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  • Sejal Patel

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 0-3 years
  • Resume:
    OBJECTIVE Seeking a position as Junior Designer / Intern EDUCATION University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, New York Master of Architecture (Sustainable Urban & Natural Environment research group), September 2009 Indubhai Parekh School of Architecture, Rajkot, India Bachelor of Architecture June 2007 WORK EXPERIENCE Entry Level Architectural Intern KV and Company Inc., Los Angeles, USA January 2010 – September 2010 • Participated actively in designing and coordination of a “Daily Dose” coffee shop and restaurant in downtown Los Angeles. • Performed ADA and California Building Code research for coffee shop, restaurant and single family residence. • Successfully obtained building permit based on presentation drawings, construction documents and 3D renderings for residences and commercial building. • Prepared presentation drawings and conducted research regarding LEED certification for community center for “Girls Today Woman’s Tomorrow” • Handled projects keeping in mind its sustainable impact on the environment and also its cost-effectiveness. • Developed conceptual drawings and prepared 3D models for residences in Los Angeles. • Designed and managed a kitchen remodeling project in the downtown area of Los Angeles. • Meticulously selected and ordered material for kitchen furniture, equipment, flooring, lighting and stone for countertop. • Communicated successfully with design team, consultants, vendors and client for single family residences, coffee shop and restaurant. Assistant of Principal Architect Ar. Rahul Shah, Ahmedabad, India November 2006- June 2007 • Monitored the progress of residential projects from the conceptual design stage to its execution. • Generated several renderings that have been used publicly for presentations and exhibitions of DEEPAK Cement Factory, Township project in Kutch Gujarat. • Obtained extensive knowledge in designing township, commercial, and institutional projects through active participation in the designing process. • Participated in designing the interior of “Tanishq” Jewelry shop in Ahmedabad, India. • Renovated single family residences, presented drawings and weekly reports at client meetings. • Acquired experience in the production and organization of technical drawings. Internship: Ar.Sujit Josh, Bangalore, India, June 2004 - Sep 2004 • Designed residential projects. • Produced interior designs of office and residential buildings. • Estimated project cost and materials. • Created 3D renderings, presentation drawings and fabricated physical models. PROJECTS Special Project: Greening Michigan Avenue Buffalo, NY – Urban planning March 2009- May 2009 • Explored various sustainable strategies to revitalize Michigan Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood. • Focused on community connection and economic improvement by applying “Urban Farming” as a concept. • Implemented integrated mixed use, in-fill concepts and self sustainable community. • Explored sustainable concepts using solar, wind and geothermal energy at a pragmatic level. Independent Study – Water Conservation Techniques June 2009- August 2009 • Worked with Professor Lynda H. Schneekloth, about the sustainable use of water in architecture and landscape. • Documented different ways and technologies to store and restore water level at community and individual level. Thesis: “Traditional Street” as place for social interaction, Surat, India March 2006 – June 2006 • Documented physical features and structure of traditional streets of Surat, India and analyzed their influence on social activity and human behavior. • Studied the dependency of street hierarchy, street structure and territorial factors to generate social interaction in space. SOFTWARE SKILLS Drafting and Presentation: Auto CAD 2012, Adobe (Photoshop CS5, Illustrator, In design), Revit 2012, Rhino, Sketch up 7, Vray for Sketch-Up, Dreamweaver CS5, Flash. Energy related Softwares: ENERGY 10, ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, e QUEST. Generic Softwares: Microsoft Office 2007 (MS word, MS excel, MS Power Point, MS Outlook, MS Project), HTML, Adobe CS5. • Skilled in freehand sketching and manual drafting. • Proficient at preparing drawings using different media like water color, ink and charcoal. AWARDS/ HONORS • LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional) Conducted by United States Green Building Council (USGBC) June 2009 • Registered architect with Council of Architecture (COA), India
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  • Farshad Shagoshatsbi

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 3-6 years
  • Resume:
    Farshad shagoshtasbi, Intern Architect, 28056 Marguerite PKWY, #P Mission Viejo, CA. 92692 Cell: (949) 365.6959 F.24158@gmail.com To Whom It May Concern : I am writing to express my interest in the architectural and interior design position with your consulting firm. I received my bachelor and master degree in Architecture and Urban design with honors in 2005 and 2007 respectively. My master thesis title is “Pire-sabz-chak-chak” where the series of organic buildings were planed. I won two awards after graduation. The first prize was in 2009, the design for the renovation of the “SBR Co. Ltd.” office which was selected by Memar Awards. The second prize was for the same design which I received by Memari o Sakhteman Award the section of the Interior Design award in 2010. In 2002, I opened my office “Amordad Design Developer”. Based on my personal values, I respond to my client’s inquiries with excellence in design. I create public or private spaces bringing natural and built environments in harmony in their specific context and place. The projects illustrated on this resume are examples of my experience as individual project architect and as a firm. I have over 10 years experience with more than 100 projects on the Interior design, Construction, Architectural, Urban design, and land escape. In 2010, I came to the United States. I am planning to practice an architectural building as an Intern Architect, and like to practice interior and exterior design, and construction. Please find attached a copy of my résumé for your review. Thank you for your time and consideration of my application. I look forward to your response and to further discussing my interests and qualifications with your firm. Sincerely yours, Farshad Shagoshtasbi,
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  • george james ducas

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 15+ years
  • Resume:
    To whom it may concern: I am a registered architect in Texas and Arizona, USA. I am also a registered Interior Design in Texas. Since I am NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards) Certified, I have a file in Washington DC that allows me to become registered in other states in the USA. I am currently a member of the AIA (American Institute of Architects) and also have in the past been a member of IESNA (Illuminating Engineering Society of North America), and ASID (American Society of Interior Designers). I have a Bachelor of Science Architecture Degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and Masters of Science Architecture Degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (also validated by the University of Sao Paolo Brazil). I have an international background having worked in projects in Africa, Europe, South Pacific, Asia, North America, and South America. I am a dual national representing the USA and Brazil. I have studied 4 languages that include English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. I have also lived in 10 countries and visited another 50. My career has had three influences to my knowledge and experience in the construction process, which are architecture, construction management (owner’s style representation), and financial (banking) related to construction and real estate development. I have represented parties involved on all sides of the development process to include real estate developer, bank, architect, interior designer, owner, contractor, and construction management team in the field. My interest is to further my credentials in design and development and apply my skills to a directorship level position with an architecture, real estate, design, or construction development team. I am open to international opportunities. My architecture experience is very broad and would be the first influence from 1981-2012. I have worked on several projects as large as 2 billion dollars (Broadgate in London) and coordinated the efforts of those in an office setting as large as 20, which included consultants. I have been director of an architectural studio. Firms that I have been associated with directly or indirectly have involved many prestigious architects, corporations, government entities, real estate developers, and contractors. These companies, authorities, and architects include Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM Chicago & London), Ford Powel and Carson (San Antonio), CH2MHill (Dallas), Arcadis (Phoenix), Giffels (Phoenix & Michigan), Arata Isosaki (Japan), Pei (NY), CRSS (Dallas), Lockheed Martin (AZ & DC), Rosehaugh Stanhope Developments (London), Frank Gehry (Santa Monica), City of Dallas, Disney (FL), Nissan (TX), Regional Transit Authority (Phoenix), TSA (AZ), DFW Airport (DFW), Peninsula Hotel (CA), Rosewood Properties (Dallas), Sheraton Hotel (MA), Marriott Hotel (AZ), and others. The largest architectural company I worked for was SOM Chicago and had a staff over 1000. My career in architecture and project management spans from 1981 to 2012. Additional skills from this period include value engineering, project management, technical support, construction administration, and a lead role since 1988. The Second influence of my career include owners representative style construction management services from 2000-2012. This includes on site field representation, cost estimating, budget evaluation, client coordination, and generally supervising and advising on the process from pre-construction through construction to substantial completion of the project and or final inspection. The positions were responsible for pre-construction such as management and assistance related to data gathering, coordination with project team players, establishing scope of work, establishing bill of materials, interviewing architect/contractors, establishing facility construction or modifications requirements, following design standards, permits, security passes, and developing construction solicitation packages. The various positions were responsible for construction supervision such as awarding contracts, supervising construction progress & procedures, post-construction inspection, and compliance with specifications. I resolved issues between client and government authorities, agencies, and stakeholders. During this phase I supervised the work of as many as 400 workers in the field, 6 prime contractors, and 10 projects simultaneously with 100 percent travel. Projects were in Arizona, New York, and Texas. The third influence involved financial construction development from 2004 to 20012 and is included as a specialized development of influence two. My experience involved establishing the construction department for a bank that lends money to real estate developers. I was in charge of risk on over 500 million dollars in funds. The position involved architecture, construction management, risk review, banking, knowledge of multi-state construction issues-laws, coordination with developers, hiring inspectors, site inspections, budget review, documentation, and multi-state supervision of 200 construction/land projects (budget over 500 million) . I supervised over 100 active projects per month reporting on them on a monthly basis, wrote a monthly executive report, and also developed the department construction manual on processes, procedures, and risk controls. Project types included commercial, retail, office, multi-family residential, single-family residential, industrial, education, multi-use, hospitality, automotive, restaurant, and land development. Marketing also involved approximately one billion in referrals. I reported to the President and CEO. I was also involved in small real estate development projects, advised on risk to real estate development, and advised on budgeting and risk. Presently I am involved in real estate development owner’s representation and architectural development. My current involvements are as follows: I am associated with ETI Professionals for contract work with FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency). When required, responsibilities include review damaged public facilities (roads, buildings and/or bridges) then develop descriptions of the work and costs necessary for repairs and/or rebuilding of the site. Work with public stakeholders to assist them with the FEMA Public Assistance process. Real estate development owner’s representation and architectural development. Areas of specialization include owners’ representative style cm services, budgeting, financial, value engineering, architecture consultant, and development issues, lighting, and research. Housing renovations and construction management Design and development drawings for 50,000 square foot house. Design and development drawings for 5 billion dollar cathedral. Federal GSA security clearance through Colliers. Published a book on science, philosophy, and metaphysics. My background now incorporates experiences in financial construction (banking), architecture, interior design, real estate development, construction management, budgeting, and risk review. I am ready for career development and to match my skill set to an appropriate position. My long term goal is in Architecture and Real Estate Development projects. I would love to work for your company as I would consider it an appropriate challenge and match for my skills and feel that I have plenty to offer. Thank you. George James Ducas AIA, NCARB gjmd1@earthlink.net 602-321-4949
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  • Christopher Indoe

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 15+ years
  • Resume:
    Objective: To acquire employement in a progressive, challenging environment condusive to learning and growing as an architectural professional. Skills: Highly proficient in Autocad and Autodesk Architectural Desktop. Proficient in the use of the M-Color CAD Plug-in. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat. Proficient in SketchUp. Experience: Parallax Associates Inc., Culver City, CA (10/2011 – Present) Responsibilities include the design/production of construction documents (CD) and presentation graphics, as well as on-site surveying. KBA Architects Inc., Charlestown, MA (8/2008 – 5/2011) Responsibilities include the design/production of construction documents (CD) and presentation graphics, as well as on-site surveying. Dyer Brown Architects, Boston, MA (5/2008 – 7/2008) Hired on a contract basis to survey a high rise hotel in downtown Boston (the Radisson) and create CAD drawings of all levels – including a multi-level parking garage. Ultimately developed a full drawing set to be submitted as condominium documents. Jacobs Edwards & Kelcey, Boston, MA (10/2006-5/2008) Responsibilities included the design/production of construction documents and presentation graphics, as well as on-site surveying. Assisted in production/update of the office architectural CAD standards. Cubellis Associates Inc., Boston, MA CAD Manager (2/2001 – 6/2006) Responsibilities included overseeing the drafting, training, software deployment, and production standards across the entire firm during a period of high growth. CAD Drafter (4/1997 – 2/2001) Responsibilities included production of construction drawings and creating numerous 3D computer models for the purpose of creating perspective renderings. Worked extensively with both architectural and interior design departments. Office Aid (8/1996 – 4/1997) Performed all basic administrative tasks, as well as entry-level architectural tasks including print-making, basic hand-drafting and rendering. Education: Boston Architectural Center, Boston, MA 1996 – 2000, Architectural Bachelors Program Orange County Community College, Middletown, NY 1993 – 1996, Associate of Architecture degree program
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  • Jeffrey Nisbet

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 15+ years
  • Resume:
    PROFILE More than 25 years experience in the architecture profession primarily related to healthcare/hospitals, schools, churches and senior housing. Project construction costs ranging from less than $10,000 to over $50 million. Experienced in all project phases, schematic design through construction closeout. Extensive construction administration experience both in the field and in the office. Substantial knowledge of OSHPD and DSA and their plan check and construction review methodologies. Has acted as owner, administering bond funded renovation projects at senior living facilities (CCRCs, ILFs, SNFs) coordinating with administrators, outside architects, governmental agencies, building departments, OSHPD and corporate office staff. Considerable experience in PowerCadd (Mac based), Word, Excel. Knowledgeable in AutoCadd, WordPerfect. EDUCATION California Polytechnic University, Pomona 1986 - Bachelor of Architecture REGISTRATION California Registration #C20170, April 1989 after passing all part of the California License Exam the first time PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Contract Administrator HBE Corporation – St Louis, MO Mar’10-Nov‘11 Project Architect Mark J. Paone, AIA - Orange, CA Nov’97–Mar‘09 Project Architect Woollett Architecture – Orange, CA Apr'95–Nov‘97 Project Manager / Architect Southern California Presbyterian Homes – Glendale, CA Oct’92 – Apr‘95 Project Architect Woollett Architecture – Orange, CA Jul ’90–Oct‘92
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  • Rachel-Yoon Meyers

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 3-6 years
  • Resume:

    OBJECTIVE To obtain a full-time architectural position to gain progressive experience in a caring, professional environment, and to expand my knowledge of architecture. EXPERIENCE Hamilton | Anderson Associates, Las Vegas, NV 2008-2009 Architect Design Intern Provided preliminary designs for commercial and public spaces primarily located on the Las Vegas Strip. Prepared working set drawings, specifications, and construction documents efficiently within to meet deadlines. Collaborated with exclusively with Lead Design Architect to create freehand sketches and architectural presentations, color renderings, and site plans/analysis. Supplied thorough design elements including interiors and graphics throughout all phases of development e.g. RFQ graphics, Wayfinding signage, inhouse projects, etc. • Proposed new design for a renovation of a restaurant in a hotel/casino. • Supplied a complete design for a large scale entertainment production in a hotel/casino. • Provided color architectural renderings for a cultural space in large scale hospitality development. • Devised full set of Design Development drawings for a large scale renovation in a hotel/casino • Created and designed graphics for an architectural firm. • Responsible and created interiors/materials library for former architectural firm. Hamilton | Anderson Associates, Las Vegas, NV 2007 Architecture Co-Op/Intern Formatting, layout and design of final proposals and awards. Created, revised and edited construction and design documents and drawings for superior large scale residential and commercial spaces. Prepared specifications for completion of commercial and residential spaces. Coordinated with small teams to progress large scale projects in Las Vegas and Detroit. Provided artistic and technical skills to develop presentations and renderings. • Edited and revised constructions drawings for large scale hospitality development in Las Vegas. • Provided graphic design for wayfinding signage for small scale residential community. • Supplied Design Development drawings for a restaurant in large scale hospitality development. • Designed graphics for small scale commercial space and presentation. Archive DS, Detroit, MI 2005-2007 Architecture Co-Op/Intern Formatting, layout and design of final book proposals and awards. Created, revised and edited construction and design documents and drawings. Collaborated with Lead Design Architect and Principal to devise full set designs for master and urban plans. Supplied 3D models and hand-models to provide thorough spatial analysis and precedent study. • Created renderings and digital models for research, and design of a large scale civic development. • Supplied freehand sketches and renderings for final proposal of a renovation of a city development. • Revised, wrote and edited final proposal for large scale facade improvement program • Researched codes during the design development phase for a large scale public space. EDUCATION University of Detroit Mercy, School of Architecture, Detroit, MI 2008 Master of Architecture - Concentration: Visual communications and Interior Design Misc. • Member of NOMAS and AIAS 2003-2008 • Member of Dichotomy Magazine • Dean’s List 2003-2007 SKILLS Computer Literacy Autodesk (CAD, Revit, and 3D Max/VIZ) • Adobe Design Suite 6.0-CS4 (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp! Premiere, Flashplayer, FinalCut, and Dreamweaver) Corel Perfect • 602 Suite VectorWorks • Freehand MX ` Apple Mac OS X • MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, MS Outlook, Frontpage) Technical Skill Architectural/General/Mechanical Drafting • Model Making (3D & hand) • Architectural Design Sustainable Design • Interior Design • Graphic Design Misc. Painting (acrylic, oil, watercolor) • Sculpture • Sketching/ Drawing AWARDS Feature in CONTRACT Design Magazine, 2009 “Seeing is Believing” feature article of Hamilton Anderson’s design of box office, entrance, retail space, and theater bar and lounge of the production of the illusionist Criss Angel and Cirque de Soleil at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Feature in ARCHITECT Magazine, 2006 “Eye Tech, Students Explore Architecture” featuring a deconstructive| sustainable studio project

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  • William Beatty

  • Date Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010
  • Years of Experience: 15+ years
  • Resume:

    William F. (Bill) Beatty
    179 Fern Ave.,
    Upland, CA 91786
    bilcan1@verizon.net
    (909)981-7217 tel.
    Affiliations American Institute of Architects, Inland California Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, Architect #43370 National Council of Architectural Registration Boards #53,786 Architectural Institute of British Columbia, Architect #1435 Immigration Status Canadian citizen, U.S. Green Card holder.

    Strengths
    Autodesk Desktop 3.3, Autocad 2005, Introduction to Revit course(by U.S. Cad), Microsoft Office Suite (Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, Windows XP Office), Speclink, free hand sketching, hand draughting, model building, use of metric, sense of humour, years of experience and knowledge.

    Capabilities
    Prepare fee proposals; prepare and conduct presentations; establish fees and construction budgets; establish project schedule; schedule and assign manpower; mentor staff; maintain client contact; prepare technical specifications; produce concept design and detail sketches; solicit and co-ordinate consultants; monitor and co-ordinate document production and quality control; apply for, monitor and obtain regulatory approvals; prepare and administer bid phase services;provide construction administration and project closeout.

    Education
    B. Arts (Geography),1971 University of Western Ontario, London, Canada B. Architecture, 1975 Nova Scotia Technical College, (currently, Dalhousie University) , Halifax, Canada

    Experience
    Consultant (contract), Fullerton Joint Union H.S.D.- A.D.A. transition plan updates for 5 Henry Woo Architects, high school campuses that involved surveying and documenting Diamond Bar, CA. existing conditions, reviewing all subsequent construction documents 04/2009- 06/2009 for additions and modernizations and creating the updated reports. Project Manager, Williams Architects Inc., Upland, CA 2002- 2009 Andy’s Burgers restaurant,Ontario-$1.2million Valley View H.S. modernization, Ontario- $2 million Montclair H.S. modernization, Montclair- $6 million Rancho Cucamonga Police Bldg.- addition, renovations & seismic retrofit-$5 million Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center seismic retrofit- $2 million Victoria Commons,Rancho Cucamonga- master plan and multi tenant commercial building,- $500K Grove Lumber, retail/warehouse. Ontario & Perris- $3 million Cobb Office Bldg., Upland- $2.5 million Old Upland City Hall, adaptive reuse, Upland-$1.5 million Old Upland Fire Station, adaptive reuse/ addition, Upland- $1.5 million Laser Island (laser tag arena) T.I., Upland- $400K Euclid Jewelry & Loan T.I., Ontario- $200K Starbucks T.I., Covina- $200K Ontario Redevelopment Agency T.I., Ontario- $200K Project Architect, Fields Devereaux Architects & Eng., Los Angeles, CA 2000 to 2002 Relocatable classroom placements, Santa Ana U.S.D. Linda Vista Elem. modernization, Mission Viejo, CA- $4 million Spurgeon H.S. modernization, Santa Ana, CA - $4 million The Chandler School reconstruction, Pasadena, CA- $4.5 million Project Architect Marshall Bernardo Partn. Hamilton, Bermuda 1989- 1991 Lecture Hall, Biological Research Station Library, The Bermuda College Private practice, W.F.Beatty, Architect, Vancouver, B.C., Canada 1986 to 2000 24-unit Condominium, Freeport, Bahamas 26 unit artist live/work studios,Vancouver, B.C. 76-bed Intermediate Care Facility,Burquitlam Lions Club,Coquitlam, B.C. 76-bed Intermediate Care Facility, Oddfellows,Vancouver, B.C Royal Canadian Legion addition/ renovations, Coquitlam, B.C. Blue Mountain Baptist senior housing, Coqitlam, B.C. Dania Society senior housing, Vancouver, B.C. B’nai B’rith senior housing/ intermediate care, Vancouver, B.C. References & portfolio available upon request

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