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Andres Nieto

Andres Nieto

Gibbsboro, NJ, US

 

About 

Andres F. Nieto
48 Pine Road
Gibbsboro, New Jersey 08026
856-625-4802
[email protected]

Objective:
To obtain a position that offers an opportunity for hands on experience, personal growth, and knowledge that allows me to utilize my diverse skills effectively and efficiently. 

Education:
Bachelor of Science - Architecture       Completed May 2011
New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, New Jersey

Employment History: 
Modern Design Center – Primary Designer and Architect             March 2012 – Current
-     Cherry Hill, New Jersey
• Designing and installing imported kitchen cabinetry layouts based on customer requests and the latest standards
• Rendering 3D models as well as creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
• Managing the design/construction process from start to finish
• Performing consultations with customers to determine scope of work and needs of the customer
• Implement interior design techniques to bring out the 'hidden potential' within a project

Home Remodeling/Flipping – Project Manager and Contractor            January 2004 – Current
- Camden County, New Jersey
• Completed and self-sold three house flips to date with a 25% profit on each
• Actively selected the best investments to pursue in today’s market
• Fabricated CAD drawings/renderings for specifications
• Coordinated construction, inspections, utilities, and purchasing of materials
• Performed detailing, carpentry, and interior design work
• Designed spaces for both functionality, ergonomic, and economic efficiency

South Jersey Volleyball Club – Head Coach           September 2010 – Present
- Voorhees, New Jersey
• Trained Boys/Girls 16-18 the basic/advanced skills and techniques of competitive volleyball
• Advised and assisted players on college recruitment requirements
• Organized practices and drills specific to required skill sets and tournament competition level

New Jersey Institute of Technology - Phonathon Caller     September 2010 – May 2011
- Newark, New Jersey
• Served as an ambassador between NJIT and its supporters
• Utilized communication and public relation skills by contacting thousands of alumni, parents, and friends to update them on news and campus events at NJIT and kindly ask for donations

Coursework, Experience, and Skills:
Academic Coursework:
- Various Studio Projects
 Rendered and designed suitable spaces that required detailed attention to dimensional constraints, human interaction, and circulation.
 Focus was directed on having open space layouts that utilized natural sunlight, as well as having sleek and modern aesthetics
 Multiple projects incorporated sustainable designs as well as green architecture.
 Several projects incorporated designs and layouts that were native to specific regions and were designed using materials that are prevalent in the local environment.
- Computer Programming
• Utilized Java and C++ Programming skills on various website development projects
• Developed websites that contained functional and aesthetically pleasing designs.
- Project Management
• Learned how to properly manage resources in and effective and efficient manor. This included staff, materials, schedule, and the overall project budget
• Directed attention to cost, material procurement, and quality management to ensure that all areas were taken into consideration and nothing was overlooked
- Economics
• Studied the fundamentals of supply and demand and how they affect the overall consumption of goods and services based on human behaviors
• Knowledgeable about both macro and micro economics and their involvement in all aspects of todays economy

Communication and Teamwork Skills:
• Participated in numerous multidisciplinary team projects 
• Utilized written and oral communication skills
• Team leader of several group projects
• Completes projects through fruition
• Extremely organized and detail orientated individual
• Excellent documentation skills

Computers and Drafting Skill Sets:
• Auto CAD, Autodesk, Sketch Up, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, MicroStation, Adobe Suite, C++, Java
• Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, Microsoft Office XP/2003/Vista/2010 (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Project)

Special Skills & Talents:
- Language Skills:
 English – Fluent
 Spanish – Fluent
 French – Proficient
- Detailed knowledge and work experience in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work

Activities:
• Men’s Volleyball Club – Player/Organizer (April 2008 - Present)
• NJIT Division I Men’s Volleyball – Player (September 2005 – April 2008)
 

Employment 

Modern Design center, Cherry Hill, NJ, US, Designer and Architect

• Designing and installing imported kitchen cabinetry layouts based on customer requests and the latest standards
• Rendering 3D models as well as creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Microstation and Revit
• Managing the design/construction process from start to finish
• Performing consultations with customers to determine scope of work and needs of the customer
• Implement interior design techniques to bring out the 'hidden potential' within a project

Mar 2012 - current
 

South Jersey Volleyball Club, Cherry Hill, NJ, US, Head Coach

• Trained Boys/Girls 16-18 the basic/advanced skills and techniques of competitive volleyball
• Advised and assisted players on college recruitment requirements
• Organized practices and drills specific to required skill sets and tournament competition level

Sep 2010 - current
 

Self Employed - Architect, and Interior Designer, Camden County, New Jersey, Project Manager and Contractor

• Completed and self-sold three house flips to date with a 25% profit on each
• Actively selected the best investments to pursue in today’s market
• Fabricated CAD drawings/renderings for specifications
• Coordinated construction, inspections, utilities, and purchasing of materials
• Performed detailing, carpentry, and interior design work
• Designed spaces for both functionality, ergonomic, and economic efficiency

Dec 2005 - current
 

Education 

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, US, Bachelors, Architecture

Sep 2005 - May 2011
 

Eastern High School, Voorhees, NJ, US, High School, high school

Sep 2001 - Jun 2005
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills