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| Desired Industry: Architecture/Interior Design |
SpiderID: 27932 |
| Desired Job Location: Dallas, Texas |
Date Posted: 7/26/2009 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: Right now |
| Desired Wage: 45000 to 55000 |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Experienced with over 2 years experience |
Willing to Travel: Yes, 25-50% |
| Highest Degree Attained: Bachelors |
Willing to Relocate: No Preference |
Objective:
I am a talented designer focused on efficiency, accuracy and results. I can adapt to changing circumstances and I am comfortable making any decisions necessary to deal with unanticipated problems. I feel most challenged when handling unpredictable and difficult situations and effectively negotiating my way through them. I have an excellent memory of facts that allows me to respond quickly to the needs of my work. I am looking for the next level of responsibility.
Experience:
Professional Experience
DSA Architects International (Europe, Africa, Middle East)
June 2007 – February 2009
AutoCAD Operator
Luxury Commercial Buildings
Responsible for the creation and maintenance of architectural documentation from scheme design through to released construction drawings. Provided these deliverables for numerous luxury resort developments in the United Arab Emirates from the Africa based branch of DSA. The scope of work on all projects included Autocad drawings, Excel schedules and coordination with various external consultants, maintenance, corrections and revision control.
-Excellent time management - never missed a deadline.
-Scheduled and recorded team meetings.
-Excellent competence with Autocad for speed and accuracy.
-Delivered results with minimum supervision.
-Upload finished drawings to FTP site for consultant and contractors information.
-Maintain consistency with drawings from multiple trade disciplines.
-Ensure application of company standards and protocols.
-Redlined team drawings for detail and accuracy.
-Proactive communicator and team contributor.
-Prepared to invest personal time for professional development.
Gary Louw Architects
August 2006 – December 2006
AutoCAD Operator
Custom Residences
A medium sized firm specializing in high-end residential developments and private custom homes. My scope of work included converting concept designs into Local Authority documentation suitable for submission and construction. Compiling site development plans for estate and Local Authority approval. Meeting with clients to finalize design criteria.
-Applying Government eco-conscious guidelines while maintaining design integrity.
-Adept at managing employee turnover.
-Design of lighting, electrical, furniture and kitchen layouts to meet client preferences and ergonomic standards.
Grace Design
January 2003 – July 2006
AutoCAD Operator
Custom Residences and Alterations
A small firm specializing in the design of new custom residences and alterations. Alterations ranged from minor works to demolition and rebuilding of residences and small office applications. Compiled Autocad drawings from sketch design as well as organizing and running the office. Supervised on-site work with responsibility for all matters pertaining to Local Authority requirements, client interaction and on-site management. Progressed from being a junior staff member to an integral part of the business.
-Submission of drawings to Local Authorities with follow up to receive required approval.
-Issue final drawings for client sign off and construction.
-Taking of on-site measurements to create Autocad as-built drawings.
-Routine maintenance of office equipment (plotter, fax and copier).
-Lead negotiator for clients, contractors and Local Authority.
-Autocad and protocol instruction for new employees.
-Sourcing manufacturers to satisfy specific client requirements.
-Consistent client satisfaction with work delivered.
Education:
Interior Design Graduate - Design Centre, College of Design (Johannesburg, South Africa). Four year college program accredited by Nottingham Trent University, UK.
High School Diploma – Damien High School (La Verne, California).
-Advanced Placement scholar.
-Honor roll student.
-3.6 GPA
Skills:
Autodesk
-Autocad 2002, 2006, 2007, 2008
-Revit
Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Office
-Excel
-Word
-Outlook
Additional Information:
Awards
-CEO recognition for managing corporate charity activities.
-Winner of the Sasol Wax and Arts Festival Competition for Art Gallery traffic flow and exhibit design.
-Finalist for the Elle Magazine competition “SOLVE/SIT/SLEEP” for furniture design-multifunctional sleeper couch.
-Selected by exclusive art gallery “Merely Mortal” for chair design showcase.
Reference:
Available upon request.
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