ARMANDO S. MATUS
Architect / Designer Draftsman
License Number: 14407 (Professional Regulation Commission,Phils.)
UAE Address: Nakheel Road, Ras Al Khaimah
E-mail Address: ************@*****.***
Mobile Number: 050-*******
A motivated and willing professional who seeks to utilize my creativity and working experience I have gained through the years and be able to contribute to the organization's growth and development. I am an individual who is willing to learn and venture into another field related to my profession thus enlarging my capability.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
Position: EXTERIOR DESIGNER - DRAFTSMAN
Company: Gulf Craft Incorporated, Design-Detailing Department
Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates
2015 - 2017
Job Description:
A. Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting on board to compile measurements as necessary.
B. Draw rough and detailed scale plans for exterior areas of the yachts using AUTOCAD, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, specification sheet, marine regulations and other data.
C. Coordinate structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation in order to graphically represent in architectural drawings.
D. Revise drawings and layouts to accommodate changes and enhancements.
E. Collaborate with coordinators, production managers and engineering team on projects.
F. Maintain the library of architectural drawings and specifications and ensuring all drawings are controlled, distributed and retrievable whenever required in conjunction with document controller.
Position: INTERIOR DESIGNER - DRAFTSMAN
Company: Sayer Yachts, FZC, Design Department
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
2008 - 2014
Job Description:
A. Conceptualize the design of the interior of the boat from preliminary up to the final design. Approves and selects together with the designing director materials to be used such as veneer and fabrics.
B. Draws and issues interior working drawings to the carpentry department for implementation.
C. Supervise and approves samples done by the carpentry department. Work closely with the carpentry head to monitor that designs are strictly being followed.
D. Makes all as-built drawings of the finished boat and makes necessary adjustments for the next one.
E. Prepares boat catalogues, boat show stands and magazine ad layouts for advertising purposes of the finished boat.
Position: INTERIOR DESIGN DRAFTSMAN
Company: Gulf Craft Incorporated, Interior Design Department
Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates
2004 – 2008
Job Description:
A.Conceptualize and create interior designs for the future boats, mainly small and medium boat sizes. Works closely with the exterior designer to create harmony in design. Continuously updates with the current trend in yacht interiors for ideas in latest materials, lines and styles.
B.Prepares interior sketches and presentations for approval by the chairman and design head. Choose and make fabric sample boards for clients, updates the as-built drawing requirements for interiors and occasionally supplies working drawings requested by the production.
C.Checks records of fabric supplies, keep files of finished as-built drawings and maintains a library of catalogues and magazines Monitors the seasonal interior construction of new boats to comply with the design.
D.Attends the annual Dubai International Boat Show for international exposure in boat and yachts.
Position: INTERIOR DESIGNER-DRAFTSMAN
Company: Jaidah Motors and Trading Company, Furniture Department
Doha, Qatar
2003 – 2004
Job Description:
A.As an Interior Designer, create furniture layouts, curtain designs, some fabricated furniture and presentation layouts for residential villas, palaces, government / private offices, hotels and commercial shops using both manual / computerized drawings such as AUTOCAD and Office programs.
B.As a Salesman, responsible in maintaining good display of furniture items inside the showroom, assists and transacts business with the customers, occasionally participates in receiving / delivery of items, assist in inventory checking and keeping sales records.
C.As an Assistant ISO Coordinator, helps in preparing and updating necessary documents for annual ISO checking as well as keeping log books and records.
D.Performs reasonable activities from time to time such as visiting sites, customer’s houses, securing necessary documents for project bidding and delivers items to clients.
Position: INTERIOR DESIGNER
Company: Magic Fingers Establishment, Al-Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2000 – 2002
Job Description:
A.Create designs for clients such as gypsum ceilings, curtains and furniture layouts for residential villas, private offices, boutiques and other commercial shops.
B.Does the working drawings required by the construction department.
C.Occasionally makes planning and design required by certain clients.
D.Conducts site supervision to ensure that designs are being followed.
E.Occasionally assist customers in design and furniture selecting at the showroom.
Position: COMPANY ARCHITECT - DRAFTSMAN
Company: Goldsign Development Corporation, Paranaque City, Philippines
1998 – 2000
Job Description:
A.In-charge of the over-all drawing requirements of the company from preliminary designs to shop drawings and as-built plans.
B.Prepares quantity of materials, materials sourcing and final quotation for some minor projects.
C.As Project Coordinator, transacts with the suppliers for the materials to be used in the project.
D.Handles the securing of necessary permits for the project, from building permit to occupancy permit and attend biddings conducted by prospective clients.
Position: ARCHITECT – DRAFTSMAN
Company: JJEFWA Builders, Bulacan, Philippines
1997 – 1998
Job Description:
A.Prepares designs for prospective clients and fabrication drawings.
B.As an Estimator, helps the engineers in quantifying materials take-off and canvassing of construction materials.
C.Participates occasionally in some office works such as materials sourcing and preparation of manpower payroll.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
1988 – 1993 Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Technological Institute of the Philippines, Manila
SEMINAR AND TRAINING ATTENDED:
1999 – 2000 Master in Architecture
(for two semesters) (Major in Construction Technology Management)
Technological University of the Philippines, Manila
1999 AUTOCAD for the Professional
Crescent Technologies Institute, Manila
2016 RINA Academy, Dubai, UAE
Class & Statutory For Yachts, How To Prepare Relevant Surveys
PERSONAL DATA;
Name: Armando Salvador Matus
Address: Oman Road, Nakheel, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Date of Birth: January 31, 1971
Place of Birth: Obando, Bulacan, Philippines
Civil Status: Married
Spouse’s Name: Leny Tecon Matus
Citizenship: Filipino
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Weight: 170 lbs.
Religion: Christian
Sex: Male
Language Spoken: English and Filipino
With valid UAE driving license