Francis Cauffman Architects (FCA), New York, NY, US, Staff Architect
• Drafted projects and produced design sets in Autodesk Revit for healthcare and corporate new construction, rehabilitation, and fit-out jobs
• Contributed to team and firm efforts and standards by working independently and providing direct design support to, and communicating with, the Project Architect/Project Manager and project team
• Assisted in Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC) of multiple healthcare projects prior to CD submissions
• Reviewed and replied to RFIs and submittals via Bluebeam and Newforma
• Researched materials and products, healthcare and accessibility codes, and WELL Building Standards
Urban Architectural Initiatives, RA, PC, New York, NY, US, Assistant Project Manager
• Drafted projects and produced design sets in Autodesk Revit for affordable and supportive housing new construction and rehabilitation jobs
• Conducted preliminary design, zoning, and feasibility studies, space planning, site surveying, and assembled documentation for all existing conditions
• Generated and prepared specifications, and construction details, drawings, and documents
• Responsible for completing agency forms (DOB, HPD, HUD, Green Communities), researching NYC Building Code and Zoning Regulations, and communicating with expeditors and consultants
• Formulated HPD BLDS submissions and RFQs/RFPs, and all graphic presentations and renderings required
• Reviewed, processed, and replied to shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Conducted site visits, construction meetings, and monitored construction
• Supported, coordinated, and collaborated with project team (clients, property managers, contractors, vendors, etc.) throughout project matriculation to maintain client expectations, project objectives, and team communication
• Apart of office marketing efforts (brochures, presentations, etc.), as needed
Parsons Brinckerhoff/Ammann & Whitney (CPS), New York, NY, US, Administrative and Data Management Assistant
• Supported Principal Project Manager with the management of two multi-million dollar projects for the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA)
• Executed and improved administrative and clerical duties to ensure the efficient operation of the office
• Monitored project expectations and quality by reviewing all work and submittals for errors
• Compiled, coordinated, interpreted, and executed project information and data records
• Arranged meetings to update client and in-house staff regarding project status on a weekly basis
• Developed and maintained all levels of scheduling materials and resources used daily by 28 inspectors conducting space measurement surveys throughout NYC public schools
• Procured additional responsibilities (word processing, file organization, etc.)
Hampton University Department of Architecture, Hampton, VA, US, Project Manager
• Provided a pragmatic design solution to improve eating, living, and learning conditions for resident families at Menchville House Ministries through gardening, space-planning, sustainable design, affordability, and participatory community planning
• Responsible for model prototyping, client meetings, vendor explorations, project timelines and schedules, site visits, and material purchasing for NatureNurturer 2.0
3LG Design Studio, Brooklyn, NY, US, Architectural Intern and Project Manager
• Assisted Principal with residential and hospitality projects from conception to construction
• Designed projects digitally in programs such as SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite
• Responsible for meeting with clients and conducting basic project inspections
• Responsible for word processing (letters, meetings minutes, agendas, etc.), file organization, and coordinating travel arrangements
• Marketing/public relations (created promotional materials, sought opportunities for publication, etc.)
