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Christopher (Chris) Roger Collins

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Objective To obtain a full-time position that provides me the opportunity to contribute my skills and advance my knowledge of the architectural profession.
Education
Masters in Architecture, 2005  
Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX         
Cumulative GPA: 3.75 (4.0 scale)
Deans List 2003 - 2004		 Fall 98 – Fall 99  Spring 02 – Fall 05
Pan American University, Edinburg, TX       Spring 00 – Fall 01
Nikki Rowe High School, McAllen, TX          Graduated 1998
Professional Experience

Intern Architect
Mata Villarreal & Garcia Design Group, McAllen, TX  
Apr. 2000- Dec. 2001,  Summers 2003 – 05, March 2006 - Present

  • Design team leader on multiple educational facilities of varying scale and complexity
  • Develop working relationship with clients from programming phase  through project closeout
  • Responsible for all project research and development
  • Prepare construction documents using AutoCAD 2000
  • Coordinate with Civil, MEP, and Structural engineers
  • Assist in preparation of project specifications
  • Prepare Addendums on projects during the bidding period
  • Attend jobsite meetings on a weekly basis to ensure adherence to Construction Documents
  • Review and correct submittals and shop drawings
  • Prepare ASI’s as well as review and analyze cost proposals
  • Prepare project presentations for client meetings
  • Create formal project presentations to clients using combinations of AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop, Illustrator and Power Point

Shop Assistant
Texas Tech College of Architecture, Lubbock, TX  
Fall 2004 – Fall 2005

  • Assist architecture students in production of models and furniture
  • Responsible for student instruction and safety
  • Responsible for shop detail and upkeep

Architectural Designer
LHG General Contractors, Lubbock, TX
May 2002 – August 2002

  • Designed and prepared construction documents for small projects including a 3,500 sq. ft. home
  • Field experience with site surveying and analysis

Part Time Intern
City of McAllen, Architecture Department, McAllen, TX
May 1999 – August 1999

  • Helped Design and Draw Bus Turnouts in the city of McAllen
  • Documented existing buildings for renovation
IDP and ARE Testing To date, I have Completed six of the seven A.R.E. Exams, and have completed all of the credits required by the Internship Development Program (IDP)
Interests and Skills
  • PC Skills with AutoCAD 2002, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3dStudio VIZ, Sketchup 7, and MS Word
  • Working understanding of furniture design, detailing and construction
  • Enjoy woodworking, motorcycles, hunting, fishing, and barbecue competitions
  • Interests in architectural history and philosophy
References

Martin Espinosa
Construction Manager for Brownsville I.S.D.
(956) 545-4747

Martha McClain
Office of Community Affairs City of San Benito
(956) 361-3804 ext. 301

Lisandro Ramon
Construction Manager for San Benito I.S.D.
(956) 357-2771

Gary Smith, AIA
Master Design Studio, Instructor
TTU College of Architecture
(806) 742-3136 ext. 279

Hector Garcia
Architect / Mentor
Mata+Garcia Architects
(956) 631-1945