Joshua Higginbotham
Architect & Construction Project Manager
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Architect and project manager with 15 years of experience in commercial construction, real estate development, contract administration in design-bid-build and design-build firms.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Architect
Oportun
05.2022 - Current
- Worked with the real estate team and store development team to identify new projects, define scope, prepare create cost estimates, establish schedules and perform feasibility studies.
- Responsible for the development, certification and sealing of construction documents in the 13 states where Oportun operates.
- Responsible for identifying, submitting and securing all required state and local permits
- Simultaneously manage multiple projects, monitor progress and ensure compliance with contract documents
Architect
Spalding Design Group
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed drawings and renderings for all phases of design in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians.
Architect & Construction Project Manager
Cressy Commercial Real Estate
03.2016 - 10.2021
- Co-led the growth of the construction division revenue from $300,000 per annum to over $3,000,000 in 5 years.
- Worked with the development team to identify new projects, evaluated feasibility, defined scope, created cost estimates, and established timeframe.
- Provided architectural and interior design services for a variety of new construction and renovation projects in office, retail, banking, restaurant, healthcare and veterinary facilities.
- Created detailed cost estimates for projects ranging in price from $5,000 to $6M.
- Oversaw and directed $8M worth of construction projects from conception to completion.
- Negotiated terms of agreements and drafted contracts.
- Simultaneously managed multiple projects from conception to completion, while tracking financial performance, maintaining schedules, and ensuring compliance with contract documents.
Architect
Arkos Design, Inc.
12.2012 - 03.2016
- Developed construction documents and monitored construction for $5M worth of renovations at the University of Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College and Bethel College.
- Project Architect for new construction and renovation work for healthcare, higher education, senior living, office, retail, industrial, religious and residential work.
- Created drawings and coordinated with consultants on all phases of design.
- Simultaneously managed multiple projects, tracked financial performance, developed and maintained schedules.
- Prepared proposals, defined scope of work, developed fee estimates, and negotiated fees with consultants and clients
- Interpreted application of building codes and ensure compliance
Chair of School of Drafting & Design
ITT Technical Institute
07.2010 - 01.2012
- Oversaw 200 students and 18 faculty in the Drafting and Design Program and Graphic Design Program
- Managed the selection, retention, assignment, and scheduling of 8 instructors
- Responsible for the preparation, instruction, and evaluation of 100-level through 400-level courses
- Ensured proper delivery and instruction of 36 courses in the School of Drafting and Design
Project Manager
IEE Construction
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Facilitated the design, presentation, development of construction documents, and construction administration for projects ranging from $4,000 to $60,000
- Responsible for acquiring commissions, meeting with clients, and negotiating contracts
- Developed comprehensive estimates for clients including material quantity and cost and labor cost
Architectural Intern
SB Architects
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Developed presentations and working drawings for high-end hospitality and mixed-use projects
- Created 3D models, renderings, and drawings for all phases of design.
Architectural Intern
Peacock Lewis Architects And Planners
05.2005 - 08.2007
- Developed presentations and working drawings for high-end hospitality and mixed-use projects
- Created 3D models, renderings, and drawings for all phases of design.
Education
Master of Architecture - Sustainable Design
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2007
Skills
Real Estate Development
Business Development
Project Management
Construction Documentation
Estimating
Contract Negotiation
Facilities Management
Architecture
Sustainable Design
Financial Monitoring
Accomplishments
Licensed Architect in 14 states including Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin.
Affiliations
AIA
NCARB
Certification
- Licensed Architect - 9 years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Architect
Oportun
05.2022 - Current
Architect
Spalding Design Group
10.2021 - 05.2022
Architect & Construction Project Manager
Cressy Commercial Real Estate
03.2016 - 10.2021
Architect
Arkos Design, Inc.
12.2012 - 03.2016
Chair of School of Drafting & Design
ITT Technical Institute
07.2010 - 01.2012
Project Manager
IEE Construction
08.2009 - 07.2010
Architectural Intern
SB Architects
01.2008 - 08.2008
Architectural Intern
Peacock Lewis Architects And Planners
05.2005 - 08.2007
Master of Architecture - Sustainable Design
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
Ball State University
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