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CV

Taurai Chiwanza

Mobile      +971 556342288

Email        tlchiwanza@gmail.com

Location   Dubai,United Arab Emirates

LinkedIn   ae.linkedin.com/in/tauraichiwanza

 

 

Education

 

2014 - 2015  Master of Architecture

National University of Science and Technology, Bulawayo,Zimbabwe

 

2007 - 2013 Bachelor of Architectural Studies

National University of Science and Technology, Bulawayo,Zimibabwe

 

 

 

 

Experience

Architect                                                                                                         

Planquadrat Middle East Engineering Consultancy • Dubai, UAE

Sep 2018 - Present     

 

  • Production of tender and construction packages - Drawings, Schedules and Specifications.

  • Managing the production, organization, coordination, thoroughness, and accuracy of the virtual building model and all documents in the drawing set in the assigned ArchiCAD Teamwork file.

  • Working with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations. 

  • Attending occasional client meetings with the Senior Designer and distributing meeting notes.

  • Researching and specifying materials, products and systems. 

  • Assisting in the review of Shop drawings and Material submittal related to Architectural works.

  • Leading site inspections, ensuring alignment with the Contractor’s schedule and addressing concerns raised in WIRs.

Junior Architect


Building Development Associates (BDA) Engineering Consultants, Dubai, UAE

Jun 2016 - Aug 2018

  • Led the development of conceptual and schematic designs, and working drawings, guiding projects through regulatory approvals and permitting processes.

  •  Ensured project compliance by preparing the necessary documentation for Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defense & Dubai Creative Clusters Authority. 

  • Oversaw architectural finishes (interior & exterior) on-site, adhering to Inspection and Test Plans, checklists, and procedures. 

  • Scrutinized submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications, maintaining high quality standards. 

  • Maintained meticulous site records, including progress photos readily accessible for inspections.

  • Managed all architectural communication within the design team, effectively drafting letters, reports, and meeting minutes.

Junior Architect

Apex Design Architect

Harare, Zimbabwe

May 2013 - April 2016

•Prepared, developed, and edited drawings, models, and design documents under senior architect guidance.

•Developed design presentations for team discussions.

•Led presentations, site visits, and client/subcontractor meetings.

 
Skills

 

Proficient in :

  • Archicad(Graphisoft)

  • Revit Architecture

  • AutoCAD Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

  • MS Office suite

  • Lumion

  • Aconex

 

 

Publications

 

2013

Dissertation titled "THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCESSIBLE CIVIC SPACES : A case study of Harare, 2013"

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

2015

Thesis titled "THE EFFECT OF MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE ON CITY DEVELOPMENT: A STUDY OF HARARE' 2015"

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

 

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