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Michael Ruggiero

Michael Ruggiero

Providence, RI, US

 

About 

I am an Architectural Designer/Cad Drafter/Model Builder with 30 years of experience in the field. I am seeking a full-time, permanent position where I can apply my skills and knowledge to suit the needs of the company and their clientele. I have a strong background within the architectural field and a proven track record of producing high quality work in an expert and timely manner. I am prompt, courteous and professional, and enjoy working in a team environment. I am certain that I would be an asset to any company that chooses to add me to their team. 

Employment 

Form and Structure, Portland, OR, US, Cad Drafter

Produce detailed shop/presentation drawings from Architectural plans and contract documents for various healthcare, commercial, retail and residential projects.
Implement field dimensions for casework fabrication and installation.

Aug 2013 - current
 

Independent Consultant, Bristol, RI, US, Designer, Cad Drafter, Contractor

Designed kitchen, bath and whole home remodels.
Drafted construction documents for a variety of architectural projects.
Responsible for the creation of a number of design/build projects, from initial design to final phases of construction.
Performed restoration work on historic residences in accordance with historical guidelines.

Aug 2009 - Dec 2013
 

Faulkner Architects, Truckee, CA, US, Model Builder/AutoCAD Operator

Lead Model Builder, responsible for fabrication of visual models. Chipboard, basswood and cork were the mediums used for physical models; Sketch-Up was utilzed for computer generated models.
Developed construction documents for high-end custom homes. AutoCAD 2002 and 2009 were used in the creation of plans, from initial design to final phases of construction.

Jun 2006 - Aug 2009
 

Victory Woodworks, Sparks, NV, US, AUtoCAD Operator

Designed and engineered detailed shop drawings from architectural plans and contract documents for various residential, commercial and casino/hotels.
Worked directly with project managers, shop foreman and other team leaders on the development of said documents using AutoCAD 2002.
Obtained exisiting field conditions.

Sep 2004 - Jun 2006
 

Faulkner Architects, Truckee, CA, US, AutoCAD Operator, Model Builder

Responsibilities included developing construction documents for high-end custom homes. AutoCAD 2000 and 2002 were utilized in the creation of plans, from initial design to final phases of construction.
Assisted in the fabrication of visual models using chipboard, basswood and cork.

Jun 2001 - Aug 2004
 

Education 

UCLA Extension, Burbank, CA, US, Set Design and Model Building for Motion Pictures and Television

Jan 1997 - Jan 1997
 

Hall Institute, Pawtucket, RI, US, Architectural/Structural Drafting

Aug 1986 - Aug 1987
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills