Meet Tomislav Tomljenovic C.Tech.
Structural Drafting/Building Design Division Manager

Associate II

In the ever-evolving landscape of Architectural Technology and design, it's the blend of innovative thinking and a strong sense of community that sets leaders apart. Tomislav, with an impressive background in Architectural Technology from Fanshawe College, where he graced the Dean's Honors List, is one such leader at Strik Baldinelli Moniz Ltd. (SBM). As a company shareholder, and the Structural Drafting/Building Design Division Manager, Tomislav has played a pivotal role in steering diverse projects across Ontario, ranging from commercial, institutional, or multi-unit residential projects, all the way through intricate industrial facilities.

In this spotlight feature, we delve into Tomislav's life, his journey at SBM, and what fuels his passion for Building design.

Q&A WITH TOMISLAV

01. Tell us a bit about you

I've been married to my beautiful wife Kerri for 10 years, and we have 3 active kids. 1 boy, our oldest, and 2 girls. I enjoy spending my free time with family, attending my kids sporting events, and staying active while leading a healthy lifestyle. Mainly, my hobbies include going to the gym or spending time outdoors - camping, hunting, and fishing. I started working at SBM in 2010, as the first Structural designer/draftsperson on staff full time. As one of only 6 or 7 employees at that time, I have been fortunate to see SBM grow into the multi-disciplinary firm with 130+ staff we are today.

02. How has your role evolved since you joined the team?

My role has evolved quite significantly. Starting out, I was the only designer preparing our structural drawings. I had to lead projects, prepare drawings, attend to sites, and help develop our company drafting standards. As we grew, there was a need to add additional members to the design and drafting team. I began to oversee, train and manage a handful of team members. As we grew into multi-disciplinary offerings, my role evolved further still into leading small, medium and large multi-disciplinary projects through concept development, building design, municipal approvals, and prime consulting. I now oversee a team of 11 Technicians and Technologists who act as both our firms structural drafting team and building design group.

03. What do you love most about your job?

I love the variety of projects we take on, big and small. There is always something to challenge you, and you can always learn something new. I also love seeing our projects come to life . It's a great feeling to have buildings throughout our community I remember myself and my team working on. Pointing these out to friends and family, while seeing people actively living and working in these spaces is something that keeps me motivated each and every day."

We are profoundly grateful to Tomislav for sharing his personal and professional journey with us. His dedication and innovative approach in leading the Structural Drafting/Building Design Division at SBM not only reflect his professional prowess but also his commitment to nurturing growth and excellence within the team.

To learn more about our dedicated team and their remarkable contributions, visit Our Leadership page!