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Brian Kanefsky

Brian Kanefsky

Stamford, CT, US

 
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About 

Professional Summary - A skillful, creative Project Manager and Architect with more than 12 years of experience in a range of markets including Healthcare, Academic, Commercial, Government and Corporate Sectors.  A highly motivated professional who combines knowledge of traditional and Green architectural and engineering practices, building materials and equipment, and construction technology to efficiently reach project goals and perform essential duties pertaining to project design and client interface.  AIA National Merit Award Recipient for the Althea Gibson Early Childhood Center, East Orange, NJ.

Employment 

D&B Engineers and Architects, PC, White Plains NY, Project Manager

 Coordinated and supervised the design process of the projects while overseeing outside consultant

 Managed project budgets and daily operations of the architectural divisions while Identifying the resources needed to complete project tasks and assigned responsibilities to project team members.

 Pursued new project leads and developed new business opportunities and marketing plans that generated significant new revenue for the firm.

 Created & developed detailed design and construction documents

 Researched codes and obtained required permits.

Major Projects worked on
 South Orangetown Central School District Tappan Zee High School Renovations, Blauvelt, NY
 South Orangetown Central School District Middle School Renovations, Blauvelt, NY
 South Orangetown Central School District Cottage Lane elementary school New Library, Blauvelt, NY
 New Rochelle Fire House #2 Renovations, New Rochelle, NY
 Stony Brook University West Apartment Assessment Report, Stony Brook, NY
 Rough Rider Condominium Assessment Report, Montauk, NY
 Bethpage Public Library Renovations, Bethpage New York
 Stony Brook University Roosevelt Quad Renovations, Stony Brook, NY

Jan 2020 - current
 

Edge + Co. Architecture, Stamford, Project Manager

Managed the design process of multiple projects while overseeing outside consultant and mentoring junior staff.

managed the firms design and documentation standards
Created & developed detailed design and construction documents.

Researched codes and obtained required permits at the state and local level.

Major Projects worked on

 Bronx Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation 123 bed Addition, Bronx, NY
 Ave J Urgent Care Center, Brooklyn, NY
 Sheepshead Bay Urgent Care Center, Brooklyn, NY
 Melrose 123 Ave Urgent Care Center, Brooklyn, NY
 Martine Center for Nursing 1st Floor Lobby & 5th floor Renovations, White Plains, NY
 Ontario Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, Renovations, Ontario, NY
 Williamsburg Dialysis Center, Brooklyn, NY
 Airmont Dialysis Center, Airmont, NY
 4770 White Plains Rd Office Renovation, Bronx, NY
 Perfect Health Urgent Care Center Renovations, Brooklyn, NY

Jan 2018 - Apr 2020
 

Gooding Architecture, Project Manager

 Coordinated and supervised the design process of the projects while overseeing outside consultants
 Created & developed detailed design and construction documents
 Monitored project costs to ensure profitability and technical performance.
 Researched codes and obtained required permits.
 Conducted on-site observations and inspections of work during the construction.

Major Projects worked on

 Element One Multifamily/ Mixed Use, Stamford CT
 25 Bank St. Multifamily/ Mixed Use, Stamford CT
 Butler Lofts Multifamily/ Mixed Use, Norwalk CT
 Baypointe Multifamily/ Mixed Use, Stamford CT
 RBS Clinton Ave Multifamily/ Mixed Use, Stamford CT

Jul 2015 - Nov 2016
 

Granoff Architects, Greenwich, CT, US, Project Manager

 Engaged clients through daily contact throughout the design process while managing the design team to produce the best possible design solution for our client’s needs.
 Coordinated and supervised the design process of the projects while overseeing outside consultants
 Produced & developed construction documents

Major Projects
 IDT Office high-rise renovation Newark NJ
 19-23 West Putnam renovation, Greenwich, CT
 66 field Point Office Building Repositioning. Greenwich, CT
 44 W. Putnam Office Renovation, Greenwich, CT

Aug 2013 - Jul 2015
 

Stonehill & Taylor Architects and Planners, New York, NY, US, Project Architect

•Engaged clients through daily contact throughout the design process and coordinated and supervised design team throughout the production process

•Conducted on-site observations and inspections of work during construction.

Major Projects
 CHN Downtown Healthcare Clinic

 NYU Hospital for Joint Disease 10th floor renovation

 NYU Hospital for Joint Disease OR renovation

 550 5th Ave Vertical Expansion Project

Sep 2011 - Oct 2012
 

Cubellis Architecture / Environetics Design Inc., Philadelphia, PA, US, Project Manager

Cubellis Architecture / Environetics Design Inc. Project Manager November 2007 – August 2011
• Created then executed project work plans and project account files.
• Assessed projects and reported financial status, schedule, and quality of performance to senior management.
• Developed construction documentation based on the approved schematic design.
• Monitored project costs to ensure profitability and technical performance.
• Developed new business opportunities and marketing plans that generated significant new revenue for the firm.

Major Projects Managed

 Kennedy Health Care Center Sub-Acute Rehab 60 Bed Addition, Sewell NJ
 Emergency Department Renovations, Kennedy Health System, Sewell NJ
 Medical Office building - Kennedy Health System, West Deptford, NJ
 Facility ADA & Barrier Free Study, Kennedy Health System, Cherry Hill NJ
 Radiology & Physical Therapy Relocation, Kennedy Health System, Stratford NJ
 Kennedy Health Care Center Assisted living & Lobby Renovations, Sewell, NJ
 Willow Creek Assisted Living & Sub-Acute Rehab renovations, Somerset NJ
 Burlington Assisted Living & Sub-Acute Rehab renovations, Burlington VT
 Puerto Nuevo Senior living Facility, Puerto Rico
 Cricket Communication Retail Store North-East Roll
 Keystone Diagnostic & MRI, Philadelphia, PA

Nov 2007 - Sep 2011
 

Education 

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, US, BArch, Architecture

Sep 1995 - Aug 2000
 

Awards 

AIA Merit design Award, 1st Place

AIA National Merit Award Recipient for the Althea Gibson Early Childhood Center, East Orange, NJ.

2012
 

Areas of Specialization