Charmaine Kotze
Hamilton,WKO
Summary
Meticulous Drafter experienced with CAD software. Works great with architects, clients and subcontractors to integrate and adapt drawings. An Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Draftsman
Norcros SA
02.2015 - 09.2023
- Created CAD drawings for Retail store designs.
- General office administration.
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Maintained communication with construction teams to review progress for accurate reflection of initial project intentions.
- Explained drawings to production or construction teams and adjusted as necessary.
- Project management.
- Electrical and Lighting layouts.
- Verified work compliance with contractual requirements by reviewing projects at each stage.
- Kept respectful demeanor and great composure in stressful moments and when communicating with difficult personalities to promote collaboration and achieve common goals.
- Laid out and planned interior room arrangements for commercial buildings using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
Architectural Draftsman
Bopa Projects
01.2010 - 09.2014
- Created CAD models and drawings for Service Stations designs.
- Created, printed, and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Evaluated information provided by architects and system subcontractors and created accurate drawings according to measurements and specifications.
- Consulted with architects, customers and vendors regarding project scope and milestone dates.
- Maintained communication with construction teams to review progress for accurate reflection of initial project intentions.
- Visited contractors on job sites and provided advice on how to correct improper implementations.
- Explained drawings to production or construction teams and adjusted as necessary.
- Verified work compliance with contractual requirements by reviewing projects at each stage.
- Kept respectful demeanor and great composure in stressful moments and when communicating with difficult personalities to promote collaboration and achieve common goals.
- Laid out and planned interior room arrangements for commercial buildings using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
Personal Assistant
ABSA
01.2010 - 07.2010
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Answered phone calls and addressed customer questions and concerns to promote satisfaction and continued business.
- Served as point of contact between clients and managerial staff.
Education
Diploma - Interior Design
Interior Design Institute
South Africa02.2013
Certificate - Architecture
Inscape Design College
South Africa01.2012
Skills
- Expertise in AutoCAD
- Team Collaboration
- Schematics Understanding
- Proficient in Revit
- Manual Drafting Expertise
- Vendor Sourcing
Cycling
I love Mountain Biking and have done a few events back in South Africa. the main one i did for 5 consecutive years was Sani2C, a 3-Day stage race.
Timeline
Architectural Draftsman
Norcros SA
02.2015 - 09.2023
Architectural Draftsman
Bopa Projects
01.2010 - 09.2014
Personal Assistant
ABSA
01.2010 - 07.2010
Diploma - Interior Design
Interior Design Institute
Certificate - Architecture
Inscape Design College
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