Gaurav Sharma

Experience

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  Verma and Verma Associates

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2021

  Architect

  • Successfully designed architectural layouts for over 50 projects spanning residential, commercial, industrial and retail typologies.• Generated creative material boards and 3D visuals for enhanced visualisation of spaces.• Spearheaded client meetings and market surveys to render a sensitive and bespoke design experience.• Produced detailed drawings for spatial planning, project sanctioning and construction using CAD software.• Formulated detailed FF&E schedules for small and large-scale projects.• Efficiently supervised project sites and ensured the highest quality of workmanship.• Effectively maintained teamwork and seamlessness between the office and the site. Show less

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  Freelance

  Dec 2019 - now

  Freelance Architect and Interior Designer

  • Successfully designed the interiors of 2 pizza stores for a multi-national pizza chain (La Pinoz Pizza) in Delhi, India and a two-bedroom apartment in Faridabad, India.• Designed the interiors of bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, living areas, retail and dining areas sensitively.• Generated detailed 3D visuals for interior spaces to visually communicate the design to the clients.• Hand-picked appropriate material finishes, fixtures, hardware and décor with the clients.• Produced detailed drawings for spatial planning, service layouts, furniture layouts and joinery details.• Formulated detailed project estimates to come up with the most viable interior design options for the clients.• Effectively maintained teamwork between on-site contractors to ensure a seamless workflow. Show less

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  TK MAXX

  Nov 2021 - Feb 2022

  Christmas Temp- Retail

  • Cultivated excellent customer relationships by providing helpful, friendly and attentive service.• Promoted special offers and loyalty programmes with upselling skills.• Processed cash and card payments during busy shopping periods.• Promptly and proactively replenished stock to improve product accessibility.• Efficiently completed shop floor duties autonomously and in a team setting.

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  Live Borders

  May 2023 - now

  Sustainability and Visitor Officer

  • Identified key areas for efficiency improvements, resulting in a preliminary action plan to reduce energy consumption.• Developing profiles for lighting and HVAC systems, improving energy efficiency and reducing overall operational costs.• Established sustainability profiles for suppliers, documenting their commitment to sustainable practices and green initiatives.• Successfully digitized extensive documentation, significantly reducing paper usage and enhancing data accessibility.• Developed and implemented a system for logging and addressing issues related to building management and energy efficiency, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability.• Currently drafting a comprehensive climate action plan inspired by the Climate Change Route Map of the Scottish Borders Council, aimed at guiding the Great Tapestry of Scotland towards sustainability and net zero emissions by 2045. Show less