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Ray Y.

Senior Chief Engineer | 20+ Yrs Exp | 1M+ sqm Delivered | GBA Local Expert

San Jose, China

Global rank:

8,371 / 133,233

Skill pts: 5

3D Visualization Architectural Design Architecture Project Building Construction Design Rendering

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About

Senior Professional Engineer & Project Director
With over 20 years of robust experience in architectural design and real estate development, I have served as Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for numerous large-scale urban projects. My track record includes high-rise residential complexes, massive shopping malls, premium office towers, star-rated hotels, and expansive industrial parks, with a total managed delivery exceeding 1,000,000 square meters.
My core expertise includes:
• High-end Architectural Concept & Scheme Development
• Advanced 3D Visualizations & AI-Enhanced Rendering
• Precision CAD Construction Documentation (Full CD Sets)
• Full Life-cycle Project Management & Site Technical Supervision
The Strategic Advantage:
Based in the heart of China’s manufacturing hub (
Shenzhen-Dongguan-Huizhou), I offer a unique "Design + Grounding" service. Beyond high-quality design, I provide on-site technical support in Guangdong, including premium building material sourcing and rigorous factory quality control.
Whether you need the refined aesthetics of Suzhou-style gardens or the functional precision of modern industrial facilities, I deliver with technical excellence and professional accountability.

Design Entries

Experience

Guangdong GSD Intelligent Technology Industrial Park (High-rise Industrial Complex) Guangdong Zhongshan GSD Communication Co., Ltd. · Full-time Mar 2023 – Nov 2024 1 yrs 8 mos Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China Design & Pre-development Lead | 210,000 sqm Industrial Hub
Spearheaded the design management and pre-construction phase for a modern high-rise industrial complex consisting of six 10-11 story industrial facilities and a 23-story supporting tower.
• FAR & Zoning Optimization: Successfully navigated local policies to increase the plot Floor Area Ratio (FAR) from 1.2 to 4.0, significantly maximizing the land's development value and total Gross Floor Area (GFA).
• Pre-construction Management: Directed the master plan approval process and coordinated with design institutes to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Geotechnical & Site Investigation: Led the bidding process for geotechnical firms, managed on-site drilling and soil sampling, and secured approval for the final Geotechnical Investigation Report.
• Permit & Regulatory Liaison: Managed the entire application process for the Engineering Planning Permit and construction documentation. Oversaw the Construction Drawing Review (CDR) to ensure technical readiness for groundbreaking.
• Cross-functional Leadership: Integrated real estate development expertise into industrial park planning, ensuring a seamless transition from design to the construction mobilization phase.
Lead Engineer for Jinsha Haoyi Series Residential Developments (Huizhou, China) Huizhou Hegao Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. · Full-time May 2017 – Nov 2024 7 yrs 6 mos Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China Project Experience: Jinsha Hao Integrated Residential Cluster (Daya Bay, Huizhou)
Project Scale: 110,000 sqm Site Area | 450,000 sqm Gross Floor Area (GFA)
Role: Chief Design Lead / Project Director (Full Life-cycle Management)

Project Overview:
A large-scale, unified urban development consisting of four adjacent residential estates—Jinsha Hao Yi, Xin Zhen, Sheng Yu, and Shang Jing Gardens—integrated by municipal road networks. I have spearheaded this multi-phase development from land acquisition and master planning through to final delivery.

Core Responsibilities & Milestones:
Integrated Design Management: Directed the master plan and coordinated multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Standardized design workflows, harmonized internal departmental requirements, and ensured executive strategic alignment.

Government & Regulatory Liaison: Acted as the primary technical liaison with the Natural Resources Bureau, Housing & Construction Bureau, and Fire Department. Navigated evolving local policies to secure planning permits and construction licenses.

Construction & Technical Supervision: Resolved complex on-site engineering challenges and chaired technical exchange meetings between design institutes and construction contractors to ensure structural and aesthetic integrity.

Marketing & Sales Support: Empowered the sales team with technical training on architectural USPs (Unique Selling Points), economic-technical indicators, and product parameters. Supervised the creation of 3D marketing videos, promotional brochures, and physical scale models.

Acceptance & Commissioning: Led the technical resolution for specialized inspections (Fire Safety, Civil Defense, Quality Supervision, Utilities, etc.). Jinsha Hao Yi Garden has successfully passed all final inspections with a 90% handover rate.

Post-Delivery & Property Management: Assisted in the handover process by resolving homeowner technical queries and collaborated on maintenance strategies. Formulated community renovation guidelines for long-term property management.
Jinsha Century City Phase IV (Mixed-use Development) Zhonglian Real Estate Co., Ltd. · Full-time May 2017 – Aug 2020 3 yrs 3 mos Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China Managed the design and technical execution of Jinsha Century City (Phase IV), a major integrated development featuring a commercial pedestrian street, Grade-A office space, a star-rated hotel, and high-end residential units.

Design Department Leadership: Led a multi-disciplinary engineering team, synchronized project schedules across all design phases, and ensured rigorous quality control for design deliverables.

Technical Oversight: Directly responsible for the architectural, curtain wall, landscape, elevator, and gas engineering design, ensuring seamless technical integration between consultants and contractors.

Tenant & Commercial Coordination: Collaborated with the Leasing Dept. to optimize spatial layouts and modify technical drawings according to specific brand requirements for the commercial street.

Regulatory & Sales Support: Coordinated with government bureaus (Housing, Fire, Real Estate) for project approvals. Directed the creation of marketing floor plans, bonus area calculations, and physical sales models.

Construction & Value Engineering: Optimized construction methodologies and material selection on-site to balance aesthetic quality with cost-efficiency.

Proven Results: The commercial pedestrian street is now fully operational, and all residential units have been successfully sold out.
Huizhou Xinyue Plaza (City Mixed-use Complex) Huizhou Xinyue Industrial Co., Ltd. · Full-time Oct 2014 – Apr 2017 2 yrs 6 mos Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China Design Lead | 350,000 sqm Urban Mixed-use Landmark

Led the full-cycle design management for a flagship urban complex featuring a large-scale shopping mall, commercial pedestrian street, hotel apartments, cinema, KTV, and high-rise residential towers.

Full-Cycle Design Leadership: Directed the entire process from conceptual design to construction documentation, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and premium quality standards.

Secondary Deepening Design: Spearheaded the specialized technical coordination for Glass Curtain Walls, Steel Structures, Elevators, and Nightscape Lighting, ensuring seamless integration of complex architectural features.

Commercial Strategy & Tenant Liaison: Partnered with the Leasing Dept. to optimize commercial layouts and functional zoning. Tailored design solutions to meet the specific technical requirements of major tenants and international brands.

Regulatory Compliance: Managed technical communications with government authorities (Housing, Fire, and Real Estate Bureaus) to secure planning and construction permits.

Technical Execution & Value Engineering: Managed on-site material selection, construction methodology optimization, and issued technical design changes to adapt to real-world site conditions.

Marketing & Sales Support: Supervised the creation of promotional floor plans, residential GFA (Gross Floor Area) optimization, and architectural scale models.

Project Status: The complex is fully operational and has become a key commercial landmark in the region.

Education

Huizhou University Bachelor's Degree, Architectural Design 2001 – 2004 Intensive study of Civil Engineering principles, Structural Analysis, and Architectural Design. Developed a solid foundation in building codes, construction materials, and CAD documentation, which has served as the technical bedrock for my 20-year career in managing large-scale urban developments and high-rise structures.

Other experience

China Sourcing & Factory Audits (Building Materials) Leveraged my 20-year career to help international clients source high-quality building materials (doors, hardware, lighting, tiles) directly from factories in the Pearl River Delta. I provide technical quality control, factory site visits, and supplier verification to ensure materials meet architectural specifications.