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Maimuna Umar Sani

Architect
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Summary

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Highly accomplished Architect, Academic, and Design Professional with over a decade of experience spanning architectural practice, university teaching, research, and academic administration. Demonstrates strong leadership in studio coordination, curriculum development, and accreditation processes. Currently pursuing a PhD in Architecture with a research focus on Indoor Air Quality in residential buildings within tropical climates. Proven ability to integrate research-driven design, sustainable strategies, and practical project delivery across diverse scales.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

MD

Prime Haven Realty
03.2025 - Current
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversee real estate development and architectural project execution
  • Lead project conceptualization, feasibility analysis, and design coordination
  • Supervise multidisciplinary teams and ensure delivery from concept to completion
  • Drive business development, client engagement, and investment opportunities

Lecturer

Baze University
01.2023 - Current
  • Deliver lectures across undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Coordinate design studios and mentor students in architectural design and research
  • Supervise student projects and dissertations
  • Contribute to curriculum development and academic planning

Administrative Roles:

  • Level Coordinator (100L, 300L, 400L, MSc 2nd Year) - Baze University (2023 – Present)
  • SIWES Coordinator – Baze University (2023 – Present)
  • Departmental Welfare Officer – Baze University (2023 – Present)

Teaching Experience:

  • Advanced Building Components and Methods (PG)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (PG)
  • Architectural Design VII (PG)
  • Deign IX Live Project (PG)
  • Theory and History of Architecture I, IV
  • Architectural Structures II
  • Architectural Design I, III and V
  • Architectural Graphics & Lettering II
  • Architecture in Nigeria
  • Building Materials Science
  • Building Materials and Workshop Practice & Safety
  • Architectural Photography
  • Nigerian Traditional Architecture
  • Building Information Modelling
  • Descriptive Geometry I

Lecturer

University of Maiduguri
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Taught core architectural courses and supervised student research
  • Participated in curriculum delivery and academic development
  • Mentored undergraduate students in design studios

Teaching experience

  • Theory and History of Architecture I
  • Architectural Structures II
  • Architectural Design II
  • Building Services (Water Supply)

Architect

D’esarc Consortium
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Designed and supervised numerous residential and commercial projects
  • Managed projects from conceptual design through construction completion
  • Coordinated with clients, consultants, and contractors
  • Produced architectural drawings, 3D visualizations, and technical documentation

Architect

NYSC
01.2016 - 01.2017

National Youth Service Corps

Industrial Trainee

D’esarc Consortium
01.2011 - 12.2011

Students Industrial Working Experience Scheme

Education

Certificate of Primary Education -

Challawa Nursery And Primary School
Kaduna
2000

West African Senior School Certificate -

Federal Government Girls College Bauchi
Bauchi
07-2006

B. Tech - Architecture

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Bauchi
11-2012

M.Sc. - Architecture

Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria
02-2016

Ph.D. - Architecture

Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria
2027

Skills

TECHNICAL & DIGITAL SKILLS

Design & Modelling:

Revit Architecture (Advanced Proficiency)

AutoCAD (2D Drafting)

3D Visualization (Lumion)

General ICT:

Microsoft Office Suite

Digital Presentation & Documentation

CORE COMPETENCIES

Architectural Design & Project Management

Academic Leadership & Mentorship

Research & Technical Writing

Curriculum Development

Sustainable & Climate-Responsive Design

Strong Communication and Team Leadership

Talent development

Crisis management

Succession planning

Mergers and acquisitions

Academic And Professional Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS     

  • Full Member, Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON)
  • Full Member, Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA)

RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS Journal Publications

  • Sani, M.U., et al. (2022). Household Satisfaction with Development of Private Housing in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Nigeria.
  • Habibullah, K.M., Umar, M.S., & Hamza, M. (2022). Affordable Quality Housing Strategies for Low-Income Families in Abuja.
  • Kyari, M.H., Musa, H., & Sani Umar, M. (2023). Urban Public Parks in the 21st Century.

CONFERENCES & WORKSHOPS

  • Archibuilt Conference, Abuja (2016, 2017, 2018)
  • Architects Colloquium, Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja
  • Capacity Building Programme – Bank of Industry GEF Scheme (2016)
  • Participation in multiple academic workshops, seminars, and professional trainings

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • President, Kobi Youth Forum (Bauchi State)Leading community development initiatives and youth engagement programs
  • Former Vice President, Association of Environmental Technology Students (ATBU)

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

  • Design and supervision of multiple residential and commercial developments
  • Real estate development and housing schemes
  • Academic studio projects including large-scale housing and mixed-use developments
  • Strong integration of sustainability and climate-responsive design principles

SUPERVISION EXPERIENCE

  • Supervised numerous undergraduate architectural design projects
  • Guided research and dissertations at undergraduate level

AWARDS & HONOURS

  • Muslim Corpers Association of Nigeria – Certificate of Honour (2017)
  • Certificate of Merit – ATBU Bauchi (2011)

REFEREES

Available upon request

Certification

Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON)

Timeline

MD

Prime Haven Realty
03.2025 - Current

Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON)

11-2023

Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA)

11-2023

Lecturer

Baze University
01.2023 - Current

Lecturer

University of Maiduguri
01.2020 - 01.2023

Architect

NYSC
01.2016 - 01.2017

Architect

D’esarc Consortium
01.2013 - 01.2020

Industrial Trainee

D’esarc Consortium
01.2011 - 12.2011

Certificate of Primary Education -

Challawa Nursery And Primary School

West African Senior School Certificate -

Federal Government Girls College Bauchi

B. Tech - Architecture

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University

M.Sc. - Architecture

Ahmadu Bello University

Ph.D. - Architecture

Ahmadu Bello University
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