Dhvani Modi
MELBOURNE
Summary
Experienced Statutory Planner with a focus on Planning Permit Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement, and Technical Report Writing. Skilled in managing diverse planning applications while ensuring compliance with Victorian planning provisions.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
STATUTORY PLANNER
BAW BAW SHIRE
MELBOURNE
05.2023 - Current
- Assessed diverse planning permit applications for residential, commercial, industrial, and rural developments.
- Prepared comprehensive delegate reports to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Issued notices of decision for planning permits and established permit conditions.
- Interpreted and applied Victorian planning provisions, municipal planning strategy, and planning policy framework.
- Evaluated planning applications against zoning overlays and specific provisions.
- Drafted requests for further information, identifying planning issues and legislative requirements.
- Conducted detailed site inspections to inform planning assessments and ensure compliance.
- Coordinated referrals with servicing authorities and internal council departments to streamline application processes.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding planning processes. and provide timely planning advice.
- Prioritize competing workloads while consistently achieving statutory timeframes.
Design Consultant
Burdens Bathrooms
MELBOURNE
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Liaised with builders, architects, and developers to ensure design integrity on residential and commercial projects.
- Managed project documentation and communication with stakeholders to streamline compliance and approval processes.
- Coordinated project delivery, aligning timelines with client expectations and ensuring on-time completion.
Senior Designer
Graphite Design Studio
India
10.2016 - 02.2018
- Directed residential, industrial, and commercial design projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with client vision.
- Mentored junior designers on design principles and workflows, enhancing team capabilities and project outcomes.
- Conducted design reviews to guarantee quality and brand standards compliance.
- Managed multiple projects under tight deadlines and budget constraints, delivering successful results within established parameters.
INTERIOR DESIGNER AND 3D VISUALISER
ELEGANT DESIGN ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY
OMAN
2015 - 2016
- Executed schematic design and layout planning, presenting viable options to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
- Coordinated with MEP consultants to prepare detailed electrical false ceiling, elevation, furniture, and working drawings for seamless integration.
- Managed installation of design components alongside stakeholders.
- Oversaw installation of design components in collaboration with stakeholders as needed.
Education
Master of Urban Planning And Environment -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Interior Architecture
MSU
India05-2011
Skills
- Permit assessment
- Victorian Planning Provisions
- Planning & Environment Act 1987
- Land use planning
- Zoning assessment
- Site Inspections
- Planning Policy Interpretation
- Referral coordination
- Technical Report Writing
- Report writing
- Time Management
- Customer Service
Technical Skills
- ArcGIS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Photoshop
- Revit
- 3ds Max
Timeline
STATUTORY PLANNER
BAW BAW SHIRE
05.2023 - Current
Design Consultant
Burdens Bathrooms
09.2019 - 04.2023
Senior Designer
Graphite Design Studio
10.2016 - 02.2018
INTERIOR DESIGNER AND 3D VISUALISER
ELEGANT DESIGN ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY
2015 - 2016
Master of Urban Planning And Environment -
RMIT University
Bachelor of Science - Interior Architecture
MSU