Feo Fernandes
Surrey,BC
Summary
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.
- Www.sfarchitects-ke.com
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.
- Www.sfarchitects-ke.com
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
- Microsoft Office - word, excel, publisher
- Microsoft Project - project management software
- Adobe Premier Pro - video presentation software
Websites
Timeline
Co-Founder and Principal Architect
Shamla Fernandes Architects (SFA)
01.2000 - Current
Senior Architectural Technician
Beglin Woods Architects
01.1992 - 01.1998
Architectural Technician
Mangat I B Patel & Partners
01.1990 - 01.1991
Architectural Technician
Zevet Kenya Architects & Engineers
01.1988 - 01.1990
Architectural Technician
Landplan Group Kenya
01.1983 - 01.1988
Architectural Technician Apprentice
R.C. Macklin Chartered Architect
01.1980 - 01.1982
Apprentice
Dee Kay Consultants-Architects
01.1978 - 01.1979
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural Apprenticeship; CADD Training
Aga Khan High School
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