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Bojan Jaksic

Bojan Jaksic

New York, NY, US

 
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About 

Forward-thinking Architectural Designer offering more than 15 years ( 12 years in the EU and 3 years in the US ) of experience working on versatile Architecture, Interior, and Landmark projects. Dedicated to innovation and creating dynamic, unique final products. Expert in AutoCAD, Sketchup, Vray, Photoshop, MS Office and familiar with Revit, 3DStudio Max, Illustrator, GIS, and similar software. Motivated individual with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills with experience in improving a process. Enthusiastic Associate Architect is eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the architecture profession. Interested in LEED, attending Cooper Union continuing education.

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Employment 

GRAY SPACE ARCHITECTURE, NEW YORK, INETRIOR DESIGNER PROJECT LEAD

Drafting: existing conditions, prebuilds, test fits, rental and marketing plans, D1, D2, etc., CDs with oversight, calculating usable/rentable SF, site surveys, and peer reviews.
• Construction: review submittals, answer RFIs, onsite supervision, filing coordination, communicate on design needs, manage up to lead, punch list.
• Develop an understanding of what should be included in a client presentation based on the meeting agenda.
• Prepare design presentation documents, renderings, and materials.
• Implement design direction based on leadership feedback.
• Oversee junior staff members and coordinate their activities.
• Review the work produced by other staff and provide corrections and guidance.
• Manage one or more projects simultaneously. Nearly flawless drafting leads to the development of several CDs being drafted by project managers and associates.
• Communication lead with clients, full redline reviews of CDs.
• Coordinate directly with clients, contractors, and third-party consultants.
• Manage up to the Senior project lead/Principal on the project stack and provide a suggested solution for issues that arise.
• Coordinate with Senior Project Lead on work effort proposals and fees.
• Update status report on a project stack.
• Facilitate project notification and project number for project stack.
• Produce designs and specifications for projects that meet or exceed Company standards.
• Conduct regular research and training into the use of new materials, methods, and disciplines to help develop the firm’s practice.
• Learn and master new software and technologies.
• Utilize AutoCAD and SketchUp to complete sketches, 2D drawings, and 3D models of architectural and interior designs, from design concept to execution.

May 2022 - current
 

Education 

Faculty of Architecture, University of Belgrade, Belgrade/Serbia, MArch, ADAPTIVE REUSE

Sep 2002 - Feb 2007
 

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