Hi, I’m Rukeya Ali. I’m an architectural professional currently working as an Assistant Planning and Architectural Technician in Woking, UK. I recently completed my MArch Part 2 at the University of Reading and hold a BArch Part 1 from Kingston University. I’m an excellent communicator with meticulous attention to detail, experienced in planning applications, CAD/BIM workflows, and coordinating with planning departments, developers and contractors. I thrive both independently and in team settings, and I bring strong organisational and research skills to every project. I’m passionate about sustainable design, green infrastructure, and biophilic wellbeing in the built environment. My Masters research explored a Green Infrastructure Initiative with reuse of the primary structure in Shoreditch, London, and I volunteer with Green Impact to address sustainability in urban environments. I have broad software proficiency across Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Rhino, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other CAD/BIM tools, and I’m eager to apply my design thinking, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to ambitious residential developments in the UK.

Rukeya Ali

Hi, I’m Rukeya Ali. I’m an architectural professional currently working as an Assistant Planning and Architectural Technician in Woking, UK. I recently completed my MArch Part 2 at the University of Reading and hold a BArch Part 1 from Kingston University. I’m an excellent communicator with meticulous attention to detail, experienced in planning applications, CAD/BIM workflows, and coordinating with planning departments, developers and contractors. I thrive both independently and in team settings, and I bring strong organisational and research skills to every project. I’m passionate about sustainable design, green infrastructure, and biophilic wellbeing in the built environment. My Masters research explored a Green Infrastructure Initiative with reuse of the primary structure in Shoreditch, London, and I volunteer with Green Impact to address sustainability in urban environments. I have broad software proficiency across Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Rhino, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other CAD/BIM tools, and I’m eager to apply my design thinking, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to ambitious residential developments in the UK.

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Hi, I’m Rukeya Ali. I’m an architectural professional currently working as an Assistant Planning and Architectural Technician in Woking, UK. I recently completed my MArch Part 2 at the University of Reading and hold a BArch Part 1 from Kingston University. I’m an excellent communicator with meticulous attention to detail, experienced in planning applications, CAD/BIM workflows, and coordinating with planning departments, developers and contractors. I thrive both independently and in team settings, and I bring strong organisational and research skills to every project.

I’m passionate about sustainable design, green infrastructure, and biophilic wellbeing in the built environment. My Masters research explored a Green Infrastructure Initiative with reuse of the primary structure in Shoreditch, London, and I volunteer with Green Impact to address sustainability in urban environments. I have broad software proficiency across Vectorworks, AutoCAD, Rhino, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other CAD/BIM tools, and I’m eager to apply my design thinking, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to ambitious residential developments in the UK.

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Language

Bengali
Fluent
German
Beginner
French
Beginner
Arabic
Beginner

Work Experience

Assistant Planning and Architectural Technician at AAP Architecture Ltd
October 1, 2024 - Present
Independent and collaborative preparation of planning applications for large residential developments; iterated technical drawings in AutoCAD and Photoshop; liaised with planning departments and developers; managed revisions to working drawings and CAD models; read engineers' drawings to update structural envelope; created sales documentation and adapted layouts for M4 (3) wheelchair access; redesigned bathrooms/en-suites and updated suite specifications; ensured NHBC, Part R, Part L and Part Q compliance; produced section/plan drawings and documented fire/sound insulation details.
Business Development Administrator at VMO2
June 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Maintained a proactive work programme, processed orders with suppliers at cost, analysed site lists for cost-effective solutions, and maintained accurate database records. Created and updated order trackers, managed transmissions to suppliers, and supported CRM/SAP data handling.
Bid Team Administrator at ProAV
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Produced tender documents for projects and service teams, responded to RFQs/RFIs/PQQs, managed sales handovers, and ensured documentation was entered, reviewed and updated via CRM. Designed cover ideas and proposals, generated graphics and charts, and prepared financial and activity reports.
Account Manager at Chart Biomedical
June 1, 2017 - October 31, 2019
Managed UK and EMEA key accounts, ensuring seamless supply of medical equipment to leading European distributors. Handled order processing, tracking, delivery, invoicing, replacements, and credit management. Completed new account setup including VAT validation and compliance checks; maintained meticulous records and balanced multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines.

Education

MArch Part 2 Architecture at University of Reading
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2024
BArch Part 1 - Architecture at Kingston University
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
BA (Hons) Business Economics at Kingston University
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026

Qualifications

NHBC Part R compliance
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
Part L compliance
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
Part Q compliance
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education