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Alexander Chavdarov

Alexander Chavdarov

Anaheim, CA, US

 
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­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ALEXANDER CHAVDAROV LEED GA

                                       Anaheim, CA, 92808  (714) 414-5646  email: aachavdarov@gmail.com

ARCHITECTURAL JOB CAPTAIN/ DESIGNER, Fullerton,  CA

Innovative professional with 25 + years’ experience in residential, commercial, DOD and renovation projects. Professional with commitment to quality craftsmanship and thorough understanding of code compliance, permits, materials and constructability.  Expertise and valued skills in both traditional and contemporary design utilizing traditional and digital methods.

Executed extensive schematics and ensure accuracy and compliance of organizational standards. Multi-task numerous multi – million dollar projects and responsibilities under stringent deadlines to achieve optimal results. Utilize outstanding leadership and process improvement abilities to drive projects forward in design and construction phases.

CAREER TIMELINE

HFS Concepts 4, Long Beach, CA                                                                                                 2019

Senior Project Coordinator/ Designer

RC Architecture, Huntington Beach, CA                                                                                       2018

Project Manager/ Designer

Peyo & Associates, Laguna Beach, CA                                                                               2011 - 2018

Project Manager/ Designer

Musser Architects, Inc., Costa Mesa,                                                                                   2004 – 2009

Project Manager/ Designer

Khatri International Inc., Pasadena, CA                                                                               2002 – 2004

Consultant - Project Manager/ Designer

TELECOMUNICATIONS                                                                                                                1995 - 2002

 Glendale, Tustin, Irvine, Costa Mesa, CA

Project/ Development Manager/ Designer

 

CAREER & PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

Coordination of renovations/ design/ADA/ UBC for large hotel chains in

USA                                                                                                                                                                2019

Development of new restaurants, for “Tocaya Organica”:

San Diego, Burbank                                                                                                                                        2018

Executed a number of projects for JFTB, Los Alamitos, CA, including:

Starbase Classroom Bldg #3: New 3200 sq.ft. classroom building, including audio visual, and virtual reality

 rooms                                                                                                                                                              2018

Building 7 Major renovations: 28,000 sq.ft. roof replacement and major renovations                               2018

Building 8 Major renovations: 12,000 sq.ft. roof replacement and major renovations                               2018

ATC Tower: Renovation of Hangar 1 – ATC Tower                                                                                    2014/15

Morro Ridge: 800 mhz Radio Site, Laguna Beach                                                                                        2014/16

Youth Programs Support Area: New 3125 sq.ft. classroom building, 3,000 sq.ft covered eating area, volleyball and basketball courts, soccer field, new parking and other site improvements.                                                     2014/17                  

New Construction: Grizzly Youth Challenge Program Expansion, Camp San Luis Obispo, CA                 2012

Designed a number of classroom buildings, administration building and a library on this existing campus. Provided site improvements per ADA and City Ordinances.  

Building 55 Renovations: 17,118 sq.ft. facility for veterans of Iraq and Afganistan                                    2011                                                

Tenant Improvement / New Construction: Via Verde, Huntington Beach, CA – $ 9 mil. Approved          2009

Successfully completed the design of major upgrade in this large existing residential complex.  Coordinated meetings with City Officials and departments during design development. Maintained open communications with client at all time. Working in synchrony with consultants, constructed   new 18,500 square feet parking garage.  Designed 18,000 square feet of new residential units, leasing offices, private gym and other recreational areas over existing garage structure, approved by the City of Huntington Beach in 2009.

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Tenant Improvement / New Construction: Linda Garden, Yorba Linda, CA, $ 13 mil. Completed        2009

Completed rehabilitation of 19 buildings for affordable housing on this existing site. Participated in all meetings with City officials and departments during design development, and maintained open communications with the client. Incorporated environmentally friendly concepts which provided the client with State and Federal credits. Designed new 9000 square feet building with additional units, leasing office, learning center and new outbuildings. Working in concert with the City, provided a major site improvements per ADA. Executed all design phases and construction administration.

Tenant improvement / New Construction: Citrus Grove – Phase 1, Rialto, CA, $ 25 mil. Completed        2008

Conducted major rehabilitation and upgrade for affordable housing on 40 apartment buildings, including a large number of accessible units. Coordinated all activities with City Departments, City Officials during design development.  Maintained open communications with client.  Designed  new 8,000 square feet Community Center with afterschool classrooms and other outbuildings. Incorporated environmentally friendly concepts per City request. Provided substantial site improvements per ADA and City ordinances. Oversaw and resolved issues during construction phase, and issued weekly reports and RFI’s. Organized and finalized the design for Phase 2 and Phase 3.

AWARDS                                                                                                                   

2009- National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials- Award of Excellence

2009- National Association of Home Builders- Best Conversion/ Repositioning of a Multifamily Asset

2010- California Redevelopment Association- Award of Excellence in Residential Rehabilitation Development

New Construction:  Redlands, CA                                                                                Completed        2007

Successfully completed the design for this $ 3.3 mil., 8500 sq. ft. custom home. Working in synchrony with the client and consultants, completely redesigned the entire site. Customized the new pool house, infinity pool and surrounding area, and incorporated green building design. Executed the schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration.

Performed multiple functions for other architectural firms in Southern California.  Managed overall project performances. Provided direct support to other functional project teams in the planning and execution of the job  including, resolving issues, managing resources and project coordination, interfacing with client representatives regarding the project’s progress. Projects included land design and development, Multi-family projects, Custom homes, Commercial, Tenant improvements and Dental offices.  

Telecommunications:

Developed sites for major PCS companies including Cox Communications, Pacific Bell, AT&T Wireless Services, Diablo Communications, Mountain Union Telecom, Cingular Wireless, Metricom Communications, Nextel Communications. Projects included Monopole sites, multiple carrier towers and varieties of tenant improvement sites. The rapid growth of this industry required a creative, immediate and qualified response on daily basis. Executed planning, design, construction documents and permits. Led and train personnel with the heavy work load. Guided and directed project teams and consultants for appropriate materials and systems and consistently meet project deadlines and budgets. Oversee and resolved issues during construction phase.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Computer  - Microsoft Office, Excel, MS Project, ACAD 2016,2018LT, Revit  2016.

EDUCATION

PMP, New Horizons, Anaheim, CA                                                                                     2012

BA in Architecture, Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria

Construction Superintendent, Professional Building School, Sofia, Bulgaria

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

LEED GA

Employment 

Peyo & Associates, Inc., Laguna Beach, CA, US, Project manager/ Designer

Performed multiple functions.
Executed a number of projects for JFTB, Los Alamitos, CA, including:
Starbase Classroom Bldg #3: New 3200 sq.ft. classroom building, including audio visual, and virtual reality
rooms 2018
Building 7 Major renovations: 28,000 sq.ft. roof replacement and major renovations 2018
Building 8 Major renovations: 12,000 sq.ft. roof replacement and major renovations 2018
ATC Tower: Renovation of Hangar 1 – ATC Tower 2014/15
Morro Ridge: 800 mhz Radio Site, Laguna Beach 2014/16
Youth Programs Support Area: New 3125 sq.ft. classroom building, 3,000 sq.ft covered eating area, volleyball and basketball courts, soccer field, new parking and other site improvements. 2014/17
New Construction: Grizzly Youth Challenge Program Expansion, Camp San Luis Obispo, CA 2012
Designed a number of classroom buildings, administration building and a library on this existing campus. Provided site improvements per ADA and City Ordinances.
Building 55 Renovations: 17,118 sq.ft. facility for veterans of Iraq and Afganistan 2011

Jan 2011 - current
 

HFS Concepts 4, Long Beach, CA, US, Senior Pr. Coordinator/ Designer

Coordination of renovations/ design/ADA/ UBC for large hotel chains in
USA

Nov 2018 - Jan 2019
 

RC Architecture, Inc., Huntington Beach, CA, US, Project manager/ Designer

Development of new restaurants, for “Tocaya Organica”:
San Diego, Burbank

Jul 2018 - Oct 2018
 

Musser Architects, Inc., Costa Mesa, CA, US, Project manager/ Designer

Performed multiple functions.
Tenant Improvement / New Construction: Via Verde, Huntington Beach, CA – $ 9 mil. Approved 2009
Tenant Improvement / New Construction: Linda Garden, Yorba Linda, CA, $ 13 mil. Completed 2009
Tenant improvement / New Construction: Citrus Grove – Phase 1, Rialto, CA, $ 25 mil. Completed 2008

May 2005 - Dec 2009
 

Education 

technical university, Sofia, Bulgaria, BArch, Architecture

Architect

Jan 2019 - current
 

Project Management Institute (PMI), Anaheim, CA, US, PMP

PMP

Jan 2012 - Jul 2012
 

GBCI- LEED, Anaheim, CA, US, LEED GA

LEED GA

Jan 2011 - Jul 2011
 

Awards 

2009- National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials- Award of Excellence, Other

2009- National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials- Award of Excellence

2009
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills