Design Project

J u l i o C e s a r M

e n d e z

*** ** **** ****** ******** Architect in

Venezuela P.206-***-**** Member

of AIA - 2005 / www.arqjcm.com

Seattle, WA, 98105 email:

abh8jj@r.postjobfree.com

As a professional Architect and designer, I am looking for a firm culture

that values integrity, creativity, design and a dynamic work environment

education

CIV Business Management & Finances for Architect Caracas,

Venezuela

Colegio de Ingenieros de Venezuela

August,1996

UCV Master in Architecture - Architectonic Design -

Caracas,Venezuela

SIDEP -Universidad Central de Venezuela

Nov, 1995

UCV Bachelor in Architecture

Caracas,Venezuela

Universidad Central de Venezuela-graduated among top 5% Dec

1993

experience

DLR DLRGroup

Seattle, WA

PA/Senior Architect/Designer March 2008- March

2010

Effectively lead a team from three to five architects plus Civil

and consultants engaged in providing full concept through

delivery schematic design, development design and construction

documents, as well as cost estimates, and coordinate a full VE

processes. Collaborated with senior clients decision-makers to

develop requirements. Researched codes and coordinated and

oversee permits process with the Cities.

Created, sketch and coordinated detailed designs drawings,

specifications, resource estimates and timetables. Solicited

bids, negotiated and administered vendor contracts.

GJC Gustavo Carbonell PA Fort Lauderdale, FL

Designer / PM March 2002- Feb 2008

Responsibilities range from the initial client meeting, drafting

of contract, concept development, initial proposal of design

through design development, construction documents, cost

reduction techniques, coordination & selection of consultants,

oversee consultant fee's vs profit of each project, submittal

review, respond to RFI's, corresponded with client & contractor,

participated in subcontractors meeting and coordinated details

according to project plan specifications in the field.

Overseeing Commercial and residential developments with annual

construction budgets between 50 to 80 million dollars a year.

ARQ Arquitectonica International

Miami, FL

Designer /junior PM Feb 1998 - March

2002

Involved with projects from initial concept, research and

schematic design, design development, programming, details

design through construction documentation, production of design

documents as well as presentation drawings.

Assisted Project Manger with construction Administration such as

submittal review, responded to RFI's, corresponded with client &

contractor, participated in subcontractors meeting and

coordinated details according to project plan specifications in

the field.

J u l i o C e s a r M

e n d e z

FA Freelance Architect Miami,

FL

Transition time June 1997 Feb 1998

Worked on several residential and commercial projects that

entailed remodeling. These opportunities allowed me to maintain

my professional skills.

UJMV Universidad Jose Ma Vargas Caracas, Venezuela

Professor of Architecture / Design Department Jan 1995

Nov 1997

Concurrent with my full time position, I taught design for three

years at one of the most recognized private universities in

Venezuela. Developed several projects into the commercial and

educational programs of the country assisting in community

development.

Skills

Languages: Fluent in Spanish and English. Working knowledge of

Portuguese and Italian

Computer software (PC) :Strong level 2+ years Revit and 9+

years AutoCAD, Adobe Premier, Microsoft Power point, Microsoft

Office 2009, Sketch-up, microstation, In design and photoshop

Basic Experience with 3d studio Max, Rino.

Character : Team builder, strong leadership abilities, Excellent

analytical and conceptualizing skills. Detail oriented. Work

well under pressure to meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal

and professional skills.

Awards and Exhibits

Graduated with honors and ranked in the top 10 of Design

Taller, UCV

"Andres Bello" award for the third highest GPA in the

graduating Class

UCV

Former member of "Colegio de Ingenieros (CIV)" Caracas

Venezuela

Awarded second place, Project for a hotel spa development on the

outskirts of Margarita, Porlamar, Venezuela Exhibited at UCV

among the best projects, as part of exchange studio. April 1993.

Awarded first place: Master Plan of Urban Reordering and Theater

Project. Merida. Merida City, Venezuela. Exhibited at UCV among

the best project, as part of exchange studio. April 1995

Licensed Architect in Venezuela, South America.

Currently under process to obtain New York and Florida Licenses

Other Activities

AIA associated member

Extensive travel through Venezuela, Europe and Asia

Director of Progresso Village Civic Association. 2005 to 2008

Director of ACC Board - Old Progresso Village Association inc.

2006 to 2008

South Beach restoration committee member - 2000 to 2004

Assisted in reordering urban projects with Arch. Jesus Tenrreiro

for the urban committee in "La Candelaria" downtown Caracas,

Venezuela. 1998

Participated in the design and evaluation of the new BA program

for UCA Architecture Faculty that launched in 1995.

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