AutoCAD
Virankit Gahlawat
Project Manager, Architect
Noida
Summary
- Design Head skilled in building relationships and effectively communicating complex concepts.
- Leads design team strategy to develop and achieve team goals.
- Achieved sales targets along with the design and closed deals.
- Demonstrates excellent organization and communication skills in fast-paced, dynamic environments, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders for maximum impact.
- Experienced in residential new construction and remodeling projects, including high-profile clients and multi-million-dollar properties with challenging site placements.
- Specializes in managing teams of engineers and architects both on-site and off-site. Possesses advanced knowledge of project scheduling, cost budgeting, sustainable design elements, and interior designing.
- With over 5 years of experience in both sales and the design industry, have earned an excellent reputation for problem-solving and improving customer satisfaction.
- Thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, excelling at multitasking, organization, and problem-solving. An organized and dependable candidate who successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Always willing to take on additional responsibilities to ensure the achievement of team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of Design- Sales + Design
Woodofa Lifestyle Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current
- Managed budgets for multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within allocated resources without sacrificing quality.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams, fostering effective communication channels that resulted in smoother project execution and increased client satisfaction.
- Led design team to create aesthetically pleasing and functional products that met client specifications and increased sales.
- Managed key accounts effectively, ensuring ongoing satisfaction while identifying upsell opportunities to drive additional revenue growth.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for business expansion and growth.
- Increased sales revenue by implementing innovative marketing strategies and optimizing team performance.
- Evaluated performance metrics of design projects post-implementation, identifying areas for improvement in future endeavors based on data-driven insights.
- Built a diverse and talented design team, recruiting top talent from various backgrounds to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to projects.
Manager -Sales + Design
Interior Lanes
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed and inspired team with design direction, pushing quality of design work and helping drive impact through teams.
- Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.
- Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
- Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team .
- Managed vendor relationships to source high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining budget adherence.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
Design Lead- Sales+Design
Interior company -SquareYards
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Generated new sales strategies and helped team to gain more business and achieve the targets.
- Understood the clients needs and provided solutions in defined budget.
- Pitched the product to the new prospects in order to get them on-board.
- Worked closely with the designers in preparation of 3D visualization in time and get the business counted.
- Identified emerging markets and the new products along with the competitors status.
Principal Architect
Nitara Projects Limited
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Handled the team of engineers, architects and site supervisors.
- Managed designing and execution of 10 different projects at the same time.
- Conducted pre-planning studies for new construction and renovations to buildings and facilities that included specialized functions.
- Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Monitored and analyzed project costs and resource allocation to mitigate overages.
- Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during on site discussions.
- Prepared detailed fee estimates used to coordinate with architect-engineering firms for design services.
Architectural Designer
Houme lifestyle
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Worked on different residential projects developing layouts, external facades and interiors.
- Coordinated drawings on site with the contractors and vendors.
- Verified construction documentation conformed to quality assurance standards and client requirements.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Created and updated project cost analysis spreadsheets.
Architectural Intern
Myth Media Labs
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Designed and handled on-site construction of HIT FM current studio and office.
- Worked on different 3D's of FM studios.
- Worked over modifications to complete working drawing sets.
- Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input in acoustic project designs.
- Created and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Sketch-up.
- Designed custom furniture adapted to floor plans, working closely with multiple furniture vendors.
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of renovations and new project.
Education
MBA - Construction Project Management
RICS School of Built Environment
Amity University, NOIDA 07.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelors of Architecture -
DIT University
Dehradun, UTTARAKHAND 07.2014 - 06.2019
Class XII
Little Angels Senior Secondary School
Sonipat, HARYANA 04.2013 - 03.2014
Class X
Little Angels Senior Secondary School
Sonipat, HARYANA 04.2011 - 03.2012
Skills
Team Handling Relationship Building Design development Design Sales
Cost analysis and savings
Staff training/development
Skilled negotiator
Skills
Team Handling
Relationship Building
Design Development
Design Sales
Strong Verbal and written communicator
Budgeting
Technical Architecture Design
Team Training
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Sketch-Up
Oracle Primavera
Lumion
V-Ray
Microsoft Office
Ms Project
Timeline
Head of Design- Sales + Design
Woodofa Lifestyle Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current
Manager -Sales + Design
Interior Lanes
11.2022 - 12.2023
Design Lead- Sales+Design
Interior company -SquareYards
07.2022 - 10.2022
Principal Architect
Nitara Projects Limited
06.2021 - 06.2022
Architectural Designer
Houme lifestyle
08.2019 - 04.2021
MBA - Construction Project Management
RICS School of Built Environment
07.2019 - 05.2021
Architectural Intern
Myth Media Labs
06.2017 - 11.2017
Bachelors of Architecture -
DIT University
07.2014 - 06.2019
Class XII
Little Angels Senior Secondary School
04.2013 - 03.2014
Class X
Little Angels Senior Secondary School
04.2011 - 03.2012
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