I am a mature ArchiCAD user with over 20 years experience working as a CAD/BIM Technician & Designer, along with CAD/BIM Management & general Architectural Support. I am a seasoned professional & have extensive experience with both commercial & residential projects. Well-rounded, detail-oriented, thorough, & meticulous. Construction/Project Management capable, ready, willing, & able.

I am known for being thorough & tenacious.

I started my career using other software, as many of us have. My ArchiCAD journey started in late 2010, with a previous long-term employer (architectural firm). Today, I can’t imagine using any other BIM software. For hardware, I prefer Macs...I have been living completelyWindows-free" for a while, & I don't want to go back.

I was downsized out of a long-term job during the recession, & I have been mostly working for myself ever since. Self-employment has been mostly by default… There are aspects that I like about it, but I would ultimately prefer to find a position in a strong & stable company.

My skills & experience speak for themselves. I am not a licensed architect, but I am confident that I will be an asset to any team. I am one of the best construction detailers that you will ever meet. I was doing 3D modeling long before the term “BIM” existed.

I am not only skilled at modeling, but I know how to wrangle a model into a good, readable set of construction drawings. 

I will be a great fit for any group who is making the transition from other CAD software to ArchiCAD. I have already made that transition, conquered it, & committed to ArchiCAD. I speak various software languages & can translate between the worlds, thus helping others make the transition. I can help make the journey less painful.

I live in Asheville, NC… a place that I truly love, but I will consider relocating to select locations for the right opportunity…especially places where the weather is good, the waves are tasty, & the mountains meet the sea.

If you're interested in knowing more please contact me, and I will be glad to provide more information; detailed resume/career timeline, references, software history, samples, etc. I have many, many more samples that I will share as requested.

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For the record, I am NOT a licensed architect or engineer.