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Architect, Senior Project Manager, Realtor®, Business Owner20 plus years' experience in the architecture industry with a focus on large national retail rolls outs, renovations, new stores and prototype design. Expert knowledge on how to successfully implement a renovation program with multiple existing stores/sites throughout the US. Has been a critical player from project inception, to design, to production, to permitting, to construction, to grand opening. Understands the planning/production/construction process and critical milestones required for a success project opening on time and on budget. Successfully developed prototypes and processes to achieve better efficiencies. Managed multiple national clients and project types such as retail, restaurants and commercial projects including banks rolls outs. Completed hundreds of projects throughout the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. Successfully collaborated with hundreds of jurisdictions and received building permits in a timely manner throughout the US, including challenging cities such as Manhattan, Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami. Summary of Background Prior to Real Estate: Earned dual degrees in both Architecture and Interior Design. First earned a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design and was employed as a Store Designer for two major retailers at their Corporate office. After wanting to seek new challenges, earned a Bachelor of Architecture, and transitioned career to Project Architect/Manager.LEADERSHIP SKILLS: *Strong leadership skills and has led diverse teams consisting of Architects, Engineers (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, Civil) and other Consultants. Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, clients & projects types simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, while meeting aggressive timelines.BUILDING SYSTEMS/CODES: *Understands building systems & components, building codes, accessibility codes, energy codes, etc.PERMITTING: *Extensive knowledge on the permitting process.Collaborated with hundreds of local jurisdictions (Building Permits, Health Dept Permits, Zoning, Landmark & Historic Preservation Approval) to receive approval in a timely manner. CONSTRUCTION: *Understands the construction process & collaboration to resolves construction issues. Extensive Construction Administration experience including RFI's, Submittals, Shop Drawing Review & Approval.