Joe De Lorenzo
Mulgrave,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Draftsman with extensive experience at Metricon Homes, excelling in AutoCAD and effective communication. Proven track record in delivering precise designs for homes and multi-unit developments while fostering collaboration among teams. Adept at managing timelines and adapting to client needs, ensuring project success and compliance with regulations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Draftsman
Metricon Homes
Mount Waverley, Victoria
03.2018 - Current
- Updated existing drawings following changes made during the design phase due to client requests or new regulations.
- Validated accuracy of final product against original specifications before submitting it for approval.
- Produced changes to standard drawings based on client variations.
- Consulted with sales representatives, pre-site managers, estimators, and customers regarding project details.
- Consulted with building surveyors, site managers, and engineers regarding project details.
- Developed a sound understanding of the Metricon process from the Preliminary and Contract stages through to the final plans and construction.
- Provided leadership and management to the drafting team as required.
- Provide training for new drafting team members.
- Fostered positive relationships with the operations manager, customer support managers, and all the pre-site managers.
Senior Draftsman
Spectrum Design Group (preivously Domus Design)
Carnegie, Victoria
08.2010 - 10.2017
- Designed and prepared drawings for multi-unit residential developments, for both town planning and construction.
- Designed and prepared drawings for one-off custom homes.
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors.
- Created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Maintained project schedules by managing timelines, and making proactive adjustments.
- Consulted with architects, customers, and vendors regarding project details.
- Reviewed project goals and objectives with the project manager and design team.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD.
- I participated in meetings with the municipal building department and other governing agency officials to coordinate approvals.
- Coordinated with clients, consultants, and contractors during construction bidding.
Senior Draftsman
AL Drafting & Design
Oakleigh, Victoria
04.1993 - 07.2010
- Worked with volume home builders, including Devine Homes, Porter Davis Homes, Henley Homes, DHA, and Metricon Homes.
- Maintained project schedules by managing timelines, and making proactive adjustments.
- Created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Produced changes to standard drawings based on client variations.
- Produced site plans with all relevant information ready for construction.
- Consulted with sales reps, sales coordinators, customers, and vendors regarding project details.
- Consulted with building surveyors, land surveyors, and engineers regarding project details.
Education
Associate Diploma - Architectural Drafting
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC06-1998
Skills
- AutoCAD & Revit software
- Knowledge of ResCode & BCA
- Effective communication
- Deadline adherence
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritisation
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Multitasking capacity
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- 2024 Victorian Operations Metro Drafting Team First Award
- 2024 Victorian Operations Metro – Overall Team First Award
Affiliations
- Coaching and playing hockey
- Photography
- Playing golf
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Draftsman
Metricon Homes
03.2018 - Current
Senior Draftsman
Spectrum Design Group (preivously Domus Design)
08.2010 - 10.2017
Senior Draftsman
AL Drafting & Design
04.1993 - 07.2010
Associate Diploma - Architectural Drafting
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE