Architect Intern

CAREER HISTORY & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Designer */***8 – 1/2009

The Conceptual Motion Company Santa Barbara, California

• Successfully created planning packages and construction documents for projects (budgets of $100K to $6M)

• Instrumental in performing field report investigation and documentation for commercial and mixed-use projects (sized from 700 S.F. to 20K S.F.)

• Clearly and diplomatically facilitated internal communication with project managers and architects to coordinate and monitor projects

• Identified critical issues and worked with internal design team to develop strategic solutions

• Acted as key liaison with numerous consultants, ensuring that project goals and budgets are met

• Researched California Building Code to find solutions to design constraints

• Reviewed and processed submittals and RFIs from general contractor and consultants

• Mentored Junior Designers by delegating tasks and providing training

• Directed company entry in 2008 charity event, co-sponsored by AIA Santa Barbara

Junior Designer 12/2006 – 3/2008

Studio SMS Roseville, California

• Coordinated creation of planning packages and construction documents with project managers and architects

• Engaged with external consultants and assisted architects to ensure successful project coordination

• Accurately estimated hours needed for project completion

• Successfully prepared and delivered redlines/mark-ups for time-sensitive projects

Draftsman 9/2006 - 12/2006

Coastline Design, Inc Costa Mesa, California

• Worked directly under interior designer specializing in restaurant design

• Transferred hand drafted concepts into CAD drawings

• Assisted in creating color boards, planning packages, and support documents for projects

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Sciences, Architectural Studies 5/2006

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Urbana, Illinois

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & CONTINUING EDUCATION

• LEED Accredited Professional

• Associate Member – American Institute of Architects, Santa Barbara Chapter

• Intern Development Program - Actively pursuing requirements (acquired 350+ units to date)

DESIGN & DRAFTING SKILLS

• Extensive professional experience in AutoCAD (versions R14 – Architectural Desktop 2008), Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft OS, hand drafting and modeling

• Experience with Google Sketch-Up, Photoshop, and Revit 2008

• Strong internet research and navigation skills

Contact this candidate