I am an architectural designer with over 15 years of experience across all design phases, skilled in BIM-based modeling and technical documentation using Revit and AutoCAD. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams, solving complex design problems and integrating sustainable, high-performance building strategies. My experience spans Brazil and Canada, including large-scale industrial facilities, educational spaces, and municipal infrastructure, where I coordinate with engineers and consultants to deliver projects on time and within budget. Throughout my career I have led design development, prepared permit drawings, and managed site plans for diverse projects. I am adept at remote collaboration and cross-team coordination, bringing a practical, client-focused approach to every assignment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

Carolina Vallim de Oliveira

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I am an architectural designer with over 15 years of experience across all design phases, skilled in BIM-based modeling and technical documentation using Revit and AutoCAD. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams, solving complex design problems and integrating sustainable, high-performance building strategies. My experience spans Brazil and Canada, including large-scale industrial facilities, educational spaces, and municipal infrastructure, where I coordinate with engineers and consultants to deliver projects on time and within budget. Throughout my career I have led design development, prepared permit drawings, and managed site plans for diverse projects. I am adept at remote collaboration and cross-team coordination, bringing a practical, client-focused approach to every assignment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

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I am an architectural designer with over 15 years of experience across all design phases, skilled in BIM-based modeling and technical documentation using Revit and AutoCAD. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams, solving complex design problems and integrating sustainable, high-performance building strategies. My experience spans Brazil and Canada, including large-scale industrial facilities, educational spaces, and municipal infrastructure, where I coordinate with engineers and consultants to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Throughout my career I have led design development, prepared permit drawings, and managed site plans for diverse projects. I am adept at remote collaboration and cross-team coordination, bringing a practical, client-focused approach to every assignment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Architectural Designer / Job Captain at Arcadis Commercial and Industrial Facilities
August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026
Architectural design development and BIM coordination for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects; produced site plan applications, permit drawings, and construction documentation; coordinated with multidisciplinary teams (structural, mechanical, civil, process); led Revit modeling for the EV Battery Production Facility and supported site plans for Honda facility, RSSOM (Ontario Line), and St. Thomas Booster Station.
Architectural Designer / Project Manager at Paul Marques Architect inc. Commercial and Residential Architecture
September 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Developed design concepts for industrial, commercial and residential projects; designed façades and conducted material studies; prepared site plan and permit drawings and coordinated consultants (civil, structural, mechanical, landscape).
Designer / Space Planner at Harkel Office Furniture Workspace Projects – Customized Solutions for Offices
April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020
Designed workplace layouts for corporate and educational environments; prepared client proposals with 2D/3D drawings, renderings and product specifications; collaborated with project managers, sales teams and installers to support project delivery.
Architect and Interior Designer at Self-employed / Partnership Projects / Freelance
May 1, 2015 - April 1, 2019
Designed renovation and space planning projects for residential and commercial clients; developed projects from concept through construction drawings; produced 2D/3D presentations and conceptual studies; collaborated remotely on joint projects.
Architect Coordinator at University of Sao Paulo (USP) – Architectural and Public Spaces Projects
June 1, 2012 - May 1, 2015
Led planning and design for new buildings, renovations and public spaces across the university campus; coordinated architectural drawings with consultants; prepared occupancy studies, technical reports, budgets and bid documentation; contributed to campus master planning.
Architect at Vallim Architecture ( Proprietor )
January 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Developed residential and commercial projects from concept to construction documentation; produced 2D/3D presentations and permit drawings; managed construction/installation and coordination with clients, suppliers, and contractors.
Architect at Gottardi Architecture Studio
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Designed residential projects including conceptual studies, 3D presentations and construction drawings; coordinated consultant drawings and contributed to project schedules and documentation.

Education

Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) at Passive House Institute | iPHA
January 1, 2023 - April 6, 2026
Architectural Preservation Certificate - Professional Development Award at Toronto Metropolitan University (G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education)
January 1, 2021 - April 6, 2026
Postgraduate of Construction Project Management at Polytechnic School, University of Sao Paulo
January 1, 2017 - April 6, 2026
Bachelor of Architecture and Urban Planning at Mackenzie Presbyterian University
January 1, 2009 - April 6, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD)
January 1, 2023 - April 6, 2026
Architectural Preservation Certificate - Professional Development Award
January 1, 2021 - April 6, 2026
Postgraduate of Construction Project Management
January 1, 2017 - April 6, 2026
Bachelor of Architecture and Urban Planning
January 1, 2009 - April 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing, Other