Alex Bates Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

As the Studio BIM Manager I am responsible for day to day BIM matters, ranging from Revit Family data/model creation and moderation, Dynamo script creation, creating PSC workshops & training sessions, conducting audits on current projects, and maintaining BIM compliance documentation.-Acting as the intermediary between PSC clients, consultants and architects/technicians so that projects remain efficient and effective around BIM matters-Ensuring BIM execution plan deliverables are… Show more As the Studio BIM Manager I am responsible for day to day BIM matters, ranging from Revit Family data/model creation and moderation, Dynamo script creation, creating PSC workshops & training sessions, conducting audits on current projects, and maintaining BIM compliance documentation.-Acting as the intermediary between PSC clients, consultants and architects/technicians so that projects remain efficient and effective around BIM matters-Ensuring BIM execution plan deliverables are understood are produced and maintained for each project-Where required leading meetings to identify BIM relevant support tasks and resolve issues-Training or upskilling PSC team members in specific software programmes-Supporting the career development, coaching and mentoring of a team of staff-Supporting and auditing the PSC project team and flagging non-compliances-Raising the profile of BIM within across PSC departments and teams-Ensuring PSC staff have access to the tools and equipment they need -Keeping up-to-date with advancements in building technology-Adhering to the latest industry standards-Driving the implementation of digital information plans and strategies-Producing reports for PSC leadership, to identify and measure BIM implementation Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Aiding with the creation of documentation within Revit + BIM 360 and complementary suites as directed by the the PSC team.-Working with relevant national construction and facility specific government standards, focusing primarily on Queensland Police design requirements; in order to create compliant and detailed technical drawings in Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk Revit to model spaces, and also creating Revit Families for contextual assets (such as joinery, fittings & fixtures… Show more Aiding with the creation of documentation within Revit + BIM 360 and complementary suites as directed by the the PSC team.-Working with relevant national construction and facility specific government standards, focusing primarily on Queensland Police design requirements; in order to create compliant and detailed technical drawings in Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk Revit to model spaces, and also creating Revit Families for contextual assets (such as joinery, fittings & fixtures, and client specific equipment).-Aiding in Building Information Modelling standardisation by checking current content for compliance, and by aiding in preparation of documentation such as BIM briefs and guidelines where required. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Working within the Reality Capture team, undertaking tasks to model existing spaces; creating, documenting, and quality checking As-Built projects in Revit by leveraging point cloud data. -Working with Autodesk Revit’s structure suite to model existing structural conditions at Level of Development 300 – 350 detail. -Working with Point Cloud data and FARO’s ‘As-Built’ plugin to aid in the re-creation of building elements at a 15mm accuracy within Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk… Show more Working within the Reality Capture team, undertaking tasks to model existing spaces; creating, documenting, and quality checking As-Built projects in Revit by leveraging point cloud data. -Working with Autodesk Revit’s structure suite to model existing structural conditions at Level of Development 300 – 350 detail. -Working with Point Cloud data and FARO’s ‘As-Built’ plugin to aid in the re-creation of building elements at a 15mm accuracy within Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk Navisworks and BIM 360 Issue Management to conduct quality assurance and amendment modelling. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Working within A2K's professional service team as a technical consultant, applying current MEP/Architectural Design skills and Revit knowledge in order to provide professional consultation & support for Autodesk Revit and other complementary suites.-Participation in Autodesk Learning Centre, A2K Vinzero, and Pinnacle training in order to learn current BIM, Revit, and Dynamo practices & techniques.-Obtaining and maintaining official Autodesk Instructor accreditation. -Providing… Show more Working within A2K's professional service team as a technical consultant, applying current MEP/Architectural Design skills and Revit knowledge in order to provide professional consultation & support for Autodesk Revit and other complementary suites.-Participation in Autodesk Learning Centre, A2K Vinzero, and Pinnacle training in order to learn current BIM, Revit, and Dynamo practices & techniques.-Obtaining and maintaining official Autodesk Instructor accreditation. -Providing training and project consultation to clients, to assist clients with understanding how to employ & leverage Autodesk Revit and complementary suites to ensure their projects achieve the best possible outcome.-Providing pre-sale and post-sale consultation alongside the sales team, to aid in the demonstration, explanation, and training of Revit and addons such as Bluebeam Revu, and Avail.-Assisting the Strategic Services Consultant with creating, updating, maintaining, and controlling Revit & BIM manuals, datasets, information sheets, and presentation slides that are used for internal and external education.-Assisting the Digital Advisory and Professional Services Lead with the scheduling & coordination of technical staff located across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring our clients have the most appropriate technical resource assigned to their needs.-Providing technical assistance to clients who are facing technical problems, by either resolving, or escalating their problem to the appropriate party. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

As a Junior technical consultant within A2K's professional service team, I learned how to apply and expand upon existing Revit & BIM knowledge in order to provide professional support & consultation for Autodesk Revit and other complementary suites.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

The journey into design began in mid 2018 which marked the first semester of my first year studying architecture and urban planning, in this time I have also sought work in the field to gain exposure to how a QBCC licensed designer/builder approaches design in comparison to an AIA registered architect, using these lessons to improve my understanding and workflows. Detailed below are the topics that have been covered through my Bachelors. -Architectural History-Architectural… Show more The journey into design began in mid 2018 which marked the first semester of my first year studying architecture and urban planning, in this time I have also sought work in the field to gain exposure to how a QBCC licensed designer/builder approaches design in comparison to an AIA registered architect, using these lessons to improve my understanding and workflows. Detailed below are the topics that have been covered through my Bachelors. -Architectural History-Architectural Materiality -Basics of 2D/3D Design Techniques -Construction Drawing Standards-Presenting a set of Construction Drawings -Structural Engineering Basics and Standards-Presenting a set of Structural Engineering Drawings-MEP/Building Services Basics and Standards-Presenting a set of MEP Drawings -Designing to hypothetical client briefs -Presenting designs in response to hypothetical briefs-Exposure & designing to local council codes -Exposure & designing to Australian/BCC standards-Theoretical study in Urban Planning -Exposure to current Urban Planning practices -Learning current Stakeholder Engagement Practices & Impacts-Preparing a detailed Stakeholder Engagement Plan on a hypotethical project-Preparing a critical Stakeholder Evaluation Report on a real world project-Preparing a Site Appraisal Report, Proposal Report, and generating a Design Proposal for a hypothetical project located within my own street Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Aiding with modelling, drawing, and admin of projects as instructed. Using analog and digital (Revit) methods.-Working with Australian Standards in order to create compliant and detailed technical drawings in Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk Revit to model spaces, and also create contextual assets (such as furniture, and client specific equipment). -When required, aiding in the updating of Room Data sheets, Fixtures & Fittings sheets and other administration… Show more Aiding with modelling, drawing, and admin of projects as instructed. Using analog and digital (Revit) methods.-Working with Australian Standards in order to create compliant and detailed technical drawings in Autodesk Revit. -Using Autodesk Revit to model spaces, and also create contextual assets (such as furniture, and client specific equipment). -When required, aiding in the updating of Room Data sheets, Fixtures & Fittings sheets and other administration documentation.-Aiding in the drafting of any other documentation as directed by management. Show less

This amazing contract Draftsman role had me learning and aiding in the creation of technical drawings of house designs, both new builds, and existing with renovations achieved by using Chief Architect and Revit Lite. Furthermore I was able to setup a simple job tracking system to aid in the project management, enabling better priortisation and tracking of wins and losses.-Going to visit clients and site, aiding with the input in design options.-Aiding with with the measure up of… Show more This amazing contract Draftsman role had me learning and aiding in the creation of technical drawings of house designs, both new builds, and existing with renovations achieved by using Chief Architect and Revit Lite. Furthermore I was able to setup a simple job tracking system to aid in the project management, enabling better priortisation and tracking of wins and losses.-Going to visit clients and site, aiding with the input in design options.-Aiding with with the measure up of existing housing when required.-Using working with relevant council codes and third parties to ensure the clients design will have minimal issue with approval.-Outputs Include: -Site Plans -Floor Plans -Framing Plans -Elevations -Sections -Details Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Responsible for the administration and supervision of the PTE-A exam, Pearson VUE provides various exams for different industries. However the PTE-A exam is focused on English proficiency, grading a candidate on their ability to speak, read, and listen. IES is one of the many sponsors that provide the PTE-A exam. -Managing, preparing, issuing, and collecting PTE-A examination equipment and systems.-Administration of the PTE-A exam schedules.-Admitting candidates into the PTE-A… Show more Responsible for the administration and supervision of the PTE-A exam, Pearson VUE provides various exams for different industries. However the PTE-A exam is focused on English proficiency, grading a candidate on their ability to speak, read, and listen. IES is one of the many sponsors that provide the PTE-A exam. -Managing, preparing, issuing, and collecting PTE-A examination equipment and systems.-Administration of the PTE-A exam schedules.-Admitting candidates into the PTE-A exam.-Supervising the PTE-A testing environment to ensure that the test is conducted fairly, and smoothly. -Adhering to Pearson VUE guidelines to ensure that the PTE-A exams are conducted according to outlined policies and procedures. -Assisting with keeping track of test room supplies and equipment. Show less

Tour Guide for Japanese High School students - taking Japanese students on tours around Brisbane City, in addition to participating in online Zoom calls interacting with Japanese students. -Organizing places to visit within the CBD.-Being responsible for 6 - 10 Japanese Students.-Interacting and educating students on Australia Study life, and culture.

Nundah, Queensland, Australia

Contract Role assisting with the training of Australian Certified Organics administrators during the AO and ACO de-merge -Training administrators for duties involving, invoicing, application processing, and audit coordination.

Brisbane, Australia

In this role I was responsible for the administration and coordination of ACO's domestic and international audits. I departed from this role due to returning to full time study. -Responsible for the management and coordination of 45+ auditors contracted with ACO.-Arranging and managing domestic & international audits with 3,000 audits being conducted per-year.-Liaising with over 2,400 clients both domestically and internationally in regards to the scheduling, and administration… Show more In this role I was responsible for the administration and coordination of ACO's domestic and international audits. I departed from this role due to returning to full time study. -Responsible for the management and coordination of 45+ auditors contracted with ACO.-Arranging and managing domestic & international audits with 3,000 audits being conducted per-year.-Liaising with over 2,400 clients both domestically and internationally in regards to the scheduling, and administration of clients annual, additional, and unannounced audits.-Training and mentoring new and/or temporary administration staff in office administration tasks, and/or audit coordination tasks.-Collecting, managing and processing domestic audit invoices.-Issuing and managing Certifications (ACOS/National Standard, NOP, USDA NOP, JAS, Korea, IFOAM, COSMOS, and more).-Administrative management of client details and documentation.-Responsible for the on-boarding, processing, and discharging of client information.-Recording and assigning Corrective Action Reports, Organic Farm Plan/Organic Handling Plan Updates, Applications, Seed Declarations, and Deferral Requests to the Certification team.-Assisting with the scheduling and booking of Auditor Training and Auditor Events. Show less

In this period of time I undertook various temporary administration positions, normally being short-term roles 2 - 4 weeks. Tasks were focused around general administration and reception duties. -General Admin ( Invoicing, processing orders, and scheduling ) -General Reception ( Office maintenance, assisting customers & clients face to face and over the phone )

Brisbane, Australia

During my time at CWA I was responsible for the administration and management of CWA platforms. I addition to being the first point of contact for CWA clients when they needed assistance with their CWA platforms. -Providing Helpdesk support over the phone, and via email.-Onboarding new clients into the Creditworks platform’s, setting up their accounts in detail, liaising with clients throughout the process and providing training to newly onboarded clients. In addition to creating… Show more During my time at CWA I was responsible for the administration and management of CWA platforms. I addition to being the first point of contact for CWA clients when they needed assistance with their CWA platforms. -Providing Helpdesk support over the phone, and via email.-Onboarding new clients into the Creditworks platform’s, setting up their accounts in detail, liaising with clients throughout the process and providing training to newly onboarded clients. In addition to creating and modifying training documents for both internal and external use.-Providing DNBi, Equifax, ICMS, and DBI reports to clients upon request, in addition to State Government Certificate of Titles, Land Titles, and Encumbrances for clients upon request.-Contacting Australian, and New Zealand government departments on behalf of clients, or to assist with internal questions.-Keeping track and creating a wide range of excel spreadsheets to help keep the Operations team up-to-date.-Reviewing tasks, and accounts created by other members, fixing, and providing feedback to help with the overall quality of CWA products. Furthermore, reviewing and fixing a wide range of legal text’s (i.e Terms and Conditions, Privacy and Policy, and Guarantor Agreements).-Assisting with Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) registrations, discharges, verification/financing statements and questions. Both for our PPS platform and the Australian or New Zealand Government PPS website. -Handling the transactions, invoicing, and payments of platforms in addition to working with our Victoria accounts team.-Booking Hotels, and Rental cars for the Sales Team, and Upper Management.-Proposing and implementing new procedures and solutions to benefit the Operations teams cohesion with all departments.-Using previous game design project leading and workflows to find new and quicker ways for the creation of accounts, and applications. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

My time at Cavalier involved being the face of the Wakerley depot, providing administration support, and sales assistance. -Helping Customers and Clients with shipping container inquiries and prospective sales either face to face, over the phone, via email, or other messaging systems. -Creating spreadsheets and documents to help keep track of the containers details (size, grade, price, year) between our Wakerley and Brisbane Depot.-Being the first point of contact and liaison… Show more My time at Cavalier involved being the face of the Wakerley depot, providing administration support, and sales assistance. -Helping Customers and Clients with shipping container inquiries and prospective sales either face to face, over the phone, via email, or other messaging systems. -Creating spreadsheets and documents to help keep track of the containers details (size, grade, price, year) between our Wakerley and Brisbane Depot.-Being the first point of contact and liaison for the Wakerley Depot.-Facebook and Internet advertising to help promote Cavalier services. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

During my time at Concentrix I was responsible for providing technical support for a wide range of Apple products, in addition to the administration, and scheduling of product repairs. -Helping Customers with iPhone iOS and Mac OSX technical software and hardware problems. In addition to booking in and providing information relevant to Apple Retail Stores and Service Providers over the phone.-On-going training to qualify in a range of iOS, and Mac OSX products such as iPhone, iPod… Show more During my time at Concentrix I was responsible for providing technical support for a wide range of Apple products, in addition to the administration, and scheduling of product repairs. -Helping Customers with iPhone iOS and Mac OSX technical software and hardware problems. In addition to booking in and providing information relevant to Apple Retail Stores and Service Providers over the phone.-On-going training to qualify in a range of iOS, and Mac OSX products such as iPhone, iPod, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Airport, Beats, and more.-Administration involving the collection and processing of customer documentation to aid with the repairs of a device, the retrieval of an Apple ID, the refund of a physical or digital purchase, the approval and activation of Apple exclusive/bonus content, and when needed the transfer of relevant information. to an appropriate department for further action when required.-Assisting Customers with Account Security related issues; Forgotten details, Account Theft, and Creation. Show less

Brisbane City West End

As an intern I was able to suggest project concepts to the Story Box team, and from that was able to go ahead with a development project. I was tasked with creating a team of interns under my direction. My role was to assist, manage, and guide the team to their production deadlines. Furthermore I contributed to the creation of 3d assets, including character rigs, and animation in 3ds Max. Additionally my tasks in Unreal Engine 4 included Blueprint programming Artificial Intelligence, Creating… Show more As an intern I was able to suggest project concepts to the Story Box team, and from that was able to go ahead with a development project. I was tasked with creating a team of interns under my direction. My role was to assist, manage, and guide the team to their production deadlines. Furthermore I contributed to the creation of 3d assets, including character rigs, and animation in 3ds Max. Additionally my tasks in Unreal Engine 4 included Blueprint programming Artificial Intelligence, Creating animated characters, User Interface systems , and Game mechanics. Through my direction my team and I wear able to produce a high quality pre-alpha 'proof of concept' environment (as shown below). In Summary Tasks Included: -Project and Team Management of a small Digital and Interactive Video Game Team.-Creating Complex and unwrapping 3d Meshes in 3ds Max, and texturing 3d meshes in photoshop.-Building Technical Art and Rigging for 3d Meshes and creating animations with 3ds Max and importing animations into Unreal Engine 4.-Working with the Unreal Engine 4 creating and managing level design, blueprint programming, and content packages.-Using Visual recording equipment to record reference imagery for 3d models, and animations (such as walk cycles, real life faces for. 3d character mesh)-Creating Complex Unreal Engine 4 blueprints in regards to artificial intelligence I.e. animation blend blueprints, animation tree’s, and character blueprints. Show less

Bachelor'S Degree, Architecture Major / Urban Planning Minor, Graduated

I have successfully completed Bachelor studies in the architectural field, in addition to minor studies in urban planning at QUT. I’ve.

Diploma, Digital And Interactive Games, Graduated

Activities and Societies: 3d Art , Technical Art (Character Rigging), Animation, Texturing and Photoshop, Games Development, IT.

Certificate, Cet Iii In Digital Media, Graduated

Activities and Societies: Basic Film, Basic Graphics, 2d and 3d Animations, Photography, Team based work, Contribute to work health.

High School, Co2 Canister Race Car Team, Made It To State Races/Passed

Activities and Societies: Team Leadership, Learning about production cycles, Presenting complex presentations to judges and clients.

High School, Graduated

Activities and Societies: Re-Engineering Australia, Australian Navy Cadets, School Of Excellence Visual Art, Legal Studies, Art, 3d.