QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Architect- Licensed in Michigan and Wisconsin
Scheduled for California CSE in February, 2011
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification
Eligible for licensure through reciprocity in all U.S. states, territories and 11 Canadian provinces.
Exceptional BIM authoring and analysis skills-Autodesk Revit Architecture, Revit Structure, Revit MEP and Navisworks software.
Autodesk Revit Certification
Senior Project Architect/Project Manager for educational and institutional projects to $60 Million.
Experience in the design, planning, preparation and the supervision of the preparation of construction documents from schematic design through award of contract.
Construction administration.
Broad experience throughout the AEC industry in architecture and construction.

EDUCATION

Master of Architecture
NewSchool of Architecture & Design
San Diego, CA

B.S. Construction Administration
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI

Architecture
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI

GOAL

Seeking a challenging position in architecture where I can utilize my skills and experience to lead a team as that is dedicated to the integration of architecture and construction in delivering to building owners the value and efficiencies gained through the use of Building Information Modeling and Integrated Project Delivery.


EXPERIENCE

2004-CurrentU.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc.
Marquette, MI and Houghton, MI
Project Architect

2002- 2004Blomquist & Associates Architects
Iron Mountain, MI
Senior Project Manager


RECENT PROJECTS-U.P. ENGINEERS &ARCHITECTS, INC.

MICHIGAN TECH UNIVERSITY
KEWEENAW RESEARCH CENTER
CALUMET, MI

Project Architect responsible for the construction and maintenance of the Building Information Model and coordination of all building MEP systems from the design development phase through completion of construction documents that were prepared from the BIM. Office and field construction administration was provided as the project proceeded through the construction phase.

The project is an engineering and research center owned by a state university and will house laboratory and engineering facilities for graduate students participating with private firms in the development of new products for the bio-medical, automotive and alternative energy industries. Schematic design was provided in association with Harley/Ellis/Devereaux. The building contains many sustainable design elements and while LEED certification was not a program requirement, the facility will surpass the basic requirements needed to meet LEED certification. The project was completed in the spring of 2010.

ST. ALBERT THE GREAT UNIVERSITY PARISH
ROOF REPLACEMENT
HOUGHTON, MI

Project architect for the replacement of approximately 20,000 SF of existing roof. The building was originally constructed in the late 1960s and is a combination of timber structure and deck at the worship area and steel joists and metal deck at the office, residence and community areas. Over the years, extensive leaks had occurred and caused considerable damage to the timber deck areas of the building as well as to the roof edge, porcelain enamel fascia panel system supporting construction and exposed exterior decks and railing. As the extend of the concealed damage was estimated to be considerable, a series of potential scenarios were developed and unit prices integrated into the bidding documents as a means of controlling costs to mitigate the concealed damage. The project was completed in the summer of 2009 with a minimal amount of unexpected impact to the project schedule and budget.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF CALUMET, LAURIUM AND KEWEENAW
ROOF REPLACEMENT
CALUMET, MI AND MOHAWK, MI

Project architect for a 140,000 SF roof replacement project at the main campus of CLK Schools and the Alternative Education Facility at Mohawk, MI. The existing main campus buildings were constructed at various times beginning in 1907 with the High School, the Middle School in 1929 Between the early 1970s and late 1990s, other additions renovations including the Elementary School and Interconnector were constructed. The Mohawk, MI facility was constructed in the late 1960s.

Numerous re-roofing and roof maintenance projects were undertaken over this time that lead to a number of different roofing types and systems being in place when the current roof project was undertaken. The age of the existing structures required expensive examination of the existing structural conditions before selecting an overall roof system that would provide the greatest opportunity to increase energy efficiency, meet the requirements of the existing construction conditions and be universal to all buildings so that the system could be furnished, installed and warranted by a single manufacturer and installer. The system selected is warranted for 20 years and expected to provide a service life exceeding 30 years. Construction is scheduled to be complete by early September, 2010.

ST. SEBASTIAN PARISH
ROOF REPLACEMENT-SCHOOL BUILDING
BESSEMER, MI

Project architect for the roof replacement of 22,000 SF of roof at the existing parish school building. The building currently serves as a location for Head Start and alternative education programs.

The building was originally constructed in the early 1960s and had undergone a unsuccessful re-roofing in 2004. The original roof and recover roof were completely torn off to expose the existing structure before installing a new single ply membrane roof system with increased insulation, all new flashing materials and metal roof edge system. The project was completed in May, 2010.



STATE OF MICHIGAN
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
NORTH REGION OFFICE BUILDING
GAYLORD, MI

Project Architect, responsible for the design, preparation of construction documents, construction administration and overall project management of a 15,000 square-foot administrative office facility planned to accommodate 90 state employees consolidated from service centers throughout the North Region. The design had to accommodate a future addition that will bring the total staff to approximately 150 persons. The building incorporates many sustainable design elements to satisfy the State of Michigan mandate for all new construction projects. Ten dormer lightwells allow natural light into the staff work areas that are away from the windows around the perimeter. High performance glass allows maximum daylight to enter the building while reducing heating and cooling costs. Operable windows, individual lighting and temperature controls for staff work areas and occupancy sensors in all rooms contribute to the energy efficiency of the building. Interior finishes are oil-free low-VOC paints and coatings, natural woods, and other finishes with high recycled material content. The majority of the site was left in a natural vegetative condition. Conveniences for car pooling and bicycle riders were included to encourage the use of alternative means of transportation. Recycling of a major portion of construction waste was required. Should the State of Michigan desire to have this building LEED Certified, the design would enable the facility to score the 26 points required at the time the building was constructed.

OB-GYN ASSOCIATES OF MARQUETTE
MARQUETTE, MI

Project Architect for an 8,000 SF interior build-out of a large medical building to accommodate the practice of five physicians specializing in the practice of obstetrics and gynecology. Coordinated and provided all services from the initial client contact and program development through preparation of construction documents, construction administration and contract closeout. The project included eight general examination rooms, a procedure room, ultra-sound exam room, lab facility, private doctors offices and conference area and well as administrative offices for all support staff.

WEST IRON DISTRICT LIBRARY EXPANSION
IRON RIVER, MI

Project Architect for a 4,000 SF addition and renovation of approximately 5,000 SF existing local library to house new stack areas, resource rooms, community facilities and administrative areas for the library staff and directors.

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
McCLINTOCK BUILDING CONNECTOR
MARQUETTE, MI

Project Architect responsible for the design, construction documents and construction administration for the renovation of a 40-year old connecting link that provides an entry and gathering space for students. The connector links facilities for the fine art classrooms, music practice areas and administrative offices with facilities used for industrial art instruction and offices.

WAR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
RADIOLOGY ADDITION/RENOVATIONS
SAULT STE. MARIE, MI

Project Architect the re-design and construction of a 20,000 SF addition and renovation to house all imaging facilities for local medical facility. The project included suites for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, installation of a new 64-slice CT scanner as well as renovation of all current imaging suites. New and renovated facilities housing all patient and staff functions the imaging area were provided as a part of the project.

CITY OF MARQUETTE, MI
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MARQUETTE, MI

Designed a new elevator and stair tower to link the main street in the historic downtown area with a large new parking area that was some 20 feet below street level. In addition, modifications were made to an existing building that allowed for a new public hallway to connect the stair tower to the main thoroughfareWashington Street. The project also provides barrier free access to the parking level and the main street.

VILLAGE OF ELBERTA, MI
RENOVATION OF THE HISTORIC U.S. LIFE SAVING STATION
ELBERTA, MI

Construction administration manager for Phase I and Phase II building programs.

EARLIER PROJECTS

Harvest Bible Chapel, Elgin, IL
A 170,000 square foot addition to an existing facility that was formerly a corporate administration building. The addition includes a 6000-seat auditorium as well as support facilities for education and child care/development.
Lead a multi-discipline team in the preparation all project documents beginning with schematic design presentation and concluding with final construction documents.
Responsible for determining all building construction systems from conceptual design.
Prepared code review for construction and life safety.

Willow Creek Community Church, S. Barrington, IL
CM fast-track delivery method with a $60 million GMP that required extensive coordination between all disciplines to assure project completion in accordance with the design intent, project budget and schedule.
Supervised preparation of construction documents for a 7500-seat auditorium/theater addition to an existing church facility.
Prepared project trade and administrative specifications.
Resolved issues of code compliance and building construction.
Reviewed and approved critical shop drawings for building structure and enclosure.
Provided construction administration in association with on site project representative.

Calvary Church, Naperville, IL
CM/GMP delivery method utilizing a well-documented design development package to determine project GMP.
Reviewed CM estimates and budgets for adequate project scope and quality to assure completion in accordance with design intent.
Planned and supervised preparation of final design development drawings and construction documents for a $20 Million K-12 private school addition.
Prepared project trade and administrative specifications.
Review and approval of project shop drawings.
Coordinate construction issues with CM project manager.
Provide on site construction administration in association with local representative.

Izzo/Mariucci Fitness Center, Iron Mountain, MI
Planned and supervised preparation of construction documents for a $3 Million athletic fitness center addition to the Iron Mountain, MI High School.


OTHER EXPERIENCE

1999-2000AAI, Inc. Architects
Traverse City, MI
Project Manager

Lake Ann Elementary School
Prepared design development and final construction documents for a $4 Million K-6 elementary school.

1994-1999Mirage Skylights, Inc.
Elk Rapids, MI
President/CEO

Managed all sales, engineering, construction and administrative operations of a multi-state manufacturer and erector of aluminum framed skylight structures.

1982- 1994Self-Employed/Manufacturers Representative

Manufacturers representative for custom sheet metal and extruded aluminum construction systems for commercial/industrial/institutional construction projects in Michigan.

1978-1982AAI, Inc.
Traverse City, MI
Architectural Job Captain

Job Captain
Prepared and supervised the preparation of construction drawings for various educational, institutional and commercial architectural projects.

PROFESSIONAL INFORMATION

Certification-National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Member American Institute of Architects