Phillip Dzapasi
Architectural Technologist
Centurion
Summary
Motivated Architectural Technologist with 8 years of experience working with ArchiCad, Revit, Twinmotion, Lumion and AutoCAD to produce renowned structures with integrity and modern relevance. Established developer of creative technical solutions to architectural design problems. Detailed and systematic systems analyst with anticipatory design troubleshooting and foresight.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Architectural Technologist
Zaeng Constulting and Construction Engineers
Centurion
04.2021 - Current
- Utilized architectural and technical knowledge to develop creative solutions to design problems.
- Produced drawings, specifications and submittal packages.
- Provided advice on methods of remodeling, repair, recycling and refurbishments to better utilize space and satisfy customers.
- Worked with licensing, permitting, planning and inspection authorities to evaluate and resolve concerns.
- Completed deep research into compliance, legal, environmental and other issues in order to provide current and accurate recommendations.
- Visited, measured and evaluated construction sites.
- Reviewed buildings already in use to determine areas in need of improvement for current and future designs.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Trained junior staff on codes, best practices and suppliers, which enabled better self-sufficiency and task completion.
- Maintained strong knowledge of latest drafting software to create fresh, accurate project drawings.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Prepared colored drawings and scale models to present to clients.
- Analyzed building codes, space and site requirements and other technical documents and reports to determine effect on architectural designs.
- Visited contractors on job sites and provided advice on how to correct improper implementations.
- Explained drawings to production or construction teams and adjusted as necessary.
Architectural Technician
Coeng Consulting Engineers
Centurion
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Visited contractors on job sites and provided advice on how to correct improper implementations.
- Verified work compliance with contractual requirements by reviewing projects at each stage.
- Conducted conditional assessments for 40 schools under Smart Classroom conversion in Gauteng Province.
- Coordinated and led my team to all 40 schools and compiled the required assessment reports timeous.
Architectural Drafter
Architectural Studio
Beitbridge
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Crafted detailed drawings that met customer requirements for structures using reinforced steel, concrete, masonry and wood materials.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Provided drafting support to civil engineering staff.
- Consulted with architects, customers regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Trained junior staff on codes, best practices and suppliers, which enabled better self-sufficiency and task completion.
- Maintained communication with construction teams to review progress for accurate reflection of initial project intentions.
- Drafted required documentation for commercial and residential developments.
- Reviewed civil engineering sketches and data for conformity to design concepts.
- Verified work compliance with contractual requirements by reviewing projects at each stage.
- Analyzed building codes, by-laws and other technical documents and reports to determine effect on architectural designs.
- Coordinated structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determined best method of presentation to graphically represent building plans.
- Laid out and planned interior room arrangements for commercial buildings using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
- Communicated with city planners, private owners, utility companies and other appropriate stakeholders to plan, implement and coordinate work for development projects.
- Kept respectful demeanor and great composure in stressful moments and when communicating with difficult personalities to promote collaboration and achieve common goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Diploma in Architectural Technology
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 01.2012 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - National Certificate in Architectural Technology
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 01.2011 - 12.2011
Skills
Specifications understanding
Billiards
i love playing billiards to soothe and refresh my mind.
Timeline
Architectural Technologist
Zaeng Constulting and Construction Engineers
04.2021 - Current
Architectural Technician
Coeng Consulting Engineers
02.2020 - 06.2020
Architectural Drafter
Architectural Studio
01.2015 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Diploma in Architectural Technology
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2012 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - National Certificate in Architectural Technology
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2011 - 12.2011
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