Profile
Formally trained Architect , and fully qualified Carpenter with over 15 years of experience. Highly motivated and passionate about the delivery of high quality projects for both client and employer alike, with an emphasis on effective communication and satisfaction throughout the whole process.
Experience
2009 - (OCT/NOV)
ASSISTANT ARCHITECT / DRAUGHTSMAN, GRIMAUD - VAR, FRANCE
Preliminary and developed design of residential projects using ArchiCad software.
2008-2009 - Graduate Architect, dave pearson architects Ltd. auckland, new zealand
Residential and commercial projects. Heritage restoration work. Preliminary and developed design including full project documentation and detailing with ArchiCad software. Liaising with project clients. Project Management; including Tendering, Contract Formation, Administration & Observation.
2003-2008 - Bachelor of architecture student, Unitec auckland, new zealand
Awarded Architecture scholarship to study abroad 2006.
2006 - One Semester at CEPT University, Ahmenabad India. (Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology) - Low-Income community housing design.
2007 - One semester at Tecnologico de Monterrey - Monterrey Mexico - Sustainable low-income housing design for urban densification.
2001-2002 - contract carpenter, wingnut films, masterton new zealand
Semi-commercial multi-million dollar housing project for Peter Jackson (Director of The Lord of The Rings)
2001 - Trained in canadian log building techniques, radomske log building, kelowna BC Canada
Trained and built two log homes using the modern industry standard ‘Saddle Notch’ technique as developed by Del Radomske.
1999-2000 - Self employed contract carpenter, san sebastian, spain
Contract carpenter for all facets of joinery fit-out for commercial and residential buildings.
1998-1999 - contract carpenter, australia
Contract carpenter for residential and light commercial timber framed buildings - Gold Coast, Queensland Australia
Contract carpenter for large commercial buildings, Sydney New South Wales
1996-1997 - employed carpenter, Kochel am see, bavaria germany
Employed carpenter for residential and commercial fit-outs.
1995-1996 - carpenter, hawaii & B.c. canada
Employed carpenter for residential housing and yachting fit-outs.
1994 - student - intermediate year of architecture, massey university; palmerston north new zealand
1991-1993 -carpenter/apprentice carpenter, bridgeman builders, hastings new zealand
1987-1990 - apprentice carpenter,mcmillan & lockwiid LTD. palmerston north new zealand
Trained in all aspects of commercial and residential construction
Education
2003-2008 - Bachelor of Architecture, Unitec Auckland, New Zealand
1989-1990 -Advanced Trade Certificate (carpentry), Open Polytechnic, Wellington New Zealand
1986-1988 -Trade Certificate (carpentry), Manawatu polytechnic, Palmerston North New Zealand
Skills
Preliminary and developed design sketches and presentation drawings.
Project management of residential projects.
Articulation of specific heritage detailing and construction.
An in depth understanding of the construction process which allows for a more accurate and efficient project delivery.
Fully conversant with ArchiCad software as well as photoshop and Microsoft Office.
Strong communication skills.
Open and friendly personality who is able relate well with other team/project members.
Personal
I have a great appreciation for sustainable architecture as it relates to both modern and vernacular living and the sensitivity required when implementing both applications into our environment.
I am a UK citizen, conversant in Spanish and have basic French & German.
Referrals
Arne Cobb, (Senior Architect) Dave Pearson Architects Ltd. - Auckland New Zealand. (Tel: 0064 9 845 8544)
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