Creative, organized and self starting professional demonstrating expertise in typological diverse projects, with emphasis in design / build scenarios, construction management, and sustainable technologies. Equipped with exemplary talents in developing innovative concepts to meet client needs and specification. Adept at artistically creating efficient spaces that provides confort, and stimulate the sences. Well-versed communicator with fluency in Spanish , English, and with working knowledge of Portuguese.
Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design, Miami, FL, US, Architect
Architect / Hospitality
Successfuly participate on interior design and construction administration process for well know Hospitality brands such as Starwood, Hyatt and Marriot as well as private owned projects.
-Development of complete set of plans and Construction Documents for interiors , including details, specifications packages , budget and quantities matrix (FF&E, lighting, finishes, plumbing, hardware)
-General PM tasks for projects in construction phase such as: Manage RFIs and CFAs responses; Cross Coordination of team members subcontractors, designer, manufacturers, clients; Evaluation and approval of materials and samples.
-ShopDrawings development , priciples of manufactiring , selection and approval of materia
Primera Engineers LTD, Chicago, IL, US, Architectural Designer
Proactively engaged in the evaluation – rating process of LEED projects to meet USGBC requirements for the LEED certification. Managed the construction administration process, prepared request for information, conducted submittals review, carried out on-site observation, and effectively conveyed status to supervisor. Ensured compliance with project schedule. Preformed plans for remodeling projects, showing existing, remaining and new construction proposed. Built charts-tables showing areas of intervention. Presided over meetings, scheduling, materials procurement, and final report submission.
Career Highlights:
Exemplify strong language skills by translating set of construction specifications for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioner (HVAC) and Mechanical, Electric, Plumbing System (MEP) from English to Spanish
Translated various monthly reports and submittals from Spanish to English in order to meet the USGBC requirements for the rating system
Played a pivotal role in fostering and streamlining international communication to successfully maintain ongoing collaboration between the staff in Mexico City and Chicago
Florida International University, Miami, FL, US, Masters, Master of Science in Construction Management