Laura Chica Alvarez
Tampa,FL
Summary
I am a proactive person with good learning and teamwork skills. I am interested in the research and development of new materials in construction and design trends. I have more than 10 years of experience and a great inclination to develop projects based on good management and analysis of costs and budgets. My focus has been towards the design and construction of interior spaces.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Architect
HOMETEAM LLC
Charlotte, NC
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed plans and specifications for building projects to meet the needs of clients.
- Evaluated progress made by contractors during different stages of the construction process.
- Coordinated activities between architects, designers, engineers and contractors throughout the duration of a project.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
Architect
CUBO VERDE S.A.S
Medellin, Colombia
10.2012 - 02.2020
- Developed plans and specifications for building projects to meet the needs of clients.
- Collaborated with engineers, surveyors and contractors on various aspects of construction projects.
- Evaluated progress made by contractors during different stages of the construction process.
- Consulted with clients to discuss design options based on their budget constraints or aesthetic preferences.
- Provided guidance on interior design elements such as furniture layout and fixtures selection.
- Prepared cost estimates for materials needed in construction projects.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations used during client meetings or bid processes.
- Inspected existing structures in order to identify design issues or areas that need improvement.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of design work.
- Presented final designs at customer review sessions prior to commencement of construction work.
- Coordinated activities between architects, designers, engineers and contractors throughout the duration of a project.
- Created blueprints, drawings and detailed schematics of proposed structures.
- Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Generated concept designs, collaborated with customers to gain feedback and directed entire design process.
- Monitored electrical engineers, mechanical engineers or interior designers to provide optimal structural designs.
Architect
ORIGAMI METÁLICO S.A.S
Medellin, Colombia
- Kept records of daily production activities.
- Evaluated progress made by contractors during different stages of the construction process.
- Presented final designs at customer review sessions prior to commencement of construction work.
- Coordinated activities between architects, designers, engineers and contractors throughout the duration of a project.
- Provided guidance on interior design elements such as furniture layout and fixtures selection.
- Developed plans and specifications for building projects to meet the needs of clients.
- Created blueprints, drawings and detailed schematics of proposed structures.
- Consulted with clients to discuss design options based on their budget constraints or aesthetic preferences.
- Prepared cost estimates for materials needed in construction projects.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Directed technicians in preparing plan drawings or specification documents.
- Collaborated with builders to confirm construction conformed to drawings and designs.
Education
ARCHITECT -
UNIVERSIDAD SAN BUENAVENTURA
MEDELLIN01-2012
COURSE IDENTIFYING BUSINESS IDEAS -
Sena
01-2010
FOUNDATION AND MASONRY CONSTRUCTION COURSE -
Sena
01-2005
RESEARCH SEEDBED: THE CREATIVE PROCESS AS A METHOD
Sena
01-2005
Skills
- Site planning and design
- Construction estimation
- Architectural design
- Construction methodology
- Interior design
- AutoCAD expertise
- Design development
- Project Management
- Cost Estimation
- Budget Development
- Material Selection
- Project Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
Timeline
Architect
HOMETEAM LLC
07.2023 - 08.2023
Architect
CUBO VERDE S.A.S
10.2012 - 02.2020
Architect
ORIGAMI METÁLICO S.A.S
ARCHITECT -
UNIVERSIDAD SAN BUENAVENTURA
COURSE IDENTIFYING BUSINESS IDEAS -
Sena
FOUNDATION AND MASONRY CONSTRUCTION COURSE -
Sena
RESEARCH SEEDBED: THE CREATIVE PROCESS AS A METHOD
Sena