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Wesley Kirkham

Brookings,SD

Summary

Fourth-year architecture student with a strong foundation in design and construction. Hands-on experience in various construction roles has enhanced skills in project sequencing and material selection. Committed to creating functional, user-centered spaces through a blend of technical expertise and creative vision.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Seasonal Laborer

City of Aberdeen
05.2026 - 08.2026

• Installed and maintained water mains, sewer lines, manholes, storm drains, and associated piping.

• Supported repairs and installation of municipal water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure, contributing to community resource management.

• Coordinated with multiple city departments, enhancing understanding of municipal operations and the permitting process.

Factory Worker

Larson Manufacturing
08.2023 - 05.2026

• Worked in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while consistently meeting production and quality expectations.

• Completed production documentation and gained experience with established manufacturing processes and standards.

• Acquired firsthand knowledge of building product manufacturing, enhancing understanding of material selection, constructability, and the design-production relationship.

Construction Worker

B&B Contracting
05.2025 - 08.2025

• Contributed to commercial and municipal construction projects involving concrete, underground utilities, roadwork, foundations, and earthwork.

• Acquired practical skills in construction methods, site operations, and project sequencing on diverse project types.

• Collaborated with skilled crews to execute physically demanding tasks while ensuring high project quality and adherence to safety standards.

Construction Laborer

Rausch Construction
05.2023 - 08.2023

• Assisted in executing commercial and municipal construction projects, ensuring quality in concrete work, underground utilities, roadwork, foundations, and earthwork.

• Acquired practical skills in construction methods, site operations, and project sequencing across diverse project types, enhancing overall team capabilities.

• Collaborated with experienced crews to complete physically demanding tasks, prioritizing project quality and safety standards.

Education

Majoring in Architecture with a Graphic Design minor -

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
05-2027

Skills

  • CAD/BIM - Rhino, Revit, SketchUp
  • Adobe Suite - Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects
  • Visualization - Twinmotion, D5 Render, Lumion
  • Construction — Carpentry, Utilities, Earthwork, Manufacturing

Timeline

Seasonal Laborer

City of Aberdeen
05.2026 - 08.2026

Construction Worker

B&B Contracting
05.2025 - 08.2025

Factory Worker

Larson Manufacturing
08.2023 - 05.2026

Construction Laborer

Rausch Construction
05.2023 - 08.2023

Majoring in Architecture with a Graphic Design minor -

South Dakota State University
Wesley Kirkham