Cheryl DiMaio
Email: abpb35@r.postjobfree.com
Address: **** ******** **** ***-*
City: Wyncote
State: PA
Zip: 19095
Country: USA
Phone: 267-***-****
Skill Level: Director
Salary Range: $50,000
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Cheryl DiMaio
8460 Limekiln Pike
Wyncote, PA 19095
abpb35@r.postjobfree.com
Interior Design
Skilled in project management, space planning, architectural drafting, cabinetry, commercial office systems, furniture design
Professional Profile
Computer Skills
* Proficient in CAD 2005, CAD 3-D-Rendering, Project Spec, Project Matrix, CAP, Giza, 20/20, Word, Excel, Snaptracker, Team Design
* Elevated the quality, creativity and effectiveness of client presentations with detailed realistic 3D drawings. Provided bound presentation booklets for sales and clients.
* Produced concise accurate drawings in a quick turnaround period. ($5,000,000 per year) Comfortably able to meet deadlines.
Extensive knowledge of manufacturers
* Experience with Knoll, Herman Miller, Steelcase, Haworth, Hon, Global, Maxon. Familiar with components and electrical requirements.
* Suggested materials, finishes, furnishings and equipment for clients.
* Participated in continuing education courses with Maxon, Hon, Global
Expertise in Design
* Creative and innovative problem solving skills. Endeavored to elevate the quality, creativity and effectiveness of design in commercial office systems to deliver a superior space plan that competed well with outside alternatives.
* Prepared complete sets of working drawings and construction documents for clients and contractors. Knowledge of furniture, construction, electrical, plumbing lighting, acoustical engineering and building codes
* Piloted and implemented (2) design departments. Set up vendors. Coordinated with sales people to increase sales. Produced drawing, quotes and presentation material. Managed installations.
* Designed exhibits and attended trade shows in California, Chicago, and New York on a regular basis. Supervised all installations
Project Management
* Understands the components of construction drawings and specifications. Has the ability to review documentation prepared by others for pricing purposes.
* Reviewed working drawings of all assigned projects to ensure all furnishings, fixtures and equipment including equipment details, construction details, construction standards, written specifications and equipment brochures purchased or fabricated for use in obtaining bids were accurate and complete.
* Provided input on Design Service Proposals to Account Managers and project managers in overall project Budget Summary documents.
* Performed weekly written verbal communication with local teams, vendors, and contractors with timelines and procedures for assigned projects and relocations.
Design/Sales
* Designed and sold custom furniture. Desks, credenzas, wall units, bedrooms, kitchen and bath cabinetry. Initiated contact with client. Developed design to clients vision. Presented and closed accounts. Followed project with factory from signed drawing to installation.
* Sold Refurbished Steelcase. Initiated contact with client. Developed space plan and specifications. Presented and closed accounts. Supervised installations
* Designed and sold large scale beauty salon with custom cabinetry and equipment. Managed territory throughout the Midwest. Director of East Coast showroom. Produced working construction documents to give client a turnkey operation
Work History
2008 to Present- Senior Designer, Covington Furniture Solutions, PA
2007 to 2008 - Sales, Design, Project Mgt. Office Environments Bristol, PA
2005 to 2006- Project Consultant for Aetna, BKM Total Office, Hartford, CT
2002 to 2005- Space Planner, Staples, Reading PA
2001 to 2002- Design/Sales, ISG, North Wales, PA
2000 (6 months), Contracted Designer, Brennans Office Interiors, Exton, PA
2000 (4 months), Contracted Designer, Smart Office Assets, Philadelphia, PA
1997 to 2000- Design/ Sales, Kane`s Office Furniture, King of Prussia, PA
Education
University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA,
University of Arts Continuing Education - Children`s Book Illustration
CDM Institute - CAD 2005 Advanced, 3D Rendering - Certification
Award - Gold Key Award - State of Hawaii
Award - Design Excellence - Staples
Award - Certificate of Achievement - Staples
References
References and portfolio are available on request.