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NAME: Nigel Jason GILKISON

DATE OF BIRTH: 13 November 1970

OTHER: PC + Mac literate

INTERESTS: Apart from architecture, which is my greatest passion, I also enjoy indulging in a wide variety of other interests, including: photography, 20th century art, graphic design, evolution and genetics, science and technology, music and sports.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

I feel I have a lot to offer perspective employers because I am an honest and reliable individual who is highly motivated; thrives on challenges and always gives one hundred percent effort, whilst maintaining the highest standards of performance. My wide variety of interests assist me in relating well with people; both in the working environment, and when dealing with clients, consultants and contractors. I consider my international work experience and my intense passion for the subject of architecture as my greatest assets.

EDUCATION

TERTIARY

University of Auckland, Auckland, NZ. (1995-00). Gained direct entry to second year of BAS. Graduated with BAS (1998), Barch (2001).

Christchurch Polytechnic, Christchurch, NZ (1990-92)
Studied for NZ Certificate in Architectural Drafting. Received NZCD Arch in 1994, following three years compulsory work experience
'A' average pass grade.

University of Canterbury, Christchurch, NZ (1989)
Studied for Architecture Intermediate year (1989)
Psychology 103 C+ (12 credits)
Geography 101 C+ (12 credits)

SECONDARY

Temuka High School, South Canterbury, NZ
NZ School Certificate (1986)
Sixth Form Certificate (1987) - 'B' bursary gained
Higher School Certificate (1988)

EMPLOYMENT

NOV ’01 – CURRENT

Self employed- Contracted to design and document several residential dwellings and alterations to existing dwellings.
Contracted to produce graphic design identity for Around Alone 2002-2003, (Clipper Ventures plc) single handed, around the world yacht race, including logo, posters and promotional brochures.

JUN '00 – NOV ‘01

Self employed - Contracted to Architecture Workshop Ltd, 224a Oriental Parade, Wellington, NEW ZEALAND

POSITION: Junior Project Architect

DUTIES: Collaboration on design team of several commercial, residential and urban design projects. Production of 3D models, sketch plans and full working drawings, both by hand and on CAD (ArchiCAD) control of tender process; client liaison; site meetings and overseeing construction through to completion.

Working with Christopher Kelly, (previously 14 years with Renzo Piano Building Workshop), in a small team, based on the Piano ‘workshop’ philosophy.

NOV '96 - AUG '98

Self employed - whilst studying

POSITION: Contracted by parents to design and build new residential dwelling

DUTIES: Sole control of design and construction, from brief through to completion; acted as main contractor / foreman, on site through entire construction period. Tendered specialised subcontracts and supervised subcontractors; responsibility for overall cost maintenance. Responsible for construction of all non-specialist trades: carpentry; concretework, metalwork, roofing, linings etc.

NOV '95 - FEB '96

Atelier Pacific Ltd, 4/F 18 Stanley St, Central, HONG KONG

POSITION: Junior Project Architect

DUTIES: Collaboration on design of two commercial projects. Production of full working drawings, sole control of tender process; client liaison; site meetings and overseeing construction through to completion.

Working closely with director Nic Banks (previously with Foster (hk), Michel De Lucci, Ettore Sottsass), on design and construction issues.

OCT '93 - OCT '94

Iain MacDonald Arquitectura Diseno Ltd, 36-41 Clerkenwell Close, LONDON, EC1R 0AU

POSITION: Architectural Draughtsman

DUTIES: Preparing full working drawings, involvement in design studios and consultation with architects and consultants on design of commercial projects from brief through to completion. Production of basic plans, graphics and 3-D modelling on Mini-CAD. Design of furniture, fittings and specialist details. Consultation with engineers, client, contractor and suppliers.

Involvement on design team for three international design competitions, including collaboration with Italian architect Allesandro Mendini for Tate Gallery extension.

JUL '91 - MAR '93

Wilkie & Bruce Architects Ltd, 307 Durham St, Chch, NZ

POSITION: Architectural Draughtsman

DUTIES: Began as office junior, graduating through to developing full contract sets of documents and sole supervision of commercial and residential projects. Correspondence with clients, consultants, and contractors; site meetings and site inspections; issuing site instructions, variation orders and certificates of payment. Small amount of time spent on VersaCAD and ArchiCAD.

EXTRA CURRICULAR

1992 Burnside High School - Photography 1
1993/94 City University, London -Appr. Contemp.Arch 1+2
Edwin Lutyens
1993/94 City University, London - Architectural History 1,2+3
Art & ideas
1994 RIAS Conference, Edinburgh, SCOTLAND
1995 Accessory Architecture Conference, Auck University, NZ
1997 1st and 3rd place in national graphic design competition.

REFEREES

Christopher Kelly, James Fenton, Architecture Workshop Ltd, 224a Oriental Parade, Wellington, NZ, phone + 64 4 385 4438

Alec Bruce, Wilkie & Bruce Architects Ltd, 307 Durham St, P O Box 25141, Christchurch, NZ, phone + 64 3 379 7739

Iain MacDonald, Iain MacDonald Arquitectura Diseno Ltd, Now located in Basle, SWITZERLAND, phone +41 89 320 8479

Nic Banks, Atelier Pacific Ltd, 4/F 18 Stanley St, Central, HONG KONG, phone + 852 2869 8265

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