Brian Rubin Email & Phone Number

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Oversee all functions of the Unified Permit Center, including planning, organizing, and facilitating operations.Collaborate with County departments and external entities on land development permits.Address inquiries, provide conflict resolution, and interpret policies and legal requirements.Consult with leadership on program development and policy matters.Work with stakeholders (developers, community groups, etc.) to develop procedures and solve issues.Train staff on customer service and ensure efficient service delivery.Manage information distribution and website content.Maintain records on permit activities and performance metrics.Supervise and train staff, including hiring and performance evaluations.Establish relationships with the public and government officials.Resolve interdepartmental discrepancies in land development.Propose program changes to streamline processes.Prepare reports on performance indicators for the Board of Supervisors.Participate in disaster response during emergencies.Represent the Permit Center in ensuring compliance with submission and review procedures.

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Accept and review building permit applications for completeness and accuracy.Evaluate blueprints for code compliance.Calculate fees and verify parcel ownership.Check for violations and inspection history.Process over-the-counter permits for residential repairs (electrical, plumbing, mechanical).Route applications to appropriate County agencies and departments.Provide public information on permit requirements, codes, and inspection procedures.Assist the public in completing permit applications.Handle complaints or route them to the appropriate expert.Explain reasons for application denials and reapplication processes.Determine building fees based on square footage and construction type.Notify applicants of permit issuance or additional information needed.Issue building permits.Input, access, and analyze data using computer systems.Maintain records and attend relevant meetings.

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Lead Designer and Project Manager for custom residential projects, focusing on high performance homes, passive house, net zero energy, etc. Interested in designing and building more resilient structures that integrate in harmony with the natural environment.

Santa Cruz

Project Manager on multi-family development projects, single family home new construction, remodels, additions and misc cannabis related projects.

Managing Secretary and VP of Resources

Menlo Park, Ca

Construction project management, responsible for all phases of construction, from foundation to punchlist. Involved in subcontractor bids, contracts, change orders, RFIs, and overall management.

Tribeca, Nyc

Responsible for coordination drawings, managing subcontractors, material purchasing, scheduling, and overseeing quality control for mixed-use building alterations in lower Manhattan.

East Village, Ny

Responsible for design, documentation, coordination and execution of custom modern homes, apartments, remodels and furniture. Collaborated with wood and metal fabricators to create unique architectural elements and pieces. On-site management duties in all phases of design and construction to supervise project delivery and oversee quality control.

Edwards, Co

Responsible for the design and coordination of sculptural, contemporary, site-specific architecture. Used strong 3D modeling and graphic presentations to communicate design intent with potential clients, builders, and review boards.

Avon, Co

Worked closely with the design team on large and small scale projects. Invloved in a range of project types from residential to commercial and master planning cities. Involved in zoning research and presentations with local municipalities.

Consultants to the LMDC - Lower Manhattan Development CorperationCreated study models for the future World Trade Center Site at Ground Zero.

Graduate Certificate, Construction Management

Activities and Societies: Architecture for HumanityStudied under industry-leading construction management professionals on a broad range.

Bachelors Of Environmental Design, Architecture

Activities and Societies: American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)Deans List (2001-2003)