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Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

ESIP is a new, strategic development assistance program supported by the Australian Government and managed by Cardno. The Program will support PNG to address the challenges in providing quality infrastructure that meets the needs of its growing population and allows it to fulfil its growth potential by improving the planning, prioritisation, delivery and sustainability of infrastructure in PNG. ESIP will work across key economic and social infrastructure sectors at the project, sectoral and national levels.Key responsibilitiesUsing my experience in interpreting design documentation and specifications as they are applied during the construction phase of the various building projects. ● Assist the Infrastructure Project Manager (IPM) in monitoring and assessing quality of construction works on sites, specifically the architectural design and detailing aspects. ● Provide technical advice to resolve RFI’s and design clarifications. ● Review alternative product requests and provide recommendations and approvals. ● Carry out comprehensive assessments of potential alternate design solutions and provide advice on implications to program, budget and quality of outcomes. ● Assess architectural design and technical options to ensure compliance with standards and codes. ● Ensure that the architectural integrity of the design is maintained during construction. ● Carryout quality reviews of construction works to ensure works comply with building standards. ● Organise and manage external quality reviews reporting procedures. ● Assist the IPM in assessing variations related to design and technical items. ● Assess and provide advice regarding selection and application of interior finishes, fixtures and equipment. ● Project Manage construction projects.

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Cardno is providing project management support to the Joint Understanding Technical Enabling Unit (TEU) in Papua New Guinea.Funded by the Australian government through the Australian aid program, the TEU will support the effective implementation of capital infrastructure investments outlined in the Joint Understanding on further Bilateral Cooperation on Health, Education and Law and Order between the government of Australia and the government of Papua New Guinea. Key responsibilitiesUsing my experience in interpreting design documentation and specifications as they are applied during the construction phase of the various building projects. ● Assist the Infrastructure Project Manager (IPM) in monitoring and assessing quality of construction works on sites, specifically the architectural design and detailing aspects. ● Provide technical advice to resolve RFI’s and design clarifications. ● Review alternative product requests and provide recommendations and approvals. ● Carry out comprehensive assessments of potential alternate design solutions and provide advice on implications to program, budget and quality of outcomes. ● Assess architectural design and technical options to ensure compliance with standards and codes. ● Ensure that the architectural integrity of the design is maintained during construction. ● Carryout quality reviews of construction works to ensure works comply with building standards. ● Organise and manage external quality reviews reporting procedures. ● Assist the IPM in assessing variations related to design and technical items. ● Assess and provide advice regarding selection and application of interior finishes, fixtures and equipment. ● Project Manage various sized construction projects.

Brisbane, Australia

Cottee Parker Architects is a full service Australian architecture firm with offices in Brisbane and Melbourne and major project deliveries current nationwide and overseas.Key responsibilities ● Produce documentation on various multi residential projects ● Work closely with builders to answer RFIs ● Liaise with consultants

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

PNG Forest Products (PNGFP) has developed into an industry leader and an invaluable player in the building of a better Papua New Guinea. By identifying needs, and maximising resources and opportunities the company has evolved from its beginnings in alluvial gold dredging in the 1930's to a fully integrated timber and plywood processing establishment employing over 1250 staff and supplying both the domestic and export markets with plywood, kit set buildings and sawn timber products. PNGFP specialises in the design, architecture, engineering and manufacture of prefabricated buildings.Key responsibilities ● Manage the design/drafting office staff, estimating staff and administration staff ● A total of upto 15 staff at a time with varying nationalities ● Produce weekly completion schedules for manufacturing ● Report directly to the Building Systems General Manager ● Assist in the design and documentation of new models ● Oversee all aspects of design/drafting/estimating and specification ● Support a team of designers and give technical clarification ● Improve the design team skills ● Supervision of building estimators and cost controllers ● Liaise with production staff on requirements ● Coach, train, mentor and guide the national work force to consistent high standard ● Liaise with clients, sales team, builders and consultants ● Meet with local business owners and Government officials

Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane

One of Queensland's most awarded home builders, Alliance Homes has built an enviable reputation for delivering superior service and outstanding quality homes for Queensland families.Key responsibilities ● Produce documentation on various residential projects ● Liaise with consultants ● Manage projects and report to the drafting manager ● Assist in the design and documentation of new home models

Brisbane, Australia

Phillips Smith Conwell Architects is a medium sized Brisbane based practice covering a broad spectrum of work from education, health, interiors, refurbishment, religious, commercial, correctional, aged care, laboratories, multi-residential and retail. The practice has been in operation since 1907 under the name T R Hall & G G Prentice.Key responsibilities ● Produce documentation on various health and education projects ● Liaise with consultants, builders and clients ● Manage projects and report to the director

Brisbane

Interworks Architects is a small firm that first started in 1997. The company provides personal service on a variety of projects from commercial, multi-residential, aged care and resorts.Key responsibilities ● Produce and oversee the documentation on large commercial project ● Liaise with consultants, builders and clients ● Manage large commercial project while reporting to the director.

Warrnambool - Victoria

Steel and Tippett is an innovative design firm providing building solutions to South-West Victoria. They have been developing a widely recognised design portfolio for over 15 years and specialise in residential, renovation, commercial and industrial projects.Key responsibilities ● Produce and oversee the documentation on various projects ● Assist in the design of various residential and commercial projects ● Liaise with clients and other consultants

Brisbane, Australia

Interworks Architects is a small firm that first started in 1997. The company provides personal service on a variety of projects from commercial, multi-residential, aged care and resorts.Key responsibilities ● Produce and oversee the documentation on various projects ● Liaise with consultants, builders and clients ● Assist in teaching student architects documentation and Archicad skills ● Manage large and small projects alone and as a team leader ● Running large and small scale projects alone while reporting to the director. ● Taking projects from design through to full documentation ● Being involved in the master planning and design on various projects

Certificate Iv Project Management, Project Management

Diploma Architectural Technology, Architecture