Technical Manager- Residential

• Mar 2022 - Present

Technical Manager – Residential New Zealand Green Building Council, New Zealand • Led technical tool review, and improvements. -This includes Energy and Carbon Calculator, Embodied Carbon Calculator, Daylight and Water calculator, etc. • A principal collaborator in developing Green Building standards and requirements for sustainability and carbon management toward net-zero outcomes. • Writing and updating technical manuals, guidance documents and reports. • Conducted research to advise and consult on carbon, energy, waste, water, materials, health and comfort, transportation, renewable energy, and supply chain issues related to sustainability, Greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. • Developed course content and materials. • Delivered and facilitated technical training. • Managed and co-ordinated projects e.g., developed and delivered sustainability benchmarks for the Pacific within project budget and timelines. • Provided mentorship and training for internal sustainability team. • Managed over 40 external technical professionals (including assessors and designers) and projects. • Professional development and thought leadership. • Managed principal account(s) and relationship of clients and industry experts. • Engaged with both internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis and managed the Green Building Council's relationship with the sector. Show less

Course Leader & Lecturer

• Mar 2021 - Present

• Module leader & Lecturer (Construction Technology: Industrial & Commercial Building 1 and 2).

Doctoral Researcher

• Oct 2018 - Apr 2023

PhD Thesis: Exploring the Passive House Framework in Cooling Dominated Climates. Conference Papers:• A Parametric Study of Passive House Design in a Sub-tropical Climate. Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference. Adeyina, D., Anderson, T., & Ghaffarian Hoseini, A. (2021). • A Parametric Study of Passive House Strategies in a Cooling Dominated Climate – A Case Study of Algeria. 7th New Zealand Built Environment Symposium (NZBERS). The Architectural Science Association (ANZAScA). Adeyina, D., Anderson, T., & Ghaffaria Hoseini, A. (2022). • The Passive House in a Cooling Dominated Climate- A Case Study of Singapore. Asia-Pacific Solar Research Conference. Adeyina, D. L., Anderson, T., & Ghaffarian Hoseini, A. (2022). Show less

Teaching Assistant

• Mar 2019 - Jun 2021

Facilitator for Construction planning, Thermodynamics, and heat transfer modules.

Sustainability Engineer & Advisor

• Jan 2017 - Jul 2018

• Developed sustainable initiatives to reduce construction carbon footprint. • Developed a sustainable waste management system for construction sites. • Monitored industry best practices in resource efficiency and identification of most efficient methods for sustainability analyses. • Promoted energy, water, and waste management along with the “Center of Excellence” team • Prepared over 10 proposals on practical Sustainability initiatives most feasible in the construction industry in Africa. • Consulted and engaged with clients on behalf of project team for updates on project milestones and snags resolution. Show less

Energy & Sustainability Consultant

• Jul 2016 - Jan 2018

• Developed energy-efficient and sustainable initiatives for residential buildings. • Reviewed building plans and determined automated solutions to be deployed based on building construction requirement and client’s specification. • Designed energy-efficient solutions for existing buildings incorporating automated systems (LUTRON). • Managing accounts from the point of sale through installation/activation, ensuring quality service/customer satisfaction. • Developed energy-efficient and sustainable initiatives for residential buildings. • Reviewed building plans and determined automated solutions to be deployed based on building construction requirement and client’s specification. • Designed energy-efficient solutions for existing buildings incorporating automated systems (LUTRON). • Managing accounts from the point of sale through installation/activation, ensuring quality service/customer satisfaction.

Projects - Renewable Energy Consultant

• Oct 2015 - Jun 2016

• Led a dedicated team of 5 to install renewable energy hybrid system for designated clients. • Designed and implemented energy management strategy across clients’ businesses. • Prepared daily status report from designated sites on behalf of project management team which increased team's productivity by 20%. • Conducted Energy audits and analysis. • Supervised engineers and technicians to ensure compliance with designated guidelines. • Developed stakeholder engagement strategy for easy communications and quick resolution of projects snags. Show less

Environmental Assistant

• Sep 2014 - Dec 2014