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Craig Rice

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Senior Architectural professional with robust background in managing and executing diverse design projects. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that all phases of development align with client goals and regulatory requirements. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to evolving project needs while maintaining focus on achieving outstanding results.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Architect

Self Employed
01.2008 - Current

Employment History

Papapetrou Rice Architecture Pty Ltd

January 2008 - Present

Manager/Project Architect of my own architectural practice.

Duties performed:

Design /Design Development.
Contract Documentation.
Construction Detailing.
Contract Administration.

Coordination of all consultants and disciplines.
Responsible for the delivery of all AFC packages.

Preparation of town planning documentation and packages in preparation for submission to council.
Team project meetings and staff workload programming and deliverables.

General day to day management requirements for an architectural practice.

  • Extensive luxury residential and commercial projects.

dKO Architects

2006 - 2008

Employed as 2IC/Lead Project Architect.

Duties performed:

Design Development.

Construction Detailing.

Co-ordination of external consultants and construction documentation.

Liaise directly with clients throughout the entire delivery phase.

Architectural team programming.

  • 2IC for Alto Apartments (187 Apartments/$50 Million.)
  • Project Architect for Doncaster Hill Apartments (110 Apartments/$35 Million.)
  • Project Architect for Tullamarine Hotel (289 Rooms 4.5 Star Hotel/$45 Million.)

I2C Architects

2005 - 2006

Employed as Lead Project Architect.

Duties performed:

Design Development.

Construction Detailing.

Co-ordination of external consultants and construction documentation.

  • Project Architect for Langwarrin Shopping Centre - Redevelopment.

Mirvac / HPA Architects

2001 - 2006

Employed as Lead Project Architect/Associate.

Duties performed:

Design Development.

Construction Detailing.

Co-ordination of external consultants and construction documentation.

Responsible for the delivery of all Off Site Activity Packages & AFC packages.

Involved with the Town Planning process specific to medium density packages.

Liaise and respond to Mirvac Construction during the Construction phase.

  • 2IC for Tower 4, Yarras Edge. (109 Apartments/ $51 Million.)
  • 2IC for Abingdon Apartments.(64 Apartments/$30 Million.)
  • Project Architect for Lorne Apartments. (42 Apartments/ $19 Million.)
  • Project Architect for Como SY21-(58 Apartments/ $23 Million).

Prior and Cheney Architects

2000 - 2001

Employed as Project Architect/Senior Draftsperson.

Duties performed:

Design Development.

Construction Detailing.

Co-ordination of external consultants and construction documentation.

Responsible for the delivery of all AFC packages.

Involved with the Town Planning process specific to sports and aquatic centres.

  • 2IC for Knox Leisureworks - Sports & Aquatic Centre Redevelopment. ($ 25 Million)
  • Project Architect for Packer Park Pavillion - Redevelopment/Upgrade of existing Sporting Pavilion, City of Glen Eira ($ 3Million)
  • Senior Draftsperson for Nepean Country Club Resort - Development of new Leisure Precinct incorporating new Leisure pool and Gymnasium facility($ 3Million).
  • Senior Draftsperson for Seymour Aquatic Centre - Redevelopment of existing Sports Pavillion to incorporate new Leisure pool and Gymnasium Facilities, Mitchell Shire Council($ 3Million).

National Travel

1998 - 1999

During the period commencing November 1998 to December 1999, my partner and I travelled around Australia.

Mirvac / HPA Architects

1996 - 1998

Employed as Project Architect.

Duties performed:

Design Development.

Construction Detailing.

Co-ordination of external consultants and construction documentation.

Responsible for the delivery of all Off Site Activity Packages & AFC packages.

Involved with the Town Planning process specific to medium density packages.

Liaise and respond to Mirvac Construction during the Construction phase.

  • Project Architect for High Rise apartments at Beacon Cove Block C (60 Apartments/$ 35 Million).

Hames Sharley Architects

1994 - 1996

Employed as Senior Draftsperson.

Duties performed:

Design Development
Contract Documentation
Construction Detailing.
Coordination of all consultants and disciplines.
Liaise and respond to the Construction program during the Construction phase.

  • The Glen Shopping Centre - Redevelopment Glen Waverley.
    I worked on this project for 14 months. The final six months were spent on site, during which time I was second in charge to the Project Architect.
  • Townsville Retail Development-Townsville
  • Como Cinema Complex - Como Centre, South Yarra.

International Travel

1992 - 1993

During the period commencing May 1992 to December 1993, my partner and I travelled overseas on a working holiday.

Bruce Henderson Architects

1989 - 1992

Employed as Junior Draftsperson.

Duties performed:

Contract Documentation.

Presentation drawings.

Projects:

  • New Office Building- 479 St.Kilda Road, Melbourne.
  • New Office Building- 607 St.Kilda Road, Melbourne.
  • New Office Building- 570 St.Kilda Road, Melbourne.
  • Mercy Hospital - St.Marys Refurbishment.
  • Royal Womens Hospital Swimming pool enclosure.
  • Kazbar Restaurant - 481 Chapel Street, South Yarra.
  • Midtown Plaza- Building Refurbishment, Melbourne.
  • Somerley Carpark- New 8 level underground carpark Bourke Street, Melbourne.
  • The Oakford Melbourne New 5 Star Hotel Building, 111 Little Collins Street Melbourne.
    I worked on this project for 18 months.The final 9 months were spent on site, during which time I was second in charge to the Project Architect.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Building Design - Architectural Drafting

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
01-1992

Skills

  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities
  • Extensive employment experience, in addition to running my own architectural practice have equipped me with enhanced oral and written communication skills, the ability to work as an individual and within a team environment, inclusive of mentoring
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Consistently builds a fantastic rapport with builders and site personal to achieve mutual goals

Timeline

Project Architect

Self Employed
01.2008 - Current

Advanced Diploma in Building Design - Architectural Drafting

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Craig Rice