About
Transitioning from a background in construction technology and urban/regional planning to focusing on architectural technology and building performance involves leveraging expertise in construction methods and urban design principles to specialize in optimizing building efficiency and sustainability.
This path has led me to great emphasis on integrating advanced technologies and energy-efficient practices to enhance architectural design, ensuring buildings meet stringent performance standards and contribute positively to sustainable development goals.
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Experience
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Drafting Technician
H-Design · Full-time
Mar 2025 –
Present
10 mos
Spokane, WA, United States
Prepared detailed construction documents for residential home alterations, additions, and decks, ensuring accuracy and adherence to building codes
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Collaborate with team to ensure accuracy compliance with building standards
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Create high-quality interior and exterior 3D Ray Tracing renderings to support design presentations and client approvals
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Examined common on-site construction methods in foundations, framing systems and key structural components to apply to drafting work.
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Maintain organization of records & drawings throughout each stage of project’s development.
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Communicate with homeowners and clients to coordinate design updates and address feedback.
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Support the preparation and submission of building permit applications via city and county online portals.
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AutoCAD Drafter & Project Management Assistant
Eastern Washington University Construction & Planning Services · Part-time
Sep 2021 –
Jul 2023
1 yrs 10 mos
Cheney, WA, United States
Performed construction and project site visits to gather information necessary for drafting and documentation.
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Updates AutoCAD files and uploads schematic drawings to the AIM (Accessible Information Management System) database.
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Ensures accuracy of building records, including correctness of FICM (Facilities Inventory and Classification Manual) Codes.
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Relays updates to the senior management team.
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Organizes, distributes, and tracks project documents.
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Conducts research to assist with routine tasks and special projects
Education
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Edinburgh Napier University
MSc, Architectural Technology & Building Performance
2023 – 2024
Dissertation: Chambers, B. (2024) Applicability of BIM Towards Retrofitting Existing Buildings Within the U.K. MSc Taught Dissertation
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Eastern Washington University
BS, Construction Management Technology, Cum Laude
2019 – 2023