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Jose Maria Pena

Jose Maria Pena

New York, NY, US

 
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About 

An emerging architect with more than four years of experience in residential and commercial design. Proven ability to provide high-quality architectural designs and drawings, through use of software and by hand. Inquisitive and Curious, always open to learning. Versatile and open-minded approach to project completion. Fast learner and collaborative team player.

Employment 

Scarpidis Design, New York, NY, US, Project Manager

- Quickly adopted the imperial units system and the construction one. Researched and learned about the NYC code.
- Currently working on a project for a Doctors office. I worked on my own during the conceptual design and schematic design. Produced floor plans and 3D models/ renderings. Duties include researching the code, assisting to meetings with the client and requesting quotes from contractors.
- Currently working on a project for a terrace in Park Avenue. The terrace project includes a rooftop pool, so my duties include discussing the project with an engineering firm.

Mar 2018 - current
 

Jose Maria Pena Architect, Buenos Aires, AR, Architect

- Worked on projects for one house in Fiji and two houses in Buenos Aires
- Consult with potential clients about project details and negotiate compensation.
- Communicate through presentation and meetings with foreign clients and government agencies about design specifications.
- Adapt styles and practices for success in a different culture with different construction system, with specific design focus on withstanding earthquakes and hurricanes.

May 2017 - Mar 2018
 

Santiago Cordeyro Architects, Buenos Aires, AR, Architectural Designer

 Began with the company as an assistant and gradually evolved into an Architectural Designer.
- Worked on every stage of the design and production process of various architectural projects, both residential and Commercial.
- Participated on several high-end house projects, often serving as lead for project teams.
- Developed technical drawings, details, and construction documents for a multitude of projects.
- Produced hand-sketched and 3D-modeled preliminary designs.
- Created high-quality renderings and presentations both for clients and higher-level team members.
- Built the entire 3D-model of a project for the Austral University.
-Prepared final presentations to clients for consideration.

Jan 2015 - May 2017
 

Education 

Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, AR, BArch, Architecture (6 yr degree)

In Argentina there's no Bachelors Degree. My program was 6 years long, and I studied everything from the Design to the Technical aspects of the Architecture career. It's more than a BArch, but it's not as much as a BArch + MArch.

Jan 2010 - Mar 2017
 

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