Ankit Surti

http://www.ankitsurti.com/ PROFILE: Completed Masters in Architecture (Professional) in 2012 and also completed Bachelor of Building Science degree in 2007 at Victoria University of Wellington, NZ. CAREER OBJECTIVE: I am seeking role within a successful architectural practice that offers a variety of projects where I can gain experience in various phases of a project from the conceptual to the documentation process and build upon the future for my architectural registration. I look forward to a future where I can further develop the skills that I have learnt from my academic studies and build on the experience that I have gained from previous roles. WORK EXPERIENCE Nov 2012 - Mar 2013: Architectural Graduate Stufkens + Chambers Architects, Christchurch Forming part of the technical team and working on residential Canterbury Rebuild projects. The task involved on-site investigations, assessments and producing accurate drawings of existing residential homes in ArchiCAD for further documentation, assessments and phases of remedial work that needs to be carried out for consent purpose. Accurate plans were also developed for geo-techs and engineers for further analysis, reports and recommendations on remedial work for the next phases. Gaining valuable construction and technical knowledge. Understanding of working drawings and producing accurate drawings from measure-ups and sketches carried out on-site. Gaining experience and knowledge of building consent regulations, requirements and the process for Canterbury Rebuild projects. Developing ArchiCAD skills and efficiency. Developing communication skills and understanding the importance of communication with other professionals in the industry. Understanding the importance of deadlines and ensuring tasks are completed within the timeframe. Gaining valuable experience working within an architectural practice and the industry. Architectural Internship in Singapore New Space: International Architectural Practice Working in a team on concepts and developed design on a mix-use urban project to be built in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The task involved assisting in developing concepts and rigorously testing ideas for faade
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development and the elevations for the mix-use project which consists of four 21 storey residential towers. The task also, involved assisting in developing the urban landscape feature of the project and other assistance needed for 2D and 3D modeling and drafting using SketchUP, AutoCAD and Revit. Click here to view the project. Achievements: Understanding the development processes of a large scale project. Understanding the various regulations and documentations used in the project to be built in overseas. Understanding the importance of communication with the client. Experience in working within a team and my responsibilities. Gaining experience in presentation skills. Gaining experience in 2D drafting and 3D modeling. Experience in working with people from vast cultural backgrounds. Casual Assistant Smart Power Ltd, Wellington Task involved analysing and evaluating energy consumption for various commercial buildings around the Wellington region in order to prepare energy audits that provide a study of energy consumption, recommendations and cost effective opportunities for energy savings. Understanding of energy management and efficiency. Understanding various engineering and HVAC systems involved on-site. Gaining valuable knowledge in various energy efficient products and materials. Experience in writing professional reports and communication. Experience in using AS/NZS 3598:2000 for Level 2 Energy Audits. Casual Assistant Right House, Wellington To assist with simulating energy and the thermal performance of various residential building designs in order to evaluate its energy efficiency and develop further recommendations for energy efficient homes. The task involved using various software packages such as AccuRate, ALF and SunREL to assist with the simulations. Understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency. Gaining experience in various energy efficient products and materials. Experience in using Energy Efficiency Clause H1 of the NZBC for Annual Loss Factor (ALF) calculations. Understanding methods of construction and material properties in residential building designs for analysing energy and thermal conditions. Understanding of energy simulations and their capabilities.
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Research Assistant Victoria University of Wellington A Research Project carried out in order to simulate physical daylight into spaces. The idea was to create 'real' visualisations rather than realistic renders through various settings and presets in 3D Studio Max (3dsmax). The research project was carried out as part of assisting and gathering information for a presentation at the Autodesk University Conference in Las Vegas by Michael Donn, senior lecturer at Victoria University School of Architecture in Wellington, New Zealand on: Simulating Reality: Daylight and Lighting in Architecture with Autodesk 3dsmax. To view the renders and the presentation click here.

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Understanding of real simulations and visualisation. Understanding of using various presets and settings in 3dsmax for 3D rendering, modeling and animation. Gaining presentation and 3D rendering skills. Getting renders looking real. Grocery Assistant Whitby New World Porirua, Wellington Check-out supervisor Maintain stock levels in the shop Usually in charge of the drinks department including liquor Experience in Customer service Develop Communication skills Handling with cash register and administration

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EDUCATION Completed in 2012: Completed in 2007: Masters in Architecture (Professional) [MArch (Prof)] Bachelor of Building Science (BBSc) Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. Aotea College Porirua, Wellington NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3

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AWARDS ACHIEVED 2006 and 2005: 2002 - 2004 SKILLS: Awarded a $3000 Scholarship for Tertiary Education by Fletcher Construction each year Awarded Massey University Vice Chancellor's Award each year Customer Service Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills Communication skills Presentation skills Using various CAD softwares for drafting, modeling and simulation

CAD softwares include: SketchUP , ArchiCAD, Revit, AutoCAD,

3dsmax

Simulation softwares: SuNREL, Ecotect, Lumen Designer, Light

Studio, ALF, Insul, CATT Acoustic, Ashrae Comfort, AccuRate.

Web Design and Presentation softwares: Photoshop, Illustrator,

InDesign, Dreamweaver, Sony Vegas. Knowledge of NZS 3604: Timber Design Knowledge of AS/NZS 3598:2000 and Level 2 Energy Audits Knowledge of the NZ Building Code, Compliance documents and Standards. NATIONALITY: PORTFOLIO: New Zealand Citizen To view my Portfolio click here To view the document version of my Portfolio click here