Celeste Bates
Roseville,CA
Summary
- Over 10 years of experience in the construction industry, with 4 years focused on project management, drafting and architectural and interior design, proficient in AutoCAD, proprietary technologies and Microsoft Office- tools for creating detailed plans including floor plans, site plans, and elevations.
- Skilled in contract drafting, bidding, and preparing change orders, with strong knowledge of architectural plan reading, reviewing, and managing document control for accurate distribution of drawings and project documents.
- Maintain excellent client relationships by providing regular project updates and addressing concerns, while seeking opportunities to advance drafting and architectural engineering skills as part of a degree in Architectural Engineering
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Surveyor
Corporate Design Group, INC.
03.2022 - Current
- Draft and update as-built floor plans, site plans, reflected ceiling plans, electrical plans, and interior/exterior elevations
- Review architectural plans and specifications
- Prepare contract drafts, work orders, and track product status
- Schedule projects and coordinate subcontractors
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining quality control
- Reduce delays by efficiently managing schedules and meeting deadlines
- Provide regular client updates, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
Licensed Realtor
Diez & Sigg Properties
02.2015 - 06.2023
- Facilitated smooth real estate transactions by coordinating with title companies, inspectors, appraisers, and contractors.
- Negotiated contracts and ensured compliance with legal standards throughout the transaction process.
- Conducted market analysis and trend forecasting to inform client decisions and optimize property listings.
- Prepared and reviewed legal documents to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Developed and executed digital marketing strategies to promote listings, increasing visibility and sales
Consultant
Family Owned, CastleHolmes Construction
03.2009 - 09.2022
- Drafted as-built floorplans and proposed floorplans
- Plan and specifications reading
- Managed client relationships / updates on project progress
- Conducted site visits to ensure adherence to design specifications
- Client consults for project finishes
US Census Bureau Field Representative
US Census Bureau
06.2010 - 01.2015
- Research
- Data collection
- Reports management
- Managed 30-40 cases per month
- Assisted in training new hires, resulting in increased productivity and overall team performance
Education
Associate of Arts - Architectural Engineering
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA06.2025
Drafting Certificate - Architectural Drafting
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA05.2023
Communications Studies -
Central Bible College (Evangel University)
Springfield, MOHigh School Diploma - General Education
Kelso High School
Kelso, WA06.1998
Skills
- Project Management proficeincy
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Adobe Acrobat proficiency
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- REVIT, AutoCAD Civil 3D & Mechanical experience
- Architectural Plan Reading
- Field Data Collection
- Research
- Contract Administration
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
- Excellent Communication
- Crisis Management
- Relationship Building
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Detail Oriented
Extracurriculars
- Volunteer Community Chaplain with Placer County Law Enforcement Chaplaincy (2022 - Present)
(*Over 80 hours classroom time and on-going training in critical incident stress management, post traumatic stress injury, trauma, grief and loss, suicide and intervention, cross cultural communication, depression, spiritual care.)
- Volunteer Church Chaplain with Bridegeway Christian Church (2019 - 2022)
- USCG Auxiliary Officer (2020 - 2022)
- Musician/Bassist
Certification
Drafting Certificate from Sierra College
CA DRE #01972962
CPR/First Aid/AED with Anaphylaxis/Epinephrine Certified
Timeline
Building Surveyor
Corporate Design Group, INC.
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Realtor
Diez & Sigg Properties
02.2015 - 06.2023
US Census Bureau Field Representative
US Census Bureau
06.2010 - 01.2015
Consultant
Family Owned, CastleHolmes Construction
03.2009 - 09.2022
Drafting Certificate from Sierra College
CA DRE #01972962
CPR/First Aid/AED with Anaphylaxis/Epinephrine Certified
Associate of Arts - Architectural Engineering
Sierra College
Drafting Certificate - Architectural Drafting
Sierra College
Communications Studies -
Central Bible College (Evangel University)
High School Diploma - General Education
Kelso High School
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