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
Sydney, NSW
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
Melbourne, VIC
08.2015 - 09.2021
Draftsperson
ATN Drafting Designing Services
Melbourne, VIC
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, VIC11.2020
BACHELOR OF DESIGN (ARCHITECTURE) - Architecture
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC10.2018
Diploma - Architectural Technology
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology,
Malysia07.2014
Certificate IV - MIBT Certificate IV IN FOUNDATION STUDIES
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC11.2010
Skills
- Vector works ARCHITECT
- First Aid/CPR
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
✓Autodesk AutoCAD
✓Revit
✓3D Max
✓Adobe Photoshop
✓Grasshopper
✓Rhino
✓ArchiCAD
✓Adobe Illustrator
✓Sketchup
✓V-Ray
✓Maya
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