Will Gatchell is a Senior Programmer and Analyst at Grady Memorial Hospital. He possess expertise in architectural design, sustainable design, submittals, architecture, design research and 16 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "I first started to work with Will at Lavallee Brensinger Architects in 2010. Over the years and in our getting to know each other, I have come to appreciate him as thoughtful, kind, personable and just plain good at whatever he decides to do. I have personally worked with Will on new Police stations for Manchester and Dover, NH. As Project Manager he worked hard to achieve team consensus and the best possible outcome within the given framework. His thoughtful approach in understanding all sides of a challenge before arriving at a decision serves his clients and by extension a project well. Will makes an exceptional part of any team; as someone who is a true friend to the client and simultaneously the design, he is a rare talent. This is the beauty of how he works and where he sets himself apart. " and "I have known and worked with Will Gatchell on the Board of Architalx, a non-profit architectural education organization, since 2002. During the years I served as president of the board, I had the opportunity to work closely with him first as secretary then vice president. One of his major contributions to Architalx and the Portland community in general was his initiative and creation of an invaluable discussion group to bring people from different sectors together to take on issues such as sustainability and the nature of good design. Professionally speaking, Will has a vast knowledge in building design, structures, and mechanical systems from years of experience as an architect and as construction administrator. He is patient and has the ability to explain complex ideas as supported not only by years of working with clients and those in the building industry, but in his capacity as professor at the University of Maine Augusta. Additionally, Will is someone I would consider to be a conceptual architect meaning he is particularly adept at envisioning the “big picture” and solving issues creatively. I find Will to be a passionate thinker, who has the rare ability to successfully act upon and execute his ideas. Just as important is his humility and the willingness to listen and consider all voices. He is a true team player, communicator, AND a leader. I would think that those who have worked with him in the past will agree that Will is a trustworthy person who would make an amazing addition to any team. His consistently positive and cheerful outlook is contagious and that is something we all look for in any organization and in a friend."