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Jenovee Applesamy

Jenovee Applesamy

Rosebank

Summary

Dynamic Architectural Manager with VUE Architects, skilled in sustainable design and project management. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency and quality through effective communication and team mentoring. Successfully led cross-functional teams to meet project milestones, ensuring compliance with building codes while fostering continuous improvement strategies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Achitectural Manager

VUE Architects
Rosebank
10.2024 - Current
  • Led design review meetings to ensure project alignment with client expectations.
  • Coordinated project timelines and resources with cross-functional teams.
  • Developed architectural strategies to enhance project efficiency and quality.
  • Mentored junior architects in design principles and project management practices.
  • Reviewed architectural plans for compliance with building codes and regulations.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements for new projects.
  • Facilitated training sessions on sustainable design practices for team members.
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and schedules for multiple initiatives.
  • Managed resources effectively to ensure project milestones were met consistently.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays.
  • Trained junior staff on project management tools and best practices for efficiency.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
  • Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
  • Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
  • Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Architectural Draughtsman

Kantey & Templer Consulting Engineers
01.2016 - 09.2024
  • Due Diligence reports for potential Site developments
  • Apply knowledge of different forms of contract and procurement methods, able to administer and manage building contracts.
  • Apply knowledge of SANS 10400, National building regulations, SANS 204 and other standards pertaining to architectural design.Layout and Concept drawings
  • Liaise, with clients, members of the external design team and other associated organizations, suppliers or companies
  • Prepare, develop, present drawings, models, presentations, images, animations and other documents relating to architectural design
  • Draws and prepares accurate and optimal space usage construction and Council submission drawing/plans for retail and commercial premises in terms of business operational requirements and site surveys conducted by the leasing and project teams. Including preparing of council submission supplementary documents.
  • Apply knowledge of and compliance with ISO 90001 procedures and standards. Ensure that all quality system procedures are followed in the production and issuing of designs, costing, drawings and standard details within the discipline at project level.
  • Designs retail branch and commercial offices layouts, with optimal space utilization and ergonomics in mind, in accordance to the companies agreed look & feel, and specifications.
  • Submits constructions drawing/plans for council approval nationally, liaising with stake holders in the approval process, and obtaining occupation certificates as end result. Makes contacts with councils on a daily basis to chase plan and Occupancy approvals. And keeps records of all interactions.
  • Energy efficiency XA calculations/Report
  • Water reticulation calculations/Report
  • Deviations upon approved application, AMAFA applications, Neighbour's consent
  • Attend to Municipal Referrals, Municipal Liaison with departments to Solve complex problems
  • Architectural design and draft submission packages complying with Transnet requirements.
  • Transnet on-site inspections
  • Proficient skills in AutoCAD, REVIT, rendering packages ArchiCAD, ADOBE Photoshop, Microsoft Office
  • Fire engineering drafting, Fire Protection and Fire Detection
  • Attending regular meetings with clients, project managers and other specialists. Advising clients on the compliance and practicality of their project
  • Site measures and Site inspections
  • Detailing As-built drawings.
  • Eight years of practical working experience specifically in the architectural and engineering industry.
  • A strong understanding of and experience in working with budgets and costs essential
  • On-site experience managing previous projects. I.e. not just office-based design experience
  • Liaising with various suppliers
  • Not afraid to multi-task and problem solve
  • Able to work on numerous projects at any given time
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Efficient and no-fuss approach
  • Detail-focused across all aspects of a project
  • I am comfortable working in a team yet running my projects independently
  • Issuing drawing packs to our selected suppliers and contractors
  • Compiling and reviewing incoming quotes from suppliers
  • Assist the design manager in setting out project budgets and final costs.
  • Communicating lead times, processes and final costs to clients and/or contractors
  • Facilitating all contractual documentation with suppliers, contractors and clients
  • Snagging and project close-off
  • Accountable for service delivery through own efforts.

Education

Candidate Architectural Draughtsman -

SACAP South African Council for Architectural Professionals
01.2023

National Diploma - Architectural Draughting

INTEC COLLEGE
01.2016

Skills

  • Architectural design
  • Software project management
  • Sustainable design
  • Building codes compliance
  • Cost estimation
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Team mentoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Continuous improvement strategies
  • Technical presentation skills
  • Project management expertise

Personal Information

Marital Status: Single

Websites

Education

Currently Pursuing a National Diploma in Civil Engineering

Drivers License

Code B

Affiliations

  • Gyming
  • Bodyboarding
  • Cooking
  • Photography

Accomplishments

I have counseled teenagers as a youth leader within our church I have spent two years volunteering at the National Sea Rescue Institute.

Certification

I am a licensed AutoCAD and Revit user

Languages

English
First Language

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Achitectural Manager

VUE Architects
10.2024 - Current

Architectural Draughtsman

Kantey & Templer Consulting Engineers
01.2016 - 09.2024

Candidate Architectural Draughtsman -

SACAP South African Council for Architectural Professionals

National Diploma - Architectural Draughting

INTEC COLLEGE

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