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I am Shiman Singh, an architect and designer with more than 15 years of experience delivering education-focused and social infrastructure projects in New Zealand. I have led design teams, managed BIM workflows, and delivered complex developments from schools to residential refurbishments, always emphasizing sustainability, community benefit, and high-quality design. I am actively exploring R&D at the intersection of design, construction, and intelligent systems (AGI/ASI) with a focus on Whanau-centered living. I seek a meaningful role with a forward-thinking company where I can contribute my leadership, teaching experience, and passion for holistic, resilient buildings, while also growing as part of a collaborative team.
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Work Experience
Senior Architect at Ministry of Architecture + Interiors
July 1, 2019 - December 1, 2023Senior Architect delivering education and social infrastructure projects, including a new Onepoto school (roll 385) and a 20M project, as well as a major refurbish. Led design delivery and BIM coordination across stages.
Senior Architect / BIM Manager at BSM Group Architects
July 1, 2015 - January 31, 2018Senior Architect and BIM Manager working on projects such as St Peter's College, Wanganui College, and various commercial and residential schemes; led live 3D BIM modelling from concept to completion.
Director / Architectural Designer at Studio M
December 1, 2007 - PresentDirector of Studio M; Developer / Community Architect / Product Designer focusing on carbon-zero projects and exploring AGI/ASI in autonomous construction for lifecycle housing.
Senior Architectural Designer / BIM Manager at Ignite Architects
September 1, 2004 - March 1, 20103D modelling and BIM coordination; co-managed high-profile projects (e.g., Britomart, The Base Shopping Centre) with marketing media, presentations, and consent documentation.
Design Project Manager at SAI Developments
March 1, 2003 - September 1, 2004Feasibility studies, due diligence, and design development for residential and commercial developments; led cross-disciplinary design, marketing, and tender processes.
Architectural Technologist at Walker Architects
July 1, 2002 - March 31, 2003Responsible for design development, presentations, and documentation for apartments, cinemas, and churches; contributed across all project stages.
3D Modelling / Design / Training / Technical Support at TOTAL CAD SOLUTION CENTRE
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 20023D modelling for Nokia and trade exhibitions; training and technical support; transition from AutoCAD to ArchiCAD and production of media assets.
Architectural Technologist / Cad Unit Leader / PM at Bucknall Austin / Citex
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000Cad unit leadership, standards, new equipment, DDA compliance, and development of telecom and banking site proposals; construction documentation and project management.
Architectural Technologist at CK Architects
January 1, 1995 - October 31, 1998Residential, commercial, prisons, courthouses and various government projects; hands-on involvement from concept to handover.
Arch Technologist at Walker Architects
July 1, 2002 - March 31, 2003Working drawings and tender documentation for Scene Apartments & St Lukes Cinema; client presentations and council submissions; pursued new work through competitions.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) at Auckland University of Education, New Zealand
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Certificate of Proficiency for registration as an Architect at NZ Registered Board of Architects
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Bachelor of Technology: Architectural Technology at Durban University of Technology, South Africa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001National Diploma: Architectural Technology at Durban University of Technology, South Africa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994National Diploma: Architectural Technology at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994Bachelor of Technology: Architectural Technology at Durban University of Technology
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) at Auckland University of Education
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010BArch Equivalency (Path 1 Registration as an Architect) at Unitec
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Fully Registered Teacher of Design and Tech in NZ at NZ Teaching Certification
January 1, 2012 - April 26, 2026Qualifications
Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010NZ Registered Architect – Certificate of Proficiency / Board Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010Bachelor of Technology: Architectural Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001National Diploma: Architectural Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994Bachelor of Technology: Architectural Technology
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001National Diploma: Architectural Technology
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010BArch Equivalency (Path 1 Registration as an Architect)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Fully Registered Teacher of Design and Tech in NZ
January 1, 2012 - April 26, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Government
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