EDUCATION
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
2008.09 - 2014.06
- Graduated with Bachelor of Architecture professional degree, magna cum laude.
- Recipient of University President’s Full Tuition Grant based on academic merit.
- Full-time student for first 2 years of program, part-time student while working as architectural intern for last 4 years of program.
Donegal High School
Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, USA
2004.08 - 2008.06
- Valedictorian.
- Member of academic honor societies: National Honors Society, Math Honors Society, Tri-M Music Honors Society.
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Passivhaus Designer
Passivhaus Institute, Germany
2017.02
- Training in holistic design of buildings that demonstrate high performance, low energy
use, and occupant health both on paper and in the final product. - Completed institute certified training course and practical examination.
Registered Architect
Pennsylvania State Architects Licensure Board, USA
2015.12
- Completed 3 years worth of required professional experience through all stages of
architectural professional practice. - Completed series of 7 examinations covering design, systems, and construction.
- Additional certification by National Council of Architecture Registration Board (NCARB)
EMPLOYMENT
Design Manager, Architect: Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
2020.02 - Current
- Management and execution of In-House design projects as well as directing of contracted A-E teams in order to meet mission objectives of numerous commands within the DoD.
- Project Types: Residential, Historic, Airfield, Emergency Response, Secure Spaces.
- Tasks: Design/Documentation, Scope / Schedule / Cost Definition, Contracts, Negotiations.
Project Architect: Voith & Mactavish Architects
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
2018.02 - 2020.02
- Architect on $30 million 60,000 sf new construction business school expansion. Responsible for code analysis, exterior envelope detailing, and coordination of structural & MEP systems.
- Architect on $5 million 25,000 sf renovation and improvements to historic church campus youth education building. Design and coordination of new addition vestibule, porch, elevator, and classroom configuration for accessibility throughout the church campus.
- Architect on $2 million 8,000 sf private residence. Coordination of project through design, documentation, and construction with owner, contractor, and consulting engineers.
- Architect on $15 million 100,000 sf renovations and additions to multiple buildings on historic private school campus. Integration of new construction with existing historic conditions. Ongoing construction management, site visits, and resolution of field issues.
- Project Types: Primary Education, Higher Education, Private Residential, Recreation, Historic.
- Tasks: Design/Documentation, Detailing, Construction, Code, Specifications, Surveying.
Designer: Green Unit
Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK
2017.01 - 2017.12
- Production of prefabricated, modular, high performance buildings.
- Designer and detailer for components and assembly of prototype $450,000 1,200 sf building configuration to be used in speculative family holiday resort development.
- Planning, coordination, and implementation of BIM to optimize design, costing, quantities, fabrication, and production processes for 20 different building component types.
- Project Types: Residential, Hospitality, Office, Prefab, Self-Build.
- Tasks: Construction Detailing, Building Configurations, Production Processes.
Architect: Venturi Scott Brown & Associates
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
2013.08 - 2016.09
- Designer on $32 million 100,000 sf health & civic center through all project phases. Managed documents, construction administration, submittals, inspections, and field issues. LEED Silver Certification and recipient of ULI Philadelphia Willard Rouse Award 2017.
- Lead designer on $6.5 million 70 ft span civic vehicle & pedestrian bridge. Coordinated designs, specifications, and pricing with government, consultants, vendors, and owners.
- Managed preparation, transition, development of standards, coordination with consultants, and staff education for implementation of office BIM documentation.
- Project Types: Civic, Health Care, Academic, Historic Renovation, Master Planning.
- Tasks: Design/Documentation, Specifications, Construction, Surveying, Signage, Renders.
Lighting Designer: BEAM ltd
Glenside, Pennsylvania, USA
2014.09 - 2015.04
- Independent consultant to the firm for lighting design and residential architectural projects.
- Managed development of standards and education for transition to office BIM production.
- Project Types: Academic, Hospitality, Private Residential, Exterior Lighting, Interior Design.
- Tasks: Documentation, Presentations, Renderings, Hand Drawing.
Lighting Designer: The Lighting Practice
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
2011.02 - 2013.08
- Team member on comprehensive lighting for new $80 million 53,000 sf religious complex. Integration of lighting in ornate traditional building features. Recipient of ICAA Philadelphia Award for Contemporary Classicism 2016.
- Team member on comprehensive lighting for new construction $250 million 350,000 sf casino complex. Recipient of IES Philadelphia Philament Award 2015.
- Daylighting calculations for new $150 million 205,000 sf pharmaceutical offices, lighting consumes 25% less power than allowed by code, LEED Platinum for Core/Shell and Interior.
- Assisted with developing standards and education for office BIM implementation.
- Project Types: Academic, Office, Health Care, Religious, Retail, Hospitality.
- Tasks: Design/Documentation, Mock-Ups, Calculations, Specifications, Pricing, Controls.
SKILLS
Advanced
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- SketchUp
- Rhino/Grasshopper
- Model Making
Skilled
- Sketching
- 3DS Max
- Solidworks
- AGI32 Lighting
- 3d Printing
- Building Surveys
- German Language
Proficient
- ComCheck
- Dreamweaver
- Photography
- QGIS
- PHPP (Passivhaus Planning Package)
AWARDS & ACTIVITIES
NAVFAC Washington Architect of the Year
2024
- Recognition from command leadership for achievement in role as Architect and Design Manager. Selected from among all Architects, Interior Designers, and Landscape Architects in the Washington DC region.
NAVFAC Special Service, Performance, and On-the-Spot Awards
2021-Current
- Merit awards per supervisor recommendation based on annual workplace performance.
Waterfront Church DC
2019-Current
- Assist with design review and construction administration for building renovation.
- Volunteer for Night to Shine DC, a prom style event serving people with special needs.
Manor Township Farm Historical Buildings Survey
2019-Current
- Documented family farm buildings for use in maintenance, renovations, & future construction. See personal projects page for more information.
Private Residence Master Bathroom & Laundry Room Renovation
2018-Current
- Survey, design, & coordination to renovate spare rooms into functional space for owner. See personal projects page for more information.
SPAB - Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings: Member, Volunteer
2017-Current
- UK-based organization focused on authentic historical building conservation and preservation.
- Participated in 2017 annual preservation Working Party, which focused on repairing the Lumsdale Mill in Derbyshire, England, UK. Preservation techniques utilized include masonry pointing, wall soft-capping, slate roofing, and hot-mix lime mortar mixing.
Habitat for Humanity
2015-2016
- reStore Donation Center Volunteer: Volunteer work for local branch of the charity organization. Consisted of organization, customer assistance, and unloading of material in furniture and homegoods warehouse.
- Home Restoration Volunteer: Volunteer construction and maintenance work for charity organization in historic homes.
Community Design Collaborative
2015.08
Michael Pearson Architecture Thesis Prize, Finalist
2014.05
- Competition for Drexel University senior architecture capstone design projects.
Drexel University Barcelona Architectural Study Abroad
2013.09
- Recipient of Robert Ennis & Paul Hirshorn Travel Scholarships
- Participated in semester-long study of Catalonian culture, history, and architecture culminating in 2 week tour.
- Emphasis on observational sketching and intensive research paper about a specific building's role in Catalonian history.
Drexel University Swarthmore Passive House Team
2013.06
- Student team member, studied methods for energy modeling, data analysis, and construction.
- Special topics seminar.
Drexel University Men’s Varsity Rowing
2008-2012
- Qualified with team for IRA National Championship Regatta.
- Recipient of Philadelphia All-Area Academic Team award in 2012.
Boy Scouts of America
2008.02
REFERENCES
References are available upon request
