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Natalia Parrado

Natalia Parrado

Bogotá, CO

 

About 

Bilingual architectural engineer with a master´s degree in architecture and construction visualization. Work experience in different countries with projects for AUDI, Habitat for Humanity, Zurich Insurance Group, Allen International, The Icon Tower, a 42 stories building in Barranquilla, SIEMENS, HUAWEI among others. Currently works as a projects and design director in Carvajal Espacios, a company dedicated to design and build corporate spaces in Colombia. Natalia holds strong practices in project management, architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical systems design, home automation, kitchen design, finishes and construction materials, licensing procedures, real estate negotiations, marketing, and job site supervision.

In the past, she assisted in teaching and research at the University of Southern Mississippi with an emphasis in construction methods and materials, communication technologies in civil engineering, and virtual reality and video game engines applications in the real estate market. Hard worker, responsible, flexible, and a professional willing to travel, learn other languages and able to work in multicultural environment.

At the moment, Natalia is pursuing the PMP certification and she is following the PMI methodology and preparation requirements. 

Employment 

Carvajal Espacios S.A.S., Bogotá, CO, PROJECT AND DESIGN DIRECTOR

- Support the commercial department in the pre-sales stage and execution of projects.
- Management of civil works projects for the design, development, and execution of corporate spaces.
- Supervision of design, architectural drawings, renders and presentations.
- Definition of architectural finishes and interior design elements.
- Integration of activities such as air conditioning, access control, structured wiring, electrical and
plumbing, fire extinction and detection network, closed-circuit television, lighting circuit, civil works and furniture.
- Supervision of economic proposals, work schedules and documentation for public and private tenders.
- Leads the design department and manages staff in charge. Provides control over the processes and states of quality for the work delivered to the commercial area.
- Apply certified corporate processes for the development of departmental activities.

Jan 2015 - current
 

Rafael Quiñones Jaramillo Consultant, Bogotá D.C., Colombia, ASSOCIATED ARCHITECT - CONTRACTOR

- Conservation and rehabilitation of the water streams Moraci and Quebradita, through the Regional Autonomous Corporation of Cundinamarca (CAR) and the Major´s office of Usaquén in Bogotá. These two water streams surround a land which belongs to the forest conservation area by La Calera.
- Collaboration in the development plan of design for the construction of The Marly Clinc in Chia, Colombia
- Architectural design, planning permission and building permit process for a project on a field of 8,000 m2, located in the historic center of Villa de Leyva. Project which involves culture and art, and gets to strongly impact the Ministry of Culture and the Municipality of Villa de Leyva. Scope and respect of parameters of historic and cultural heritage of humanity through direct negotiation with the mayor, and delegate culture ministry in Villa de Leyva.
- Development of 3D models and presentations to investors.

Jan 2013 - current
 

Arquint Colombia S.A.S., Bogotá D.C., Colombia, SENIOR ARCHITECT - PROJECT MANAGER

- Projects:
- Zurich Financial Group office space Colombia. 560m2
- Grupo Recordar office space 1100 m2
- Aquiles Shoe Store. New concept.
- Guayaquil Bank.
- Support the commercial department in the pre-sales stage and execution of projects.
- Management of civil works projects for the design, development, and execution of corporate spaces.
-Design and execution of projects of offices and commercial spaces.
- Approval of building permits, demolition and construction licenses, at urban curator offices.
- Development of new architectural concepts, draft drawings and projects drawings.
- Project modeling using AutoCAD, Revit and Sketchup.
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Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
 

TASH Taller de Arquitectura Sánchez-Horneros - ALC Constructora S.A.S., Bogotá D.C., Colombia/Spain, ASSOCIATED ARCHITECT AND TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - PROJECT MANAGER

- Projects:
- Huit Apartamentos: www.huit.co. Built area 3,367 m2.
- The Icon: www.theicon.com.co. Built area 29,075 m2. (The tallest skyscraper in Barranquilla)
- Bridge Business Center. Built area 2,500m2.
- The View. Built area 21,022 m2.
- The Frame. Initial draft
- Alto Prado. Built area 22,718 m2.
- Management of civil engineering projects for the design, development, and execution of residential and office buildings.
- Topographic plans and roads updates procedures at the Local Planning and Catastro Bureau. Approval of building permits, demolition and urban planning licenses, at urban curator offices.
- Review and oversight of architectural drawings, structural design, mechanical systems, home automation and security.
- Support in budgets, specifications, and selection of building materials suppliers, accessories and finishes.
- Revision and approval of 3D models, renderings and images post-production. Control in production, publishing and installation of advertising material in showrooms and fairs stands.
- Implementation of architectural works, budget control, and tendering management for construction projects.

Mar 2013 - Jul 2014
 

CENTURY 21 Espacio Vital, Bogotá D.C., Colombia, REAL-ESTATE AGENT

- Sales and rentals in Bogota, Chia, Sindamanoy and Sopo.
- Promotion of properties using knowledge in architecture, photography and advertising. She practiced legal procedures, loans and mortgages.
- Use of tools like Sinupot and Metrocuadrado to review regulations, market analysis and property appraisals.
- Understanding of the real estate market and the construction of Bogotá DC

May 2012 - Mar 2013
 

ARPENTOS S.A.S., Bogotá, CO, JUNIOR ARCHITECT

- Design, construction supervision and budgets. CAD drawings production, licensing procedures assistance, and 3D visualization.
- Management of the commercial department, marketing and promotion services.
- Proposals Development and execution of waterproofing work, remodeling and restoration of residential buildings in the city of Bogotá.
- Projects:
- Restoration of a house in the neighborhood The Quirinal, Bogotá DC, 60m2
- Country house in a condominium in La Mesa, 172 m2
- Country house in a condominium in Anapoima, 170 m2
- Houses in Chia, 350 m2
- Building Barrancas neighborhood, Bogotá DC 402 m2

Jun 2008 - Mar 2013
 

Architect Sandra Krinner, Greater New York City Area / Frankfurt Germany, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER & 3DViz - CONTRACTOR

- Design assistance, 3D modeling and architectural visualization
- Computer graphics and post-production
- Major projects:
- Volkswagen & Audi Shop Bad Tölz, Germany.
- AUDI Brand Terminal. Bad Toelz, Germany. Publications in German newspapers.
- 430 m2 Family Residence. Frankfurt, Germany

Sep 2010 - Sep 2012
 

Habitat for Humanity, MISSISSIPPI AND TEXAS, DESIGNER / BUILDER. VOLUNTEER

- Home builder for wooden-frame houses, helped in every stage of the construction.
- Designed and provided solutions following budget and building codes (ADA).
- Designed a House in Texas for a low-income family. The design respected work budget and handicapped building codes (ADA). This house was completed and occupied on December 2011. Now, the same design is being used by Habitat for Humanity for new homes with the same needs in North Collin County, TX. www.ncc-habitat.com

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
 

The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS, US, GRADUATE RESEARCH AND TEACHER ASSISTANT

- Wrote documents, books, tutorials, and directed undergrad and grad school lectures.
- Practiced modern construction methods and materials to auto generate energy and environmental design.
- Investigated BIM, IPD, collaborative design and new IT technologies in the AEC Industry.
- Explored video game engines and interaction with 3D models through virtual environments

Jan 2009 - May 2010
 

Education 

The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS, US, Masters, Master of Science in Engineering Technology in Architecture and Construction Visualization

- The University of Southern Mississippi Graduate Research and Teaching Full Assistantship.
- GPA 3.95/4.00

Jan 2009 - May 2010
 

The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS, US, Bachelors, Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering

- The Conference USA Academic Medal, Honor Roll, Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll, and Dean's List.
- The University of Southern Mississippi Women’s Tennis Team Full Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Jan 2006 - Dec 2008
 

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, CO, Bachelors, Electronic Engineering

This credits were transferred to The University of Southern Mississippi on January 2006 to continue the studies in Architectural Engineering.

Jul 2003 - Jun 2005
 

Awards 

Commissioner's Academic Medal, Award

C-USA Academic Medal

Commissioner's Academic Medal -- criteria are as follows:

1. cumulative 3.75 GPA and above (include all grades through the first semester of the current year)
2. at least one academic semester at the institution (freshmen can be included)
3. may include student-athletes who participate in non-conference sponsored sports

2010
 

Commissioner's Academic Medal, Award

C-USA Academic Medal

Commissioner's Academic Medal -- criteria are as follows:

1. cumulative 3.75 GPA and above (include all grades through the first semester of the current year)
2. at least one academic semester at the institution (freshmen can be included)
3. may include student-athletes who participate in non-conference sponsored sports

2009
 

Commissioner's Honor Roll, Award

Commissioner’s Honor Roll -- criteria are as follows:
cumulative 3.0 GPA or above (include all grades through the first semester of the current year)
at least one academic semester at the institution (freshman can be included)
may include student-athletes who participate in non-conference sponsored sports

2008
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills