Result focused and aesthetically-inclined project architectural designer, project manager and graphics coordinator with a strong passion and appreciation for design and detail. 18+ years of experience in demonstrating success while transforming clients ideas into aesthetic, functional design solutions.
Enjoys the challenge of managing projects from inception to completion, including client interactions, space planning, construction drawings, contractor interaction and material color selection.
Experienced with residential, retail, commercial, interior and public projects; familiar with zoning ordinances, construction codes and document preparation. Proficiency in managing projects from conception to completion.
Demonstrated ability to deliver projects within strict time and budget constraints. A verifiable track record of leading design professionals, directing the technical teams, and managing client relations and contractors.
Adept at preparing construction documents, drafting floor plans, site plans, elevations, sections, and details. Cultivated a keen artistic sense and proficiency in graphic design and presentation.
Quick and expeditious at making decisions using site data, design goals, and local and industry standards. Highly developed technical expertise with a full range of drafting and presentation software.
Chester, Ploussas, Lisowsky Partnership LLC, Matawan NJ, Associate of Architecture | Project Designer
Assumed full accountability to provide architectural design, land use planning design, interior space planning, construction drawings of buildings/structures, and coordination with private sector clients to develop and manage the design of small, medium and large scale Multifamily Residential Housing developments (up to 1,800 dwelling units with varying product types), Mixed-Use developments, Retail developments, Commercial Tenant Fit-ups, existing building retro-fits, and custom Single-Family Houses. Management of technical staff and coordination with Clients and Professionals. Research innovative building materials for projects. Hold full responsibility for creative development, marketing concept, execution and project accomplishment.
Provide oversight in the conceptual site planning and building design, while collaborating with Clients, Project Engineers and Land Use Attorneys.
Scheduled interoffice technical staff and managed deadlines while performing due diligence and administering all aspects related to technical drawings, materials, finishing’s, lighting and furnishings.
Handled technical construction documents, devised space planning, furniture and electrical layouts. Demonstrated ability to deliver projects within strict time and budget constraints.
Held full responsibility for creative development, marketing concept, new work proposals and project billings.
Spearheaded efforts to update and create new company website, maintain company Facebook presence, creation of new marketing materials, and interoffice comradery.
the Pennsylvania college of technology, Williamsport, PA, US, Architectural Technologies
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCES, ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIES
HONORS GRADUATE ~ MEMBER OF PHI THETA KAPPA ~ INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Mansfield University, Mansfield, PA, US, Music Performance
Studies in Music Performance and Technique
NJ SAM Award for Best Logo Design, 1st Place
NJ SAM Award for Community Design, 1st Place
