Archinect
Alexandra Andrei, R.A.

Alexandra Andrei, R.A.

Davie, FL, US

 
View Portfolio

About 

With more than 10 years’ experience I have worked on a wide range of projects which compound to over 820,000 S.F. Construction Documents and Administration experience. My work experience includes my involvement in 80+ projects, from concept to completion, a third of which have been new building construction. Some of my other highlighted achievements are best showcased below.

Managed projects during all phases of construction until completion and coordinated with consultants to ensure that work is completed within schedule and in compliance with the design intent.   
Collaborated with team members to avoid or eliminate the possibility of items being placed on the critical path due to revision changes in various projects.
Maintained construction administration documents during the construction phase and proactively anticipating schedule clashes and communicate quickly and effectively to all team members.
Kept clients informed of project progress on regular basis. Continuously initiated and maintained contact with key project individuals for purposes of coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
Performed BIM clash detection at critical intervals during the life of a project.
Provided leadership and professional development, coaching and mentoring to staff within the BIM platform and the ARE examination process.
Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology and material application to projects  ranging from commercial and disaster/ essential facilities to AHCA type projects.

Broad knowledge of architectural building systems.

Managed large databases, review of tens of thousands of data entries for purposes of data driven design and incremental development strategies.

Enthusiast BIM API, Dynamo and Energy analysis engines explorer in an effort to produce responsible and informed design.

Revit Associate and Professional certified since 2012 and Autodesk Revit BIM Management: Template and Family Creation certification.

Employment 

Glavovic Studio, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Project Manager/ BIM Manager

Jan 2018 - current
 

Saltz Michelson Architects, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Project Manager/ BIM Manager

• Managed projects during all phases of construction until completion and coordinated with consultants to ensure that work is completed within schedule and in compliance with the design intent.
• Collaborated with team members to avoid or eliminate the possibility of items being placed on the critical path due to revision changes in various projects.
• Maintained construction administration documents during the construction phase and proactively anticipating schedule clashes and communicate quickly and effectively to all team members.
• Kept clients informed of project progress on regular basis. Continuously initiated and maintained contact with key project individuals for purposes of coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
• Performed BIM clash detection at critical intervals during the life of a project.
• Provided leadership and professional development, coaching and mentoring to staff within the BIM platform and the ARE examination process.
• Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology and material application to projects ranging from commercial and disaster/ essential facilities to AHCA type projects.

Nov 2013 - Jan 2018
 

Project Caine, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Drafting Technician

• Responding to company directors and lead engineers;
• Working with Project Caine engineers in collaboration with the Foster and Partners on the Panama Airport project;
• Drafting red line drawings for electrical, plumbing and HVAC work;
• Working in collaboration with electrical engineers to design lighting plans;
• Developing construction plans for residential and commercial projects.

Aug 2012 - May 2013
 

Broward County Energy & Sustainability Program, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Sustainability Intern

• Responsible for assessing data that monitors energy consumption of government building across Broward County;
• Assisting in preparing dossiers for the Natural Resources Planning and Management Division;
• Understanding energy consumption and identified opportunities for energy efficiency;
• Responding to Energy Engineers and Natural Resource Specialists.

Jan 2012 - May 2012
 

S&F Engineers, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, Drafting Technician

• Responding to company directors and lead engineers;
• Developing 2D technical drawings, shop drawings;
• Understanding architectural and engineering standards

Apr 2011 - Aug 2011
 

L. Halloran Interior Design, Miami Beach, FL, US, Interior Design Assistant

• Responding to company director and lead interior designer;
• Responsible for drafting and rendering exterior and interior designs.

Sep 2010 - Jan 2011
 

D. L. Valencia, Miami Gardens, FL, US, Intern Architect

• Responding to company directors and lead architects;
• Responsible for drafting and rendering plans;
• Understanding architectural standards and accessibility requirements;
• Developing diagrams and sketches for strategic areas.

May 2010 - Jan 2011
 

Education 

Florida Atlantic University, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, MArch, Urban and Regional Planning

May 2011 - May 2013
 

Florida Atlantic University, Fort Lauderdale, FL, US, BArch, Architecture

May 2008 - May 2010
 

Awards 

Excellence in Graduate Research Award – by recommendation of FAU Faculty, Award

Recognition for outstanding research and the publication in the American Planning Association - The New Planner Magazine, Fall 2012 Issue.
"Planning for Bicycles in Fort Lauderdale's City Center."
Accessed through: http://www.planning.org/thenewplanner/

2013
 

Excellence in Collaborative Research Award, Award

Award granted for team research efforts outside classes in the competition for EPA "Rain Works Challenge"

2013
 

First prize at the Civil Engineering, Geo-science and Urban Planning Category at the FAU Graduate Research Day, 1st Place

Award granted for the research paper resulted from the EPA "Rain Works Challenge" functional design.

2013
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills