Cinthia Ibarra

Architectural Design & Plan Development Lot Planning, Development & Permitting Coordination Customer Design Management Custom Homes, Change Orders & Pricing Purchasing & Vendor Coordination Construction & Field Coordination Process Improvement & Systems

Lead architectural design coordination and support multiple phases of residential homebuilding operations, collaborating with customers, sales, construction, purchasing, estimating, vendors, and field teams to deliver projects from preconstruction through completion.

• Manage architectural design processes for residential projects, including custom and production homes
• Develop and modify floor plans, elevations, construction drawings, and architectural documents
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit for design development, plan updates, and construction documentation
• Create custom plan modifications based on customer needs, lot conditions, and construction requirements
• Coordinate plan revisions to ensure accuracy and constructability
• Assist with lot selection and plan placement, evaluating compatibility between homes, lots, and community requirements
• Coordinate architectural considerations related to setbacks, layouts, and site conditions
• Support the permit process by preparing and coordinating required documentation and plan revisions
• Help ensure plans meet project requirements before moving into construction
• Meet directly with homeowners to guide the design and selection process
• Manage customer color selections, finishes, upgrades, and design decisions
• Translate customer requests into architectural updates and construction requirements
• Coordinate communication between customers, sales, and construction teams
• Prepare and coordinate custom plan changes and design modifications
• Manage change orders from initial request through approval and implementation
• Coordinate pricing requests, revisions, and documentation
• Follow up on customer approvals and ensure timely completion of required processes
• Monitor customer payments and ensure project requirements are met before proceeding
• Create and release purchase orders (POs) for vendors and subcontractors
• Communicate with trade partners regarding scopes, materials, and project requirements
• Coordinate with purchasing teams to ensure accurate information is provided for construction execution
• Assist with estimating by reviewing plans, selections, and project changes
• Communicate daily with construction teams and field personnel to resolve design questions
• Coordinate between office operations and field execution
• Support construction managers by providing updated plans, selections, and project information
• Assist with improving workflows between departments
• Developed and implemented templates for scheduling, estimating, and plan organization
• Helped improve internal processes and software workflows
• Supported creation of standardized procedures to improve communication and efficiency
• Led architectural design projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client vision and budget constraints.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance design processes and streamline project workflows.

• Supported operations within a multi-generational construction company with more than 50 years of experience in the building industry.
• Assisted with construction operations and administrative coordination
• Supported organization of project information, documentation, and construction-related tasks
• Gained early exposure to residential and commercial construction processes
• Developed understanding of materials, construction workflows, scheduling, and project coordination
• Observed and supported business operations within a construction company environment
• (Family-Owned Construction Company)

• Developed custom residential floor plans and elevations
• Created construction drawings and architectural documentation
• Produced 3D visualizations and presentation materials
• Used AutoCAD and Revit for design development and documentation
• Applied space planning principles to improve functionality and design solutions
• Coordinated design revisions based on customer needs and project requirements

• Prepared commercial architectural drawings, floor plans, elevations, and project documentation.
• Supported design development and architectural coordination.
• Created presentations and organized project materials using design software.

• Supported hospitality design projects including hotel and interior environments.
• Assisted with space planning, design development, presentations, and design documentation.

• Opened and managed multiple business locations from concept through daily operations.
• Oversaw staffing, scheduling, purchasing, inventory, vendors, customer service, and budgeting.
• Developed operational systems to improve efficiency and customer experience.
• Managed decision-making, problem solving, and business growth initiatives.