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David Gelardi

David Gelardi

Westchester, NY, US

 

About 

Quality focused project architect offering ten years of innovative, client focused, diverse building design experience. Have an accurate, professional nature. Work well under pressure and can handle multiple demands at once and set priorities. Detail oriented and collaborate well with other design professionals. 

Elsewhere:

Employment 

SawickiTarella Architecture & Design, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

Develop high-end retail projects. Overseeing the architectural aspects of the development of the design, production of the construction documents and specifications. The position generally involved coordinating the needs of a client, possibly and designer and technical staff, and outside consultants such as structural engineers, and Mechanical Engineers.

Oct 2014 - current
 

DJG Design, Designer

Work with several design professionals. My clients are Kitchen designers,
Residential and Commercial Architects, Interior Designers and Audio Visual Companies. Drafting projects in AutoCAD, Sketchup, and other design software. Design and produce renderings and 3D models. Jobs consisted of basement renovations, second floor additions to existing homes, interior alterations and renovations. Develop Energy Calculations, selecting specifications, Window/Door and material selections. Produce construction documentation and presentation drawings.

Jul 2010 - current
 

CJC Millwork, Canaan CT, Senior Designer, Project Manager, Shop Drawing Supervisor

Drafting projects in AutoCAD, Sketchup, and other design software. Design and produce renderings and 3D models. Jobs consisted of custom cabinetry. Produced shop drawings. Design built, and installed kitchens, butler pantry, and other millwork applications. Developed interior elevations and specification along with CD’s. Created project manuals and bid sets to contractors. Conducted client meeting up to substantial or final completion.

Feb 2013 - Sep 2014
 

Scott Snyder Inc., New York, NY, US, Project Architect/Project Manager

Developed a high-end residential project in Winnetka IL. Demolish an existing
home and design a new House Construction 6000 sq.ft. French Style 2 story with a full basement. Completed Zoning analysis, construction documentation, Construction Schedules, Fireplace and Chimney Design

Feb 2008 - Jul 2010
 

Roger Ferris + Partners, Project Manager/Cad Manager:

Cad Managed 40 of my colleagues. Worked on Design Proposals and Construction Documents. Had to apply standard architectural techniques for clearly specified assignments. Researched and applied data from similar office projects to current problems. Applied basic scheduling and budgetary discipline while supervising junior staff members. Contributed to project management by maintaining clear written records of decisions made and information exchanged via office memoranda and minutes of meeting.

Feb 2006 - Feb 2008
 

Cardello Architects, South Norwalk, CT, US, Junior Architect

Worked on Design Proposals and Construction Documents. Had to apply standard architectural techniques for clearly specified assignments. Researched and applied data from similar office projects to current problems. Contributed to project management by maintaining clear written records of decisions made and information exchanged via office memoranda and minutes of meeting.

Sep 2004 - Jan 2006
 

Paul Benowitz Architect, Rye, NY, US, Junior Architect

Assisting on all aspects of architectural design, from presentations for clients to working with the construction team. This work included hands-on architectural work, such as drafting and 3D modeling, preparing for presentations and maintaining project files. As an intern I conducted research on sites, such as zoning laws and rules that apply to projects.

Sep 2001 - Aug 2004
 

Ehasz Giacalone Associates, Farmingdale, NY, US, Intern/Junior Architect

Assisting on all aspects of architectural design, from presentations for clients to working with the construction team. This work included hands-on architectural work, preparing for presentations and maintaining project files. As an intern I assisted the project architects in meeting their deadlines.

Jul 1999 - Aug 2001
 

Education 

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), BArch, Architecture

Completed my Thesis
Graduated 5 Year Degree with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Sep 1998 - May 2004
 

Awards 

Darien CT Volunteer of the Year, Honorable Mention

Volunteered my time to create a 3D map of Downtown Darien CT.
To use a 3D depiction of the town as a tool to guide future design decisions.

2007
 

Areas of Specialization 

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