BENY SCHUCHMAN--www.linkedin.com/in/beny-schuchman
Career Profile
With over 20 years’ experience working as an Architect and Construction Projects Manager, I have overseen both residential and commercial design projects, built and delivered on developments worth over (US) $300million, leading more than 200 construction staff and contractors in large contract administration.
My experience also includes managing interfaces between developers, consultants and council to provide solutions considering building codes, design and budget.
I have a proven eye for detail in documentation, from design development through to construction, flair to both schematic and concept design, experience in drawing plans and presentations utilising sketch up and others instruments.
Skills
Develop & manage project plans, including scope, schedule, resources and related project items.
Budget, costing, profit/loss & reporting responsibilities.
Project management, including contract management.
Ability to translate clients’ vision into viable projects.
Strong ability to manage people and coach staff.
Business acumen from running my own business.
Concept design and implementation.
Interior design.
Balance between aesthetic and functionality.
Excellent drawing skills.
Revit, AutoCAD.
Work Experience
BN Group..................................................................................... Marc 2021 – Actual
Senior Architect / Project Lead
BN Group is a boutique architectural and design firm with a client base of leading companies, delivering projects throughout Australia and internationally, with a long history of excellence in master-planning and design for Retail, Mixed-use and Hospitality.
Responsibilities
Collaborating in a variety of Architectural & Design projects including Storage, Mix-Use High Rise, Industrial, and Retail.
Directing the production of construction documents, drawings and specifications
Coordination of architectural documents for potential clashes with other disciplines
Generally acting as the leading individual contributor and coordinator of design problem-solving
Conducting of research needed to complete architectural projects
Providing technical expertise and guidance in preparation of efficient datasets, layouts, work statements, drawings and delivery schedules
Helping monitor the flow of development activities to ensure completion of architectural work for new construction projects on time and on budget.
Provide support and assistance to the lead architect in all phases of a major project.
Architectural Projects-Management ………………………..………….….…………….….Aug 2018 – Feb 2021
Clients: Proceed Group
Proceed Group, a Sydney-based industrial property investment company, strategic activities, involving provision of architectural/project management solutions, as well as drawing and presentation to new prospects and current clients, project council approval and managing construction.
Responsibilities
Collaborating in a variety of Architectural & Design projects including Fit-Outs, Hotels, RSL’s, Residential High Rise, Houses, Commercial, Tunnel buildings and refurbishment.
Managing design development and documentation
Liaising with external clients, councils and consultants
Assisting on projects from the development application stage through to documentation, construction certification.
Concept designs, DA and CC documentation and for construction.
Site visit
As-build
Details for construction
Interior Design
Ignite Architects Limited..................................................................................... Jul 2015 – Jul 2018
Senior Architectural Documentation
Ignite successfully delivers master planning, architectural and interior design projects throughout New Zealand and in other locations worldwide.
Responsibilities
Completed DA and CC for the refurbishment of a four-level shopping centre with an approximately 56,000 sqm. The refurbishment included Aldi, Woolworths, Coles, Food Court, Shops and Offices.
Completed the entire modelling of Hoyts Cinemas in Blacktown of a total of 10 rooms as per follow: 1 Xtreme with capacity for 226 people; 5 Xtreme with capacity for 256 people each; 3 regulars with capacity for 90 people and 2 regulars with capacity for 77 people. This project was completed in 2 weeks. This project was a total of 1316 seats and I was also responsible for the main entry, amenities, concourse and bar lounge.
Completed a DA and layout for mix used complex of residential and retirement located in Moolloolaba, QLD. The building also included carpark with capacity for 947 cars.
Modelling architectural features according to specifications by architects, BCA and standards
Designing methods of construction, CC documentation
Plans detailing, Preparation, identification, issue of drawings
Project file management during and post project
The Bathla Group (NSW) Marc 2014 – April 2015
Senior Architectural Documentation
The Bathla Group is part of the Universal Property Group, a Sydney-based industrial property investment company.
Responsibilities
Completed modelling for 270 residential units including project analyses and review in less than three months.
Selected to be the Senior Architect for one of the most important project of the company to deliver the design of 300 townhouses. I was allocated to this project for about six weeks to enable the team to meet the short deadline keeping the quality standards.
Analysed and improved the layout of a mix used for retail and residential to ensure its meeting all the standards including landscape, structure, services, mechanical, hydraulic and electric.
Modelling architectural features according to specifications by architects, BCA and standards;
Designing methods of construction;
DA and CC documentation;
Communicate with contractors and suppliers on technical matters to resolve construction issues;
Plans detailing
Council of Canning (WA-Australia) May 2013 – Feb 2014
Drafting – Free Lancer
I was responsible for designing a condominium of 6 units for a group of investors. After finishing the concept and design, my work was progressed to Council approval (Council of Canning in WA)
I also drafted the renovation of two private houses in Perth – WA and of a Cellar Door in Sydney – NSW.
Responsibilities
Built CAD drawings based on information provided by customers and architects
Completed design work, including schematics and cost estimates for in-house projects
Helped to monitor the flow of development activities to ensure completion of architectural work for new construction projects
Directed the production of construction documents, drawings and specifications
Performed an array of administrative duties related to architectural construction projects such as code and zoning research, reviewing contractor payments and utility bills.
Beny Schuchman Architects (Sao Paulo – Brazil) May 2008 – Apr 2013
Director
I founded Beny Schuchman Architects in May 2008 with a goal of offering modern and functional architecture. I directed both day-to-day and strategic activities, involving provision of architectural/project management solutions, as well as drawing and presentation to new prospects and current clients.
Achievements
I worked on projects such as refit of a Jewellery Store on Oscar Freire Street, Sao Paulo (according to Excellence Mystery Shopping International Oscar Freire Street is the 8th most luxurious street in the world).
Managed the Fit-out for a high-end retailer at a top end shopping centre (Shopping Ibirapuera – Sao Paulo).
Projected and managed the construction of 2 branches stores for the Federal Bank of Brazil (Caixa Economica Federal).
I also worked for Strata Managements designing and implementing manuals and reference guides taking in consideration on local laws, aesthetics and functionality, including all specifications and details. While working for GK Strata (one of the biggest strata management in Brazil), I was also responsible for analyse and approve all building projects before and after construction.
Responsibilities
Prepared information regarding design, specifications, materials and equipment
Drew up costings, schedules and other elements associated with construction projects
Directed the production of construction documents, drawings and specifications
Coordinated schedules and staff resourcing
Coordinated architectural documents for potential clashes with other disciplines
Generally acted as the leading individual contributor and coordinator of design problem-solving
Oversaw that all necessary testing and commissioning is completed and subsequent information is reported
Built CAD drawings based on information provided by customers and engineers
Prepared engineering support for in-house projects
Conducted research needed to complete architectural projects
Completed design work, including schematics and cost estimates for in-house projects
Provided technical expertise and guidance in preparation of efficient datasets, layouts, work statements, drawings and delivery schedules
Helped to monitor the flow of development activities to ensure completion of architectural work for new construction projects on time and on budget.
Conducted studies and special projects on space planning, structural analysis, design feasibility and other related architectural issues
Supported and assisted lead architect in all phases of a major project.
Brookfield Corporation (Sao Paulo – Brazil) Jun 2007 - May 2008
Brookfield is a global alternative asset manager focused on property, renewable power and infrastructure assets with over $1,75 billion of assets under management. In Sao Paulo, Brookfield’s operating platforms include infrastructure, commercial office, construction, services and residential development.
Senior Project Manager
Achievements
Project managed a variety of projects, including apartments and office buildings, hotels and shopping centres.
I was the single point of contact for all stakeholders, including the property purchaser, contract administrators, legal representatives, architects, interior and landscape designers and other contractors.
Responsibilities
Coordinating and developing all Brookfield Sao Paulo projects, including defining and designing the final project, hiring and supervising all technical companies/staff
Oversaw and supervised a team of 12 architects and 2 interns.
De Fournier & Associates (Sao Paulo – Brazil) Jan 2005 - Apr 2007
De Fournier & Associates is one of the leading architectural firms in Brazil, operating in all segments of the real estate market, including hospitality, tourism and large urban projects serving both domestic and international markets.
Project Manager Sao Paulo Office
Achievements
Designed and built a golf resort for Donald Trump, using the expertise and input of Jack Nicholson
Designed and built a 60 rooms luxury hotel and 8 houses for Silvio Santos (a Brazilian entrepreneur, whose holdings include SBT, the third largest television network in Brazil)
Responsibilities
Responsible for the architectural design phase of feasibility study and for construction drawings
Directly managed 12 staff, including 8 architects and 4 interns.
Relevant Qualification
Bachelor of Architect and Urbanism, 1996
University of Belas Artes, São Paulo, Brazil
Interior Design, Certificate, 1992 (3 years of study)
Pan American School of the Arts, São Paulo, Brazil
Other Certificates
Construction – Contract Management – RAM-EDUCATION – May 2020.
Lumion Essential Training – LinkedIn – May 2020.
Dynamo 2.x Essential Training – LinkedIn – May 2020.
Construction Management: Project Delivery Methods – LinkedIn – February 2020
BIM Management Careers – LinkedIn – January 2020.
Revit Architecture – TAFE – August 2015.
Personal and Professional Coaching – Brazilian Coaching Society - Jun 2012.
Project Management Instalment of Urban Land - SECOVI - September 2010.
Revit Architecture - Auto Desk - August 2008.
Master Bovespa - Senac (Broker)- August 2008.
Reinforced Concrete and Structural Masonry – Pinni – August 2006.
