Designer Consultant resume example

As a Designer/Consultant at W.J. Higgins & Associates, Inc. I worked closely with Architects, Owners, and Contractors from the Schematic Design Phase through Project Closeout.  I am responsible for preparation of the project specific proposal including scope, costing and scheduling. During design phase activities, I meet with the design teams and contractors to work through project specific details to ensure a weather resistant healthy wall assembly that’s both economical and constructible. Following the design activities, I regularly participate in the value engineering process and performance mockup testing and evaluation activities.  Prior to construction onsite I will review the project specific shop drawings and submittals. Lessons learned in the mockup testing are applied when I conduct systematic field observation visits to review the installation techniques including workmanship. I continue to assist clientele with forensic investigations and litigation support which are project specific activities varying greatly in terms of involvement and duration.

• Played key role in the final design and construction phase activities on the University of Iowa - Visual Arts Building  that resulted in positive outcome.
• Building Envelope Consultant for Gilbane Building Company on the new UW Cancer Center at ProHealth in Pewaukee, WI resulting in a high performance building enclosure.

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