Architectural Designer II JULY 2022 - PRESENT

Lord Aeck Sargent [ Chapel Hill, NC ]

• Collaborate closely with project managers and owners through all project phases for multifamily projects and higher education renovations, from schematic design to construction completion.

• Attend project coordination and meetings with internal team members and external consultants.

• Collaborate with project managers, owners, and contractors during construction. This includes reviewing submittals, responding to RFI (Requests for Information), and performing site visits.

• Develop schematic designs and progress them into detailed construction documents.

• Collaborate with the design team to explore design alternatives and solutions.

• Ensure that designs comply with federal and local codes.

• Create renderings to show design concepts and development to clients.

Residential Designer JULY 2020 - JUNE 2022

Low Tide Designs [Bluffton, SC]

• Collaborated directly with clients, general contractors, and consultants from the beginning of the project through construction.

• Worked closely with general contractors and clients to understand and fulfill their needs and preferences, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

• Contributed to the design of homes, developing innovative and personalized solutions for each project.

• Developed architectural drawings from schematic designs to construction documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Prepared final architectural drawings and submitted applications for approval by the Architectural Review Boards.

• Created renderings to visually illustrate design concepts and communicate ideas effectively to clients.

Intern Architect JANUARY 2018 - JUNE 2020

GJS Architecture [North Charleston, SC]

• Collaborated directly with the principal architect on various projects through from design to construction.

• Participated in client meetings to understand project requirements and present design concepts.

• Created detailed project proposals for new projects, including churches, retail stores, and storage units.

• Developed architectural drawings from schematic design to construction documents.

• Produced realistic renderings and presentations to effectively communicate design concepts to potential clients.

• Conducted site visits to gather measurements and assess existing conditions for renovation projects, ensuring accurate documentation and informed design decisions.

• Researched building codes and zoning regulations to ensure compliance with federal and local ordinances.

• Assisted in conducting feasibility studies for potential new projects and renovations, analyzing site conditions and project viability.

• Created renderings to visually illustrate design concepts and communicate ideas effectively to clients.