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Adriana Alban

Adriana Alban

Miami, FL, US

 
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About 

Employment 

RS&H, Inc., Miami, FL, US, Project Manager

Managed four 3k+ sq ft retail bank projects for a top 10 US bank, developing detailed scopes of work, budgets, and schedules; successfully completed projects on time and under budget, resulting in 15-20% profit margins

Oversaw two 2k+ sq ft medical office building projects for a top 10 Fortune 500 company, coordinated with vendors and project teams to achieve timely and precise project execution. This effort improved operational efficiency by 25%

Headed an extensive building code and zoning analysis for a retail bank project, identifying critical day 1 components while deferring day 2 elements. This approach prevented an 8-month delay, reducing the project's timeline and costs

Led internal project teams of 3-12 members including architects, interior designers, and engineers, ensuring efficient execution of 4+ milestone deliveries per project; consistently met all project deadlines while achieving client satisfaction

Served as primary contact for clients, contractors, vendors and subconsultants, facilitating clear communication and early identification and resolution of potential issues

Jun 2023 - current
 

RS&H, Inc., Miami, FL, US, Project Architect

Collaborated on a $1 billion expansion and renovation initiative of a top 10 US bank, assisting in the development of new standards and strategies that increased customer satisfaction and reduced construction costs by 12%

Designed two projects for the world’s largest retail bank, created innovative office space solutions that enhanced employee productivity and boosted satisfaction

Mentored and trained two junior associates, crafted a comprehensive first-year career program, conducted training sessions on company software and standards, and participated in annual reviews. These contributions led to being
selected as a point person for the expansion of RS&H’s Miami office

Led client meetings and presentations of design concepts to gather feedback, and make necessary revisions, ensuring client satisfaction and project vision alignment

Mar 2023 - current
 

RS&H, Inc., Miami, FL, US, Architectural Associate II

Participated in the design of a 1 million sq ft. manufacturing and office facility for the world’s largest medical device company, created a detailed layout that optimized security and workflow efficiency

Prepared and presented architectural drawings for a 70k sq ft ground-up office building for a leading US insurance company. Designed three initial massing concepts and site plans, delivering a final design that exceeded client expectations

Dec 2021 - Mar 2023
 

RS&H, Inc., Miami, FL, US, Architectural Associate I

Performed a key role in the initial four projects for a top 10 US bank, developing standardized documentation for due diligence and construction, resulting in company-wide implementation

Worked on multiple small-scale medical office building projects for the 3rd largest pharmaceutical company, coordinated with engineers and interior designers to ensure adherence to code and standards

Aug 2019 - Dec 2021
 

BEA Architects, Miami, FL, US, Architectural Intern

Prepared detailed construction documents during the design development phase of a signage and way-finding project in Port Canaveral, delivering timely project documents for regulatory approvals

May 2017 - Aug 2017
 

BEA Architects, Miami, FL, US, Architectural Intern

Contributed to the schematic design phase for the master plan and cruise port design of the Antigua Cruise Port in the Caribbean. Developed 3D models, renderings, and visual aids, enhancing presentations and stakeholder engagement

May 2016 - Aug 2016
 

Auburn University Housing and Residence Life Office, Auburn, AL, US, Office Assistant

Designed the department’s events flyers and monthly newsletters.

Contributed to the organization and advertisement of the department’s events along side different office heads.

Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
 

Education 

Auburn University, Auburn, AL, US, BArch, Architecture and Interior Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Interior Architecture

Aug 2014 - Aug 2019
 

Cypress Bay High School, Weston, FL, US, High School, High school student

Aug 2010 - May 2014
 

Awards 

Alagasco Competition 2017, Honorable Mention

2017
 

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