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Ngoanamaleka Michael Mello

Architect
Polokwane

Summary

I am skilled in both residential new construction and remodeling projects. Experience with high-profile clients on the design of different properties involving challenging site placement. Focused on green design with eye for luxury. A versatile architect is accomplished at designing commercial and residential structures of varying styles and purposes. I have a record of sound, sustainable design that meets or exceeds LEED standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Assistant Architect

Architecs Cellies Greveinsstein
8 2008 - 03.2012
  • Designs to various buildings as per the client's needs.
  • Liaising with clients on matters pertaining to contracts.
  • Site meetings.
  • Preparation of working drawings.
  • Monitoring progress on site.
  • Increased project efficiency by implementing advanced 3D modeling techniques in the creation of architectural designs.

Senior Architect Tech

Michaelengelo Archs
11.2004 - 02.2008
  • Designs to various buildings as per the client's needs.
  • Liaison with clients on matters pertaining to contracts.
  • Site Meetings.
  • Prepare technical drawings.
  • Monitoring progress on site.
  • Mentored junior architects, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged professional development and growth.

Senior Work Inspector

Department of Public Works
02.2001 - 10.2004
  • Identifying repair works, renovations, and preventative maintenance works on state buildings (SAPS, SANDF, Justice, and Home Affairs).
  • Liaison with the aforementioned departments on projects.
  • Compilation of working drawings for repair and renovation projects.
  • Compilation of tender documents.
  • Handling contractors' payments.
  • Progress inspection.
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.

Tranee Project Manager

Department of Public Works
06.1999 - 01.2001
  • Adjudication of tenders.
  • Liaising with clients, departments on matters pertaining to contracts.
  • Observing proceedings in weekly tender committee meetings.
  • Certification of Consultants payment certificates
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Monitoring progress on site.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

Industrial Technician

Department of Public Works
05.1998 - 05.1999
  • Compiling working drawings.
  • Liaising with clients on contractual matters.
  • Attending Progress Meeting
  • Redrawing all the manual standard drawings into the electronic system (CAD).
  • Production of Working Drawing drawings

Trainee Technician

Wicus Pretorius Architects
06.1996 - 07.1997
  • Putting Together Work Drawings.
  • Liaising with clients on contractual matters.
  • Attending progress meetings.
  • Preparation of Sketch Plans
  • Production of Working Drawings.
  • Assisted senior technicians in complex troubleshooting tasks for improved system functionality.
  • Reduced downtime by swiftly identifying and addressing technical issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences

Tshwane University of Technology
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

Matric

Ngwanamohube Secondary School
Limpopo

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 7405315336085
  • Citizenship: South African
  • Gender: Male
  • Religion: Christian

Professionalregistrations

  • ST0917 (Sacap (Senior Architectural Tech)
  • 30704 (Saiat (Architectural Technologist)

Certification

Project management certificate

References

  • Leslie Ramasodi, Head of Department (Architecture), 012 799 9000
  • Pieter Grewenstein SEnior Lecturer (Architecture), 012 799 9000
  • Contact Jacob Palmadi, Public Works Department Project Manager, at 083 325 2196.

Timeline

Senior Architect Tech

Michaelengelo Archs
11.2004 - 02.2008

Bachelor of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences

Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -

Senior Work Inspector

Department of Public Works
02.2001 - 10.2004

Tranee Project Manager

Department of Public Works
06.1999 - 01.2001

Industrial Technician

Department of Public Works
05.1998 - 05.1999

Trainee Technician

Wicus Pretorius Architects
06.1996 - 07.1997

Assistant Architect

Architecs Cellies Greveinsstein
8 2008 - 03.2012

Matric

Ngwanamohube Secondary School
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