Nathan Wright: CV

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NAME: Nathan Wright BA(Hons), Dip Arch (Hudds), ARB ADDRESS: 709/179 Boundary Road, DATE OF BIRTH: 12 th August 1975 North Melbourne, MARITAL STATUS: Single Melbourne, VIC 3051 NATIONALITY: British TEL (Mobile): +61 (0) 450 969 064 DRIVING LICENCE: Full, no endorsement E-MAIL: nathan_wright@hotmai l.com WEBSITE: http://au.linkedin.com/pub/nathan- wright/b/1a2/128 PERSONAL DETAILS: _Project Related Task; • Understand Clients Statement of need & develop Strategic Briefs • Development of Strategic Brief into Project Brief • Visual inspection of precedents and site as existing • Feasibility Studies of the client’s requirements • Preliminary assessment of the necessary consents • Review legislation to identify potential constraints • Advising client on the need of further • Review, co-ordinate & integrate information from Design Team whilst providing information for costing, etc Carrying out alternative design/construction approaches Hold informal discussions with authorities Implementing Employers Requirements Drawing packages co-ordination and production Contract Documentation Day to Day liaising with the Design Team Dealing with Tender Process Nathan is an innovative creative staff member who possesses a strong passion and appreciation for all aspects of design. With his international background, outlook, and diverse experience in project management, design and documentation creates the perfect fit for almost any project at any level. He thrives on the creative process!: exploring the brief, asking the right questions, researching, considering the options, evaluating, thinking inside and outside the box, along with hard graft to come up with unique and successful solutions to fit a client’s needs, and overall great design. Nathan has over 13 years of experience in architecture of which 5 years have been in Asia. He is a strong designer with experience in with commercial, education, healthcare, hotel & resorts, industrial, mixed-use, residential, retail and sports & leisure public projects; and knowledgeable with construction code and document preparations in the UK, Vietnam and Australia. PERSONAL PROFILE: EMPLOYERS From To JOB TITLE CAD PACKAGE _Elenberg Fraser [AUS ] Nov. ‘11 Presen t Project Leader AutoCAD 2012 _Royal Haskoning [VN] May ‘08 April ‘11 Design Director AutoCAD 2008 & 2010 _Atlas Industries [VN] May ‘06 May ‘08 Head of Design Development AutoCAD 2007/Microstation v8 _S&P Architects [UK] Nov. ‘03 May ‘06 Project Associate AutoCAD 2006LT _Geddes Architects [UK] Jan. ‘03 Nov. ‘03 Project Architect AutoCAD 2000i/2004LT _The Hauseman Group [UK] Feb. ’01 Jan. ‘03 Project Architect Microstation v7 _Renton Howard Wood Levine [UK] May ’00 Feb. ’01 Architect Assistant Microstation v7 _Gilmore Hankey Kirke [UK] Sept. ‘99 May ’00 Architect Assistant AutoCAD R14 EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY TO DATE: Elenberg Fraser combining the creativity of a design studio with the out-come orientation of a commercial firm, we believe that design and market-driven are not opposed to each other. Elenberg Fraser projects stand in relief, delivering a high design value, realising market objectives yet raising the bar in architecture through innovation. In November 2011, Nathan joined Elenberg Fraser as Project Leader. Employed as part of Elenberg Fraser’s dedication to delivery high-class projects from concept through to completion. He led the design of a number of high-profile high-rise residential towers within Melbourne. Nathan is responsible for running projects from design through to delivery, using supportive leadership skills which inspire and motivate internal teams and external consultants. EXPERIENCE GAINED WITH ELENBERG FRASER: November ‘11 – Present

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NAME: Nathan Wright BA(Hons), Dip Arch (Hudds), ARB

ADDRESS: 709/179 Boundary Road, DATE OF BIRTH: 12th August 1975North Melbourne, MARITAL STATUS: SingleMelbourne, VIC 3051 NATIONALITY: British

TEL (Mobile): +61 (0) 450 969 064 DRIVING LICENCE: Full, no endorsementE-MAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: http://au.linkedin.com/pub/nathan-wright/b/1a2/128

PERSONAL DETAILS:

_Project Related Task;• Understand Clients Statement of need & develop Strategic Briefs• Development of Strategic Brief into Project Brief• Visual inspection of precedents and site as existing• Feasibility Studies of the client’s requirements• Preliminary assessment of the necessary consents• Review legislation to identify potential constraints • Advising client on the need of further consultants• Advise on methods of procuring construction• Prepare Concept designs• Prepare information for inclusion with client reports• Assembly and mobilization of architectural teams

• Review, co-ordinate & integrate information from Design Team whilst providing information for costing, etc

• Carrying out alternative design/construction approaches• Hold informal discussions with authorities• Implementing Employers Requirements• Drawing packages co-ordination and production • Contract Documentation • Day to Day liaising with the Design Team • Dealing with Tender Process • Check & Comment on Works Contractors Drawings • On-site Meeting/visits

Nathan is an innovative creative staff member who possesses a strong passion and appreciation for all aspects of design. With his international background, outlook, and diverse experience in project management, design and documentation creates the perfect fit for almost any project at any level.

He thrives on the creative process!: exploring the brief, asking the right questions, researching, considering the options, evaluating, thinking inside and outside the box, along with hard graft to come up with unique and successful solutions to fit a client’s needs, and overall great design.

Nathan has over 13 years of experience in architecture of which 5 years have been in Asia. He is a strong designer with experience in with commercial, education, healthcare, hotel & resorts, industrial, mixed-use, residential, retail and sports & leisure public projects; and knowledgeable with construction code and document preparations in the UK, Vietnam and Australia.

PERSONAL PROFILE:

EMPLOYERS From To JOB TITLE CAD PACKAGE_Elenberg Fraser [AUS] Nov. ‘11 Present Project Leader AutoCAD 2012_Royal Haskoning [VN] May ‘08 April ‘11 Design Director AutoCAD 2008 & 2010_Atlas Industries [VN] May ‘06 May ‘08 Head of Design Development AutoCAD 2007/Microstation v8_S&P Architects [UK] Nov. ‘03 May ‘06 Project Associate AutoCAD 2006LT_Geddes Architects [UK] Jan. ‘03 Nov. ‘03 Project Architect AutoCAD 2000i/2004LT_The Hauseman Group [UK] Feb. ’01 Jan. ‘03 Project Architect Microstation v7_Renton Howard Wood Levine [UK] May ’00 Feb. ’01 Architect Assistant Microstation v7_Gilmore Hankey Kirke [UK] Sept. ‘99 May ’00 Architect Assistant AutoCAD R14

EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY TO DATE:

Elenberg Fraser combining the creativity of a design studio with the out-come orientation of a commercial firm, we believe that design and market-driven are not opposed to each other. Elenberg Fraser projects stand in relief, delivering a high design value, realising market objectives yet raising the bar in architecture through innovation.In November 2011, Nathan joined Elenberg Fraser as Project Leader. Employed as part of Elenberg Fraser’s dedication to delivery high-class projects from concept through to completion. He led the design of a number of high-profile high-rise residential towers within Melbourne.Nathan is responsible for running projects from design through to delivery, using supportive leadership skills which inspire and motivate internal teams and external consultants.

EXPERIENCE GAINED WITH ELENBERG FRASER: November ‘11 – Present

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_Project Related Task; _Studio Leader Tasks;• Multi-tasking on a number of projects• Client Interface, Fee Negotiation & Manage Project Budgets• Project Management & Risk Analysis• Project Planning and subordinate designer work flows. • Review legislation to identify potential constraints • Responsible for the development of design concepts• Review, coordinate & integrate information from Design Team• Prepare tenders & construction documentation with project team

• Marketing & Business Development• Client Strategic Development & Presentations• Management of Project Budgets & Client Invoicing• Assembly and mobilization of architectural teams• Lead and inspire a team of designers • Staff Utilisation & Resource Management• Recruitment & Staff Development Strategy• Developing Quality Procedures

CAD PACKAGES: • AutoCAD (9years) • Microstation (5years) • ArchiCAD (2years) • Revit (< 1year)OTHER APPLICATIONS: • Photoshop (5year) • QuarkXpress (5year) • Pagemaker (1year) • Illustrator (1year)

• MS Word (12year+) • MS Powerpoint (7year) • MS Excel (7year) • MS Project (5year)

From To QUALIFICATION- July ‘10 Professional Certification to Practice in Viet Nam Department of Construction, HCMC, Viet Nam

Nov. ‘04 June ‘05 Professional Certification to Practice in UK ARB / London Southbank UniversitySept. ‘97 Aug. ‘99 Graduate Diploma in Architecture International University of Huddersfield - Part ii ExemptedSept. ‘93 Sept. ‘97 BA (Hons) in Architecture International University of Huddersfield - Part i ExemptedSept. ‘91 Aug. ‘93 BTEC National Diploma in Construction Basford Hall College , NottinghamSept. ‘87 May ’ 91 National Curriculum - GCSE The National School, Nottingham

EXPERIENCE GAINED WITH ATLAS INDUSTRIES: May ‘08 – April ‘11

_Project Related Task; _Studio Leader Tasks;• Managing internal and external client relationships • Leading integrated teams of consultants, stakeholders & clients • Multi-tasking on a number of projects• Client Interface, Fee Negotiation & Manage Project Budgets• Project Management & Risk Analysis• Project Planning and subordinate designer work flows. • Review legislation to identify potential constraints • Responsible for the preparation of concept design• Review and test alternative design/construction approaches• Responsible for design development and authority submission• Prepare tenders & construction documentation with project team

• Marketing & Business Development• Identifying Studio Annual Budgets and monitoring Profit & Loss • Assembly and mobilization of architectural teams• Provide creative design directions to designers• Working closely with Production Delivery Teams • Mentor, train, supervise and manage designers to produce good

design and standard detailing• Monitor and guide performance standards and work quality• Staff Utilisation & Resource Management• Recruitment & Staff Development Strategy• Developing & Implement Quality Procedures

Royal Haskoning is a leading, independent multi-disciplinary architectural & engineering design consultant group from the Netherlands, founded in 1881. In May 2008, Nathan joined Royal Haskoning as Design Director and Studio Leader for architecture within Vietnam. Employed as part of Royal Haskoning’s dedication to diversify their project types within Asia and due to his key experience across a number of key sectors. He led the design of a broad range of high-profile schemes, over various sectors, including Office & Residential Towers, Sports & Leisure, Healthcare, Industrial and Interior Design projects.Nathan was also responsible for on operational and administrate of the Architectural Studio, with particular responsibilities for change management and improvements of the business performance and profitability. He also supporting the Cambodian regional office in developing their architectural offering.

EXPERIENCE GAINED WITH ATLAS INDUSTRIES: May ‘06 – May ‘08Atlas Industries is an outsource services which offers architectural companies ‘back-of-office’ resource support from its operations centre in Saigon, Viet Nam. In 2006, Nathan joined Atlas as part of the strategic leadership group responsible for Quality. He was accountable for the set up, growth and procedural developments, as well as the day-to-day management of a 40+ strong team of Project Architects, Architects, and Technicians. He inspired and motivated the teams through the use of supportive leadership skills. He led project set-up through detailed project plans, including define scope of works, team structures, budgets, and project programmes as a minimum. He works in collaboration with a number of the UK top practices including Make Architects, Squire&Partners, Dyer Group, HOK, BDP, PRP Architects to develop designs and deliver first class solutions, through innovation and developed working procedures.

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_ PROJECT STRENGTHSNathan considers himself as an all-round architect with a proven track record over 12-years of project management, design and delivery of projects. including his ability to:

* Lead the design process from inception to completion* Multi-task on a number of projects * Develop clients brief * Prepare site analysis to inform the sketch design * Prepare sketch designs including presentation and material selections * Coordinate with the client’s cost consultant through all design phases * Present the design concept to the client * Develop designs solutions * Finalize the client brief for approval and sign off * Assume responsibility for and assist in the development of design concepts. * Review and summarize all statutory requirements in regards to local authority submissions internationally * Prepare a design programme and list of documents to form the design documentation and working drawings package * Prepare with the project team documentation for tenders and construction. * Coordinate with Structural, M&E consultants and/or other project consultants. * Collaborate with contractors. * Lead on-site meetings and inspect the construction, ensuring compliance. * Respond to contractors RFI as required * Check/comment on work contractors drawings

In summary, for the first 6-years, Nathan worked as a delivery architect on project of various scales and complexity. The last 6-years have been spent honing both design and management skills which are strengthen by his experience of construction and coordination issues.

_MANAGEMENT STRENGTHS * Assist in marketing and business development, including writing of fee proposals * Take responsibility for profit and loss of the studio/projects * Create and lead working groups focused on companywide ‘best practices’ * Resource Management * Staff Utilisation * Development of Quality Procedures * Staff Training and Development

_FUTURE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT* Detailed familiarizstion of statutory and regulations code associated with architectural within the ‘local’ region. * To further develop my strategic knowledge of Environmental Sustainable Design with the aspiration to become accredited.* To further develop my strategic and working knowledge of BIM technology within a working practice environment.

STRENGTHS PROFILE:

Nathan considers himself as an all-round architect with over 12-years experience in the management, design & delivery of projects. In summary, Nathan spent the first 6-years working as a delivery architect on project of various scales and complexity. The last 6-years+ have been spent honing both design and management skills which are strengthen by his experience of construction and coordination issues.

_ DESIGN & DELIVERY STRENGTHS: ability to; * Previous experience in designing innovative work, learning, leisure or living environments * Lead the design process from inception to completion * Understand Clients statement of need to develop Project Briefs * Prepare design programmes, identifty documentation deliverables packages at each design stage * Prepare site analysis to inform the sketch design * Prepare sketch designs including presentations and material selections * Coordinate with the client’s cost consultant through all design phases * Prepare full design concepts for client presentations * Develop designs solutions and finalize the client brief for approval and sign off * Assume responsibility for and assist in the development of design concepts, including testing alternative construction approaches * Review, summarize statutory project requirements, including informal discussion with authorities where required * Coordinate with Structural, M&E consultants and/or other project consultants * Prepare with the project team documentation for tenders and construction * Advise during the Tender, VE Process & Contract Documentation * Collaborate with contractors * Lead on-site meetings and inspect the construction ensuring compliance * Respond to contractors RFI as required * Check/comment on work contractors drawings

_PROJECT MANAGEMENT STRENGTHS: ability to; * Efficiently work on multiple projects * Building good professional relationships at all levels, internally and externally * Advise client on the need of further consultants and procurement methods * Prepare preliminary design and construction programmes and resource profiles * Manage strategic aspects of projects in effort to mitigates any risk * Manage and prioritise tasks and time efficiently * Manage claims for additional services/fees, disputes and potential claims

_COMPANY MANAGEMENT STRENGTHS: responsible for; * Marketing & Business Development * Identifying Studio Annual Budgets and monitoring Profit & Loss * Developing, implements, and maintains sound business practices. * Encourage knowledge sharing through leading ‘expert’ work groups * Organising CPD’s, seminars, presentations etc * Staff Utilisation & Resource Management * Recruitment & Staff Development Strategy * Travel either domestic or internationally regularly to support business growth in surrounding regions

_PERSONAL STRENGTHS * Keen to learn from and be inspired by others whilst contributing to the learning and development of others * Articulate, diplomatic and flexible manner and able to work independently and as part of an effective team * Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work independently and/or as part of an effective team * Self motivated, proactive and ability to take responsibility * Punctual, reliable and can work under pressure and to tight deadlines * Good organisational, research, report writing and presentation skills * Good CAD and drafting skills

_FUTURE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT * Commitment to independent life long learning * Familiarisation of statutory and regulations code associated with architectural practice in the ‘local’ region. * Further develop my strategic knowledge of Environmental Sustainable Design with the aspiration to become accredited. * Further develop my strategic and working knowledge of BIM technology within a working practice environment.