I am an experienced project manager and designer who seeks to incorporate my background in architecture and history into the broader cultural heritage industry. I thrive on projects that challenge and build my skill sets. I am looking to bring my years of managing communication, budgets, and documentation to new job opportunities.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts, Sustainable Cultural Heritage

American University of Rome, Rome, Italy - 2022

Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture

University of Tennessee College of Architecture + Design, Knoxville, TN - 1999

Polytechnika Krakowska, Krakow, Poland - 1998 Spring Semester

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certificate in Commercial Real Estate Analysis and Investment / MIT School of Architecture and Planning - 2020

CERTIFICATIONS

LEED AP Homes / Green Business Certification Inc - 2010 – #0010628268

LEED CERTIFIED BUILDINGS

Litwin Residence, New York / Certified August 4, 2010 - Platinum

Country Living, New Jersey / Certified January 20, 2012 - Platinum

WORK EXPERIENCE

Internship

ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property, Rome / 2022

An intergovernmental organization of UNESCO member states that promotes conservation of cultural properties.    

·      Creates training reports for education modules relating to heritage rebuilding

·      Assists with preparing visibility materials for press releases and social media

Senior Project Manager / Senior Associate

BEN HERZOG ARCHITECT, Brooklyn / 2011 – Present

A client-driven, residential architecture firm offering services for all phases of design and construction. Promoted from Project Manager to Senior Associate based on efficient management of both teams and projects that profited the company with combined design fees of over $3,500,000 during tenure at firm.     

·      Streamlined communication between historic preservation commission, building department, sub-consultants, and construction team through all project phases

·      Facilitated bidding and negotiations for clients and ensured adherence to the execution of the contract documents

·      Maintained strong client relationships while managing 10-15 concurrent projects at a time by diligently managing expectations

·      Structured a working environment that encouraged professional growth

·      Successfully received design approval from Landmarks Preservation Commission for over 7 historic designated properties while at firm

Freelance Consultant

SCHAPPACHER WHITE, DCP, New York / 2007 – 2021

Award-winning multi-discipline design firm with a focus on traditional and modern preservation and design

·      Provided as-built documentation, schematic design, design development and construction documents for new homes, additions and interior renovations

· Advised Architect on code issues, wood frame construction methodologies and green initiatives for single family homes in New York. California, and New Orleans

·      Prepared technical drawings for historic properties for Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) review

Project Manager

NEW WORLD HOME, New York / 2008 – 2011

A startup, prefabrication housing company focused on traditional home design  

·      Designed the first LEED Platinum certified single family house in New York State utilizing modern building techniques and modular construction methodologies

·      Designer for Country Living Magazine’s 2010 House of the Year in collaboration with the editors and publication staff

·      Facilitated internal communication between all departments to assure timely and accurate project delivery

·      Coordinated project design and execution with consultants, factory production and site installation

Project Designer

T. S. ADAMS STUDIO, ARCHITECTS, Atlanta / 2003 – 2008

A boutique design firm specializing in timeless, traditional architecture 

·      Produced hand drawn and computer aided designs of traditional single family residences, incorporating information from building officials, consultants and clients.

·      Procured variances and building permits through local building departments

·     Created master plan design guidelines for seaside developments in Florida.

Junior Designer

RANDALL-PAULSON ARCHITECTS , Atlanta / 2001 – 2003

GOSHOW ARCHITECTS , New York / 2000 – 2001

HEERY ARCHITECTS , Washington DC / 1999 - 2000