Architectural Specification Consultant Resume Example ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions

ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATION CONSULTANT

Professional Summary

Dedicated Architect with advanced knowledge of sustainable design elements and LEED green building standards. Successful career focused on residential, medical, commercial and industrial design facilities. Outstanding performer in Architectural Hardware schedule and specification preparation. Proven success in leadership, operational excellence and organizational development with understanding of building code assessment and application. Known for inspiring intern architect team members to excel and offering encouraging creative work environments.

Skills

Academic
Office
Consulting
Consultant
Supervision
Freehand sketching
Problem resolution
Customer service

Architect
Hardware
Project development
Space planning
Teaching
MS Office
Team management
Project organization

Work History

Architectural Specification Consultant, 09/2008 to 05/2020
ASSA ABLOY-Door Security Solutions – New Haven, Connecticut

Previous architectural experience allowed me to perform duties of an architectural consultant as I trained and tested for the ability to perform the duties of an AHC and prepare specifications and schedules.
Responsible for the preparation and documentation of specifications for doors, hardware and electronic access control security of facilities.
Participated in meetings with architects, facility owners and staff members to determine the security and operational needs of the facility.
Perform site evaluations of existing architectural hardware products utilized and ensure compatibility with newly specified products.
Utilized building code application experience and expertise to review compliance with code interpretations for each individual building type.
Handled many phone calls and emails each day to address customer inquiries and concerns while maintaining attention to current work in progress.
Maintained excellent attendance record and performed daily duties without direct supervision.
Developed and published reports to inform management and corporate entities of progress towards specified company goals.

Firm Principal and Project Architect, 05/1987 to 09/2008
SSH Architeture – Lincoln, NE

I began working as an architectural draftsperson. In this role I enhanced my ability to prepare construction documents.
As my abilities progressed I became the supervisor of the drafting department and became more involved in project development and design and soon lead project teams of 3 to six persons.
When the opportunity arose, I became an owner and the firm president at which time I became registered to practice architecture and enhanced my abilities to prepare, plan and implement marketing strategies for the generation of new work.
Gained experience creating estimates for time, personnel and costs associated with work to be produced and delegated all services required for the maintenance and development of current and future projects.
Provided supervision, training and development of professional and office staff and reviewed and maintained office policies and procedures.
Examples of project types were commercial offices, industrial facilities, multifamily residential, assisted living facilities and memory care units, medical and dental offices, schools, space planning, among others.
Master planned layouts of sites and facilities for current and future uses.

Part-time Instructor, 08/1988 to 05/1989
University of Nebraska – Lincoln – Lincoln, NE

Provided instruction of senior level architectural students to develop the student's abilities to create architectural construction documents and detailing of construction materials used in the architectural profession by applying a variety of instructional techniques, including hands-on curriculum.
Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress.
Reviewed class and student records to look for areas in need of improvement and implement plans of action.
Implemented and optimized new curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
Provided clear, informative lectures on development of floor plans, elevations, sections and details required to document assigned information for classes of 16 to 20 students.

Part-time Instructor, 08/1985 to 06/1986
Southeast Community College – Lincoln Campus – Lincoln, NE

Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
Developed classroom guidelines and assignment rules to communicate expectations.

Education

Master of Architecture (M. Arch): Architecture, 05/1984
University of Nebraska - Lincoln - Lincoln, NE

B.S.A.S: Architecture, 05/1982
University of Nebraska - Lincoln - Lincoln, NE

Associate of Applied Science: Architectural Drafting Technology, 03/1978
Southeast Community College - Lincoln, NE

Affiliations

American Institute of Architects (past president/board member of NE state and local chapters) Construction Specification Institute (CSI) Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) Nebraska Flatwater Chapter (USGBC) Robert A. Schoenleber, AIA, AHC, CDT, LEED AP BD+C – page 2

Additional Information

Understanding and application of building and life safety codes with emphasis on security and egress components and applications. •Consulting experience with architects, government agencies, building owners and facility staffs regarding coordinating the requirements of architectural projects •Architectural facility design, interior space planning and site master planning with strong desire to eliminate waste, both in spaces, costs and environmental impacts. •Ability to obtain and maintain credentials important to the architectural profession. •Teaching and presentation experience for firms, individuals and others interested in subjects regarding the built environment and project documentation.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

ASSA ABLOY-Door Security Solutions
SSH Architeture
University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Southeast Community College – Lincoln Campus

School Attended

University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Southeast Community College

Job Titles Held:

Architectural Specification Consultant
Firm Principal and Project Architect
Part-time Instructor

Degrees

Master of Architecture (M. Arch) : Architecture , 05/1984
B.S.A.S : Architecture , 05/1982
Associate of Applied Science : Architectural Drafting Technology , 03/1978

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