I am a well-rounded Architect with long-standing experience in Architectural Design, Design Management, Project and Construction Management, Technical Development, Specifications, and Quality Control. I have covered all building types and occupancy classifications, with vast experience in all delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Fast-Track, CMAR, and JOCs). Effective leader and successful in driving the design, pre-construction, and construction processes, adhering to codes, accessibility/ADA regulations, and jurisdictional requirements. My experience includes mentoring project staff in industry best practices and standards, leadership in providing technical design and quality reviews at various milestones throughout the design process, and ensuring that all projects comply with the design intent, scope, and standards. My management style is to define all requirements at inception with effective communication and follow with team collaboration, stakeholder alignment, and finalizing the process with commissioning, turn-over, and operational efficiency. Skilled in RFPs to procure and manage architectural and engineering professional services, consultants, and internal multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams. Expertise in pre-construction and Construction Management, reviewing design and bid documents, providing value-engineering, selecting contractors, contract negotiations, project phasing, logistics, sequencing, financial reports, project reports, and staffing to meet project deadlines and customer/client/stakeholders satisfaction. As a strong Team Leader, I integrate, mentor, and motivate highly functional and diverse teams to build trusting relationships to produce high-quality results and develop resources and metrics to track project scope, schedule, costs, progress, and vision into profitability. I consider each project unique, and the uniqueness dictates the management and contractual negotiation approach. My professional demeanor is a model of leadership, management skills, technical knowledge, team relationships with strong communication skills, and a high level of customer service. I have strong expertise in securing regulatory approvals for real estate entitlements, retail, education, commercial, hospitality, institutional, and arts/entertainment projects in fast-paced and ambiguous environments, delivering results in complex and sophisticated developments. Previous employers/clients include Boeing Corp., SMUSD, LAUSD, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, Universal, Starbucks, the City of Hope Cancer Center, and LAX airport. Active in professional organizations for business opportunities, continuous education, and new technologies and initiatives to stay current in the industry. Excellent experience in client management and presentations for strategic business development and high-level discussions. Seasoned Project Director with demonstrated success in managing challenging schedules, budgets and quality demands. Goal-oriented and organized professional with a creative approach. Ready to bring [Number] years of [Industry] experience to a challenging new position at [Company Name].