Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
Timeline

MICHAEL DWIGHT HUFF, JR.

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Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Career goals are to consistently create positive change to help others develop and bring their visions to life.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Architecture / Project Manager

Chickasaw Nation
08.2004 - Current
  • Currently serving as Director of Architecture within the Construction Services department, participating in all phases of project delivery for new design/construction or remodel projects for The Chickasaw Nation, a federally recognized Native American Tribe. During my extensive time with the Chickasaw Nation over $2 billion worth of construction has taken place in the hospitality/gaming/retail typology. Services performed by either participating in design process with outside firms, or by performing design/documentation work in-house with staff, or project managing the projects assigned through to completion.

Intern Architect

Miller Boskus Lack Architects
07.2001 - 05.2004
  • Worked as an intern architect, participating in the design and production on several projects in varying sizes and types. Projects of interest include: Wal-Mart Data Center, University of Arkansas Printing Services, Butterfield Trail Village Special Needs Unit, Elkins Elementary School, and an expansion for J.B. Hunt Trucking. My skills as a designer were used in a Shogun Restaurant, the J.B. Hunt Expansion and on three residential related projects.
  • Completed IDP Program Training requirements, June, 2004.

Intern Architect

Taggart, Foster, Currence, Gray Architects
09.1998 - 06.2001
  • Worked as an intern architect, participating in design and production on several projects in many different areas including health care, detention, university, and commercial. The most noteworthy of these being the Alltel Arena, Student Center at Pulaski Technical College, the Sherwood Recreation Center, and a new gymnasium for North Little Rock High School.

Intern Architect

Sims, Grisham, Blair Architects
10.1997 - 08.1998
  • Worked as intern architect, participating in production and revision on several projects including medical work for Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute, Arkansas Educational Television Network, Henderson State University and the University of Central Arkansas.

Education

Professional Degree - Architecture

University of Arkansas School of Architecture, Fayetteville, AR
05-1997

Graduated in 10 semesters with five-year professional degree and was accepted to Washington University’s Graduate Urban Design program. Participated in University of Arkansas’ Rome Program, Fall 1995.

High School - undefined

Wynne High School, Wynne, AR
01.1992
  • Graduated in top 15% of class and was 4-year letterman in basketball and golf.
  • Chosen by faculty as delegate to Arkansas Boy’s State, Summer 1991.
  • Elected Teammate of the Year 1991-1992 Basketball Season.

Skills

  • Proficient in AutoCAD Architecture
  • Skilled in multiple SketchUp versions
  • Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop
  • Skilled in utilizing Google Earth Pro for geographic analysis
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project management and coordination
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Change management

Accomplishments

Became licensed to practice architecture in March, 2008. On design team for Riverwind Casino, recipient of "2006 Best Casino Under $200 million" design award

Hobbies and Interests

Is serving as President of Board of Directors, Oak Hills Country Club., Have enjoyed the game of golf since age 3 and currently play to a + 2.0 handicap., Participated in a group of architectural professionals to help set up master’s program at the University of Arkansas School of Architecture., Interests include golf, photography, and travel.

Certification

  • Architectural License - March, 2008

Timeline

Director of Architecture / Project Manager - Chickasaw Nation
08.2004 - Current
Intern Architect - Miller Boskus Lack Architects
07.2001 - 05.2004
Intern Architect - Taggart, Foster, Currence, Gray Architects
09.1998 - 06.2001
Intern Architect - Sims, Grisham, Blair Architects
10.1997 - 08.1998
Wynne High School - High School,
University of Arkansas School of Architecture - Professional Degree, Architecture

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