Vania X. Pastor
**** * ******* **, *** *, Baltimore, MD 21230 **********@*****.***
Career Objective
Looking to utilize my expertise and skills as a CAD Drafter where I can
successfully contribute to offering the best CAD service and enable it to
become an enriching and fulfilling career
Summary
. Proficient with Auto CAD 14-2011, Windows 95/08/NT, LDD, Microsoft
Office.
. Able to create accurate, clear plans and detailed drawings that are based
on information provided by engineers and customers
. Excellent communication and organizational skills
. Detailed oriented, reliable and able to thrive in a fast paced
environment
. Strong analytical and problem solving skills
. Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
. Able to work in a team and also capable to work independently
. Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple responsibilities
. Experienced in reviewing, preparing and retrieving files using MS Office
Tools
Work Experience
O'Neill Architects & Associates, Silver Spring, MD.
Assistant Manager/CAD Drafter, June 2010 - August 2010
. Assisted Senior Architect in the preparation of CAD drawings and
illustrations for residential renovation projects in accordance with
Company's format requirements and drawing standards.
. Edited, revised and updated changes to existing CAD drawings as required.
. Prepared working drawings showing plans, elevations, sections, materials
and finishes.
. Maintained database and managed various types of plans and other related
data in an organized manner.
. Served as CAD manager, overseeing setup of drawings for presentations to
the clients.
. Reviewed all drawings to assure incorporation of drafting manual
standards and procedures.
. Researched files and catalogs for information required for job.
. Organized and maintained all revisions of project drawings, plot files
and project related documents
Independent Architect - La Paz, BOLIVIA
CAD Designer/Architect, January 2007 - July 2007
. Prepared Project designs, sketches, final working drawings and contract
documents for Building Contractors.
. Monitored all phases of the construction to ensure adherence to
specifications and managed construction documents.
Escalante Consulting and Construction, La Paz, BOLIVIA
CAD Drafter/ Assistant Manager January 2006 - December 2006
. Reviewed Engineer's working drawings at various stages of completion for
adherence and compliance with design scope, conceptual design sketches
and established policies.
. Assisted Project Manager in researching, planning, designing and
administering building
. Conducted periodic on-site observation of work during construction to
monitor compliance with plans.
. Maintained a computerized record keeping system to compile, organize and
analyze time, schedule, cost and quality control during all phases of the
project.
. Reviewed material/system submittals by contractors for conformance with
contract documents.
. Finished projects on time and efficiently, reducing cost and increasing
revenue for the company
"Ciudad Colon Development" - Colon Corporation, Guayaquil, ECUADOR
CAD Drafter/Assistant Manager, January 2005 - October 2005
. Prepared "as-built" drawings for 45 high-end residential homes and 3
buildings in CAD.
. Assisted Project Manager preparing final working drawings.
. Assisted Project Manager coordinating the Structural, Mechanical,
Electrical and Civil disciplines throughout the Design process.
. Prepared graphics for presentation packages: proposals, public meetings,
and client meetings.
. Performed the scanning, indexing, quality control and retrieval of
engineering record drawings and related documents of the project.
. Assisted Engineers in coordinating activities of internal trades and
contractor's personnel to ensure compliance to specifications and project
completion timetables.
. Reviewed, distributed and filed submittals, shop drawings, material data
and samples.
Municipal Government of La Paz, La Paz, BOLIVIA
CAD Designer/Assistant Manager, June 2004 - December 2004
. Developed presentation drawings and CAD graphic information for public
hearings to present projects information to stakeholders and seek their
support.
. Prepared bid documents, such as Pre-Solicitation Notice, CAD drawings and
technical specifications, for the Public Bid Solicitation of a Pedestrian
Bridge Project.
. Performed technical evaluation of 41 architectural and engineering urban
renovation projects to monitor compliance with project's delivery
schedule, regulatory codes, technical specifications and contractual
agreements.
. Managed on-line Pre-Proposal conferences and responses to Pre-Bid/Pre-
Proposal inquiries.
. Conducted periodic on-site observation of work during construction, to
monitor compliance with plans and specifications.
. Performed outreach activities to promote urban renovation projects and
present them to the general public.
. Provided office support to Project Manager and Contract Administrator.
Gala Construction Co. - La Paz, BOLIVIA
CAD Designer, January 2004 - June 2004
. Developed CAD documents and interior design for the complete renovation
of a 10,000 sq. ft. apartment building.
. Prepared Project designs, sketches, final working drawings and contract
documents for Building Contractors using AutoCAD software.
. Created interior designs, presentations, drawings, detailing, and cost
estimates for residential projects.
Education
CERTIFICATE OF CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION
2009-2011
Baltimore City Community College, Baltimore, MD
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE
1998-
2003
Bolivian Catholic University, La Paz, Bolivia
Computer Skills
AutoCAD R14-2011, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Power
Point), MS Project, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Google
Sketchup