SEAN FORDYCE
Atlanta
Summary
Detail-oriented CAD Designer with 5 years of professional experience specializing in commercial ceiling systems. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit, with working knowledge of Inventor. Skilled in creating accurate construction documents, including reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), and adept at problem-solving. Seeking to leverage expertise in architectural CAD and commercial construction to contribute to the efficient design and execution of complex projects."
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CAD Designer
Armstrong World Industries
08.2022 - Current
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Dynamax, a high-priority structural ceiling grid suspension system, leading design optimization, technical guidance, and troubleshooting for cross-functional teams
- Collaborated with sales and engineering teams to translate complex project needs into actionable design plans, reducing revision cycles by 25%.
- Generated $59M in quoted project value in 2024 by delivering precision-engineered designs for large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
CAD Designer
WAVE-WORTHINGTON ARMSTRONG VENTURE
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Specialized in premium extruded aluminum trims, transitions, and profiles for high-end architectural ceiling systems, delivering custom solutions for large-scale commercial projects.
- Spearheaded a flagship project featured in a company case study, demonstrating innovative problem-solving for complex design and manufacturing challenges, which bolstered the firm’s reputation for executing intricate, high-volume orders.
- Revitalized departmental quality control and manufacturing documentation processes, eliminating recurring production errors and reducing material waste by streamlining workflows between Customer service, CAD, Planning, and Machine operations teams.
Small Appliance Lead
ACTIONLINK
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Directed a team of sales representatives across several retail locations, securing #1 ranking in the Southeast region for sales performance.
- Ensured adherence to client service-level agreements (SLAs), including staff attendance, reporting accuracy, and brand presentation, safeguarding long-term partnerships with major retailers.
- Designed and training workshops on product features, competitive differentiators, and sales tactics.
- Partnered with retail managers to optimize product placement and promotional displays.
Lenovo Atlanta Area Representative
PREMIUM RETAIL SERVICES
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Lead teams during remodels of client displays in retail locations
- Equip retail sales associates with the knowledge they need to make the sale
- Lead training events to ensure product knowledge and brand awareness
- Build long-term, trusting relationships with customers, associates and management
- Engage and excite customers as a Lenovo product expert
- Make Lenovo products stand out by maintaining displays and product appearance
Google Field Sales Manager
PREMIUM RETAIL SERVICES
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Building and maintaining long-term trusting relationships with retail store associates, retail management, and client management
- Designing and implementing strategic sales plans that expands the client's customer base and ensure its strong presence
- Maintaining consistency and highly visible presence in designated retail stores within assigned territory
- Develops and facilitate product education and training sessions for the client's sales channels at regularly-scheduled intervals
Education
UX/UI Certificate -
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA12.2022
AS - ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING
GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Lawrenceville, GASkills
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Revit proficiency
- Scaling
- Quality assurance procedures
- Computer-aided manufacturing
- Drawing Package Generation
- BIM
Certification
- User Experience User interaction - Georgia Tech
Timeline
CAD Designer
Armstrong World Industries
08.2022 - Current
CAD Designer
WAVE-WORTHINGTON ARMSTRONG VENTURE
11.2020 - 07.2022
Small Appliance Lead
ACTIONLINK
10.2019 - 04.2020
Lenovo Atlanta Area Representative
PREMIUM RETAIL SERVICES
06.2018 - 09.2019
Google Field Sales Manager
PREMIUM RETAIL SERVICES
05.2016 - 06.2018
UX/UI Certificate -
Georgia Institute of Technology
AS - ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING
GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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