Nora Shoshtari

Collaborating with structural engineers and drafting team on modelling, delivering detailed drawings by using Revit, and coordinating with architectural plans to ensure seamless project integration.

• As a freelance graduate architect, I manage projects from schematic design to construction drawings, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering strong client relationships through tailored solutions and clear communication.
• Liaised with local councils regarding DA lodgments and prepared relevant application forms.
• Identified prime property investment locations, assessing market trends and returns.
• Developed alteration and renovation plans for residential properties, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and the LEP.
• Curated material and colour schemes to align with design objectives and client preferences.
• Selected furniture and fixtures to complement architectural designs and create cohesive interior spaces.
• Sourced clients, built relationships, and maintained rapport to drive business growth.
• Conducted cost estimations and managed budgets to ensure project feasibility and financial efficiency.

• Independently developed Revit construction docs for Meriton George St. incl. internal & ceiling plans.
• Worked with HVAC and construction managers to address design and construction challenges.
• Collaborated with team members to deliver documentation on time, reporting to the Head of Design and attending weekly meetings.

• Created tender & construction docs using Revit.
• Assisted in schematic design for education projects alongside the project architect.
• Worked with suppliers, engineers, and consultants to overcome project challenges.
• Created presentation images using Lumion, Enscape, & Adobe.
• Managed Revit central files to meet the deadlines.
• Modeled landscapes and created families in Revit.
• Ensured design compliance with BCA & Australian Standards.
• Collaborated effectively via Microsoft Teams remotely.
• Joined the APE study group, studied PALS modules, & learned procurement & contract admin processes.
• Delivered Tender and construction docs for Epping & Canterbury South Public Schools upgrade.
• Finalized schematic design for Croydon PLC’s Science building, and contributed to Baulkham Hills Waves Aquatic Centre & Aquatopia redevelopment.

• Produced DA, CC, & CDC plans, including kitchen and wet area plans, applying client variations.
• Used AutoCAD & Revit for documentation, handling a high volume of jobs.
• Addressed construction issues autonomously, integrating feedback & informing the drafting team.
• Collaborated with estimating, colour, engineers, pre-construction, and drafting teams.
• Focused on residential construction documentation from sketch to CC or CDC stage.
• Organized documents in hard copy and digital formats.