Darwin Tobias
Coal Township,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Highly experienced in all aspects of health care architecture. Highly experienced in codes and regulations for health care architecture. Highly experienced in the process for submission and approval process of plans with local and state agencies such as the Department of Health Life Safety and Department of Health Division of Acute and Ambulatory Care. Effective Architectural Designer / Planner offering 42 years of experience in healthcare clinical and hospital architecture incorporating sustainable design and solutions into projects.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Designer / Project Planner
Geisinger Health System
Danville, PA
09.1980 - 06.2023
- Conducted site visits to assess existing conditions of structures.
- Participated in post-occupancy evaluations of completed projects to determine user satisfaction levels.
- Monitored electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and interior designers to provide optimal designs.
- Maintained architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.
- Developed conceptual design ideas in accordance with client requirements.
- Conducted on-site visits to construction sites to monitor plan compliance.
- Assisted in preparing bid documents including drawings, specifications, schedules and budgets.
- Inspected construction sites to monitor progress and adherence to design specifications.
- Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed.
- Analyzed and reviewed existing building plans to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable codes.
- Created detailed architectural drawings for clinic, hospitals and institutional buildings.
- Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
- Documented all design phases, including SD, DD and CD.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Interacted with clients to provide timely and relevant status updates.
- Reviewed shop drawings prepared by contractors for conformance with contract documents.
- Coordinated project development from concept to completion.
- Investigated existing problems related to existing structures.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as engineers, surveyors, and contractors on projects.
- Researched building codes and properly applied to designs.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Conducted user group meetings to review project status and discuss risks or changes in scope.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
Architectural Design Draftsman
Kawneer Inc.
Bloomsburg, PA
06.1978 - 09.1980
- Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed.
- Maintained records of all changes made during the course of a project's development.
- Maintained architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of projects.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as engineers, surveyors, and contractors on projects.
- Created detailed architectural drawings for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings both domestically and internationally.
- Specified materials, finishes and components necessary for the completion of a project.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
- Documented all design phases, including SD, DD and CD.
- Discussed design specifications and procedures with project manager, engineering team and construction manager.
- Provided technical advice on construction methods related to structural integrity of buildings.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Education
Associates Degree - Architecture
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster, PA06-1978
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Skilled in AutoCAD
- Architectural Design for Health Care, Clinical and Hospital
- Architectural Design for office environments
- Space planning for Health Care, Clinical and Hospital
- Space planning for office ennvironments
- Engineering Documentation
- Documents and Reports
- Project Specifications
- Systems Engineering
- Highly knowledgeable of codes and regulations
Timeline
Architectural Designer / Project Planner
Geisinger Health System
09.1980 - 06.2023
Architectural Design Draftsman
Kawneer Inc.
06.1978 - 09.1980
Associates Degree - Architecture
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Highly knowledgeable of codes and regulations
- Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Outparient Facilities
- Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Hospitals
- International Building Code
- International Code Council A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
- NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code
- NFPA 101 Life Safety
Highly knowledgeable of codes and regulations
- Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Outparient Facilities
- Guidelines for the Design and Construction of Hospitals
- International Building Code
- International Code Council A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
- NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code
- NFPA 101 Life Safety
Similar Profiles
Becky EllingerBecky Ellinger
Ultrasound/vascular technologist • staff sonographer at Geisinger Health SystemUltrasound/vascular technologist • staff sonographer at Geisinger Health System
Frank VaranoFrank Varano
Revenue Management Practice Consultant Liaison at Geisinger Health SystemRevenue Management Practice Consultant Liaison at Geisinger Health System
Kimberly NewcomerKimberly Newcomer
Associate Executive Assistant at Geisinger Health SystemAssociate Executive Assistant at Geisinger Health System