October 21, 2011 Dear Sir/Madam, My name is Nicolas Martinez; I am a architectural designer with two years of experience looking for an intern architect position. I graduated with honors from, Los Andes University in Bogota, Colombia in May 2009 with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture. Since my early days as an architecture student, I have had the opportunity to be a part of many architectural projects in the United States and Colombia. From this experience I have learned how to analyze existing buildings and sites, conceptualize architectural projects with a sustainable approach, develop architectural design drawings and produce code complying construction documentation. My most valuable quality is my passion to solve problems, which is also my motivation to be constantly improving my skills. I am aware of the difficulties our society faces, and I recognize the LEED Rating System and Building Information Modeling as great revolutionary tools available to help us overcome these challenges. For this reason, I prepared and received the LEED GA accreditation on January 15, 2011, as well as Autodesk Revit Architecture 2010 Professional Certification on February 5, 2010. I am eager to learn, able to adjust to your firm's standards, and I am willing to work hard to contribute to your firm's design process. Certainly this will allow me to grow as a professional and continue with my Intern Developing Program. Enclosed you will find a brief version of my resume and portfolio; please contact me if you have any questions or if you're interested in meeting with me to discuss in greater detail my skills and background. I look forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance for your consideration. Best Regards, Nicolas Martinez Boston Metro Area Phone: 617-417-0503 Email: nicolasmartinezmorad@hotmail.com
EDUCATION & LICENSURE: LEED GA Accreditation 01/15/2011 Revit Architecture 2010 Professional Certification 02/05/2010 Licensed Architect, Colombia 7/02/2009 Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá Colombia 05/09 Bachelors of Architecture. Graduated with honors. T.O.E.F.L. certification received for English proficiency. 01/09 Study Abroad- English Language Center, Boston 02/06-07/06 English language coursework. SKILLS: Sustainable design and environmental practices - Schematic design, design development and construction documentation - Computer Aided Design and Building Information Modeling - Renderings, animations and sunlight analysis - Physical modeling - Hand sketching - Building construction and construction management - Work well with clients across commercial, residential, and public sectors - Knowledge of International and American unit systems - Bilingual (English and Spanish). Computer & software: Autodesk AutoCAD 2D & 3D - Autodesk Revit Architecture (Advanced with professional certification) - Autodesk 3D Max - Autodesk Ecotect - Autodesk Vasari - Sketchup - Adobe Photoshop - Microsoft Office. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell, Westford MA 07/2011 - Present Planning Coordinator - Project Designer - Construction Supervisor Responsible for the design of 9 residential homes in Lowell, MA (Project at design development phase) - Coordinate an urban revitalization program - Produced construction documentation drawings for a commercial store renovation in Billerica, MA. Habitat for Humanity NCM, Fitchburg MA 2011 Residential Design - Sterling, MA - Project Designer Responsible for the design of a two bedroom, energy efficient home in Sterling MA. (Project under construction) Phoenix Architects, Wakefield, MA 07/2010-06/2011 Multiple Residential Projects - Intern Architect Performed site visits to produce analysis of the site and existing building - Created as built plans from field measurements - Created architectural drawings from red lines and sketches - Produced construction documentation drawings for residential permit application. Client: DeFranco Family, 2011; Back Yard Renovation - Townsend, MA - Project Designer, Construction Worker Client: Ciersky Family, 2011; Back Yard Renovation - Northport, NY - Project Designer Client: Riley Family, 2011; Residential Design - Readfield, ME - Project Designer Client: Osbahr Family, 2010; Residential Design - Nahant, MA - Project Designer Client: Pilar Morad S en C, 2010; Farm House - Cartagena, Col. - Project Designer Client: Mario Kure, 2009; Office Renovation - Barranquilla, Col. - Project Designer Architect: Tatiana Paz, 2008; Elevated Walkway - Casuarito, Col. - Project Designer Architect: Javier Amador 2006; Residential Renovation - Brookline, MA - Construction Supervisor, Project Designer VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Habitat for Humanity NCM, Fitchburg MA 2011 Residential Renovation - Lancaster MA - Project Designer Performed site visits to produce analysis of the site and existing building - Created as built and architectural drawings- Produced construction documentation drawings with energy saving specifications to ensure eligibility for the Massachusetts Home Energy Retrofit Program.
TABLE OF CONTENTS: ACADEMIC PROJECTS: 1- HOTEL IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA 2- PARK IN MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA 3- COMMUNITY CENTER IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA - THESIS PROJECT 4- ELEVATED WALKWAY IN CASUARITO, COLOMBIA 5- FARM HOUSE IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA 6- BACK YARD RENOVATION IN TOWNSEND, MA 7- VACATION HOUSE IN READING, ME 8- RESIDENTIAL DESIGN IN LANCASTER, MA 9- BACK YARD RENOVATION IN NORTHPORT, NY 10- RESIDENTIAL DESIGN IN STERLING, MA
ACADEMIC PROJECTS: HOTEL IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA
ACADEMIC PROJECTS: PARK IN MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA
ACADEMIC PROJECTS: COMMUNITY CENTER IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA - THESIS PROJECT
ACADEMIC PROJECTS: COMMUNITY CENTER IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA - THESIS PROJECT
ELEVATED WALKWAY IN CASUARITO, COLOMBIA
FARM HOUSE IN CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA
BACK YARD RENOVATION IN TOWNSEND, MA
VACATION HOUSE IN READING, ME
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY NCM RESIDENTIAL DESIGN IN LANCASTER, MA
BACKY ARD RENOVATION IN NORTHPORT, NY
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY NCM RESIDENTIAL DESIGN IN STERLING, MA