Ankit Surti PROFILE I am seeking a role within a successful architectural practice that offers a variety of projects where I can gain experience in various phases of a project, from the conceptual to the documentation process, and build upon the future for my architectural registration. With over 3 years of experience, I look forward to a future where I can offer my expertise into a practice and further excel the skills that I have gained from previous roles. CAREER HISTORY May 2013 - Present:
AECOM| Architectural Graduate
Employed in a global multi-disciplinary firm within the architecture team, I have been involved in various projects ranging from residential rebuild to commercial projects. Key Duties:
- Leading a multidisciplinary team of architectural, structural, and geotechnical professionals across New Zealand to provide repair solutions and technical support for residential Canterbury Rebuild projects - Responsible for managing sub projects within the larger rebuild project including time and cost monitoring - Producing working drawings and technical details for building consent and construction using Autodesk Revit - Providing project architect support on concepts, detail design and documentation - Co-ordinating drawings and working closely with other professionals to resolve design issues - Liaising with council, client and various product manufacturers and specifiers - On-site investigations and assessments for writing damage reports - Responsible for managing technical detail and standards library in Revit
Achievements:
- Understanding of working drawings and producing accurate drawings from measure-ups and sketches carried out on-site - Gaining valuable experience in managing projects and delivering projects on time and within budget - Understanding technical drawings and producing code compliant details and documentation - Developing sound knowledge of the NZ building code, standards, compliance documents and council requirements for resource and building consent - Understanding various development processes and phases of a project - Developing Revit skills and producing a Revit library with standard details - Knowledge of BIM implementation - Understanding contractual agreements
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- Farrell Residential Program: Earthquake repair and rebuild project consisting of
Key Projects:
over 300 houses to be repaired - Portlink Industrial Warehouse: Consisting of two new large commercial warehouses to be built in Christchurch - Waterford Apartments: New 5 storey residential apartment building with community facility to be built within a retirement village in Auckland. - 101 Awatea: Development of affordable housing units with communal garden - IAG Duplex Program: Earthquake repair and rebuild projects of duplex houses
Apr 2013 - May 2013:
Wilson and Hill Architects| Architectural Graduate
Assisting project architect with concept development and preparing visual and graphic presentations. The role also involved drafting details and design documentation. Achievements:
- Understanding processes of concept design development - Developing presentation skills
Nov 2012 - Mar 2013:
Stufkens + Chambers Architects| Architectural Graduate
Forming part of the technical team and working on residential Canterbury Rebuild projects. The role involved on-site investigations of existing residential homes and producing working drawings for further documentation, assessments and phases of remedial work that needed to be carried out for consent. Achievements:
- Gaining valuable construction and technical knowledge. - Gaining experience in 2D drafting and 3D modeling. - Developing ArchiCAD skills and efficiency. - Developing communication skills and understanding the importance of communication with other professionals in the industry. - Gaining valuable experience working within an architectural practice and the industry.
Nov 2010 - Feb 2011:
New Space Architects, Singapore| Architectural Intern
Working in a team on concepts and developed design on a mix-use urban project to be built in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The task involved assisting in developing concepts and rigorously testing ideas for faรงade development for the mix-use project which consists of four 21 storey residential towers. Achievements:
- Understanding the development processes of a large scale project.
- Understanding the various regulations and documentations used in the project to be built in overseas. - Experience in working with people from vast cultural backgrounds.
Nov 2008 - Feb 2009:
Smart Power Ltd., Wellington | Casual Assistant
Task involved analysing and evaluating energy consumption for various commercial buildings around the Wellington region in order to prepare energy audits that provide a study of energy consumption, recommendations and cost effective opportunities for energy savings. 2
Achievements:
- Understanding of energy management and efficiency.
May - Nov 2008:
Understanding various engineering and HVAC systems involved on-site. Gaining valuable knowledge in various energy efficient products and materials. Experience in writing professional reports and communication. Experience in using AS/NZS 3598:2000 for Level 2 Energy Audits.
Right House, Wellington| Casual Assistant
To assist with simulating energy and the thermal performance of various residential building designs in order to evaluate its energy efficiency and develop further recommendations for energy efficient homes. Achievements:
- Understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency. - Gaining experience in various energy efficient products and materials. - Experience in using Energy Efficiency Clause H1 of the NZBC for Annual Loss Factor (ALF) calculations.
SKILLS & COMPETANCIES: -
Proficient in Revit with 3.5 years of experience Knowledge of SkecthUP, AutoCAD, 3dsmax, ArchiCAD Sound knowledge of BIM implementation Sound knowledge of the NZ Building Code, standards and council requirements Excellent communicator Project Management skills Photoshop proficient and presentation skills Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainable design requirements Critical thinker and quick learner
EDUCATION Completed in 2012: Completed in 2007:
Masters in Architecture (Professional) [MArch (Prof)] Bachelor of Building Science (BBSc) Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
2001 - 2004:
NCEA Levels 1,2 and 3 Aotea College, Porirua, Wellington
AWARDS ACHIEVED 2006 and 2005:
Awarded a $3000 Scholarship for Tertiary Education by Fletcher Construction each year
2002 - 2004
Awarded Massey University Vice Chancellor's Award each year
NATIONALITY:
New Zealand Citizen
REFERENCES:
Available on request
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