011 Designer • Consulted clients to formulate complex residential interior design plans • Sold high‐end furniture to multiple clients • Maintained the showroom with diligent upkeep Eco‐hotel venture Shanghai, China 2008‐2010 Co‐founder • Founded company to develop my own real estate projects • Designed eco‐hotel plan and layout with concepts and features unique to China • Obtained investors and formulated workable budget and business plan Swiss Leman Architectes Shanghai, China 2006‐2007 Business Manager • Responsible for company marketing to obtain new clients • Negotiated contracts with clients and Chinese government officials • Hired and trained architectural and administrative staff • Organized and presented design entries into large architectural competitions (e.g. Shanghai Bund redevelopment, Nanjing Bell Tower Hospital, and Nanjing Museum extension) Space International Shanghai, China 2005‐2006 Sales and Marketing Director • Networked for new clients and facilitated their search for historic properties in Shanghai • Hired real estate agents and support staff and oversaw department operations • Created marketing materials to circulate the Space brand in Shanghai Photo‐Me International Madrid, Spain; Shanghai, China 2002‐2004 Managing Director (China), Assistant Managing Director (Iberia/Asia‐Pacific) • Opened and managed the Shanghai office for Photo‐Me • Negotiated contracts for photobooth placements throughout the city • Hired staff for commercial and maintenance departments • Filed comprehensive business plan for Photo‐Me’s Australian subsidiary • Travelled extensively to maintain consistent operations throughout the company (Spain, Portugal, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia) SUMMER INTERNSHIPS Habitat Grupo Inmobiliario Barcelona, Spain 2001 • Gathered field information first‐hand and compiled regional real estate market reports Urban Design Research Institute Mumbai, India 2000 • Helped edit a research book about Navi Mumbai (New Bombay) • Assisted in devising a workable urban management plan for the Mumbai neighborhood of Churchgate Christie’s New York, NY 1999 • Collaborated on Nov ’99 art sale in Impressionist/19th Century painting department Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG) Berlin, Germany 1998 • Interned in business department • Rectified a fundamental accounting error dating from 1987 that resulted in an unexpected windfall for the company EDUCATION University of Miami Coral Gables, FL 2012‐present Masters in Real Estate Development and Urbanism Harvard University Cambridge, MA 1998‐2002 B.A. cum laude in Urban Studies Pine Crest School Fort Lauderdale, FL 1989‐1998 New York University New York, NY 1997 Certificate in videography Karlova University Prague, Czech Republic 1996 LANGUAGES English (native), French (native), Spanish (high), Portuguese (medium‐high), German (medium‐high), Mandarin Chinese (medium), Hebrew (basic conversation), Czech (basic conversation) Mohammad Saleh Munshi
475 Brickell Ave unit 2508 - Miami, FL 33131
Email: [email protected] - Tel: +1 954 980 5511 - +966 50 335 3339
Objective
My objective is to obtain an advanced management position which will enhance a diversity of skills including creativity,
practical experiences needed to compete in the fast-paced and changing world of urban real estate development.
Education
2011 - Present University of Miami, Miami, United State
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Master of Real Estate Development and Urbanism.
2010 - 2011 The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale, United State
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Completed all levels of the English courses
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The first student who got hired as the social director of the school.
2002 - 2007 King Abdul Aziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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B.Sc. in Architecture from School of Environmental Design.
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Appointed as Student representative for the Cultural Committee in the School of Environmental Design, 05-06.
Employment History
Development Engineer
11/07 – 07/10 Jeddah Developments and Urban Regeneration Co. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
 Participated in developing the strategic plans and feasibility studies for commercial development for the Slum
Areas Department creation.
 Development of the detailed project plans for the Slum Areas.
 Appointed as Coordinator for Qasr Khozam Project, final review and production of developers package which
included reviewing and qualifying printing facilities in Jeddah.
 Supervised production of concept plans for:
 Al-Ruwais district Development project.
 Rwabi al Janoob Suburbs Development Project.
 Incorporated HRH Prince Khalid Al-Feisal feedback into the concept design for al Ruwais and al Rwabi
Development Projects.
 Prepare concept design and presentation material for review by the ministerial committee.
 Roles and responsibilities within the Ruwais district development project:
 Served as project main coordinator.
 Reviewed final JVA documents.
 Collected and compiled data about social, infrastructure, economic conditions.
 Managed, facilitated and coordinated communications between developers and government agencies.
 A 45 day Site survey:
 Conducted site survey for 6 major districts In Jeddah to prepare master plan developing.
 Information was collected and compiled into excel formatted file for 4137 buildings.
 Done a presentation to Minister of Education to convince Zaha Hadid to design a museum in Khozam project.
 Worked on validating the expropriation sheets and appraise more than 5,800 properties in Khozam Development
Project.
 Participated in the task force that established the compensation framework for areas to be expropriated, resulting
in a series of 9 compensation matrices corresponding to the 9 project areas.
Summer Trainee
6/06- 8/06 AL MOHANDES OFICCE, Marwan Ashour, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
 Completed AutoCAD training sessions.
 Managed customer service through evaluating work needs and directing it to proper departments.
 Final site review, which included site inspection before handover. Comparing actual to plans and making
corrections to plans or units as necessary.
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Summer Trainee
6/05- 10/05 AL MAHER for CONTRACTING and OPERATION, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
 Designing first two Villas for Al-Kheira Resort. One of these villas was used by the resort management as a
Model unit to market their properties.
 Supervised Model construction, finishing and handover.
 Managed customer relations; evaluated customer needs and directed projects to relevant departments.
Summer Trainee
6/04- 8/04 SAUDI DIYAR CONSULTANTS, ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Member of the design team for headquarters of the Organization of the Islamic Conference towers in Senegal.
Part of my activities included:
 Studied and analyzed Working drawing diagrams
 Completed plans for the residential and office towers. Design plans included: corridor design, emergency
exits, and room and suite floor plans.
Completed plans and designs of several residential housing units:
 Worked on a full design (plans, elevation, section and perspective) for prestigious villas in Jumeirah Palm
Island of Dubai. The villa design created two different views. A modern view from land and a traditional view
from the beach. The two views are isolated from each other and do not mix.
 Full design of a private villa. The Villa was designed to include several courtyards integrated in several
locations. The goal was to create wind tunnels and maintain privacy for residents.
 Completed plans for an Amiri junior palace in Dubai. The goal of this project was to become familiar with
design styles implemented for royal clients.
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Worked on the design of a Mosque on Al-Malik Rd. The mosque was to be overly simplistic, with no dome or
elaborate decorations to avoid distracting the worshipers. This mosque is currently under construction.
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Worked on full design for complex building. The designs were performed to allow for flexible use of wide space.
Languages
Arabic; Mother tongue. English; fluent
Personal Profile
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Quick to analyze and solve problems; investigative, logical and clear thinking.
Performs effectively under pressure, and thrives on challenges.
Excellent Communicator, good listener and a valued contributor
Visionary and goal oriented; inspires trust, cooperation and teamwork.
Memberships, Training and Awards
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Member of the Saudi Council of Engineers since 2007.
Member of the Saudi Umran Society since 2007.
Member of the ULI, NAIOP, APA and AREUEA 2011.
Member of the Saudi Club at University of Miami.
Award for exceeding performance as organizer for the Opening Ceremonies for the Major Developmental
Projects in the Emirate of Makkah Region, October 2008.
Award for Exceptional performance by the CEO of JDURC, April 2008
Award for Exceptional performance by VP of Slum Area and Affordable Housing of JDURC, August 2008.
Completed a Jeddah Chamber of commerce training on property appraisals to be a certified agent in 2008.
Completed a GIS training by the Municipality of Jeddah, 2009.
Skills
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Computer literacy: Excellent skills in computer different applications Microsoft office programs, PCensus, graphic
designing using AutoCAD, Photoshop, Revit, coral draws and sketch up.
Communication skills, analytical skills, problem solving, and team work skills.
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Mitchell L. O’Reilly
1632 Meridian Avenue #101, Miami Beach, FL 33139
817.676.4815 ● [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Miami, School of School of Architecture, Coral Gables, Florida
Masters in Real Estate Development and Urbanism, expected May 2013
Southern Methodist University, College of Engineering, Dallas, Texas
Masters of Science in Systems Engineering, August 2007
University of Illinois, College of Engineering, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois
Bachelors of Science in Industrial Engineering, with honors, December 2003
WORK EXPERIENCE
Miami Beach Community Development Corporation (MBCDC), Miami Beach, FL (5/12 - Current)
Affordable Housing and Real Estate Development Intern
 Developed and documented an asset management plan for MBCDC to implement and an organizational strategy to
guide its planning for the long-term activities associated with owning and managing its real estate portfolio.
 The plan includes budgeting for capital projects, adopting property performance reports, and assembling the
mortgage loan documents, land use agreements, and restrictive covenants into a centralized location.
 Attend and participate in corporate board meetings and property review meetings.
 Participated in the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s pilot study of multi-family residential buildings.
 Goal of the study is to determine easily accessible strategies that building owners can undertake to increase
energy efficiency through green energy retrofits that will not require expensive financial analysis.
 Performed site surveys to determine the physical and contextual parameters of each building’s typology.
 Offer recommendations to building owners on how to increase their properties’ energy performance.
Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), Washington, D.C. (05/11 – 08/11)
Legal Intern – Center for Religious Immigration and Protection
 Prepared petitions and applications for nonimmigrant visas, change of status or extension of status in the U.S, and
legal permanent residence. Performed case management and client contact.
 Participated in onsite and offsite immigration advocacy activities and legal research opportunities.
 Chosen to represent CLINIC during the implementation phase of a newly established program within the
Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Ombudsman’s Office.
United States Coast Guard (USCG) – Personnel Service Center (PSC), Arlington, VA (05/11 – 08/11)
Law Intern – Legal Services Command (LSC)
 Supported staff attorneys with revising the USCG Administrative Separation Board Manual.
 Edited and submitted changes to policies and procedures for conducting administrative separation hearings.
 Recommended revisions to the process for which the Coast Guard takes final action on board reports.
 Helped create a new CG Form to document and preserve a record of all administrative board proceedings.
United States Coast Guard – Operation Deepwater Horizon Response, New Orleans, LA (08/10 – 02/11)
USCG Technical Legal Specialist-Scribe for Unified Area Command
 Documented a record of command meetings to assist the USCG with future litigation from response activities.
 Attended meetings with Federal on Scene Commander, BP Area Commanders, and Governors of impacted states.
 Supported the USCG Legal Officer with legal issues arising from the USCG’s response activities, including
preparation of written responses to FOIA requests and questions from Congressional Inquiries based upon
dispersant use in response to the Deepwater Horizon spill.
Miami-Dade Office of the State Attorney, 11th Judicial Circuit, Miami, FL (12/09 – 06/10 & 02/11– 05/11)
Legal Intern – Felony Division
 Assisted division attorneys in court with arraignments, jury selection, pleas, trials, and sentencing.
 Prepared questions for defense depositions and calculated sentencing guidelines.
 Drafted plea offers, motions, and trial briefs for division attorneys.
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Incorporated (LSGMI), Miami, FL (08/09 – 06/10 & 02/11– 05/11)
Legal Intern – Homeless Disability Legal Aid Project
 Conducted legal research on family law issues, including child support modification and income deduction orders.
 Assisted staff attorneys with initial client interviews and evaluation of claims.
 Drafted legal memoranda for clients denied unemployment compensation and social security disability benefits.
 Represented LSGMI at Homeless Forum Providers Meetings and performed legal intake at area shelters.
University of Miami School of Law, Coral Gables, FL (07/09 – 12/09)
Legal Intern – Health and Elder Clinic
 Assisted attorneys with client interviews and drafted memoranda on clients’ claims.
 Researched immigration and social security law to evaluate clients’ legal remedies and defenses.
 Reviewed all closed cases to determine the value of public benefits awarded based upon clinic’s representation.
Lockheed Martin Corporation, Various Locations, (01/04 – 06/09)
MS2, Rivera Beach, FL (06/08 – 06/09) Senior Subcontract Administrator – Remote Minehunting Vehicle (RMV)
 Material Program Manager and Cost Account Manager for RMV’s procured materials
Space Systems, New Orleans, LA (05/07 – 05/08) Senior Industrial Engineer – Space Shuttle External Tank (ET)
 Managed manufacturing process flow, master schedule and earned value metrics for mechanical assemblies
MS2, Syracuse, NY (01/06 – 05/07) Material Planner/Controller for Advanced Hawkeye Radar (E2-D)
 Managed all hardware procurement for the AHE program.
Missiles and Fire Control, Dallas, TX & Camden, AR (01/04 – 12/05) Project and Quality Engineer
 Supported the Patriot Advanced Capability Missile and Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System programs
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Coast Guard Active Ready Reserves, (08/08 – Current) - Rank/Rate: Petty Officer/Machinery Technician
U.S. Army-active duty (01/96 – 05/00), Honorable Discharge - Rank/Military Specialty: Sergeant/Military Police
COMMUNITY SERVICE
St. Vincent de Paul Society, Miami, FL – (10/11 – Current)
 Prepare meals for Homeless Ministry, which delivers and serves the prepared meals at area homeless shelters.
IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Miami, FL – (02/12 – 04/12)
 Prepared and submitted tax returns for low income families and individual
 Helped the clients understand the IRS filing procedures and explained their options to maximize tax returns
 Obtained the advanced and military IRS certifications
Department of Veterans Affairs, Miami, FL – (11/09 – 07/10) & (02/11 – 05/11)
 Assisted social workers at the Health Care for Homeless Veterans walk in clinic
 Helped veterans apply for federal and public benefits and supported outreach events at the VA Hospital.
 Initiated and conducted off site legal intake and presentations for LSGMI.
ACHIEVEMENTS
 University of Miami School of Law: Certificate of Achievement: For outstanding academic performance in
Comprehensive Skill Test [Top 5% of over 450 test-takers] (2012)
 Recipient of outstanding University of Miami’s 1L Award for Excellence in Community Service (2012)
 Department of Defense NACLC Top Secret Security Clearance Level (Active)
 United States Coast Guard Machinery Technician A School Honor Graduate (2009)
 Military Commendations:
 Army: Commendation and Achievement Medals, Good Conduct and National Defense Service Medals, and
the Army Service Ribbon
 Coast Guard: Achievement, National Defense Service, and Reserve Good Conduct Medals, and the Special
Operations Service and Meritorious Team Commendation
Xuqiao Wang
+1 317 7307509
4901 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL, 33146
[email protected]
EDUCATION
Dec. 2012
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Master of Real Estate Development and Urbanism
• Classes for this Term: Introduction to Real Estate Development & Urbanism, Financing
Urban Real Estate Development, Market Analysis for Urban Real Estate, Contemporary Green
Design (LEED)
• Working as a Research Assistant for Pro. Allan Shulman (FAIA). Getting prepared for a series
for articles and books on tropicalization of architectures in Miami
Oct. 2009
Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London, London, UK
Master of Architecture in Urban Design
Modules: History and Theory of Urban Design, Overall Urban Design Project, Detailed Urban
Design Project, Urban Design Report
Yearly Project: “Ecological Corridor Network in London”
·Accomplished Strategic Urban Design and Detailed Urban Design
·Completed a 100 page report (including over 6000 words and over 100 drawings), portfolio, 7
times presentations and Summer Show
·Estimated highly by many of the experts in the area on my project
Jul. 2008
School of Landscape Architecture, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, China
Bachelor of Engineering in Urban Planning, GPA: 3.46
Main Courses: Landscape Design, Architecture Design, Urban Landscape Design and
Planning, City Form and Its Developing Theory, Ornamental Plants, The Fine Art, etc.
·Received scholarship from University and got the uncommon one-time pass on Band Four and
Band Six in College English Test
WORK EXPERIENCE
Oct. 2010 –
Jul. 2011
Jan. 2010 –
Sep. 2010
Dalian Shengtai Enterprise Co., Ltd, Dalian, China
“Sunshine Mediterranean Residential Area” Project
·In charge of preparing and hosting the promotion show and launch party of “Sunshine
Mediterranean Residential Area”. Composed host’s words and leaders’ speech.
“Shengtai Twenty Miles Residential Area” Project
·As the project coordinator and assistant manager, participated systematically in the project:
from the site visiting to the market investigation; from the consultation with the planners and
designers to the deliberation with local government
·Have known the process of appraising and managing the real estate project. Have learned the
methodology and the policy in practice
Shenzhen BLY Landscape & Architecture Planning & Design Institute,
Shenzhen, China
Landscape Planning and Urban Design Office
“Planning and Design of Nanshan Park in Chongqing City Wanzhou District”
·As Landscape Planner and Designer, participated systematically in the whole project: from
the investigation and analysis to the formation of idea and the deepen of scheme; from Master
Plan to Detailed Design; from making drawings to presentations
·Have known and practiced systematically the process of the project, have managed the
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methods and techniques for work as well
“Greenway Network in Pearl River Delta Regions”
The exciting project is the first time to put the concept of Greenway in practice in China. Made
the Guidelines of the Planning and Design of the Greenway Network in Guangzhou Panyu
District and completed the design work of Greenway in Shawan Town
“Site Plan of Ten Mile Beach Zone in Guiyang City Huaxi National Urban Wetland Park”
Designed one of the main entrances and some important detailed places
INTERNSHIP
Mar. 2008 –
Jun. 2008
China Academy of Urban Planning and Design, Beijing, China
Town and Country Planning Research
·Collected and sorted the basic data of Town and Country Planning standard system and
revised the significant National Standards “Urban Land Use Classification and Land Use
Planning and Construction Standards”
·Collected, translated and sorted the Town and Country Planning Standard from United
Kingdom, Singapore, Canada, Hong Kong, etc.
·Took part in Development Strategy Research and Urban Design for Lin’an Development Zone
in Zhejiang Province
ACADEMIC HONORS
Jun. 2011
· Individual project and collaborative project accepted as Oral Presentation and Poster
Presentation in person at the 48th IFLA (International Federation of Landscape Architects)
World Congress which will be held in Zurich, Switzerland
May. 2011
·Had a face to face interview with Antoine Predock, the AIA Gold Medalist and participated in
writing a theme for the “Urban Environment Design” magazine. Participating in the reception
of the visiting and the planning of the lecture given by Mr. Predock
May. 2010
·Worked on a thesis entitled “The Practice of Greenway in China” as one of the writers. The
thesis was published in “Landscape Architecture” magazine. It was also the vital material of
the presentation at the 47th IFLA World Congress
ACTIVITIES AND PUBLIC WELFARE
·The Royal Parks Foundation Half Marathon in London – Volunteer
·Beijing Olympic Games, Women Marathon -- Volunteer
·As minister of organization and propaganda department of University English Association,
participated twice in organizing, preparing and hosting the friendship parties for the students
from Beijing Forestry University and Michigan State University
·Organized and performed at the annual variety show with the biggest influence in School
SKILLS
·Skilled in using kinds of professional drawing softwares including Auto CAD, Photoshop,
Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, Movie Maker, Acrobat, etc and Office softwares
·Outstanding at presentations and professional writing in Chinese
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