Project Design
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KEVIN P. RYDER
*** **** ******** ******, **. *South . Chicago, IL 60640-4227 . 773-769-
6721
. *******@*****.*** . http://www.linkedin.com/pub/kevin-ryder-rid-iida-leed-
ap-aia-associate/a/488/77
OBJECTIVE
I am actively seeking a full time Design and Management position to provide
necessary experience and skills to support a Firm's design division, core
values, sustainable mission and long term planning goals.
I possess a passion for making a difference in the community through
imaginative and innovative design. I enjoy developing and mentoring junior
designers; empowering them to unlock their artistic/creative talents. I
bring with me a strong work ethic, a positive outlook, and a desire for
continuous improvement.
EMPLOYMENT
CONSULTANT April 2009 - February 2011 (Full Time)
R.M. Chin & Associates, Chicago, IL
Contracted to the City of Chicago, Department of General Services, Bureau
of Architecture, Engineering and Construction Management. Project
experience includes the design and production of the city departmental
relocation and downsizing projects. Project responsibilities include
programming, design, construction document preparation, construction
administration, project management and furniture services. This position
includes intern supervision and reports directly to the city architect,
deputy commissioner and commissioner.
ASSOCIATE February 1994 - February 2009 (Full Time)
Harley Ellis Devereaux (formerly Environ, Inc. & Harley Ellis), Chicago, IL
Project experience includes the design and production of residential
projects, space planning and design of office and corporate facilities,
adaptive reuse and renovation of institutional public sector facilities,
mixed use retail, multi-family residential, and hotel developments. Project
responsibilities include programming, design, construction document
preparation, construction administration, and project management. The
position includes proposal and fee development, firm marketing, client
management and firm management responsibilities reporting directly to
Principal and Executive management.
SENIOR DESIGNER January 1991 - February 1994 (Full Time)
MRSA Architects, Chicago, IL
Project experience includes space planning and design of office and
corporate facilities, mixed use retail and residential. Project
responsibilities include programming, design, construction document
preparation, construction administration, and project management.
DESIGNER II January 1990- January 1991 (Full Time)
The Environments Group (formerly PHH Environments), Chicago, IL
Project experience includes space planning and design of office and
corporate facilities. Project responsibilities include design and
construction document preparation.
ARCHITECT II September 1986 - December 1990 (Full Time)
Perkins and Will, Chicago, IL
Project experience includes design of office, corporate, hospitality and
science research facilities. Project responsibilities include design and
construction document preparation.
EDUCATION
Masters Degree, Architecture 1983 - 86
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelors Degree 1980 - 83
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Associate of Science Degree 1978 - 80
Monroe County Community College, Monroe, MI
REGISTRATIONS
USGBC LEED Accredited Professional
State of Illinois Registered Interior Designer
State of Michigan: Qualified Interior Designer
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
International Interior Design Association
City of Chicago, Energy Professional
National Council for Interior Design Qualification
American Institute of Architects
REFERENCES
Thomas W. Vukovich, City Architect
City of Chicago
Department of General Services
Bureau of Architecture, Engineering and Construction Management
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602-2586
Robert C. Robicsek, Principal Education
Harley Ellis Devereaux
401 West Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60654-3430
David D. Trozsak, Principal Operations
Harley Ellis Devereaux
401 West Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60610-3430
Peter Krivkovich, Chief Executive Officer
Cramer-Krasselt
225 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60601
EXPERIENCE
HEALTHCARE
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
Multiple physician suite relocations
Dr. Jeff Weller Dental Offices, Chicago, IL
Dr. Konetzki Medical Offices, Chicago, IL
Smile Specialists, Bridgeview, IL
Veteran's Administration North Chicago Medical Center, North Chicago, IL
Veteran's Administration Lakeside Medical Center, Chicago, IL
Ambulatory Surgery
Ambulatory Care North
Ambulatory Care South
CIVIC/GOVERNMENT
Arlington Heights Senior Center, Arlington Heights, IL
Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL
Greene Elementary School
City of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Department of Animal Care and Control, David R. Lee Animal Care Center
Department Business Affairs and Licensing
Department of Construction and Permits
Department of Consumer Services
Department of Environment
Department of Finance
Department of Fire
Department of General Services
Department of Housing
Department of Law
Department of Planning and Development
Department of Police
18th District Police Station
Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS)
Office of Professional Standards
Police Academy
Department of Procurement Services
Department of Streets and Sanitation
Department of Transportation
Department of Water
Mayor's Office of Special Events
Office of the Inspector General
Glen Ellyn Park District, Glen Ellyn, IL
United States Department of Agriculture, Multiple Locations
United States Department of Commerce, Chicago, IL
United States Department of Defense, Rockford, IL
United States Department of Justice, Multiple Locations
United States Department of Labor, South Bend, IN
United States Department of Immigration and Naturalization, Multiple
Locations
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, Flint, MI
United States Equal Opportunity Commission, Chicago, IL
United States Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Livonia, MI
United States Federal Supply Service, Chicago, IL
United States Food and Drug Administration, Chicago, IL
United States General Services Administration, Chicago, IL
United States Internal Revenue Service, Milwaukee, WI
United States Office of Hearings and Appeals, Multiple Locations
United States Railroad Retirement Board, Chicago, IL
United States Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Milwaukee,
WI
University Park Municipal Recreation Building, University Park, IL
CORPORATE
American Airlines Reservation Center, Albuquerque, NM
American Airlines Reservation Center, Tulsa, OK
American Classic Voyages Headquarters, Chicago, IL
American Dental Association, Chicago, IL
American Family Insurance Headquarters, Madison, WI
American Hawaii Cruises Headquarter, Chicago, IL
American Medical Records Association, Chicago, IL
Anti Defamation League, Chicago, IL
Bennett & Associates, Chicago, IL
Blatberg Consultants, Chicago, IL
Bleakney, Troiani Ltd./Fred A. Truglio Law Offices, Chicago, IL
Bullard, Carton and Stone, Chicago, IL
Compass Management and Leasing Regional Office, Chicago, IL
Conig and Associates, Chicago, IL
Corrugated Supply Corporation, Chicago, IL
Cramer Krasselt Advertising Agency, Chicago, IL
Environmental Resources Management, Multiple Locations
Equity Office Properties, Des Plaines, IL
Freidman, Eisenstein, Raemer and Schwartz, Chicago, IL
International Association of Defense Council, Chicago, IL
Ivory Isle Travel, Chicago, IL
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas (Illinois) L.P., Chicago, IL
Land of Nod, Northbrook, IL
Lanier Muchin Dombrow Becker Levin & Tominberg, LTD, Chicago, IL
LCOR Leasing Office, Chicago, IL
Leslie Kite and Associates, Chicago, IL
Matyas & Norris Law Offices, Chicago, IL
Monaco/Viola, Inc., Chicago, IL
Morton's of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Music Television (MTV) Regional Offices, Chicago, IL
NEXT Incorporated, Chicago, IL
Norman Broadbent International, Chicago, IL
Northwestern Illinois Planning Commission, Chicago, IL
Northern Trust Bank, Chicago, IL
50 S. LaSalle
Northwestern Financial Center
Old Kent Bank, Chicago, IL
Schiller, DuCanto and Fleck Law Offices, Chicago, IL, Wheaton, IL
Showtime Networks Regional Offices, Chicago, IL
Simpson Estates, Chicago, IL
State of California, Chicago, IL
The Alter Group, Lincolnwood, IL
The MEDSTAT Group, Chicago, IL
Viacom New Media, Buffalo Grove, IL
RESIDENTIAL
900 North Michigan, Chicago, IL
Jim Staples Residence, Chicago, IL
Linda Salisbury Residence, Chicago, IL
Marcia Weiss Residence, Chicago, IL
Mark Jones Residence, Chicago, IL
Park Place Tower, Chicago, IL
Scarborough Residence - CT
Staley Residence, Chicago, IL
The Residences at 900 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL
The Residences at The Buckingham, Chicago, IL
The Residences at Kinzie Park, Chicago, IL
SPECIAL NEEDS HOUSING AND SERVICES
Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, Barrington, IL
AIDSCARE, Inc., Chicago, IL
Heartland Housing, Inc. Sutherland Hotel, Chicago, IL
Resurrection Healthcare Adult Day Care Program, Chicago, IL
HOSPITALITY AND RETAIL
Au Bon Pain, Chicago, IL
Barrington Bistro, Barrington, IL
Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago, IL
H&J Harvest, Chicago, IL
Market Basket Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Oxford Hotel and Conference Center, Ann Arbor, MI
Pop's For Champagne, Chicago, IL
Pop's Highwood, Highwood, IL
Radisson Aruba Caribbean Resort, Casino, Palm Beach, Aruba
Star Bar, Chicago, IL
UNIVERSITY
Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois
Sangamon State University, Springfield, IL
Health & Sciences Building
Rosalind Franklin University, North Chicago, Illinois
Learning Resource Center
Human Resources
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Dept. of Housing, Housing Design Group
SKILLS
. Passion and ability for award winning design through collaboration
. Mentoring skills
. 10 years of Team Supervision skills
. Leadership abilities
. 25 years of experience in the A&E industry
. Strong graphic and verbal communication skills.
. Knowledge and experience in Sustainable Design
. Ability to prosper in a team environment
. AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Project, Excel and Outlook
. Revit trained
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