VIIA Architects, Architect / Interior Designer / Project Manager
Description of duties:
I am responsible for the organization of projects related to architectural planning and interior design. There are usually 2-3 people in the team of which I am the supervisor, depending on the size of the project. I deal with contracting jobs, presenting work, setting deadlines, and constant communication with investors and external collaborators. I also deal with the preparation of technical documentation for obtaining a permit, as well as the production of complete projects for implementation. Using the knowledge I have obtained at the University, I organize team-building workshops, and employee meetings to ensure everybody is satisfied with working conditions. I am in charge of monitoring the implementation of projects and activities by collecting and updating data, visiting construction sites, and providing reports on the progress.
Major Achievements:
-Overseeing a team and ensuring that all the operations and campaigns are accomplished
-Conceiving the project, planning its execution, monitoring staff productivity, leading the team, and achieving effective outcomes
-Successfully met all project deadlines
-Training newly hired project personnel, as part of their induction program
-Successful implementation of several projects
Diplomat Magazie, The Hague, NL, Graphic editor
Description of Duties:
I am primarily responsible for graphic design and the organization of texts and photographs that I receive from associates. If necessary, I make small adjustments to fit the design. The process of forming a magazine is very short (about a week), so it can be said that it is done under pressure. I am in online communication with the main author of the magazine and the organizer of the event in order to make corrections after the submitted draft versions. I would also like to point out that this is a part-time job I do whenever there is a need for a new issue of the magazine or website articles.
Major Achievements:
- Remote communication
- Improving knowledge of graphic software - excellent presentation skills
- Involvement in diplomatic events throughout the Netherlands (and around the world)
- Dissemination of knowledge about other nationalities and cultures
- Excellent time management skills and preparation of magazines
- Pressure work - short time to produce the final version for digital and hard copy edition
NK Architects, Belgrade, Architect / Interior dsigner
My main responsibilities are focused on developing 3D renderings and technical drawings - elaboration of projects from the organization to the smallest details. The technical documentation of the project includes the development of sustainable design, water supply and sewerage, and electrical design. Also, a large part of the work I do on a daily basis is related to communication with investors, but also all external associates. I represent the link between these two parties, I collect offers through constant communication. Another segment of the work relates to going to the construction site and supervising the construction project's progress.
Major Achievements:
- Complete architecture project - elaboration of technical drawings
- Time management - organizing timelines and setting deadlines
- Organization of the adaptation process - coordination of several associates
- Supervision of the construction site
- Excellent communication skills
- Planned and monitored several projects from the beginning to their completion
Time studio, Junior Architect
Description of Duties:
I was in charge of designing residential buildings from the conceptual design to the construction projects; forming a conceptual solution based on the given parameters and in accordance with all laws. I also worked on housing community projects and their implementation in existing urbanism as well as infrastructure development. I was in charge of making 3D models of entire urban zones, but also housing units where we worked out the facade through proportions and materialization.
Major Achievements:
- Teamwork - constant communication with team members and compliance
- Development of a complete project for obtaining a construction permit
- Presentation of projects in front of the city commision
- Cooperation with city institutions on various projects
- Insight into the complete construction of the building - from the foundation to the facade
BG Invest, Architect Trainee
I was employed as a trainee during a project that was under construction. I was in charge of making technical drawings - plans, sections, and layouts. I had the opportunity to visit the construction site to collect data on the progress of the project and send reports.
Hausing Centar, Architect Trainee
During my employment in this organization, I had the opportunity to work with people in need for affordable housing. I supervised the construction site with superiors during the construction of houses for vulnerable nationalities. My main task was to design an inclusive center. I had the opportunity to meet the founder of the 'Evo Ruka' movement and the users of the center itself. I went to the center to get acquainted with the way they work and to acknowledge their needs for normal functioning. I was also a representative of the organization on the ERASMUS + project held in Spain. In addition to the Housing Center, representatives of Serbia were also from the Commissariat for Refugees and Migration. On that occasion, I had the opportunity to present the work of the organization and get acquainted with the work of international organizations from the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Albania and Bulgaria.
Univeristy of the People, Masters, Business Administration
Although architecture was my original choice of profession, during my work I realized that during our studies we did not pay enough attention to management and the way we can use the acquired knowledge in business. For that reason, I decided to enroll in the Master of Business Administration to broaden my knowledge. During my studies, I learned how to use my skills and implement them in my profession, which helped me advance in my current job. I gained qualities such as organization, managing timelines and deadlines, budget management, and the project organization process.
University of Brighton, GB, MArch, Architecture RIBA Part 2
Architectural Faculty, University of Belgrade, BArch, Architecture, RIBA Part 1
Perkins & Will thesis prize, 1st Place
Master’s project and thesis - award for awareness of the architectural environment that can affect human behavior and wellbeing
Will and Partners Award, 1st Place
Master’s project and thesis- award for developing design skills and exploring innovative ways of designing
Architects Journal magazine - Student edition July 2019, Nomination
- graduate project and thesis published in the student edition of the journal
- elected representative from professors for the University of Brighton postgraduate course
MAKE Award for Excellence in Architecture, 3rd Place
RIBA Sussex Branch prize, Nomination
