About

My name is Jonathon Kardashinski, and I am a Certified Engineering Technologist, Architectural Technologist, Design Technology Specialist, Designer, and Visual Storeyteller operating out of Winnipeg, Manitoba. My passion lies in leveraging BIM and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and support high-performance design teams. I'm driven by a desire to improve how architecture is delivered—from early design through construction documentation—by aligning people, tools, and processes.

I am currently working full-time as an Architectural Technologist & Design Technology Specialist with Republic Architecture, wherein I work closely with our Architectural, Interior Design, and Mechanical teams to produce accurate, high-quality models & construction drawings, as well as develop & implement custom tools & systems, and serve as a BIM Manager for the office.

Outside the office, I work as a freelance designer & visual storyteller, which sharpens my eye for detail, composition, and visual communication. These creative pursuits enrich my professional work by helping me communicate technical ideas more clearly and persuasively.

Prior to entering the AEC industry, I spent several years as a Multi-Unit Sales Manager, leading teams and driving business performance. That experience honed my leadership, operations, and client-facing skills—skills I now bring into my work in architectural technology.

Education

Red River College - Winnipeg, MB

August 2019 - April 2022

Diploma of Architectural/Engineering Technology

Grade: 4.29 GPA

  • Recipient of the Flynn Canada Award for achieving the highest GPA

Work Experience

Republic Architecture

May 2022 - Present

Architectural Technologist, Design Technology Specialist

As an Architectural Technologist I work closely with our Architectural, Interior Design, and Mechanical teams to produce accurate, high-quality models & construction drawings. This includes participating in the design process from project inception through to design, construction documents, and construction administration. In this process, I am responsible for conducting site visits to ensure accuracy of existing conditions, measurements and documentation, setting up initial Revit models with site and context, and collaborating alongside our client groups and multi-disciplinary consultant team. As projects progress, I am responsible for identifying and resolving any building technology issues that arise, interpreting & following building codes/standards, and developing construction details & documentation to help deliver a vast range of project typologies across the country. Throughout each project, I am responsible for participating in client and consultant meetings, and assisting with the coordination of project deliverables.

As Design Technology Specialist, I work alongside out Director of Technology to help develop & implement internal tools & systems, build out our library of parametric Revit families, and maintain Republic’s company-wide BIM standards. I also serve as BIM Manager for several project portfolios and assist with training and developing our design team.

·         Developed and maintain parametric Revit family library

·         Created custom millwork library with swappable parts

·         Manage Revit template development

·         Develop, test, and roll out custom Revit add-ins & dynamo scripts

·         Defined office Revit standards and write/record digital Revit how-to guides

·         Audit BIM deliverables

·         Perform on-site laser scanning & point cloud creation

·         Completed projects for various federal agencies, municipal & provincial governments, and private companies

·         Experience with Division 3 & Division 9 projects

Manitoba Infrastructure - Water Operations

May 2021 - October 2021

Engineering Aid Level 2 - Survey Assistant & Level 1 Inspector

I was responsible for accurately setting up the GPS Base Station & Data Collector, measuring and recording elevation data using the Data Collector & GPS Rover, establishing Control Points, performing Check Shots & Tie Shots, locating & staking key construction design points, and cleaning up project data using the SurvCE software. I was also responsible for performing Level 1 Visual Inspections on bridges, dams, and culverts in the region, photographing and documenting the condition of each structure.

·         Drafted Centreline Profile & Cross-Section data for Bruneau Drain

·         Completed Initial, Stripping, As Built, and Hydroseeding surveys for the South Assiniboine Dyke Reconstruction, North of St. Eustache

·         Completed monthly Level 1 Inspections for the Portage Diversion Outlet in Portage la Prairie

Manitoba Infrastructure - Highways

May 2020 - October 2020

Engineering Aid Level 2 - Project Assistant

I was responsible for filling in wherever needed and providing support to field staff. The roles I performed as Project Assistant were; Bookkeeper, Quantity Inspector (asphalt & base), Junior Density Inspector, Aggregate Inspector, Survey Assistant, Scale Person, and Flag Person.

·         Helped design new checking sheets for Quality Based Projects

·         Designed new distribution tonnage check forms

·         Trained co-op students on checking base & asphalt

·         Served as Project Assistant on TCH 1 (7085, PTH 26 – PTH 13)

JKardesign

May 2017 - Present

Designer & Visual Storyteller

I am responsible for all facets of the business, from customer acquisition & retention, to business development & branding.

·         Worked with MWTPC to design company logo, website, website-copy, and business cards

·         Worked with Dark Lotus Drift Team as Team Photographer for major events

·         Worked with uPhoneiFix to design point of sale system and company logo

OSL Retail Services

May 2014 - June 2017

Store Manager & District Team Leader

I was responsible for directing and reviewing all aspects of store operations & sales, with a core focus on staff development through behavioral coaching. As District Team Leader I was responsible for training new Store Managers, along with ensuring the execution of company directives across all 15 stores.

·         Opened three new stores across BC

·         Achieved 100% in operations on all store audits

·         Generated detailed reports following weekly store visits as District Team Leader

·         Helped develop customer intercept program & business card generator

Glentel

August 2012 - May 2014

Assistant Manager

As the Assistant Store Manager, I worked alongside the Store Manager in directing and controlling all aspects of store operations including sales, customer service, recruitment, training, inventory management, accuracy of daily transactions, in-store merchandising, and staff development & motivation.