1. Employment
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Simon Whitehead Architects (London) -June
14-Aug 16
At Simon Whitehead Architects I have worked
within a small team specialising in domestic and
residential architecture. The majority of the proj-
ects have involved the alteration and extension of
existing buildings. My role has been to assist at all
stages of the project. Starting by undertaking
surveys and creating the existing drawing set, then
moving on concept design, planning packs, and
tender and construction drawings.
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
MGL Architects (London) -April 14-June 14
At MGL Architects I was involved in working with
architects to put together Planning and Building
Regs Application for a number of housing schemes.
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Baker Barnett (Chesterfield) -April 13-March 14
I was involved in Working with both architects and
surveyors to conduct surveys, meet with
clients, amend documents and draw up plans in
AutoCAD and Revit. I have been working on
projects from residential to industrial projects.
Part 1 Architectural Assistant
SBS Architects (Manchester) - 2008-09
Working alongside the architect conducting tasks
such as drawing up planning and tender drawing as
well as being heavily involved in the concept design
and design stage of various projects.
Software Proficiency
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Sketch Up + Vray for Sketch Up
- Microstation
Education
Architecture M.Arch (RIBA Part II)
Birmingham School of Architecture -
2009-11
The course taught how statistics, understanding the
social context of the site and planning law can all be
used to inform a building’s design for the better.
RIBA part 1 Professional Experience
Manchester School of Architecture -
2008-09
BSc (hons) Architecture & Environmental
Design (RIBA Part I)
Sheffield Hallam University - 2004-07
The course focused on stainability in
architecture how concerns about the environment,
the needs of the client and the function of the
building can be used as key drivers for design.
Other Education and Training
BTEC National Diploma in Construction
8 GCSE’s
Graduate CSCS Card
Full UK Driveing licence
JAMES DAVID NEEDHAM
Curriculum Vitaé
Secretary & Founding Member 2006-07
Sheffield Hallam University Architectural Society
I was involved in discussions with the student union staff
regarding creating the society, arranging a trip to
Nottingham as well as conducting administrative duties.
Architectural Competitions
Feb-March 2008 Infobox Urban Splash Tribeca
Jan-March 2012 Pruitt Igoe Now (St Louis, USA)
Jan 2013 eVolvo Skyscraper Competition (USA)
Voluntary work
2012 - 2014 Chesterfield FC Memorial Garden
My role so far has been to produce designs for the
scheme. I have also met with members of the Supporters
trust and Royal British legion to take on board and
implement their ideas into the design. The project is now
raising funds and has been featured in the local press.
Society Member
2004 - Present Student member of the RIBA
GET IN TOUCH
T 07746672292
E needjamesd@aol.com
A 20 South Close
Highgate
London
N6 5UQ
References available on request
Further Experience & Interests

2. GET IN TOUCH
T 07746672292
E needjamesd@aol.com
A 20 South Close
Highgate
London
N6 5UQ
References available on request
Architectural Designs (Voluntary and University)
JAMES DAVID NEEDHAM
Curriculum Vitaé
Thesis Project
CFC Memorial Garden
Competition Projects

3. JAMES DAVID NEEDHAM
Curriculum Vitaé
GET IN TOUCH
T 07746672292
E needjamesd@aol.com
A 20 South Close
Highgate
London
N6 5UQArchitectural Designs (Practice)
SBS Projects
References available on request
Baker Barnett Projects
Simon Whitehead Architects Projects