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Tafadzwa Tafadzwa

Tafadzwa Tafadzwa

Camberwell,Victoria

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level graduate architect/draftsperson position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Gradate Architect(Freelance)

Tribbeca Constructions
Melbourne, VIC
01.2023 - Current
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Meet with clients to determine objectives and requirements for structures.
  • Managing design projects from concept development through to completion.
  • Developing and presenting project proposals .
  • Adjusting designs and plans to meet client's needs.
  • Adjusting designs and plans to meet 6 start ratings.
  • Preparing drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
  • Ensure that all works are carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines and regulations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Graduate Architect

Spaces Design
Melbourne, VIC
05.2022 - Current
  • Inspected contractor and sub-contractor work to verify construction met quality standards and complied with building codes.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to improve structure sustainability and design.
  • Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
  • Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
  • Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
  • Prepared detailed fee estimates used to coordinate with architect-engineering firms for design services.
  • Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations to scrutinize projects against established architectural criteria.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
  • Keep abreast with latest developments in 3D design.
  • Managing projects and iTWOcx experienced.
  • Coordinating and documenting of interior design concepts.
  • Site measure up, drone laser measuring.
  • Designed lighting systems for buildings by considering energy efficiency, task lighting and ambient lighting.
  • Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
  • Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
  • Rig models and characters for animation
  • Create, design and document internal joinery, Revit model and design in-place.

Disability Support Worker

Able Australia
Melbourne, VIC
06.2020 - 06.2022

Graduate Architect

Allimages Architects
Melbourne, VIC
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Determined project costs and made adjustments to keep projects within budget.
  • Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
  • Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
  • Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations to scrutinize projects against established architectural criteria.
  • Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.

Draftsperson

Aujard Rodney & Associates
Melbourne, VIC
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Modified designs to correct operating deficiencies and reduce production problems.
  • Calculated mathematical formulae to develop and design detailed specifications for components and machinery with computer assistance.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Estimating material costs.
  • Apply building permits
  • Carry out inspections of buildings and building
  • Provided drafting support to civil engineering staff.
  • Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.

Counter Manager

Myer Melbourne
08.2015 - 09.2021

Draftsperson

ATN Drafting Designing Services
04.2018 - 10.2020
  • Tracked team work hours and submitted documentation.
  • Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
  • Created designs and blueprints using AUTOCAD according to customer specifications, timelines and supply inventories.
  • Created CAD models and drawings for residential designs.
  • Drawing sketches, plans, and designs.
  • Revit and ArchiCAD documentation.
  • Identified potential operational issues and redesigned products to improve functionality.
  • Rendered schematics for over 3 designs in Revit to produce 2D and 3D models.

Education

MASTERS OF DESIGN - Design And Visual Communications (building )

Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
11.2020

BACHELOR OF DESIGN (ARCHITECTURE) - Architecture

Deakin University
Geelong, VIC
10.2018

Diploma - Architectural Technology

Limkokwing University of Creative Technology,
Malysia
07.2014

Certificate IV - MIBT Certificate IV IN FOUNDATION STUDIES

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
11.2010

Skills

  • Vector works ARCHITECT
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities

Hobbies

Hiking

Reading

Cycling 

Fishing

working with disabled kids


Timeline

Gradate Architect(Freelance)

Tribbeca Constructions
01.2023 - Current

Graduate Architect

Spaces Design
05.2022 - Current

Graduate Architect

Allimages Architects
11.2021 - 03.2022

Draftsperson

Aujard Rodney & Associates
10.2020 - 11.2021

Disability Support Worker

Able Australia
06.2020 - 06.2022

Draftsperson

ATN Drafting Designing Services
04.2018 - 10.2020

Counter Manager

Myer Melbourne
08.2015 - 09.2021

MASTERS OF DESIGN - Design And Visual Communications (building )

Swinburne University of Technology

BACHELOR OF DESIGN (ARCHITECTURE) - Architecture

Deakin University

Diploma - Architectural Technology

Limkokwing University of Creative Technology,

Certificate IV - MIBT Certificate IV IN FOUNDATION STUDIES

Deakin University
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