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Michael James Casey

Michael James Casey

New York, NY, US

 
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Registered Architect New York State

American Institute of Architects

LEED AP - Building Design & Construction

 

mjcnyc.com 

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Employment 

NBBJ, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

May 2018 - current
 

Ewing Cole, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

Programmed and schematically designed new ICU and Amenities Unit build-outs at New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital, in conjunction with office principals, medical planners, and interior designers.
Managed design and construction documentation for expansion of pediatric cardiology unit at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, including decants for administrative office suite and clinical infusion unit.

Feb 2017 - May 2018
 

Goshow Architects, New York, Junior Architect

Worked with firm partners and project managers to develop and pitch proposals for new student housing and campus support facilities at college campuses in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Long Island.
Drafted and submitted construction documents to NYC School Construction Authority, site survey, conferred with engineers for parapet and roof replacement project at Long Island City High School in Queens.
Prepared and submitted construction documents for interior office renovations at Jacob K. Javits Federal Building in Lower Manhattan in coordination with FBI and General Services Administration.
Developed and submitted construction documents, researched materials, means, and methods for historic reservoir pump station overhaul in the Catskill mountains, in partnership with engineers and NYC DEP.
Created Public Design Commission presentation, work with engineers to draft construction documents for new above grade pump station facility at existing traffic island in Bayside, Queens.
Oversaw construction administration for buildout of new Social Security Administration hearing rooms and offices within existing Alfonse D’Amato Federal Courthouse in Islip, New York.

Jun 2014 - Feb 2017
 

Huniford Design Studio, New York, NY, US, Junior Architectural Designer

Performed site analysis and developed interior design concepts for residential renovation projects. Prepared
as-built drawings and proposed redesign options for interior and landscape spaces. Responsible for drafting construction document sets to NYC building code and submitting to general contractors. Oversaw construction progress and coordinated furniture installations on-site.

Dec 2011 - May 2014
 

Rafael de Cárdenas Ltd., New York, NY, US, Freelance Designer

Developed conceptual layouts and custom furniture designs for residential and professional interiors.
Prepared manual and digital renderings for client and investor review. Researched design precedents, finish materials and mechanical fixtures.

Sep 2011 - Nov 2011
 

Matt's Loft Staircase, Boston, MA, US, Freelance Designer

Developed design for a single run staircase based on client’s vision and precedents within the same
converted loft residential building. Submitted drawings and renderings to steel fabricator for production and oversaw installation on-site.

Aug 2011 - Aug 2011
 

Jonathan Adler Enterprises, Boston, MA, US, Sales Associate

Engaged customers with the home decor brand and guided their furniture fabric and finish choices.
Envisioned and executed visual merchandising arrangements based on fluctuating item inventory. Processed custom orders and transfers between stores, warehouse, and wholesalers. Arranged and performed client deliveries.

Feb 2011 - Aug 2011
 

David Easton, Inc, New York, NY, US, Architectural Design Assistant

Generated conceptual layouts and renderings for luxury residential and hospitality design projects.
Assisted architects with site analysis and construction document drafting. Helped designers pull fabrics, finishes, and prepare mood boards for client presentations.

Jul 2008 - Dec 2008
 

Krists Karklins Design, Boston, MA, US, Freelance Model Builder

Assembled a 1:250 scale model of a 150-unit residential building complex in the suburbs of Riga, Latvia.
Coordinated with architect by email and periodic meetings to construct a topographic base, foliage, contextual buildings and study model.

Oct 2007 - Dec 2007
 

Jonathan Levi Architects, Boston, MA, US, Architectural Design Assistant

Assisted architects with design development and documentation for a large IRS service center renovation. Developed varied systems furniture layout options and prepared diagrams for client review. Built scale museum board and plexiglass models to resolve structural details and explore ceiling panel and skylight options.

Jul 2007 - Dec 2007
 

Boulder Construction Co., Cincinnati, OH, US, Laborer

Performed demolition and light frame wood construction within a series of suburban single family dwellings.

May 2006 - Aug 2006
 

Education 

Northeastern University, Boston, MA, US, MArch, Architecture

Master of Architecture Degree, May 2011
Bachelor of Science in Architecture Degree, Cum Laude, May 2010
Minor in Environmental Studies
Study Abroad Program Participant, Rome, Spring 2008

Sep 2005 - May 2011
 

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