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South Bend, Indiana, United States

- Responsible for the full development, certification and sealing of construction documents in the 13 states where Oportun operates.- Responsible for the development of renderings, presentations and construction documents for all phases of design- Prepared detailed cost estimates to establish a budget for various projects- Worked with the real estate team and store development team to identify new projects, define scope, create cost estimates, time frame and evaluate feasibility- Responsible for researching, submitting and securing all required state and local permits- Simultaneously manage multiple projects, monitor progress and ensure compliance with contract documents

Mishawaka, Indiana, United States

- Worked with homeowners and commercial clients to evaluate needs, define scope of work, establish timeframe and draft proposals- Managed the design and creation of drawings for all phases of custom single family homes- Designed Multi-Family projects and create drawings for all phases of design

- Co-led the growth of the construction division revenue from $300,000 per annum to over $3,000,000 in 5 years.- Work with development team to identify new projects, define scope, create cost estimates, time frame and evaluate feasibility- Work with brokers to evaluate spaces for specific tenants, provide conceptual design, cost estimates and timelines to determine feasibility for lease contracts- Provide architectural and interior design services for a variety of new construction and renovations projects in office, retail, banking, restaurant, healthcare and veterinary buildings- Created detailed cost estimates for projects ranging in price from $5,000 to 6,000,000- Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion- Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts, obtain permits and ensure code compliance- Manage multiple projects, track financial performance, develop and maintain schedules from conception to completion

Mishawaka, In

- Project Architect for new construction and renovation work for healthcare, higher education, senior living, office, retail, industrial, religious and residential work- Create drawings and coordinate with consultants on all phases of design- Simultaneously manage multiple projects, track financial performance, develop and maintain schedules- Prepare proposals, define scope of work, develop fee estimates, and negotiate fees with consultants and clients- Interpret application of building codes and ensure compliance

South Bend, Indiana Area

- Oversaw 200 students and 18 faculty in the Drafting and Design Program and Graphic Design Program- Managed the selection, retention, assignment and scheduling of 8 instructors- Responsible for the preparation, instruction and evaluation of 100 level through 400 level courses- Ensured proper delivery and instruction of 36 courses in the School of Drafting and Design

- Responsible for the preparation, instruction and evaluation of 100 level through 400 level courses- Ensured proper delivery and instruction of 36 courses in the School of Drafting and Design

- Facilitated the design, presentation, development of construction documents and construction administration for projects ranging from $4,000 to $60,000- Responsible for acquiring commissions, meeting with clients and negotiating contracts- Developed comprehensive estimates for clients including material quantity and cost and labor cost

• Developed working drawings for hospitality and mixed-use projects• Created virtual models and renderings for a hospitality project in Puerto Rico• Managed door and window schedules for a mixed-use project in San Jose• Performed interior punch list for four units in a five star resort in Calistoga

• Conducted software and hardware training sessions for 100 students• Provided individual desktop support for 30 students (MAC and PC)• Aided in the development and posting of individual student’s websites

• Developed working drawings for residential, mixed-use and hospitality projects• Managed physical modeling for a five star resort in the Bahamas• Prepared illustrations and layouts for client presentations• Created 3D models, hand renderings and drawings for all phases of design

Master Of Architecture, Architecture, Sustainable Design

Activities and Societies: Performed sustainability audit for Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning, Emerging Green.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Architecture