Nathan T. Adolf, AIA, NCARB, BECxP And CxA-BE

Experience

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  Kirk Michels Architects

  Jun 2005 - Oct 2009

  Architectural Intern

  • Offered specialized installation of single-ply roofing membranes including thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), ethylene propylene diene monomer (EDPM), and laminated asphalt composition shingles. • Construction of wood decks and small-scale remodeling projects for mid-century modern and other residential clientele. • Generated cost estimates and devised and managed project budgets, and procured materials. • Acquired customers through referral.

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  Studio Build

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2019

  Architect / Partner

  • Partner and Licensed Architect, providing design-build services for mid-century remodels in modern / contemporary design for residential and commercial properties, including full fabrication of cabinets, casework, and custom furniture onsite from conceptualization to finishing, to installation. o Experienced in architectural and MEP building systems. o Analyze building codes and regulations to ensure compliance with local laws throughout Greater Kansas City area.o Authorized payment of expenses, payroll, bonuses, and materials. o Collaboration with engineers, landscape architects and interior designers.• Directed and supervised all phases of design and build process, guiding clients through full plan, identifying client preferences, generating cost estimates, developing and administrating project budget, and overseeing implementation, managing client expectations, and consistently collaborating with contractors for project modifications, change orders, and additions.• Full oversight of full-time and part-time cabinet shop management and employees, and onsite project subcontractors, including interview, hiring, dismissal, performance evaluations, training for cabinet shop employees, mentoring, task assignment, scheduling, project status meetings with shop manager, subcontractor management, and architects, and general oversight.• Responded to initial client communications, generated proposals, coordinated with consultants, drafted, negotiated, and executed American Institute of Architects (AIA) contracts. • Mentored architectural intern throughout Intern Development Program.• Procurement of materials for shop prior to hiring of Cabinet Shop Manager.• Integrated high-end appliances such as Wolf, Sub Zero, and Viking into both paneled and unpaneled kitchen designs. Show less

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  ADF_CONSTRUX, LLC

  Nov 2013 - Dec 2022

  Owner / Class “C” Contractor

  • Offered specialized installation of single-ply roofing membranes including thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), ethylene propylene diene monomer (EDPM), and laminated asphalt composition shingles. • Construction of wood decks and small-scale remodeling projects for mid-century modern and other residential clientele. • Generated cost estimates and devised and managed project budgets, and procured materials. • Acquired customers through referral.

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  Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.

  Feb 2020 - Feb 2024

  Forensic Architect

  • Perform forensic architectural inspections and analysis (and root cause analysis) of building envelope failures in commercial, industrial, and residential properties, including:o Construction defects, roofing evaluations, building envelope failures and deficiencies, storm damage, code compliance and ADA deficiencies, contract evaluations, premises liability, property damage, and retail slip, trip and fall evaluations.o Dialogue with all stakeholders concerning inspection results.o Provide detailed report inclusive of original architect standard of care. o Develop inspection budget and forward proforma to billing department for payment. • Offer repair recommendations and scope of work to clients, including State Farm, Liberty Mutual, All State, Auto Owners, etc., and attorneys representing the clients. • Specialization in low slope roofing systems. • Primary inspection work in Western and North Central United States territory, including California, Montana, South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Minnesota. • Maintain detailed expense reporting. Show less

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  Walter P Moore

  Feb 2024 - now

  Enclosure Consultant - Diagnostics