ANDREW DEANS

Architectural Designer

Hubbard Godfrey Architects Inc.

01.2020 - Current

Analyzed and reviewed existing building plans to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable codes.
Developed conceptual design ideas in accordance with client requirements.
Created detailed architectural drawings for residential and commercial buildings.
Conducted site visits to assess conditions of existing structures.
Collaborated with other professionals such as engineers, surveyors, and contractors on projects.
Researched local building ordinances and zoning regulations to ensure compliance with relevant codes.
Specified materials, finishes, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, systems and components
Inspected construction sites to monitor progress and adherence to design specifications.
Reviewed and responded to RFI's and submittals from contractors
Investigated existing problems related to existing structures or new constructions.
Reviewed shop drawings prepared by contractors for conformance with contract documents.
Drafted working details for furniture layouts for interior spaces within the built environment.
Compiled reports that document project progress from initial planning stages through final occupancy.
Researched building codes and properly applied to designs.
Created graphic models Sketchup and Enscape.
Used architectural and structural-based external reference drawing files as backgrounds for communication, electrical, HVAC mechanical and structural revisions.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team to design residential and commercial projects
Documented all design phases, including SD, DD, and CA.
Mentored newly hired employees and interns by monitoring job progress and delegating tasks.
Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed.
Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
Conducted on-site visits to construction sites to monitor plan compliance.