Résumé
Edvin V. Mertdogan, AIA
Architecture and Project Administration
**Samples of my work are for reference only**
Edvin V. Mertdogan
16460 Boardwalk Terrace
Orland Hills, IL 60487
(708) 460-9098
emertdogan@yahoo.com
Objective
To contribute to and grow with a progressive organization by applying my extensive technical knowledge and project management experience in the field of architecture and construction.
Skills
• Revit; AutoCAD; SketchUp, Photoshop; MS Projects; MS Office Suite
• Submittal Exchange & Greengrade (submittal management tools)
• Configuring efficient space plans; modeling in Revit and SketchUp
• Reliable and creative solutions to design challenges
• Schedule-oriented organization for project deadlines
• Efficient focus on project coordination
• Prompt and flexible attention to client’s needs
Work History
Jan. 2011 to Present
Architect Team Member, JMA Architects, South Holland, Illinois
Performed field surveys; produced design drawings and construction documents for K-8 school expansions and remodeling in a project-team environment; processed submittals, ASI's, RFI's, and RFP's, using Submittal Exchange and LEED forms using Greengrade/LEED Online. Major clients include Posen-Robbins School District 143-1/2, South Holland School District 151, and Hazel Crest School District 152-1/2.
Sep. 2010 to Jan. 2014
Architect/Owner, Westwind Architects, Orland Hills, Illinois
Managed and organized this business start-up for small creative residential design projects.
Nov. 2010 to Jan. 2011
Architect, Olivieri Brothers Inc, Frankfort, Illinois
Performed field surveys and produced permit drawings for warehouse remodeling and a sales office build-out.
Aug. 2004 to Dec. 2009
Licensed Project Architect, Robert Juris & Associates Architects Ltd., Frankfort, Illinois
Performed a full range of architectural services for remodeling residential, corporate, educational, municipal, and commercial properties. Prepared designs, working drawings, and specifications. Developed relationships with clients leading to rapid and accurate completion of projects to clients’ satisfaction. Major clients included DeVry University and TJX retail stores.
Oct. 2001 to May 2004
Architectural Intern/Production Team, Arcon Associates Inc., Lombard, Illinois
Performed field surveys for school remodeling and life safety upgrades. Prepared designs, cost estimates, working drawings, project manuals and specifications for public bidding. Provided construction administration and coordination between school districts and contractors for remodeling projects. Major clients included Community Consolidated School District 93, Carol Stream, IL; Riverside Brookfield High School District 208, Riverside, IL; Triton College, River Grove, IL; and the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Aug. 1994 to Aug. 2001
Architectural Project Manager, Panduit Corp., Tinley Park, Illinois
Progressed from a construction supervisor to an architectural project manager for this global manufacturer of wiring and communications products. Successfully managed building expansions and interior remodeling projects throughout more than two million square feet of facilities. Developed corporate expansion plans for existing and new facilities. Designed Master Facility Plans for worldwide locations. Inspected, selected, and advised on office property acquisition throughout the United States.
Education
Master of Architecture - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Licenses
Professional Organizations
· American Institute of Architects, Eastern Illinois Chapter:
AIA Illinois Council Alternate Delegate 2012-2014
Treasurer-2015; President-2010; Vice President-2009; Secretary-2008; Director- 2007
· U.S. Green Building Council, Illinois Chapter – Member