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Andrew Caylor

Katy

Summary

Project design professional with strong focus on delivering impactful solutions through effective team collaboration. Skilled in conceptualizing and implementing innovative design strategies while adapting to changing project needs. Expertise in design software, project management, and client communication. Reliable team player with results-driven mindset, ensuring successful project completions. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to evolving project needs. Accomplished and valued resource to engineering, sales and customers in meshing needs with capabilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Designer

PEA Group
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed detailed civil design plan set drawings, exhibits and specifications using computer-aided drafting software.
  • Mentored junior designers in best practices for efficient and effective project development.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Streamlined the design process for improved efficiency and reduced project timelines.
  • Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
  • Resolved complex design challenges through creative problem-solving techniques.
  • Reviewed city/county ordinances to ensure full compliance within project designs.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to develop cohesive, functional solutions to minimize design conflicts, and to establish clear project expectations.
  • Provided status updates for project timelines for permit set completion, TxDOT submittals, city/county submittals, IFC set completion, to clients, PE's and PM's.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Reviewed and responded to RFQ's for multiple projects, minimizing construction downtime and extending the companies relationship with the client and contractors for future business opportunities.
  • Conducted site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design plans


CAD Technician

Pacheco Koch/Westwood PS
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted engineer in the design setup phase for new civil projects
  • Created Sheet Set managers for all civil projects taken on by Pacheco Koch
  • Translated Westwood linetypes and topographic survey files to Pacheco Koch standards
  • Maintained CAD standards and best practices including Civil 3D components, company blocks, templates and design/draft resources
  • Initial design for lift stations, battery storage, self storage Autozone and HEB projects
  • Worked independently to create base files, drawings and designs for land development projects including setup for preliminary and construction plan sets, including sheet layout, setup of both model and paper space, manage xrefs, data refs, incorporate redlines and design provided by project manager
  • Created preliminary construction plan sets including demolition plan, site plan, grading and drainage, erosion control plans, utility and roadway profiles and cross sections, topographic maps and design details and notes
  • Researched fire codes, plumbing codes, submission requirements for any out of state civil work and reported to the Sr
  • Project manager to make submittals more efficient
  • Submittals to fire Marshal and document recordation for projects in Houston/Angleton area
  • Developed precise utility alignments and pipe networks per written and verbal specifications provided by the client and by the Sr
  • Project Engineer
  • Created plan and profile sheets for utilities and property crossings on various self storage, HEB, Autozone, and out of state projects
  • Created plan sets for lift stations for PK Austin office based on the project engineer’s verbal and written specifications for clients
  • Implemented revisions as required by PK Civil Site team, HCFCD, Fire Marshals, City/County Engineers and Westwood’s clients
  • Coordinated with senior project engineers on final as-built drawings so the department and customer had an accurate record of final design implemented on site
  • Adhered to strict deadlines and coordinated with other offices nationwide to ensure that deliverables were to PK/Westwood standards
  • Resource to new hires as to CAD standards and practices, sheet setup, plan set up and template and standard file locations for projects
  • Mentored new hires/interns to maximize performance and accuracy with project development

CAD Designer

CobbFendley & Assoc
02.2019 - 05.2022
  • Created designs using computer programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley Microstation to complete gas pipeline drawings
  • Developed precise drawings from scratch based on written and verbal specifications supplied by customer, and project engineers
  • Implemented revisions as required by pipeline engineering, and CobbFendley clients
  • Coordinated with project engineer on final as-built drawings so department and customer had accurate record of final design implemented on site
  • Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives
  • Adhered closely to national, regional and local code requirements for safety and risk management purposes
  • Built base drawing library for entire engineering department to use or customize in compliance with specific project requirements
  • Spearheaded development of modernized drafting standards and bringing initial design into CobbFendley, resulting in reduced drawing completion time
  • Mentored new drafters to maximize performance and accuracy

Inside Sales Representative

Seafood Wholesalers
09.2016 - 02.2019
  • Sales and outside sales for SFW
  • Assisted Customers with Aramark, SODEXO, Entegra, Morrisons, Eurest and Foodbuy contracts in Texas and Oklahoma
  • Mapping of Houston/Galveston area for sales team to prospect
  • Weekly recaps and sales reporting on current customers and prospects contacted throughout the week
  • Met with Chefs/Business owners of current and potential accounts to create profiles for weekly usage and provided competitive pricing on products
  • Visited customers frequently to boost customer retention for SFW
  • Data warehousing and data entry on clerical projects
  • Inventory and pricing of all Seafood Products stocked in the company
  • Order confirmation for 350+ accounts daily
  • Worked with management to resolve customer concerns with product, pricing, delivery times, and special events
  • Weekly creation of price lists for all contract accounts to correlate with fluctuating market pricing
  • Assisted with logistics in dispatching and delivery times for product
  • Invoicing and collection of current and past due accounts

CAD Designer & MRI Service Technician

Advantage MRI Service
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Designed equipment and scan rooms for Toshiba MRI systems at multiple vendor sites across the U.S using AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit
  • Developed precise drawings from scratch based on written and verbal specifications supplied by the customer and sales
  • Created precise and functional mechanical, electrical and conceptual drawings in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit, employing accepted drafting practices
  • Received and reviewed details from design professionals to build in-depth representations of components and machine parts
  • Facilitated On-site Installation of Toshiba MRI systems (Vantage, Vantage Titan, Vantage Titan 32, Vantage ExcelArt)
  • Performed preventative maintenance of MRI and CT equipment and systems including system calibration, equipment inspections, replacement, ensuring static helium levels, and temperature control
  • Performed administration and maintenance of multiple proprietary Data Warehousing platforms
  • Formulated bills of materials outlining components required for manufacture or purchase with clear reference to visual image on drawing

Reprographics & Technical Support

Wood Group Mustang Engineering
08.2012 - 01.2014
  • Scanned Data Books & P&ID's into PDF format
  • Printed data Books and P&ID's
  • Used Adobe Acrobat to modify, crop and repair PDF documents
  • Data Entry
  • Oracle Database Management
  • Maintenance of scanning equipment
  • Stretching and framing canvas
  • Design and printing of luggage tags, posters, banners for all Wood Group Companies

Assistant Store Manager

RadioShack
08.2008 - 06.2012
  • Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism
  • Made certain fire marshal regulations were met and all licenses and forms were displayed
  • Oversaw daily operations by delegating tasks, managing shift changes and conducting keyholder duties to open and close business
  • Oversaw inventory receiving, stocking, pricing and returns by coordinating with vendors and directing employees
  • Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness
  • Assisted in continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results
  • Scheduled staff to assign employee shifts according to departmental and business needs
  • Boosted sales through attractive merchandise presentation, competitive pricing and adequate inventory

Education

Associates - Drafting and Design

ITT Technical Institute
Houston, TX
09.2015

Supply Chain Management

University of Houston - Victoria
Victoria, TX

Skills

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • AutoCAD certification
  • Methodical nature
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Design development
  • Results focused
  • Client communication
  • Concept development
  • Quality control
  • Detail drawings

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Project Designer

PEA Group
06.2023 - Current

CAD Technician

Pacheco Koch/Westwood PS
05.2022 - 06.2023

CAD Designer

CobbFendley & Assoc
02.2019 - 05.2022

Inside Sales Representative

Seafood Wholesalers
09.2016 - 02.2019

CAD Designer & MRI Service Technician

Advantage MRI Service
10.2015 - 09.2016

Reprographics & Technical Support

Wood Group Mustang Engineering
08.2012 - 01.2014

Assistant Store Manager

RadioShack
08.2008 - 06.2012

Supply Chain Management

University of Houston - Victoria

Associates - Drafting and Design

ITT Technical Institute

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