Elizabeth Nehrbauer

About

Project Management:

Solely responsible for the design, project management and construction management of numerous high-end single family residences in the tri-state area, and pre-war / post-war / loft residential renovations in NYC.
Obtained Contractor bids, produced detailed bid comparisons, and assisted in contractor negotiations.
Managed project execution to ensure a successful completion within approved budget and schedule.
Responsible for the coordination between Clients, Consultants and Contractor to execute the project design and scope of work.
Directed weekly site meetings with Contractors, Engineers and Construction Personnel to oversee plan compliance, details and progress.
Conducted meetings with clients to develop design and specification, and establish schedule.
Guided and directed junior designers in the execution of project documents.

Design & Development:

Produced detailed Construction Document / LPC / DOB filing sets.
Experience with NYC building codes and DOB filing procedures.
Developed extensive millwork and cabinetry details.
Assisted clients with material and finish selections; provided Contractors with detailed specification and scope of work packages.

Employment

Oliver Cope Architect, LLC, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

Jun 2016 - current

Neal Beckstedt Studio, New York, NY, US, Project Manager

Oct 2015 - Jun 2016

Daniel Frisch Architecture, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

Designer and Project Manager of multiple high-end pre-war / post-war / loft residential renovations in NYC. Responsible for the design, development, bldg approval, dob / lpc filings, construction management, and coordination between clients / vendors / contractors from the implementation of each project through to completion.

Apr 2011 - Oct 2015

Sygrove Associates Design Group, New York, NY, US, Associate / Office Administrator

Produced interior rendering of proposed lobby renovation
Proposed preliminary design for COOP building exterior elevation
Involved in the staging of a high-end residential apartment in Manhattan
Researched materials, fixtures and finishes
Created graphic design and layout for marketing materials
Responsible for all purchasing and billing of material goods, finishes and services
Acted as company liaison between client requests and designers

Apr 2010 - Apr 2011

Platt Dana Architects, New York, NY, US, Junior Architect

Created and developed design of residential townhouse renovation
Drafted and prepared full drawing set for renovation
Documented and constructed drawings of existing conditions
Produced plan and section details for Landmarks approval
Investigated residential and zoning codes
Visited construction sites, met regularly with owners and contractors

Apr 2008 - Feb 2009

Niles Bolton Associates, Atlanta, GA, US, Intern Architect

Created and developed design for student housing dormitory
Constructed and rendered presentation drawings
Part of 3-member design team in student housing project
Met with and responded to clients/contractors to discuss design progress/changes/inquiries
Produced AutoCAD construction documents
Visited site and assisted in close-out punch list

May 2006 - Aug 2006

The Architectural Team, Boston, MA, US, Intern Architect

Produced construction documents / plan and section details in the redevelopment of a state hospital into a 460-unit apartment community
Translated sketches to hard-line AutoCAD drawings
Photographed and documented existing site conditions

May 2005 - Aug 2005

Education

Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, US, BArch, Architecture

Thesis: Harlem Charter School for the Arts - merging school / community / urban fabric
International Study: Florence, Italy
Dean's List Scholarship

Aug 2002 - May 2007

Areas of Specialization

Architecture, Interiors, Construction, Development, Graphic Design / Signage, Marketing, Office Management, Furniture Design

Skills