I am an Architectural Graduate, Interior Designer and a Project Manager all rolled into one.
As a recent gradute with a masters in architecture, I also have a BFA in interior design. I have the educational background necessary and also the drive and ambition for doing my job with above average capabilities. My work experience includes building industry knowledge, interior specification, space planning, design, construction documents, bid documents, building codes, graphic capabilities, project management, design specifications and development of over five million square feet.
Client requirements have always been a strong area in which I have excelled. On the construction side I am very familiar with contractors and the construction process from start to finish.
My personal qualifications also help me accomplish my goals. I have used leadership and organizational and communication skills to assure that the teams meet the project goals for quality schedules and budgets. I addition, I have experience in training and educating people to achieve higher goals.
I have high organizational and management skills with the ability to multitask. With my strong interpersonal skills I am able to resolve problems to meet clients’ needs. I also have a working knowledge of such programs as: AutoCAD, Revit, Illustrator, Excel, Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Power Point and Photoshop.
TMP Architecture, Bloomfield Hills, MI, US, Architectural Intern
Created construction drawings of elementary and high school renovations.
Hamilton Anderson Associates (Contract Job), Detroit, MI, US, Architectural Designer
Created construction drawings of residential high rise condos.
Interior Enviroment (Contract Job), Novi, MI, US, Architectural Designer
Created full construction drawings for commercial realtor office in Birmingham.
Smith Shurman & Associates, Bloomfield Hills, MI, US, Project Manager/Interior Architectural Designer
Created construction drawings of commercial, medical and industrial buildings.
Project managed clients for interior construction or renovations.
Created cad drawings for site plans.
FMG (Facilities Matrix Group), Pontiac, MI, US, Professional Services Manager/Project Manager
Managed the professional service department of interior designers and project managers.
Created and managed company proposals.
Project managed all aspect of jobs including construction.
Reviewed construction quotes for design cost accuracy.
Created construction drawings of commercial and medical interiors.
Designed interior spaces by specification of interior finishes including furniture selection, inventory and ordering.
NSA (Nordstrom Samson Associates), Farmington Hills, MI, US, Senior Interior Architectural Designer
Designed and developed corporate and industrial interiors.
Created and specified the interior spaces for Erickson Retirement Communities.
Ability to create construction drawings quickly.
Ability to handle multiple projects at any given time.
Created construction drawings for commercial and industrial buildings.
Designed the New Chrysler World Headquarters Engine Plant Administration and Employees Service Building, interior space plans and finishes.
Redico (Real Estate Development & Investment Corporation), Southfield, MI, US, Project Manager/Interior Architectural Designer
Utilization of finishes/furniture/equipment/to raise tenant’s productivity level.
Select/design/purchase material/equipment based on tenant’s approval.
Review/quote tenant pricing to brokers/tenants/trades/accounting department.
Designed and Developed over 4 Million Square Feet.
Managed and designed an average of 35 jobs at any given time.
Ability to deliver accurate construction drawings quickly.
Frequently requested by brokers.
Serra & Associates, Troy, MI, US, Interior Architectural Designer
Designed/hand drafted commercial/residential construction drawings.
Quick hand drafting and CAD capabilities.
Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, US, Bachelors, Interior Architectural Designer
2007 Construction and Design Award, 1st Place
Chrysler GEMA Building World Headquarters 2005
The Engineering Society of Detroit’s Construction and Design Awards are among the premier
recognitions accorded to members of the construction industry and their projects. These
awards are unique in that they honor the three primary members of the building team-owners,
designers and constructors—and recognize outstanding team achievement and innovative use
of technology.
2007 Construction and Design Award, 1st Place
The design and engineering of the Chrysler GEMA building.
The Engineering Society of Detroit’s Construction and Design Awards are among the premier
recognitions accorded to members of the construction industry and their projects. These
awards are unique in that they honor the three primary members of the building team-owners,
designers and constructors—and recognize outstanding team achievement and innovative use
of technology.
Michigan Architectural Foundation Scholarship, 1st Place
Professional Concepts Insurance Agency Scholarship
One of five students selected.
Only student from LTU to win during award year.
The purpose of the MAF is to recognize outstanding "leadership" in future architects.
AAUW (American Association for University Women), 1st Place
2011-2012 Selected Professionals Fellowship.
One of five selected nationally in architecture.
Selected Professions Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time
course of study at accredited U.S. institutions during the fellowship year in one of the
designated degree programs where women’s participation traditionally has been low.
Oscar and Lynn Freidman Scholarship, 3rd Place
Construction documentation and design
Awarded third place, due to sheet size, originally placed first.
