Kamaljit Dhiman

Experience

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  John Simpson Architects

  Jun 2006 - Jan 2010

  Architectural Assistant

  Classical Architecture | Client: Various | Location: London Built my foundational knowledge and learned how a Practice should be built. Since joining the architectural practice John Simpson and Partners I have continued to develop my knowledge of construction, producing details and tender issue drawings whilst also managing the interior specifications for two of the company’s largest projects: an extension to Kensington Palace and a refurbished property on Lowndes Square, Knightsbridge. Being part of a small team, I have had the opportunity to work and gain a great responsibility in the following;• Design for restorations and additions of several listed buildings• Planning applications and listed building consents• Technical detailing and construction drawings for various classical projects • Presentation drawings, competition/publicity work analytics. Show less

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  1508 London

  Feb 2010 - Feb 2013

  Architectural Assistant

  Luxury Residential | Client: Private | Location: LondonGained an insight into luxury design, exposing myself, and building an understanding of, new material and textures, as well as bringing together fixtures and fittings to meet the expectations of the client with a unique taste• Accountable for expanding and clarifying the brief to really engage with the client’s needs, and then for assembling feasibility reports and design proposals• Took responsibility for submitting tender documents and delivering tender presentations – on the strength of which client awarded the project. Show less

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  HASSELL

  Feb 2013 - Feb 2015

  Architectural Assistant

  Workplace Design | Client: Sky Entertainment | Location: London • Worked with a major global brand and helped to articulate and test various design solutions for a new imagining of a co-work environment • Developed ideas that delivered against Sky’s needs whilst also considering environmental impacts• Responsible for project management – both managing budget and timelines • Led concept work and created schematic designs using software, such as AutoCAD & Photoshop.

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  Architects of Invention

  Mar 2015 - Mar 2016

  Architect

  Residential Design | Client: Private | Location: London First role as a qualified Architect. I took on a much broader set of responsibilities than in my career to date. These included:1. Taking the lead role on projects and taking ownership for building a relationship with the client, delivering to tight deadlines, onsite supervision, office administration, and team leadership – all in addition to preparing drawings and plans 2. Carried out feasibility studies and presented design proposals to client3. Submitted planning applications under relevant local authority channels 4. Ensured plans were consistent with building laws, safety regulations and budget. Show less

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  HASSELL

  Apr 2016 - Aug 2016

  Project Architect

  Residential Design | Client: The Working Capitol | Location: Singapore• Whilst this was my first project in Asia, and I had to quickly get to grips with both the pace of the region and a demanding client, I reveled in having the freedom to design (within certain brand guidelines)• Drafted design drawings / presentations and made subsequent adjustments based on both client and Principal feedback• Responsible for producing detailed working drawings and selecting materials, as well as preparing tender documentation & schedules. Show less

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  WY-TO

  Aug 2016 - Oct 2016

  Project Architect

  Exhibition Design | Client: Bihar Museum | Location: India• Applied my skills in a new arena – studying closely the importance of how people move through space, and learned how best to lay out artefacts with a high attention to detail• Conceptualised concept and schematic designs using 3D renders and models • Presented project designs and proposals and distributed written summaries to the client• Remotely oversaw progress of onsite work and resolved any new challenges.

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  Asylum Creative

  Mar 2019 - Mar 2021

  Senior Project Architect

  Hospitality Design | Client: sbe | Project: Mondrian Hotel | Location: Seoul• Worked closely with Director of Architecture to deliver an exciting experience with a focus on ‘fun’ for a prominent hotel brand. This project gave me the chance to test my design skills in a new geography • Produced detailed drawings, specifications and was responsible for selecting materials • Coordinating project team and outside agencies & art services• Made regular site visits to check project status and provide detailed progress reports • Worked with other parties to resolve problems and issues during construction phase.Condominium Complex | Client: CapitaLand | Project: Canning Hill Piers• Coordinated the project team in the development of preliminary and final design phases. • Responsible for the preparation of tender documentation and schedules• Ensured accuracy of project costing (complete reports, plans, estimates)• Worked with a team of other construction professionals (contractors, surveyors, engineers)• Responsible for site visits to ensure design quality – supervising elements of building and construction to ensure they were consistent with drawingsMall & Retail Design | Client: Lendlease | Project: Parkway Parade Mall • Ability to demonstrate the redevelopment of Parkway Parade – a busy mall in Singapore with tight specifications. Drafted various design drawings and made subsequent adjustments based on design criteria, e.g fire permit, health and safety of materials• Had the opportunity to accompany partners to assorted construction sites to oversee the construction process and discuss progress on various parts of the mall• Responsible for the preparation of tender documentation and schedules• Assisted with the production of construction drawings such as architectural and electrical plans, architectural schedules and interior design elements. Show less

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  Freelance

  Jul 2022 - Jan 2023

  Architect

  Residential Design | Client: Singapore Land Authority | Project: Jalan• Supervising and coordinating four professionals inclusive of building engineer, construction team, and draftsman in the development of a refurbishment project• Lead the design and architecture of both new build and refurbishment• Visit site and carry out quality checks, alignment with the design intent• Independently manage & understand Singapore Land Authority [SLA] Properties Restaurant Design | Client: Private | Project: Perak• Independently manage & understand the client requirements.• Visit site and carry out quality checks and also check alignment of the design intent.• Maintaining the quality assurance on project documentation for Building Plan Submission with Singapore Land Authority. Workplace Design | Client: Private | Project: Craig • Meet with project owners to learn about project requirements and details, ensuring project briefs are filled with required information and contents in order for the team to have a clear understanding of scope and intended outcomes.• Independently manage & understand the client requirements and translate them into layout plans/sections & elevation• Visit site and carry out quality checks and also check alignment of the design intent.• Monitor progress against project milestones and flag concerns for team to take appropriate actions to prevent slippages.• Research and evaluate new products and solutions that can enhance quality, be cost conscious and are sustainable.Residential Design | Client: Private | Project: Faber• Work and communicate directly with client for all projects deliverable.• Design & fulfil the core Project Management responsibilities – by maintaining the quality assurance on project documentation.• Liaise and manage the co-ordination of the project work (third part suppliers, client internal stakeholders) to ensure the smooth running of projects. Show less

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  Architectural Services

  Aug 2024 - now

  Architect

  Type: Full Planning SubmissionApplication: Residential property. A single storey extension & internal alterations. Borough: Windsor & Maidenhead • Viewing building site, proposed locations and client meetings• Drawing plans/sections & elevations to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction using CAD applications• Taking into account constraints such as town planning legislation, party wall legislations environmental impacts and project budgets• Working closely with a team of other professionals such as project managers, construction managers, quantity and arboriculture surveyors • Completing planning application online, and taking advice from local authorities, legal professionals and governmental departments Show less