Kathreen Butrus
AMBARVALE
Summary
Accomplished Kitchen and Bath Designer, adept in AutoCAD and client consultations, significantly enhanced customer satisfaction through creative, functional designs. Excelled in project management, seamlessly integrating interior design principles with practical needs, achieving and surpassing sales goals. Proven track record in budgeting, space planning, and fostering vendor relationships, ensuring quality and efficiency.
Adaptable and resourceful professional with experience in dynamic construction environment. Developed skills in project coordination, safety management, and team collaboration. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can drive success and efficiency.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen and Bath Designer
Bunnings Warehouse
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalised kitchen and bath design solutions.
- Conducted thorough site evaluations to identify potential challenges and incorporate necessary adjustments into project plans.
- Optimised use of space in kitchen and bath designs by incorporating creative storage solutions.
- Built strong relationships with vendors, ensuring high-quality products at competitive prices.
- Delivered functional yet aesthetically pleasing designs by balancing client preferences with practical considerations such as budget constraints or architectural limitations.
- Utilised 3D rendering software to create realistic visualisations of proposed designs, aiding in client decision-making processes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining keen attention to detail throughout all stages of the design process.
- Coordinated with installation teams to address any on-site issues promptly, ensuring minimal delays and maximum client satisfaction.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales goals through a combination of exceptional design skills and attentive customer service.
Site Supervisor Intern
Oryta Homes PTY LTD
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Observed and supported in managing subcontractor relationships, negotiating contracts and monitoring their performance for quality assurance purposes.
- Observed and supported in optimising resource allocation, ensuring efficient use of materials and labor while minimising waste.
- Accompany the site supervisor on walkthroughs and inspections to ensure work meets building codes and quality standards.
- Assist with permits, contracts, and compliance paperwork related to hiring trades and following building regulations.
- Gained experience collaborating with engineers and architects to develop comprehensive plans that met client specifications and adhered to local building codes.
- Gained experience in maintaining accurate records of project milestones, deliverables, expenses, and other relevant information for easy reference during audits or reviews.
- Assisted in budget management, tracking expenses and identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality.
Education
Bachelor of Design in Architecture - Architecture
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW03-2025
Skills
- Client consultation
- Budgeting and estimating
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Space planning
- Rhino Software
- SketchUp expertise
- Adobe Software
- Interior design principles
- Building codes
- 3D rendering software
- Design process
- Project management
Timeline
Site Supervisor Intern
Oryta Homes PTY LTD
04.2024 - 09.2024
Kitchen and Bath Designer
Bunnings Warehouse
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Design in Architecture - Architecture
University of Technology Sydney
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