A results-driven Director of Design Office & BIM Strategy with over a decade of expertise, I specialise in managing multidisciplinary teams, optimising workflows, and aligning design processes with international standards.
milichikhinrv@gmail.com
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Experience
Director of Design Office & BIM Strategy
RailWays Systems ↗
January 2025 – Present
Kazahstan, NY
I led the company’s architectural and engineering design operations, driving digital transformation across large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects. My role combined strategic leadership, architectural expertise, and technological innovation — establishing BIM-driven workflows, enhancing design quality, and aligning all project delivery processes with Kazakh SN RK, Russian GOST, and international ISO 19650 standards. I directed multidisciplinary teams, implemented openBIM environments, and introduced data-driven tools to ensure precision, efficiency, and full regulatory compliance throughout the design lifecycle.
- Directed the Design Office, building team structure, workflows, and quality systems for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
- Managed full architectural design lifecycle from concept to documentation, ensuring technical precision and regulatory compliance.
- Led BIM transformation, developing company-wide standards, BEPs, and CDE workflows aligned with ISO 19650 and openBIM.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams (architecture, structure, MEP) using Revit, Navisworks, and BIM 360 for model integration and clash detection.
- Introduced 4D/5D modeling, automation tools, and digital dashboards to enhance coordination and project delivery efficiency.
- Represented the company in client and authority communications, ensuring alignment on design and technical solutions.
- Mentored staff and promoted a culture of innovation, sustainability, and data-driven design excellence.
BIM Manager
DSA Architects ↗
December 2021 - JuneDecember 2022
UAE, Dubai
I coordinate high-profile projects in Saudi Arabia under the RIBA Plan of Work, ensuring full BIM integration and seamless collaboration between all disciplines. My role is to maintain quality, reduce risks, and guarantee smooth project delivery.
- Managed BIM execution plans and protocols across teams.
- Conducted model audits, clash detection, and compliance reviews.
- Led cross-disciplinary coordination to streamline workflows.
- Ensured accurate digital handover from design to construction.
Director of BIM Office
Golden House ↗
September 2022 - May 2024
Uzbekistan, Tashkent
At Golden House, I built and led the BIM department from the ground up. My role was to transform the company’s design workflows into fully digital processes, set corporate BIM standards, and ensure consistency across all projects. This included managing teams, integrating advanced tools, and aligning project delivery with international benchmarks.
- Established the BIM Office and developed execution plans (BEP, EIR).
- Created company-wide BIM standards, model management rules, and QA processes.
- Oversaw coordination for large residential and commercial projects.
- Trained architects and engineers in Revit, Navisworks, and Dynamo.
- Implemented parametric workflows and data visualization dashboards.
- Ensured accurate multidisciplinary collaboration through CDE systems.
BIM Manager
Sberbank development
March 2020 - August 2022
Russia, Moscow
At Sbertbank Development, I directed BIM strategy across five landmark projects — from a ski resort and technopark to three major data centers. I worked with Archea Associati and Zaha Hadid Architects, driving innovation in digital delivery.
- Implemented 4D/5D planning workflows with Synchro and Navisworks.
- Coordinated over 60 subcontractors via BIM360 and Ecodomus.
- Built Revit–Rhino–Power BI integrations for real-time dashboards.
- Oversaw model audits, quality checks, and clash resolution.
- Introduced AR/VR tools and piloted openBIM with Blender.
Architect
Moscow Gradplan
September 2015 - February 2022
Russia, Moscow
I worked on ambitious urban-scale projects — Moscow River redevelopment, multimodal transit hubs, and large-scale city planning — applying BIM and computational design at early stages.
- Designed concepts and coordinated multidisciplinary design teams.
- Applied Rhino/Grasshopper/Python for urban data analytics.
- Produced GIS-based planning solutions with QGIS and Civil 3D.
- Prepared visualizations, presentations, and competition entries.
- Secured a first-prize win in an architectural competition.
Architect
Tiamat-project
August 2011 - August 2015
Russia, Moscow
I specialized in restoring and reconstructing Moscow’s cultural heritage buildings, combining precision BIM workflows with traditional restoration methods.
- Conducted point cloud surveys of historic landmarks.
- Produced detailed Revit and AutoCAD documentation.
- Created architectural visualizations for restoration approvals.
- Balanced historical preservation with modern technical requirements.
Skills
Strategic & Creative Oversight
- Creative Strategy Development
- Talent Relations & Management
- Creative Direction Oversight
- Brand Alignment
Communication & Collaboration
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Stakeholder Communication
Project Management
- Budget Management & Forecasting
- Timeline Development & Execution
- Vendor & Contract Negotiation
- On-Site Production Management
Education
Master’s Degree, Construction & Architecture — Moscow State University of Civil Engineering (2014)
Bachelor’s Degree, Construction & Architecture — Izhevsk State Technical University (2012)
Recommendations:
“Alexandra brings sunshine to creative teams. Her optimism, problem-solving, and clear communication drive success.”
Client, Driftwell
“Alexandra is hungry to tackle new challenges. She’s delightful with clients and can diffuse a tense room with her laugh.”
Creative Director, Creative Agency XYZ
Certifications:
Data Science for Construction, Architecture & Engineering — National University of Singapore (2020)