Personal Statement
Creative and skilled architect with 8+ years of experience designing office spaces and outdoor residential areas. Experienced in developing technical drawings and managing urban planning processes. Proven communication skills while taking a client-focused approach to turning creative concepts into reality. ARB & RIBA certified. Seeking to expand my knowledge of indoor and outdoor public design at Standardson & Co.
Work Experience
Smiths Incorporated, London
Senior Architect, December 2020 – Present
- Oversee design of 5 residential communal space reconstruction projects
- Mentor three architect associates throughout urban planning process, training them on proper usage of ArchiCAD and Rhino3D software
- Partnered with Greater London Authority to revamp historic city square worth £20m
- Maintain consistent communication with key clients and stakeholders, achieving a 96% client satisfaction rating
Redstead Labour Union, Leeds
Architect, June 2016 – November 2020
- Produced concept design drawings for 12 commercial and residential projects in 4 years, including a revamp of a historic church in Leeds city centre
- Reviewed and critiqued architectural blueprints and other materials
- Kept architects, stakeholders, and suppliers up to date on building progress to ensure project deadlines were met
- Ensured proper safety and operational inspections of building and surrounding areas following project completion
Coal Works LTD., Southampton
Architect Intern, May 2015 – August 2015
- Collaborated with other interns to design architectural blueprints, drawings, and sketches for multiple residential and commercial projects
- Delivered all communication between on-site personnel and local office efficiently and speedily
- Documented and recorded all project-related blueprint files, and provided creative solutions when issues were found
- Communicated and worked closely with managers, and performed additional duties and tasks as needed
Education
University of Southampton, Southampton (2013–2016)
BSc (Hons) Architecture (2:1)
Key Modules: Architectural Technology, Architectural Design 1 & 2, Digital Culture, Graphic Design, and Environmental Design
Tredditch Comprehensive School and Sixth Form Centre, Southampton (2006–2010)
A-levels: Maths (A), Chemistry (A), Physics (A)
GCSEs: 10 A–C including Maths, English, and ICT
Key Skills
Hobbies and interests
- Avid swimmer, regularly participating in competitions
- Amateur bass guitar player
- Enjoy socialising with friends