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Ben Najman

Summary

Dynamic Director with a proven track record in developing innovative house designs while self-employed. Expert in project management and budget control, successfully coordinating multiple projects and negotiating contracts. Known for strategic planning and achieving client satisfaction through effective vendor management and goal-oriented strategies.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Najman Architects Pty Ltd
01.2008 - Current
  • Led design projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications and industry standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative architectural solutions, enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction.
  • Conducted comprehensive site analyses to inform design decisions, ensuring optimal integration of structures within environments.
  • Developed comprehensive construction documents, streamlining communication between architects, engineers, and contractors.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Devised innovative strategies to reduce construction costs while meeting strict quality standards.
  • Inspected contractor and sub-contractor work to verify construction met quality standards and complied with building codes.

Design Director

Hau Najman Architects Pty Ltd
09.2003 - 01.2008
  • Implemented user-cantered design principles to improve product usability and customer satisfaction.

Student Architect

Brian Meyerson Architects (MHN Design Union)
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Developed architectural plans using Cad software for single and multi-residential projects.
  • Collaborated with project teams to develop design details and specifications.
  • Conducted site analyses to assess environmental impact and zoning regulations for proposed projects.

Student Architect

Flower and Samios Architects Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 12.1998

Cad services for 3d design and documentation for visualisation for medium density projects

Student Architect

PDT Architects
01.1995 - 12.1995

Assisted architects and support staff with administration and drafting for architectural projects.

Education

Master of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01-2000

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01-1998

Bachelor of Arts - Architecture

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
01-1995

Bachelor of Business (Hosp Man) -

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
06-1994

Skills

  • Project management
  • Strategies and goals
  • Project coordination
  • Budget control
  • Budget management
  • Contract and vendor management
  • Contract negotiation

Affiliations

  • Registered architect with in QLD 2002 to 2025
  • Registered open builder with QBCC

Awards

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE — MULTIPLE HOUSING

Castle Street, Kedron, by Najman Architects Pty Ltd


A fresh and unique approach to a small scale suburban infill development. By the clever exploitation of external space, natural light and ventilation, the architects have created a delightful pair of houses responding to site context and environment. Experimentation and risk taking is not often seen in commercial developments and they are to be congratulated on their initiative.

Timeline

Director

Najman Architects Pty Ltd
01.2008 - Current

Design Director

Hau Najman Architects Pty Ltd
09.2003 - 01.2008

Student Architect

Brian Meyerson Architects (MHN Design Union)
01.2001 - 12.2003

Student Architect

Flower and Samios Architects Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 12.1998

Student Architect

PDT Architects
01.1995 - 12.1995

Master of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney

Bachelor of Arts - Architecture

Queensland University of Technology

Bachelor of Business (Hosp Man) -

University of Queensland
Ben Najman