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KAREEM SALEM

Greenacre

Summary

Passionate architect student with 3 years of experience within Australia’s dynamic construction industry. Seeking to build my career and experience within the construction industry as an architect. Possessing strong analytical and communication skills with an ambitious mindset and approach to work.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Construction Skilled Laborer

ETM Australia
  • Work with designers and builders to review building designs
  • Responsible with managing the client and stakeholder meetings and approval of documentation
  • Attending different types of residential and commercial building sites in NSW
  • Committed to working at hospitals, big commercial buildings, aged cares, apartment buildings, Navy barracks, residential homes
  • Made sure work was completed, doing overtime if needed to complete set tasks
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
  • Managing other labourers on site.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.

Junior Support Architect

Tecton Group
  • Committed to work experience with Tecton Group, working under the guidance of senior architects and project managers
  • Assisting senior designers with critical plans
  • Attended client meetings with senior architects and project managers
  • Gathered information from clients (client brief) and passed on information to senior architects for review and approval
  • Assisted with time management of multiple projects, completing required documentation for council approval
  • Creating and refining design concepts under supervision of senior architects
  • Familiarised myself with architectural software (ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, BIM).
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
  • Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.
  • Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
  • Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
  • Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.

Business Owner

Pressure Washing Services
12.2022 - Current
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.

Education

High School Certificate -

Al Noori Muslim College

Diploma of Building and Design -

TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Computer/IT skills
  • Communication skills
  • Outcomes focused
  • Attention to detail
  • Quick learner
  • Fluent in English
  • Team coordination skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Team orientated
  • Being able to think outside the box
  • Willing to accept and take responsibility for mistakes
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Project Management
  • Quality Control
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Code Compliance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Player

Personal Information

Title: Junior Architect

References

References to be provided upon request.

sponsors

My business was one of many to sponsor the State Emergency Services (SES)

Timeline

Business Owner

Pressure Washing Services
12.2022 - Current

Construction Skilled Laborer

ETM Australia

Junior Support Architect

Tecton Group

High School Certificate -

Al Noori Muslim College

Diploma of Building and Design -

TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

University of Technology Sydney

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