Rafael Ayala, Ra Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

As a Senior Deployment & Activation Coordinator at Willow, a dynamic SaaS startup specializing in digital twins, I leverage my extensive experience in implementing and delivering BIM projects to drive innovation. In this role, I help shape both business and digital strategies across diverse projects and departments, ensuring our solutions create significant value for our clients.At Willow, I manage the end-to-end implementation of technology for our new and existing customers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of our WillowTwin software offerings. By collaborating closely with design consultants, construction contractors/subcontractors, IT/OT vendors, systems integrators, and various internal and external stakeholders, I help building and infrastructure owners/operators realize the full potential of digital twin technology.Key Responsibilities:- Overseeing setup activities and testing within WillowTwin, utilizing our open-source ontologies to create robust digital twins in collaboration with both internal and external teams.- Developing innovative strategies and tools to enhance productivity while mitigating risks in project delivery.- Building a deep understanding of our product and solution architecture to effectively support customer use-cases, outcomes, and ROI.- Leading continuous improvement initiatives to drive increased value and effectiveness across projects.

New York City Metropolitan Area

New York City Metropolitan Area

As a Solutions Specialist at Symetri, I provide expert consultation to architectural firms, focusing on Building Information Modeling (BIM). Key responsibilities included:- Offering tailored BIM consultation to architectural firms, aligning with industry standards and regulations.- Leveraging proficiency in BIM software to assist clients in selecting and implementing the most suitable tools.- Optimizing workflows for improved collaboration, model coordination, clash detection, and data management.- Conducting training sessions and providing ongoing support to ensure smooth adoption of BIM tools.- Ensuring compliance with quality standards and facilitating effective project collaboration.In summary, I offered comprehensive BIM consultation services to architectural firms, helping them enhance their processes and achieve successful project outcomes.

New York, New York, United States

As a Project Architect at Dattner Architects, I specialized in federal government projects, emphasizing BIM, construction administration, and construction documentation. Key responsibilities included:- Integrated BIM processes to enhance design and documentation efficiency.- Oversaw construction activities, coordinated with contractors, and ensured compliance with design and quality standards.- Prepared accurate drawings and specifications to facilitate construction execution.- Navigated complex regulations to ensure project compliance with federal guidelines and standards.- Fostered collaboration among architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to achieve project goals.In summary, I successfully managed BIM, construction administration, and construction documentation for federal government projects, ensuring compliance and proper execution.

New York, New York, United States

As a Project Architect at HLW, I specialized in commercial interior projects, focusing on BIM, visualization, construction administration, and construction documentation. Key responsibilities included:- Implemented and managed BIM processes to optimize design coordination and visualization.- Oversaw construction administration activities to ensure high-quality project execution.- Led the preparation of accurate construction documentation sets.- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary project teams.- Ensured regulatory compliance for commercial interior projects.In summary, I successfully managed commercial interior projects, leveraging expertise in BIM, construction administration, and construction documentation to deliver exceptional results.

New York, New York

New York, New York

As a Designer at Studios Architecture, I focused on commercial interior projects, emphasizing BIM implementation, construction administration, and construction documentation. Key responsibilities included:- Implemented BIM processes for improved design coordination and visualization.- Assisted in construction administration activities for seamless project execution.- Contributed to accurate construction documentation sets.- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective project coordination.In summary, I played a significant role in BIM utilization, construction administration, and construction documentation for successful commercial interior projects.

Brooklyn, New York

As an Architectural Designer at Think Architecture, I focused on residential and cultural projects, specializing in BIM, construction administration, and construction documentation. Key responsibilities included:- Implemented BIM processes for improved design coordination.- Assisted in construction administration activities for successful project execution.- Contributed to accurate construction documentation sets.- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective project coordination.In summary, I played a vital role in BIM utilization, construction administration, and construction documentation for residential and cultural projects.

As an Architectural Designer at Holzman Moss Bottino Architecture, I focused on cultural and educational projects, specializing in BIM, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and visualization. Key responsibilities included:- Implemented BIM processes for efficient design coordination and collaboration.- Contributed to schematic design and design development phases.- Created accurate construction documentation sets.- Collaboratedwith interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project integration.- Utilized visualization techniques to enhance project understanding and communication.In summary, I played a large role in BIM utilization, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and visualization for cultural and educational projects.

As an Assistant Project Manager at Studio JS2 Architect, I focused on residential and hospitality projects. Key responsibilities included:- Assisted in project development, coordination, and planning.- Supported documentation, reporting, and project tracking.- Assisted in construction oversight and quality control.In summary, I played a role in the development of residential and hospitality projects at Studio JS2 Architect, ensuring effective project management.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science

Bachelor Of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture

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