Baliram Birbal
San Fernando
Summary
I am skilled in both residential new construction and remodeling projects. Experience with high-profile clients on design of multi-million-dollar properties involving challenging site placement. Focused on green design with eye for luxury. Versatile Architect accomplished at designing commercial and residential structures of varying styles and purposes. Career spanning 40+ years with record of sound, sustainable design that meets or exceeds standards.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Design and Architectural Consultant
Independant Design Consultants Ltd
01.2024 - Current
- Worked collaboratively with design leadership in establishing format, drawing assignments, deliverable objectives and deadlines.
- Created visually compelling presentations that illustrated the benefits of proposed architectural designs while addressing potential concerns of clients and stakeholders.
- Improved client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality architectural designs and solutions.
- Developed cost-effective plans for projects, resulting in reduced construction expenses for clients.
- Optimized space utilization by creating efficient floor plans that catered to clients'' specific requirements.
- Delivered detailed technical drawings using advanced software tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit.
- Developed and communicated project goals and constraints, client objectives, design criteria, budget parameters and schedule requirements.
- Evaluated site conditions and constraints to develop optimal architectural solutions for clients'' needs.
- Secured new business opportunities through effective networking and relationship building within the industry.
Housing Developer & Designer
Self-employed
09.1981 - Current
- Worked closely with clients to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for implementation.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering a collaborative learning environment and supporting professional growth.
- Translated customer requirements into written use cases for housing developments.
- Coordinated with project management on database development timelines.
- Integrated constructive programs into cohesive product.
- Designed customized solutions for proposals to potential customers.
Technical Drawing Teacher & Dean
Government, Trinidad And Tobago
02.1981 - 12.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Technical Teacher Training Diploma - Technical Drawing And Architecture
John Donaldson Technical Institute
Port Of Spain, Trinidad07.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Technical Diploma
San Fernando Technical Institute
07.1980
Skills
- Site analysis
- Interior design
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Building codes expertise
- Design development
- Structural engineering
- Project Management
- Technical Architecture Design
- Project Planning
- Engineering Documentation
- Technical training
- AutoCAD expertise
- Landscape architecture
Timeline
Design and Architectural Consultant
Independant Design Consultants Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Housing Developer & Designer
Self-employed
09.1981 - Current
Technical Drawing Teacher & Dean
Government, Trinidad And Tobago
02.1981 - 12.2020
Technical Teacher Training Diploma - Technical Drawing And Architecture
John Donaldson Technical Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Technical Diploma
San Fernando Technical Institute
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