As a LEED accredited design professional, I am interested in gaining additional experience with creative and sensible design solutions, while keeping a focus on sustainable design practices. I am looking for a position where I may put my design abilities to good use and continue developing my skills as an aspiring architect.
CERTIFICATIONS LEED AP, 2009
ENROLLED IN NCARB, IDP AT 96% COMPLETION
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE RDH & ASSOCIATES, INC.
DALLAS, TX
JULY 2006 – APRIL 2009
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
¬Reported to Licensed Principal and handled several projects from programming to construction
¬Worked on hospitality, retail, condominiums, office spaces, bars, and mixed-use developments
¬Managed clientele and consultants; provided on-site support during critical phases
¬Obtained building permits and researched code compliance, specifications, and materials
¬Created and implemented RDH CAD Standards Manual; Trained interns on technical practices
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Bellagio Baccarat + Tutto
18,341 SF
Casino & Retail
Las Vegas, NV
2007
¬Remodel of Baccarat Private Lounges, Tutto Retail store, and portion of casino
¬Coordinated with MGM Design Group, Interior Designer, and all consultants to produce AOR schematic design, design development, construction documents, and custom product detailing
¬Contributed during on-site weekly meetings and actively participated to select a contractor
¬Approved construction submittals, shop drawings and mock designs built by the contractor
¬Completed RFI’s and followed up with punch list items on-site
Hyde Park Jewelry Store
4,997 SF
Retail
Phoenix, AZ
2007-2008
¬Design and Construction Documentation for remodel and extension of high-end jewelry store
¬Strategized with owner and store manager to ensure customer and employee satisfaction
¬Reviewed progress of consultants to guarantee deadlines were met with punctuality and accuracy
¬Designed cost savings strategy for temporary store, enabling two phases of construction
¬Analyzed budget with team to devise feasible solutions to crises that arose during construction
¬Fulfilled RFI’s; approved construction submittals and shop drawings
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES, URBAN DESIGN MINOR MAY 2006
TECHNICAL + SERVICE EXPERIENCE
¬Proficient with AutoCAD 2008, AutoDesk VIZ 2005, Form-Z v.4-6, Revit 2010, Adobe Creative Suite
¬Promotion of Cancer Awareness + other causes; Habitat for Humanity; Furniture for Kids
¬Spoken languages include English, Gujarati, some French, some Hindi
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