Architectural Project Manager / Project Lead

CYNTHIA A. SHLAUSTAS

**** *. ********** ***. **** 2 • Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 • E-Mail ******@*****.***

(H) 708-***-**** • (C) 708-***-****

OBJECTIVE

To find a full time position where my demonstrated achievement history, skills and knowledge will assist in the continued growth of both the company and my career; focusing on Architecture and Project Management

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

AutoCAD 2004-2009, AutoCAD2006-2008 ADT, Microstation, Microsoft Office Suite, Windows XP and Vista, Freehand, Sketch-Up 7, Adobe CE 3 Suites and Mac OS, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Server 2003

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

January 2000 to March 2009

Arcline Associates/Shive-Hattery, Inc Downers Grove, IL

Project Manager/Architectural Project Manager/ Project Leader

IT Coordinator

• Managed a wide range of commercial projects from inception thru occupancy including the creation of construction documents while maintaining project budgets and construction schedules.

• Reviewed permit & bid documents, specification & code, sign ordinances, and approved pay outs.

• Assisted owners with contractor selection and bidding process. Checked and approved shop drawings.

• Performed field walk-thrus and compiled reports. Handled municipality reviews and attended kick off and planning commission meetings.

• Prepared conceptual site plans and coordinated tenant specific criteria drawings. Developed lease plans for vacant space.

• Performed BOMA square footage documents.

• Site surveys of existing buildings and square footage verification for tenants.

• Created Tenant Finish Out drawings and Vanilla Boxes.

• Worked with Building and Health Departments, contractors and field superintendents and coordinated outside consultants (Electrical, Mechanical, Structural & Civil)

• Reviewed ADA Compliant Entitlement work, Pre-project site plans, elevations and signage for municipalities as well as Change Orders and RFI’s

• Processed Final and Partial Wavers, AIA Substantial Completion documents and pay out forms.

• National clients included but were not limited to: Walgreen’s, Starbucks, Staples, Office Depot, Michael’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, GameStop & Sports Clip.

• Set up CAD standards & procedures for office

As site IT Coordinator:

Worked with the corporate IT team regarding network and hardware /software issues,

Acquired & installed all hardware, completed all set-ups and loaded and updated all software.

Maintained drawing back ups and set up and maintained office archive system.

Coordinated update and installation of telephone system

September 1998 to December 1999

AVIS Rent A Car System Inc., Corporate Facilities Elk Grove Village, IL

Architectural Designer

• Coordinated the development and preparation of Site, Administration Building, Service Center & Fuel Island, and Rental Counter Plans and details as well as the interior finish drawings, as required to conform to corporate standards.

• Reviewed the architectural drawings and specs for multiple projects, and completed projects on time & within budget.

• Surveyed existing buildings as possible future locations.

• Assisted the Project Manager with cost estimating, job tracking, bidding and walk-thru. Attended pre bid meetings and assisted with bid contractor selection. Worked with outside architects, contractors, developers and city officials as needed to complete project.

January 1984 to July 1998 Montgomery Ward Store Planning / Architectural Design Chicago, IL

• Senior Store Planner – August 1991 July 1998

• New Store Project Coordinator – January 1989 to August 1991

• Special Projects /CAD Coordinator- March 1990 to July 1998

• Design Technician – January 1988 to June 1986

• Draftsman -January 1984 to June 1986

EDUCATION September 1984 to 1988 Architecture, University of Illinois as Chicago

RDI Professional Member

Notary Public

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