Louis E. Kuilan
Summary
Architectural Conservation graduate with experience coordinating large-scale property documentation projects, conducting building condition assessments, and managing field operations. Skilled in project coordination, workflow development, technical reporting, and stakeholder communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
San Juan, Puerto Rico
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated the documentation of approximately 16,000 historic properties across 15 municipalities in Puerto Rico as part of a State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) survey initiative.
- Designed and implemented a digital field documentation workflow using Google My Maps, JotForm, and Google Drive, streamlining property assignments, progress tracking, and record management.
- Developed automated file organization procedures utilizing cadastral identification numbers to create standardized property records and reduce duplicate documentation.
- Managed day-to-day field operations for a team of 8 field technicians and 3 data entry specialists, assigning survey areas, monitoring progress, and resolving technical issues.
- Trained new team members on project procedures, field survey methodologies, digital data collection tools, and documentation standards.
- Monitored production metrics and project deliverables to ensure monthly
Easement Inspector
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted independent condition assessments of 92 conservation easement properties throughout Philadelphia.
- Assessed the condition of character-defining architectural features and documented findings through detailed field notes and photographic records.
- Prepared comprehensive inspection reports with annotated photographs, condition observations, and preservation recommendations.
- Evaluated the authenticity of architectural features and alterations through analysis of historic materials, architectural styles, construction methods, and period-specific design characteristics.
- Identified non-historic alterations and potential easement violations through field investigation and historical research.
Conservation Technician
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
San Juan, Puerto Rico
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the salvage and preservation of historic ornamental plaster following the collapse of the Gold Room ceiling at the Normandie Hotel, a landmark historic building in Old San Juan.
- Evaluated and identified ornamental plaster fragments through analysis of decorative profiles, color variations, fracture patterns, and existing documentation.
- Utilized technical drawings and surviving architectural evidence to determine the original location and configuration of decorative ceiling elements.
- Documented, cataloged, and organized recovered plaster elements for long-term storage, facilitating future conservation and reconstruction efforts.
Research Assistant
Center for Architectural Conservation
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported preservation and conservation research projects through metadata management, archival organization, and project documentation.
Organized and cataloged photographic records for heritage documentation projects, improving accessibility and retrieval of project information.
Assisted with the preparation and editing of project graphics, technical drawings, and presentation materials.
Administrative Assistant
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
San Juan, Puerto Rico
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported day-to-day administrative operations, including file organization, meeting coordination, and staff support.
- Scheduled virtual and in-person meetings, prepared meeting notes, and maintained organized project records.
- Assisted with organizational communications by creating social media templates and updating website content.
Education
Master of Science - Historic Preservation
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2026
Bachelor - Environmental Design
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR05-2023
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Project Tracking & Scheduling
- Workflow Development & Process Improvement
- Field Team Coordination
- Risk Management
- Quality Control
- Building Condition Assessments
- Property Inspections
- Technical Reporting
- Documentation Management
- Stakeholder Communication
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- 10-hour OSHA Training Program
Timeline
Easement Inspector
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
06.2025 - 08.2025
Research Assistant
Center for Architectural Conservation
09.2024 - 05.2025
Project Coordinator
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
03.2023 - 07.2024
Administrative Assistant
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
07.2022 - 03.2023
Conservation Technician
Centro de Conservación y Restauración de PR
04.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Historic Preservation
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor - Environmental Design
University of Puerto Rico