Rei Takata
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Studio Manager - Arhchitecture
Ware Malcomb
11.2021 - Current
- Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management and client. Supervised studio staff for timely, accurate and high-quality task completion with other offices.
- Managed budgets and financial reports, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Contributed to the development of strategic business plans aimed at expanding market share in the DMV region. Participated in industry networking events to establish connections with potential clients and partners.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals. Project types include ground up industrial warehouse building and its specific tenant fitouts and bank branch tenant fitouts and the DMV region.
- Directed a team of designers and engineers to produce innovative design solutions for a 280 unit 5-story multi family development in Glenmont MD.
Senior Project Manager
Wiencek + Associates
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Developed and maintained project documentation, including timelines, budgets, and progress reports, to ensure accurate record-keeping and seamless communication between all stakeholders.
- Assisted in the preparation of proposals, bids, and presentations as part of ongoing efforts to secure new clients and expand existing relationships
- Mentored junior team members by providing guidance on best practices in project management, fostering professional development within the organization.
- Project management of a 179 unit, 9-story development project of an affordable senior housing in Washington DC.
- Project management of a 2-phased 90 unit, 4-story development project of an affordable housing in Leesburg, VA.
Project Manager/Architect
Antunovich Associates
06.2015 - 05.2020
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Successfully directed a large team of engineers and owner's consultant of an office-to-multi family conversion project; converting the existing 11-story GSA building into a 453-unit multi-family residential use in the Buzzard Point area of Southwest Washington, DC.
- Executed a joint-venture project of a senior living development in Kensington, MD. It include 134 units of three levels of care; Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care and rehabilitation of 2 historical structure on the property.
Project Architect
Bowie Gridley Architects
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Conducted site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed a team of engineers from Design Development to Construction Administration of a private club’s Winter Center in Washington DC, which includes restoration of duck pin bowling lanes, commercial kitchen and members' locker rooms for their outdoor ice rink.
Staff Architect
Shalom Baranes Assoc
11.2011 - 03.2013
- Developed innovative solutions for complex design challenges, resulting in unique and functional spaces that met client requirements for a 1,200,000 SF mixed-used project in the heart of downtown Rosslyn. The project consists of a 22-story commercial office tower and a 26-story residential tower with underground parking and a grocery store.
- Accomplished conceptual massing design schemes for a mixed-use development opportunity in downtown Baltimore, MD.
Project Designer/Manager
Chatelain Architects, p.c.
05.2005 - 10.2011
- Provided status updates for projects, delivering information to clients. Developed detailed design drawings and specifications using computer-aided drafting software.
- Successfully executed 62,000 SF renovation project of an existing athletic facility at a college preparatory school in MD. The project was awarded 2010 Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. Excellence in Construction.
- Oversaw renovation project of a library building for a private co-ed boarding school in Alexandria VA.
- Executed construction administration of a renovation project for a college satelite program facility in Washington DC. The project was awarded the 2009 AIA DC Chapter Excellence in Historic Resource.
Architectural Designer
Wnuk Spurlock Architecture
01.2001 - 04.2005
- Developed comprehensive construction documents to ensure accurate execution of architectural concepts during the building process.
- Improved overall project outcomes by utilizing advanced software tools for 3D rendering.
- Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning.
- Developed innovative design concepts that enhanced the visual appeal of completed buildings.
Education
Master of Architecture -
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC01.1999
Skills
- AutoDesk Revit
- MS Project
- BSD SpecLink-E
- MS Office Suite
- Photoshop CS
- InDesign CS
- Vantagepoint
- Newforma
Professional License
Registered Architect in Maryland (Reg. No. 16643)
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Studio Manager - Arhchitecture
Ware Malcomb
11.2021 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Wiencek + Associates
06.2020 - 11.2021
Project Manager/Architect
Antunovich Associates
06.2015 - 05.2020
Project Architect
Bowie Gridley Architects
03.2013 - 05.2015
Staff Architect
Shalom Baranes Assoc
11.2011 - 03.2013
Project Designer/Manager
Chatelain Architects, p.c.
05.2005 - 10.2011
Architectural Designer
Wnuk Spurlock Architecture
01.2001 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
The Catholic University of America
Master of Architecture -
The Catholic University of America
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