**********@*****.***
Steven M. Lowe
Dallas, GA. 30157
Education:
**** - **** (Army College at Ft. Gordon)
Associates of Applied Science Telecommunicotions
**** (Chattahoochee Technical College)
> Architectural Drafting Certificate
> Auto Desk Certification (ACAD) versions 2000, 2000i, and 2002
Security Clearance level
Active Secret
CAD Programs
AutoCad 2000 through 2008
AutoCad Civil 3D
AutoCad Land Desktop Development
Carlson SurvCadd XML
Trimble TerraModel
April 2008 -May 2009
Architectural Shade products/Steel-stitch, Inc. (Kennesaw, GA)
Project Manager
> Drafting of shop drawings per customer specifications.
>Produced fabrication packages for the shop.
> Meet with General contractors on site to plan installations, go over
relevant safety rules and guidelines
> Responsible for purchasing relevant installation tools, purchased raw
materials for fabrication into finished product.
> Scheduled installation crews. Provided any needed office support for all
installations.
>Generated weekly job cost reports.
> Searched out and developed relationships with new vendors to reduce cost
of materials and to ensure we always had available materials if our
standard vendors were unable to supply us with the materials needed in the
time frame we needed.
>Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple
projects.
June 2007 - January 2008
Land Tech Services, Inc. (Hiawassee, GA)
Project Manager
> Design layout(s) for sub-divisions.
> Knowledge of AutoCad, LDD, SurvCADDXML, TerraModel and general computer
skills.
> Drafting of Erosion & Sediment control plan sets for: private land
developments, commercial developments, Hiigh density residential
developments.
> Design layout of general civil municipal improvement projects,
roads, drainage, cross sections, and topographic maps.
> Experience with survey calculations and boundary analysis.
>Site layout engineering design and general civil enginering design,
preparing reports and producing drawings and specifications related to
flood studies, underground utilities, site development, sediment control,
water quality, and some exposure to surface water hydrology.
> Grading and improvement plan drafting and design.
> Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple
projects.
November 2006 - Present time
Freelance / contract cad work. (USA)
>Prepare rough sketches by studying engineering/architectural
specifications; creating a picture of the fixture(s), components, and
parts.
>Prepare final drawings by studying engineering sketches, specifications,
and supporting documents; developing a layout of the fixture(s),
components, and parts; drawing multiple views of the fixture(s),
components, and parts; depicting relationship of components and parts;
identifying dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances, and materials.
>Identify and verify specifications by examining engineering documents;
performing calculations
>Modify drawings by studying changes; redrawing fixture(s), components, and
parts; changing identifications.
> Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information; conferring
with engineers.
>Able to generate full plan sets, including construction & design details
from concept sketches and drawings, as well as work successfully within a
deadline driven environment.
>Very detailed and able to solve problems with creative solutions.
>Prepare preliminary and final schematic design sketches by studying
architectural specifications and client program; creating a design of the
physical, functional, and aesthetic requirements.
>Prepare construction drawings by studying architectural sketches,
specifications, and supporting documents; preparing drawings of the
structural system; schematic electrical systems; plumbing riser diagrams;
and drawing multiple views; identifying dimensions, angles, curvatures,
tolerances, and materials.
>Identify and verify specifications by examining architectural documents,
and performing calculations. Coordinates these specifications and details
with contractors
>Modify drawings by studying changes; redrawing requirements; changing
identifications.
>Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information; conferring
with architects.
August 2006 - June 2007
Steeltec Inc. (Dallas, GA)
Cad Manager
>Responsible for the production of shop and erection drawings, writing
RFI's, communicating with shop personnel, field crews and general
contractor/customer representatives.
> Able to work in a team environment and possess excellent written and oral
communication skills.
>Experience in detailing structural steel beams, columns, bar joist and
hand rails
>Great drafting skills.
> responsible for detailing and drafting of structural steel and components
using AutoCAD
>able to work relatively unsupervised in a high paced production
environment
>Responsible for preparation of complete concept and submittal drawings
>Provide dimensional checks, maintaining standard part drawings and logs
>Work closely with Engineering and Project Management professionals to
produce custom fabrication drawings
>Anticipate and troubleshoot areas of concern and resolve engineering
issues prior to fabrication
> Autonomous and self-motivated.
>Sales minded, confident in delivering public presentations.
>Modified drawings by studying changes; redrawing fixture(s), components,
and parts; changing identifications
>Direct production of construction drawings, and other CAD related work
>Oversee the quality and accuracy of construction documents
>Coordinate the design development work with production work on assigned
projects.
>Provide quality control of projects.
>Oversee project timeline.
>Direct involvement in all aspects of project completion.
January 2005 - August 2006
Lica Engineering/Construction (Highlands, NC)
Project Manager / Designer
> Worked on large construction projects divided into many segments: Site
preparation, including land clearing and earth moving; sewage
systems;landscaping and road construction; building construction, including
excavation and laying of foundations, as well as erection of structural
framework, floors, walls, and roofs; and building systems, including fire-
protection, electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and heating.
> Used and familiar with sophisticated estimating and scheduling techniques
and use of computers with specialized software.
> Responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses and,
depending upon the contractual arrangements, direct or monitor compliance
with building and safety codes and other regulations.
>Designed and reviewed engineering and architectural drawings and
specifications to monitor progress and ensure compliance with plans and
schedules.
> Managed, coordinated, and supervised the construction process from the
conceptual development stage through final construction, making sure that
the project gets completed on time and within budget.
> Drafting and detailing of roads, drainage, and bulk earthworks.
> Designed projects based on the needs and criteria established by the
client, review agencies, government agencies, utilities and site
constraints
> Analyzed maps, produced drawings, terrain and topographical data in order
to appropriately address the site's conditions.
> Worked with other Project Managers, Technical Staff, Administration and
Clients in a way which promoted the goals of team work, client
satisfaction, continual improvement and profitability.
> Used CAD and other engineering/design software and equipment to prepare
engineering design documents and reports.
May 2004 - Jan. 8, 2007
U.S. Army Reserve
Network Switching Systems Specialist
> Configuration, maintenance, and administration of network infrastructure
hardware and servers.
> strong IP internetworking skills, LAN/WAN design and troubleshooting
skills.
> Implement components of a converged network - Exchange, Fax, Mail,
Audio conferencing and Voice.
> Good understanding of IP routing and routing protocols
> Managing daily operation of a true heterogeneous environment consisting
of Linux/Unix and Windows servers as well as networking equipment (Cisco/
Sun) and databases.
> Utilize Cisco routers, switches, CSU/DSU, modems, and cryptographic
equipment to maintain reliable connectivity of over 1,000 circuits,
lines, and trunks.
> Make decisions and take actions to prevent network interruptions and
service degradation.
> Provide technical and analytical support in determining the root cause of
network problems and implement action plans based on ARMY policies and/or
guidelines, and NOC departmental processes and procedures.