David McFarland
Barbeau,MI
Summary
DAVID MCFARLAND Pragmatic AutoCAD drafter/designer with creative skills in the construction industry. Over ten years of experience in construction, architectural, structural design and drafting. Knowledge and insight for collaborative team solutions identifying areas of concern and possible conflict during the design phase and project layout. Self-discipline and time management skills for working remotely where focusing and results are needed. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DESIGN DRAFTER
LIFE STYLE DESIGN SERVICES
12.2021 - Current
- Modify existing home plans to client specifications.
- Work on varied layer and drafting standards.
- Communicate directly with client in resolving conflicts.
- Make design recommendations to improve final layout.
- Provide timely work output to meet deadlines.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure highly accurate and detailed drawings.
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare blueprints and schematics.
- Supported project team in design process to update details of each project.
- Drafted and revised CAD drawings to meet client specifications.
- Utilized AutoCAD and other software to create detailed drawings.
- Generated accurate technical drawings for various projects.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Developed and revised diagrams to accurately reflect design changes.
PRINCIPAL INSPECTOR, FIRE DOOR INSPECTONS
Self-employed
07.2017 - Current
- Acquired training and certification to instruct and certify fire door inspectors internationally
- Deliver detailed, professional reports on all doors inspected to the owner, owner’s representative and Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Expert level knowledge and understanding of NFPA 101, 80, and 105
- Certified Forensic Fire Door Inspector
- Certified Instructor for Life Safety Codes and Fire Door Inspector Certifications
- Plan, perform and complete fire and smoke door inspections as required by NFPA 80 and 105.
- Inspected the physical condition of automatic sprinkler systems to report conditions and suggest repairs.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
PROJECT DIRECTOR
THE ARCHITECT FORUM
07.2006 - 12.2017
- Architectural drafting and design utilizing AutoCAD
- Complete design and document creation and assembly including floor plans, elevation, foundations, framing, interior room finish, window and door schedules, sections and relevant details
- Specifications, construction contracts, bidding process
- Collaborate with project architect, design engineers and trades
- High level of life safety, barrier free design requirements
- Strong understanding of structures and loading
- Structural steel detailing including pre-engineered building integration into project drawings
- Site plan development utilizing civil engineering information and topographic survey data
- Collaborate with project architect, design engineers and trades
- Developed and oversaw project operations and managed multi-functional issues through resolution
- Directed project design functions, developed proposals and conversed with customers and funders
- Developed project control roadmap to guide various projects
- Hired and managed consultants, contractors and sub-contractors to complete project tasks
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight Technology
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MISkills
- Detailed Report Writing
- Protection System Testing
- Safety Standards
- Best Practices
- Fire Code Compliance Review
- Code Enforcement
- Microsoft Excel
- Field Investigations
- New Construction
- Schematic Understanding
Certification
AUTOCAD AUTOCAD Lt WINDOWS ADOBE ACROBAT MICROSOFT OFFICE GOOGLE EARTH
Publications
NFPA 101 Field Guide, Pub 2022.
Accessible and Usable Building Field Manual, Pub 2023.
Timeline
DESIGN DRAFTER
LIFE STYLE DESIGN SERVICES
12.2021 - Current
PRINCIPAL INSPECTOR, FIRE DOOR INSPECTONS
Self-employed
07.2017 - Current
PROJECT DIRECTOR
THE ARCHITECT FORUM
07.2006 - 12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight Technology
Lansing Community College
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