Arijana Suvak
Sarajevo,Federation
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in sustainable development, energy efficiency, and renewable energy projects, this accomplished Architect and Project Manager brings expertise in architectural design, technical documentation, and construction supervision. Demonstrated success in managing EU-funded projects and conducting energy audits. Proficient in digital project management tools and BIM software and technologies. Extensive skill set includes strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and project supervision across multiple countries and disciplines.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Expert
REIC
04.2021 - Current
- Manage EU-funded projects focused on energy transition, efficiency, and renewable energy sources (RES)
- Develop strategic partnerships across the EU and Western Balkans
- Supervise and monitor implementation of multiple international projects, including Interreg Danube, Erasmus+, and Interreg MED initiatives
- Engage with local communities and authorities to identify funding opportunities and promote sustainability
- Lecturer in international summer schools on energy efficiency and RES
Project Manager
CETEOR
04.2021 - Current
- Lead EU-funded projects such as Buildskills Academy (Erasmus+) and ADDUPT
- Conduct detailed energy audits for public and private buildings in the Western Balkans (EBRD, UNDP)
- Develop feasibility studies and energy certifications
- Lecturer on energy efficiency in the construction sector
Architect Engineer
UNICEF
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: UNICEF Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Assessed 20 justice institutions for child-friendly interviewing rooms
- Developed technical documentation for refurbishment and equipping of facilities
- Managed tender documentation and quality assurance for construction works
- UNICEF Bosnia and Herzegovina
Architect Engineer
UNDP
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: UNDP Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Led technical upgrades of justice facilities and victim support offices
- Supervised quality assurance of kindergarten construction
- Developed architectural solutions for institutional projects
- UNDP Bosnia and Herzegovina
Associate Shelter Officer
UNOPS-UNHCR
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: UNOPS-UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland
- Implemented Refugee Housing Units (RHU) projects across Africa, Asia, and Europe
- Developed shelter training materials, guidelines, and infrastructure solutions
- Provided strategic support for UNHCR shelter operations and project planning
- UNOPS-UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland
Senior Architect
OSNAP
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Company Overview: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Designed and developed technical documentation for the Sports Hall in Visoko (2,000 sq
- M), awarded the Collegium Artisticum 2019 National Architecture Award
- Assessed 15 judicial institutions for the EU IPA Programme, preparing cost assessments and infrastructure proposals
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Senior Architect
Studio Ort
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Company Overview: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Led design and documentation for projects like the Unibristol Complex, Tuzla (32,000 sq
- M) and Park of B&H and Azerbaijan Friendship, Sarajevo (6,000 sq
- M)
- Won 2nd Prize in the Urban Design Competition for Fejiceva Street Redesign in Mostar
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Architect
Argentaria
04.2004 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Managed architectural projects, including the 'She is Smart' House (awarded the Academy of Sciences and Arts BiH Grand Prix) and the Avaz-Robot Complex, Tuzla (30,000 sq
- M)
- Supervised construction and prepared tender documentation for public and private buildings
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Education
Master of Science - Architecture
Architecture University
Sarajevo01.2004
Skills
- Management of EU-Funded Projects
- Project Feasibility Analysis
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Energy Efficiency Audits
- Energy Efficiency Certification
- RES System Integration
- Strategic Design Development
- Operational Oversight
- BIM Software Proficiency
- Adobe Photoshop Proficiency
- Experienced in MS Project Management
- Site analysis
- Construction documentation
- Interior design
- Technical architecture design
- Sustainable design snd building concepts
Lecturing And Publications
- Lecturer, International Summer School on Energy Transition, 2022-2023
- Speaker, Conference on Urban Planning & Regional Development, 2023
- Guest Lecturer, International University of Sarajevo, 2016-2018
Certification
- Authorized Energy Auditor & Certifier – Federal Ministry of Construction and Planning, FBiH
- Independent Designer & Technical Inspector – Ministry of Construction and Planning, RS
- Member of the Architecture Chamber – Federal Ministry of Construction and Planning FBiH
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Croatian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Technical Expert
REIC
04.2021 - Current
Project Manager
CETEOR
04.2021 - Current
Architect Engineer
UNICEF
03.2021 - 04.2022
Architect Engineer
UNDP
01.2021 - 12.2021
Associate Shelter Officer
UNOPS-UNHCR
01.2018 - 12.2020
Senior Architect
OSNAP
05.2013 - 11.2013
Senior Architect
Studio Ort
05.2013 - 11.2013
Architect
Argentaria
04.2004 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Architecture
Architecture University
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