Lafras Bissett
Professional Architect
Middelburg,Mpumalanga
Summary
I am a Professional Architect registered to the South African Council for Architecture (SACAP). Versatile Architect accomplished at designing commercial and residential structures of varying styles and purposes with fast experience in Turnkey Projects ranging from Residential remodeling to new Commercial/ Retail Construction.
With advanced knowledge of construction & sustainable design elements my career focused on projects that allowed me to develop multi-disciplinary skill sets in Project management and basic Construction Engineering.
By compiling construction schedules and managing material procurement was a key factor in achieving success and completion of remote projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Architect
Reviresco Atelier
Middelburg
11.2022 - Current
- Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by creating architectural designs that met both visual appeal and practicality requirements.
- Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality designs that met budgetary guidelines and exceeded aesthetic expectations.
- Devised innovative strategies to reduce construction costs while meeting strict quality standards.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Inspected contractor and sub-contractor work to verify construction met quality standards and complied with building codes.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Created detailed plans for construction projects within equipment specifications and budgeting.
- Prepared detailed estimates of material quantities necessary for construction bids accurately using specialized software tools.
Professional Architect
Deter
Pretoria
10.2020 - 11.2022
- Project Management basics
- Basic construction engineering
- Site Management
- Technical site inspections
- Coordinating with consultants
- Preparation of technical documentation
- Preparation of construction documentation
- Collaborated with clients to develop customized architectural solutions, meeting their unique needs and preferences.
- Various administrational & managerial duties
- Assessed energy efficiency of building designs and made recommendations to improve performance.
- Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
Freelance Architectural Technologist
Centreline Architects
Midrand
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Architectural design along with providing technical documentation as needed by clients
- Produced drawings, specifications and submittal packages.
- Preparing and compiling administration document for Local Authority submissions.
- Communicated with city planners, private owners, utility companies and other appropriate stakeholders to plan, implement and coordinate work for development projects.
- Explained drawings to production or construction teams and adjusted as necessary.
- Utilized architectural and technical knowledge to develop creative solutions to design problems.
- Evaluated project sketches and drawings for technical and measurement errors.
- Maintained strong knowledge of latest drafting software to create fresh, accurate project drawings.
- Created physical and computer-based models and visual aids as part of concept and design processes.
Architectural Technologist
Centreline Architects
Midrand
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Architectural design experience along with design development
- Site inspections
- Liaisons with clients and contractors
- Providing technical documentation as needed by clients
- Administration for Local Authority submissions and approval
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Drafted required documentation for commercial and residential developments.
Apprentice
Dionysus Sculpture works
Pretoria
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Apprentice and team leader for installations of artworks.
- Team leader for site installations
Education
MArch (Prof) -
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 01.2019 - 2020.04
BArch Hons - undefined
University of Pretoria
01.2018 - 2019.04
BSc Arch - undefined
University of Pretoria
01.2009 - 2016.04
NDLT - undefined
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2006 - 2008.04
Booysens Certificate - undefined
01.2007 - undefined
Skills
Registered Architect, South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)Analytical Thinking
Engineering & project management experience
Primavera P6 Scheduler
Material application knowledge
Design development
Site investigation reports
Construction documentation
Construction Oversight
Strong Problem Solver
Raw materials ordering
Project management know-how
- Raw materials ordering
Additional Information
Project Managing - Primavera P6 schedulers & Procurement.
Site & Construction Manager - handling and maintaining construction sites
Engineering - structural inspections & basic structural design
Timeline
Professional Architect
Reviresco Atelier
11.2022 - Current
Professional Architect
Deter
10.2020 - 11.2022
MArch (Prof) -
University of Pretoria
01.2019 - 2020.04
BArch Hons - undefined
University of Pretoria
01.2018 - 2019.04
Freelance Architectural Technologist
Centreline Architects
01.2017 - 10.2020
Architectural Technologist
Centreline Architects
01.2015 - 01.2017
Apprentice
Dionysus Sculpture works
01.2010 - 01.2012
BSc Arch - undefined
University of Pretoria
01.2009 - 2016.04
Booysens Certificate - undefined
01.2007 - undefined
NDLT - undefined
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2006 - 2008.04
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