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Michael Myers CSI

Michael Myers CSI

Architectural Draftsman

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Sr. Architectural Technician / BIM Manager at Meticulous

  • Education

    • Vincennes University

      1992 - 1995
      Associates Degree Architectural Drafting

      As a part of this intensive program, professionalism and standard office procedures are discussed and practiced to prepare for entry-level employment. As a foundation to a career, there are two manual drafting and four CAD courses required using AutoCAD software. To compliment this, there is supplementary coursework required in: Surveying, Design I and II, Architectural History, Rendering & Illustration. Additional coursework in Math, Speech, Social Science, Lab Science, English, and… Show more As a part of this intensive program, professionalism and standard office procedures are discussed and practiced to prepare for entry-level employment. As a foundation to a career, there are two manual drafting and four CAD courses required using AutoCAD software. To compliment this, there is supplementary coursework required in: Surveying, Design I and II, Architectural History, Rendering & Illustration. Additional coursework in Math, Speech, Social Science, Lab Science, English, and University Core Curriculum Electives are also required. Show less

  • Experience

    • Tabor / Bruce / Puzzello & Associates

      Jan 1995 - Jan 1995
      Architectural Draftsman

      ●Prepared information regarding design, specifications, materials, and equipment. ● Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.● Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.● Determine procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.● Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's supervision.● Operate computer-aided drafting equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.● Coordinate structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation in order to graphically represent building plans. Show less

    • William E. Burd Architect

      Jan 1997 - Jan 2006
      Architectural Draftsmen

      ● Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.● Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data.● Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.● Represent architect on construction site, ensuring builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections, under architect's supervision.● Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.● Determine procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.● Analyze technical implications of architect's design concept, calculating weights, volumes, and stress factors.● Create freehand drawings and lettering to accompany drawings.● Prepare colored drawings of landscape and interior designs for presentation to client.● Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's supervision.● Calculate heat loss and gain of buildings and structures to determine required equipment specifications, following standard procedures.● Build landscape, architectural and display models.● Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.● Operate computer-aided drafting equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.● Coordinate structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation in order to graphically represent building plans. Show less

    • Construction Technology Associates

      Jan 1997 - Jan 1997
      Architectural Draftsmen

      Completed full range of architectural duties for typical pre-engineered buildings. (Design Build)

    • Construction Consultants Inc.

      Jan 1997 - Jan 1997
      Architectural & Civil Draftsman

      Completed full range of architectural duties for a town emergency information building. Drafted information for city streets. (Design Build)

    • Architectural Alliance

      Jan 2006 - Jan 2008
      Assistant Project Architect

      ●Prepared information regarding design, specifications, materials, and equipment. ●Developed design ideas and created design presentations. ●Directed the production of construction documents, drawings, and specifications. ●Organized client and team meetings. ●Coordinated schedules and workloads. ●Reviewed architectural documents for potential conflict with all disciplines.● Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.● Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.● Represent architect on construction site, ensuring builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections, under architect's supervision.● Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.● Determine procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.● Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's supervision.● Build landscape, architectural and display models.● Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.● Operate computer-aided drafting equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.● Coordinate structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation in order to graphically represent building plans. Show less

    • Land Water Group

      Jul 2008 - Sept 2008
      Civil Draftsmen

      ● Worked assignments include site development drafting for McDonald’s Corporation. ● Prepared exhibits for drainage studies, FEMA Map Revision Studies, and Watershed Studies as well as the day to day drafting duties of the business.

    • William E. Burd Architect

      Aug 2008 - Dec 2010
      Project Architect

      ●Complete full range of architectural duties including establishing drawing from conceptual design through construction documents. ●Create 3D renderings using VIZ Render and Sketchup.●Coordinate communications with contractors to resolve issues and general project requirements during construction. ●Set up and maintain office IT network.● Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.● Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data.● Lay out and plan interior room arrangements for commercial buildings, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.● Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.● Analyze technical implications of architect's design concept, calculating weights, volumes, and stress factors.● Create freehand drawings and lettering to accompany drawings.● Prepare colored drawings of landscape and interior designs for presentation to client.● Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's supervision.● Calculate heat loss and gain of buildings and structures to determine required equipment specifications, following standard procedures.● Build landscape, architectural and display models.● Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.● Operate computer-aided drafting equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.● Coordinate structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation in order to graphically represent building plans.●Field verified downtown city measurements and created mass model for shadow study. Show less

    • Self Employed

      Dec 2010 - Sept 2014
      Independent Contractor

      ClientsNolan G. Bingham Architect, Columbus, Indiana (Dec., 2010 to Present)Architectural Draftsman ● Complete full range of architectural duties including establishing drawing from conceptual design through construction documents. ● Create 3D renderings using Sketchup. Curran Architecture, Indianapolis, Indiana (Nov. 2013 to Present)Architectural Draftsman ● Complete full range of architectural duties including establishing drawing from construction documents. ● Create 3D renderings using Sketchup. Show less

    • Sebree Architects, Inc.

      Sept 2014 - May 2015
      Architectural Draftsman

       Completed construction documents for a senior living community. Created 3D renderings and animated walk-throughs using Revit and SketchUp.

    • R&B Architects, LLC

      May 2015 - May 2016
      Production Manager

       Completed construction documents for NHPA Section 106 projects that included a hotel spa and brewery. Created 3D renderings using Revit and SketchUp. Participated in team design charrettes. Completed applications & plans for Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission hearings on both new and existing residential construction.

    • Cooler Design

      Aug 2016 - Sept 2016
      Senior Architectural Project Coordinator

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    • Prince Alexander Architects

      Oct 2016 - May 2019
      Architectural Technician

    • METICULOUS Design + Architecture (MD+A)

      May 2019 - now

      • Senior Architectural Technician

        Jan 2023 - now

      • Architectural Project Technician / BIM Coordinator

        May 2019 - Jan 2023

  • Licenses & Certifications