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Dale Penman

Falkirk

Summary

A highly motivated graduate of Architecture with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Renowned for creativity and unique design ideas, yet well able to develop these within the constraints and practicalities of a brief to deliver interesting and complex designs. Extensive experience and high levels of expertise in the use of design software products including Revit, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite. Equally proficient working independently or as part of a team. Looking to gain further experience as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant on route to Part 3 exam.

Overview

7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Education
  • Developed an extensive skill set in programs such as Revit, SketchUp and AutoCAD to create an array of 3D models and visualisations.
  • Submitted several assignments that required reference to building regulations from fire safety strategies to CDM roles and responsibilities.
  • Gained considerable confidence and experience presenting projects at various stages to a broad range of audience types.
  • Independently used AutoCAD to create detailed drawings for the construction of a team project design brief.
  • Met every assignment on time with a 100% first time pass rate and full attendance record.
  • Conducted comprehensive research on sustainable solutions for dissertation purposes.

Thinktastic
  • Worked independently and as part of a team to meet a design brief using Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Learned the importance of layout and creative presentation of ideas to clients.
  • Developed further skills working from concept art in a project from beginning to end and the key role initial concepts play in achieving an end product the client is happy with.

Collective Architecture
  • Participated in a wide range of meetings, including within the office and on-site with clients.
  • Collaborated with the design team and contributed concepts which were incorporated into final project briefs.

LDA Design
  • Shadowed design members in various activities such as risk assessment meetings and site visits.
  • Given great insight into how team members work together to solve problems and delegate tasks within the office environment.
  • Shown how incoming contracts are received and reviewed for consideration.
  • Used Revit on a task involving the redevelopment of a high street which required creative and innovative solutions such as repurposing shopping centres and incorporating green spaces inspired by ancient history.

Education

HND - Computer Aided Architectural Design & Technology

City of Glasgow College
08.2016 - 06.2018

BSc Hons - Architectural Studies

University of Strathclyde
09.2018 - 05.2021

PGDip - Advanced Architectural Studies

University of Strathclyde
09.2021 - 11.2023

Skills

    Revit


    AutoCAD


    Photoshop


    SketchUp


    MS Office

PERSONAL SKILLS

Creative
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Quick learner
Good organisation
Ability to work under pressure
IT skills
Punctuality
Communication
Presentation skills

Accomplishments

    Prize-giving Award for Art & Design Portfolio (S6) 2012

    Prize-giving Award for First Year CAADT HND 2017

    AspirATion Award Winner 2017

Timeline

PGDip - Advanced Architectural Studies

University of Strathclyde
09.2021 - 11.2023

BSc Hons - Architectural Studies

University of Strathclyde
09.2018 - 05.2021

HND - Computer Aided Architectural Design & Technology

City of Glasgow College
08.2016 - 06.2018

Education

Thinktastic

Collective Architecture

LDA Design
Dale Penman