Before working for PageSoutherlandPage and Nelson, I practiced for several decades as an Architect and Interior Designer in my own firms: DesignBuild International and Don R. Cole Associates.

Prior to my positions at Nelson and PageSoutherlanPage in Houston, I practiced for several decades as an Architect and Interior Designer in my own firms: DesignBuild International and Don R. Cole Associates doing mainly healthcare and commercial projects.

Mainly projects for Hewlitt Packard Corporation on the HP/Compaq Center Campus in Houston. Prior to this position, I was a Senior Project Architect for PageSoutherlandPage in Houston doing large complicated healthcare projects since January, 15, 2007. Managed people on typical projects as workload and staff varied over time.Assisted development of programming systems for solving major facility problems.Coordinated design personnel for implementation of design documents for projects as needed using knowledge of engineering design and technology and ensuring compliance of plans to various regulatory codes. Developed designs, conceptual estimates and task role matrices. Assured generation of adequate variety of conceptual design alternatives to satisfy client needs and requirements of project specifications. Reviewed projects to determine space, equipment, structure, and special requirements.Created AutoCAD drawings based on information provided by clients, consultants and building systems engineers.Assisted in preparation of project budgets, contract documents, coordinated engineering, prepared bid documents, coordinated bid process.Provided CAD/drafting guidance and development assistance to CAD operators. Provided design review and improvements for interpretation and compliance with drawing and specification standards, which included code and contract requirements. Coordinated activities of in-house staff with outside trades and contractors assigned to projects to ensure compliance to specifications and project completion timetables. Monitored and oversaw all necessary appropriate testing for completeness and subsequent information reporting required.

I was PSP/Senior Project Architect/Houston doing large complicated healthcare projects since 01/15/07. Managed people on typical projects as workload & staff varied over time.Worked in all deliverables stages using fast track/Design Assist delivery system.Assisted development of healthcare programming systems for solving major facility problems.Coordinated design personnel for implementation of project design documents as needed using knowledge of engineering design & technology, ensuring compliance of plans to various regulatory codes. Developed designs, conceptual estimates & task role matrices. Assured generation of adequate variety of conceptual design alternatives to satisfy client needs & requirements of project specs. Generally acted as leading individual contributor & coordinator of design problem solving. As such, prepared construction documents, specifications & contracts for routine complex construction projects.Reviewed projects to determine space, equipment, structure, & special requirements.Created AutoCAD/Revit drawings based on information provided by clients, consultants & building systems engineers.Assisted in preparation of project budgets, contract documents, coordinated engineering, prepared bid documents, coordinated bid process.Provided technical expertise & guidance in preparation and architecture of efficient datasets, layouts, work statements, drawings, documents & delivery schedules. Provided CAD/drafting guidance & development assistance to intern CAD operators. Provided design review & improvements for interpretation & compliance with drawing & specification standards, which included code & contract requirements. Coordinated activities of in-house staff with outside trades & contractors assigned to projects to ensure compliance to specifications & project completion timetables. Monitored & oversaw all necessary appropriate testing for completeness & subsequent information reporting required.

Many years of experience in programming, planning, designing, and detailingHighly experienced in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams during all project phasesIn-depth familiarity with current national and local building codes (including International Building Code 2006, Texas Accessibility Standards & ADA guidelines), laws, zoning and land planning issues and other regulatory requirements for new projects and existing buildings Valuable expertise in client relations, client services and contract negotiationsExperience with staffing budgets and needs, preparation of documents for facilities programming, budgeting, CCA phases and tracking project performance and team dynamicsAccomplished design/build architect with years of field construction experienceExcellent working knowledge of computers, proficiency in the current version AutoCAD and Revit systems and AE management software to effectively produce construction design, documents, specifications, schedules and construction budgetsSolid skills include organization, planning and problem solvingBroad-based professional level of design, engineering, construction and AE managementExcellent interpersonal skills to effectively work with clients and outside consultants to communicate the impact of design alternatives; negotiate agreements with outside design consultants and construction contractors including some foreign languagesPossesses strong knowledge of construction products, technology and industry standardsProficiency at effectively structuring and managing cross-functional project teamsDemonstrates ability to provide over-arching results, recommendations and documentationUtilizes extensive knowledge and understanding of AE codes and standardsShows superior ability to give and/or follow instructions involving team membersCapably delegates tasks through clear/concise communication with intern team members

Initiated high-level quality assurance/control procedures for field operations, integrating building and interiors design and special client requirements.Provided services for marketing, business development of financial/commercial projects.

Initiated consulting practice for healthcare facilities (facility audits, programming and master planning) in Southern States working with nationally known hospital administrator. Provided marketing of firm's services for new projects and prepared proposals/contracts.Developed presentation drawings and coordinated drawings/documents with other disciplines.Assisted in the development of design and DD phase drawings; developed specifications, base sheets and construction details for complex projects.Produced and coordinated project contract documents with engineers and other disciplines.