Drafter bringing over 20 years of drafting and design experience working with diverse Architects, Engineers, Developers, and Contractors. Unwavering attention to detail as well as strengths in communication and interpersonal relations. Able to handle multiple project workloads while adhering to tight deadlines and thin budgets.
Strong ability in reading and interpreting blueprints
Self-motivated / Self Starter
Able to successfully handle multi-job projects
Ability to create a quality set of plans from an initial design concept through Approval / permit process.
Experience
CADD Drafter, 07/2015 to 09/2020 Arcadis International – Newtown, PA,
Responsible for project drawing setup, distribution, and drafting compliance for the civil and traffic divisions within Firm.
Adhered closely to project specifications, national, regional and local code requirements for safety and risk management purposes.
Worked with computer programs such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microstation and Autoturn to complete project drawings.
Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives.
Analyzed and selected vendor products based on required specifications, functionality, delivery and cost.
Developed precise drawings from sketches based on written and verbal specifications supplied by customer, engineering or sales.
Coordinated with resident engineer on final as-built drawings so various departments and clients had accurate record of final design implemented on site.
Built base drawing library for entire engineering department to use or customize in compliance with specific project requirements.
Spearheaded development of modernized drafting standards, resulting in reduced drawing completion time.
Trained new hires or transfers on standard drafting disciplines and on specific company standards.
Sr. CADD Designer, 05/2012 to 07/2015 Mastec Inc. – Davie, FL,
Created construction sets, working visual aids, and presentations for use by the Aviation design team for public and private airports worldwide.
Oversaw drafting and design projects from initial concept through delivery.
Hired, trained and placed additional drafters working remotely at different offices worldwide.
Updated survey database and related GIS information detailing information about land use, population and other factors important for planning decisions to design / rehabilitate the runways and aprons of airports.
Illustrated results of planning feasibility and community studies with reports, charts and graphs for public meetings.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Liaised between planning teams and outside departments to build solid partnerships and accomplished shared goals.
Performed REO duties for a visibility reconstruction project for New Jersey private Airport project.
Attended conferences, meetings, trade shows and presentations to provide animated visual content in the Aviation field.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service and Job loyalty.
Drafter II, 11/2008 to 03/2012 Ipg Photonics Corporation – Novi, MI,
Evaluated Architectural sketches and interpreted layouts to create detailed blueprints for Public and Private projects.
Created floorplans in computer-aided software to produce 2D and 3D models.
Daily duties included meeting with plans examiners to have projects approved / permitted with DOB, DEP, and other NYC agencies.
Responsible for holding weekly construction site meetings for various NYC housing projects.
Exercised knowledge of NYS building codes.
Documented company work hours and submitted reports for design team as well as tracking Davis-Bacon Wage rights for projects.
Organized specification set-up and drawing coordination, research and use of best practice documents.
Created oral and written presentations for project designs and proposals.
Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
Responsible for presenting visual design proposals to clients as part of an overall design team submission.
Performed site due diligence and site selection for clients.
Architectural Drafter, 01/2000 to 11/2008 Sear Brown Architects – City, STATE,
Developed detailed drawings in adherence with customer requests for structures using reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry and wood materials.
Evaluated architectural sketches and interpreted layouts to create detailed blueprints for design / build projects.
Supported design staff with all AutoCAD related issues.
Documented team work hours and submitted reports.
Created scale sketches to communicate and clarify special requirements, layouts or options.
Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations for NYC related projects.
Education and Training
Architecture: Architecture, Expected in 01/2001 Rhode Island School of Design - Providence, RI GPA:
Associate of Science: CAD Technology, Expected in 05/1998 Johnson & Wales University - Providence, RI GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1990 Kellenberg Memorial High School - Uniondale, NY, GPA:
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