Stephanie Aranda

Experience

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  Washingtonian Interiors

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2010

  Design Intern

  - Responsible for picking out fabrics for new projects.- Research - Ordered materials on a daily basis- Maintained an organized resource library.

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  Focus: Architecture + Design

  Mar 2011 - Jan 2022

  As a designer my role is to meet the needs of the client/end user by enhancing all aspects of the space, including color, lighting, textures, furniture, and the spatial relationships.My responsibilities include:- Surveys- Meeting with clients- Design Development- Space Planning- Construction Drawings- Creating Color Palettes / Schemes- Assisting with Furniture Selections- Finish Boards / Digital Boards- Submittals- Punch- Lists- Training Interns, etc Show less

  • Senior Interior Designer

    Aug 2011 - Jan 2022

  • Design Intern/Office Administrator

    Mar 2011 - Aug 2011
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  Grant Leading Technology, LLC

  Jan 2022 - Jun 2024

  Senior Designer/Consultant

  As a Senior Designer/Consultant at GLT, I oversaw a team of intermediate and junior designers. I provided quality control on all deliverables, prepared and presented project status to team leads, ensured all projects were turned in on time to Lead Designers/Project Managers, helped determine staffing needs, review/prepare and presented construction and furniture and finish drawings/packages, and most importantly helped my team on their personal and professional growth.Responsibilities included:- Coordination of deadlines and design schedules- Oversight of projects from kick-off to completion- Development of Blocking Plans / Test-fits / Concept Plans / FF&F / Design Development - Site Surveys / Design Intent Drawings / Construction Administration / Review of Construction & MEP drawings- Review of furniture packages and quotes- Construction & Furniture Punch Walks Show less

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  Federal Aviation Administration

  Jun 2024 - now

  Design Project Manager

  As a Design Project Manager, I implement design project plans, define project timelines, lead presentations with Stakeholders and resolve changes in scope, issues and risks that affect project implementation. I am responsible for guiding a team of designers to meet the overall objectives of both Headquarter and Regional projects and provide quality control throughout the lifecycle of all projects ensuring they adhere to agency standards.• Manage all aspects of the design process, including presentations and clarify project scope and deliverables with stakeholders• Understanding of development, review, and construction administration of construction documents, specifications, finishes, furniture, vendor quotes and processes • Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud, CAP2020/Visual Impressions/Microsoft Office, etc• Provide on-the-job mentorship/training to direct reports and junior team members• Track projects against established schedules, budget, manpower and technical quality targets• Provide overall direction for multiple projects concurrently while delivering expectations with different timelines• Coordinate directly with external consultants as required to complete projects (architectural/mechanical/electrical/structural/environmental, etc) Show less