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About Candidate

Jahad Al Makdami holds a Master of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and has academic experience in teaching, research, and interdisciplinary design. His interests include sustainable design, building performance, urban planning, and digital applications in the built environment. He has been recognized for academic excellence and design achievement and possesses strong skills in technical analysis, digital modeling, research, and instructional support.

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Education

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Master of Science (MSc) - Architectural Engineering 2022
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA
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Bachelor of Science (BS) - Architectural Engineering 2020
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA

Work & Experience

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Teaching Assistant 2021 - 2022
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA

▪ Assisted in delivering Architectural Design and Planning coursework to undergraduate students, supporting studio sessions and design critiques. ▪ Provided guidance on architectural drawing, spatial planning, and design principles; gave constructive feedback on student projects and presentations. ▪ Supported course instructor in preparing course materials, coordinating studio activities, and evaluating student work.

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Graduate Teaching Tutor 2019 - 2020
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA

▪ Assisted in delivering undergraduate courses in Fundamental Physics and Calculus; held regular office hours and review sessions to support student learning. ▪ Developed instructional materials including problem sets, worked examples, and study guides aligned with course learning outcomes and accreditation standards. ▪ Provided one-on-one progress monitoring, fostering student success and retention. ▪ Collaborated with faculty members to assessment activities.

Skills

BIM Modeling
100%
Technical Writing
100%
Design and Planning
100%
Student monitoring
85%
instructional material development
80%

Awards

2
2022 NCEES Grand Prize - Architectural Engineering Interdisciplinary Design; Student Success Center, Tarrant County College District, Fort Worth, Texas. 2022
Interdisciplinary engineered integrated design for the Student Success Center at the Tarrant County College campus in Fort Worth organized by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The building is 3-story, with 153,490-square-foot facility includes classrooms, administrative offices, and a large central atrium. The $42 million project encompassed core building engineering as well as enhanced resiliency measures to withstand natural disasters, emergency utility planning, and overall building performance optimization. The design intent was to create a welcoming, student-centered environment aligned with the college’s vision of being one college, student-ready, and community-focused.