Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder and Principal Architect
Shamla Fernandes Architects (SFA)
01.2000 - Current
Company Overview: www.sfarchitects-ke.com
Collaborated to establish and grow a successful architectural firm, specializing in delivering high-quality design solutions to diverse clients.
Lead architectural design and construction documentation for a number of major projects including hotels, office buildings, residential estates & private residences, schools, shopping centres and churches.
Oversaw project activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Manage client relationships, fostering long-term partnerships and ensuring satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.
Coordinate with external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration on project deliverables.
Expanded and updated skills in the latest CAD technology and 3D Visualization so as to be more efficient and keep up with the latest trends.
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Senior Architectural Technician
Beglin Woods Architects
01.1992 - 01.1998
Company Overview: www.sfarchitects-ke.com
Collaborated closely with seasoned architects on a diverse range of projects encompassing hotels, office buildings, residential housing schemes, motor vehicle showrooms, and workshops.
Collaborated with architects and engineers to develop design concepts and translate them into executable plans, optimizing functionality and efficiency.
Implemented and conducted staff training sessions to transition from manual drafting techniques to AutoCAD drafting software, subsequently transitioning to ArchiCAD.
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Architectural Technician
Mangat I B Patel & Partners
01.1990 - 01.1991
Led architectural aspects within a major civil engineering firm, expanding expertise in architectural design and implementation.
Spearheaded the computerization of practice operations, enhancing efficiency and modernizing workflow.
Architectural Technician
Zevet Kenya Architects & Engineers
01.1988 - 01.1990
Pioneered the adoption of computer-aided design and drafting (Autocad), acquiring training and expertise in emerging technology.
Further advanced skills through specialized Autocad software training in the UK, staying ahead of industry trends.
Architectural Technician
Landplan Group Kenya
01.1983 - 01.1988
Contributed to major projects for the US Diplomatic Service, including US Embassies in the East African Region and Safari Park Hotel among out projects.
Developed expertise in architectural design and implementation for high-profile clients and projects.
Architectural Technician Apprentice
R.C. Macklin Chartered Architect
01.1980 - 01.1982
Assisted in construction documentation for residential and commercial architectural projects, honing skills in project execution and management.
Apprentice
Dee Kay Consultants-Architects
01.1978 - 01.1979
Received comprehensive training in architectural drafting, laying the foundation for a successful career in architecture and design.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural Apprenticeship; CADD Training
Aga Khan High School
Nairobi, Kenya.
Skills
Residential and Commercial Architectural Design and drafting - Several completed Hotels, Office buildings, Residential development and other projects
Architectural Project Management and supervision - Project managed and supervised construction of the abovementioned projects
Advanced CAD software proficiency (ArchiCAD) Several years of CADD knowledge keeping up with software advances
Twinmotion 2D & 3D visualization software - Participated in Beta testing of the software and gained valuable knowledge and skills
Building Information Model (BIM) management - Attended virtual ArchiCAD BIM management training course uncompleted