James Donkle
Columbia,SC
Summary
Passionate and hardworking architectural intern with an eagerness to excell within the field. Excellent multitasking and organizational abilities with a knowledge of relevant building codes, historic preservation, and diverse project types. A life-long learner with the ability to listen and adapt to change. Creative, ambitious, and well-rounded.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Intern
Lambert Architecture + Construction Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with project teams to develop creative design solutions for complex spatial problems across various building types and scales.
- Performed code reviews to ensure compliance with IBC regulations and ADA Standards for Accessible Design
- Assisted in preparation of schematic design and design development documentation, ensuring accurate representation of design intent.
- Prepared historic tax credit part 2 application materials for submission to state SHPO office and National Parks Service.
Architectural Intern
Glick Boehm Architecture
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported senior architects with detailed design research and analysis, resulting in well-informed design decisions.
- Developed strong presentation skills through regular critiques of design work within a studio environment
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on a variety of project types including government, commercial, healthcare, k-12, and community.
- Maintained quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, illustrations and documentation.
Administrative Utility
Town Of Prosperity
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Administered the Town of Prosperity Back Flow Prevention Program per SCDHEC requirements.
- Compiled detailed reports such as the annual Consumer Confidence Report and Full Cost Disclosure for submission to SCDHEC.
- Prepared competitive grant applications to help fund community projects and revitalization efforts.
- Worked closely with senior administration and local organizations for planning of community events and recreational activities.
Summer Preservation Intern
Preservation South Carolina
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Produced detailed drawings and field measurements of existing conditions to be used in the NPS Part 1 application for listing to the National Register of Historic Places.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with senior staff and local preservation specialists.
Education
Master of Arts - Architecture
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation And Community Planning
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2019
Skills
- Revit proficiency
- Lumion
- Adobe creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Architectural design and planing
- Building code compliance
- Historic Preservation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Researching abilities
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
Timeline
Architectural Intern
Lambert Architecture + Construction Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
Architectural Intern
Glick Boehm Architecture
05.2022 - 11.2022
Administrative Utility
Town Of Prosperity
05.2019 - 08.2022
Summer Preservation Intern
Preservation South Carolina
05.2018 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Architecture
Clemson University
Bachelor of Arts - Historic Preservation And Community Planning
College of Charleston
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