Dammar Saud

NA

Dammar Saud
  • NA

    Graduates 15/05/2026

  • Awarded for Astani Graduate Scholar Program, Recipient of the Walt Singer Fellowship Award, Jonathan Emami Scholarship, and USC Emami Fellowship

    University of Southern California

Education

  • University: University of Southern California
  • College: NA
  • Major: Awarded for Astani Graduate Scholar Program, Recipient of the Walt Singer Fellowship Award, Jonathan Emami Scholarship, and USC Emami Fellowship
  • Minors: NA
  • Start Date: 26 August 2024
  • University: Institute of Engineering Pulchowk Campus at Tribhuvan University
  • College: NA
  • Major: Top 10 Thesis Presenter for the Department of Architecture, Pulchowk Campus (2023), Recipient of a 100% merit-based scholarship from the Government of Nepal
  • Minors: NA
  • Start Date: 15 November 2017

Work Experience

Research Assistant

University of Southern California (USC) NA

Conducted research to prototype an end-effector for a construction robotic arm, enabling 3D printing of buildings and advancing automation in construction. Facilitated 3D printing and post-processing for over 200 models using advanced printers.

Skills:
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam
  • CATIA
  • MS Office
  • Navisworks
  • Primavera
  • Revit
  • Rhino

Architect

Studio 2.0 31 August 2023 To 30 June 2024 (9 Months 30 Days)

Designed the 9,050 sq. ft. mixed-use commercial building, performing quality checks and collaborating with contractors to resolve design conflicts, reducing errors by 20%. Managed construction documentation, submittals, and stakeholder coordination for an elementary school renovation project, delivering the project one week ahead of schedule. Conducted site visits, developed building drawings, and presented project updates. Coordinated with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors for residential projects, expediting delivery timelines by 15%.

Skills:
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam
  • CATIA
  • MS Office
  • Navisworks
  • Primavera
  • Revit
  • Rhino

Intern Architect

Naxalaya Pvt. Ltd 14 June 2021 To 16 August 2021 (2 Months 2 Days)

Conducted site studies and design development for a restaurant renovation, increasing seating capacity by 25%. Prepared specifications and bill of quantities (BOQ) for residential projects, ensuring adherence to technical standards.

Skills:
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam
  • CATIA
  • MS Office
  • Navisworks
  • Primavera
  • Revit
  • Rhino

Equal Employment Opportunity

  • LGBTQ: no
  • Ethnicity: Asian
  • Disability: no
  • Veteran: no
  • First-generation College Student: yes
  • Pell Grant Eligibility: no
  • Work Authorization: yes
  • Visa Sponsorship: yes

Certification & Awards

Participating IPD Team for ASC Region 7 Student Competition

08/02/2025

ASC Region 6 & 7 Student Competition

Winning Team

16/08/2021

Supertecture

USC Emami Fellowship

17/11/2024

USC Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Student Chpater

Personal Information

  • Experience Time

    NA

  • Gender

    Female

  • Age

  • Currently pursuing

    Certificate

  • Languages

    english,hindi

Skills

  • 2D CAD Software (AutoCAD
  • 3D Printing

Career Interest

Open to Different Industries

Yes

Location Type:

on site

Location:

Arizona, Los Angeles, CA

Employment Type:

internship

Industry:
  • Engineering

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