Ivan Puhach
Dundee,United Kingdom
Summary
Structural engineering background with practical exposure to professional engineering environments and collaborative project work. Experienced in engaging with engineers, contributing to technical discussions, and operating effectively in team-based settings. Brings a curious, driven approach with strong people skills and a clear focus on learning through real projects and on-site experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen porter
Tony Macaroni
Dundee, Angus
2025.09 - Current
- Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by thesupervising chef or manager.
- Swept and mopped floors at theend of shifts to ensure atidy workspace thenext day.
- Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
- Maintained thecleanliness of thebin area by regularly removing rubbish.
- Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect oneself and others from harm.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
- Unloaded deliveries and stored items in designated areas for easy access.
Architectural intern
Ryder Architecture
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Supported design teams with drawings and visual material aligned with project requirements.
- Contributed to interior design development for public spaces, including educational and community environments.
- Assisted in space planning and layout design for volunteering facilities and school classrooms.
- Gained practical experience working across different stages of the design process.
Volunteering
ijgd – International Youth Workcamps
Bielefeld, Germany
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Renovated children’s playground as part of an international workcamp, enhancing community recreation space
- Collaborated with local workers and international students, fostering cross-cultural teamwork
- Executed basic construction, cleaning, painting, and site preparation to support project completion
- Followed safety guidelines and contributed to daily tasks and organisation
Architectural intern
Ryder Architecture
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Assisted with massing studies and layout planning to enhance spatial coherence in large-scale projects.
- Supported design development by creating basic models and conducting spatial analysis to inform project direction.
- Worked with project teams to understand scale, form, and early-stage architectural concepts.
- Enhanced understanding of design workflows and collaborative studio practice through active participation in studio sessions.
Education
Undergraduate - Structural Engineering with Architecture
University of Dundee
Dundee, United Kingdom 2023.09 -
Secondary education - undefined
Alva Academy
Alva, United Kingdom 2022.08 - 2023.06
Secondary education - undefined
Sumy Region Bording School for Talanted and Creative Children
Sumy, Ukraine 2019.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Comfortable communicating with new people in professional and informal settings
- Quick to learn and adapt in new environments
- Enjoy working in teams and meeting people from different backgrounds
- Actively interested in engineering practice and real-world applications
- Happy to take part in meetings, site visits, and field-based work
- Able to listen, ask questions, and engage in technical discussions
- Reliable and organised, able to balance work experience with studies
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ukrainian
Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Proficient (C2)
Affiliations
- Drawing and visual arts – completed formal art education at Sumy Regional Lysenko Art School, developing strong visual awareness and creative discipline. Link: https://youtu.be/38rEWIsUizE
- Ukrainian folk dancing – over 13 years of experience performing in group ensembles, building teamwork, coordination, and physical discipline. Link: https://www.instagram.com/ensemble.sonechko/?hl=uk
Timeline
Kitchen porter
Tony Macaroni
2025.09 - Current
Volunteering
ijgd – International Youth Workcamps
2024.07 - 2024.08
Architectural intern
Ryder Architecture
2024.06 - 2024.07
Undergraduate - Structural Engineering with Architecture
University of Dundee
2023.09 -
Architectural intern
Ryder Architecture
2023.07 - 2023.07
Secondary education - undefined
Alva Academy
2022.08 - 2023.06
Secondary education - undefined
Sumy Region Bording School for Talanted and Creative Children
2019.09 - 2023.06