JACOB DALE JACOB@BIM.NYC
A creative problem solver that enjoys working with teams to build core enthusiasm and conquer challenging production goals.
EXPERIENCE Project Manager & Designer
Architectural Designer
Project Manager
Kostow Greenwood Architects New York, NY
Seidel + Associates Architecture San Antonio, TX
Blufish Planning and Design Studio Austin, TX
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2013 to Present (1.75 YEARS)
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Sirius XM Satellite Radio Project Architect for the renovation of headquarters in Rockefeller Center. Managed the preparation of CDs, DOB filing, and CA. Designed custom furniture and fixtures. The Brooklyn Tabernacle Project Manager of FAR study to define air rights transfer to property developers. Manhattan Neighborhood Network Construction Administrator for the full renovation of headquarters offices from DOB filing through punch-list completion. Attend industry events to develop new business opportunities
2011 to 2013 (2 YEARS)
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Assisted Donald Seidel, R.A. in all facets of commercial and residential architecture practice. Design partner in the 11,000 SF San Antonio Zootennial Restaurant project. Participated in all project phases including: weekly client meetings, conceptual & preliminary design, design development, interior design, FF&E, construction documents, permitting, and RFIs. Attended industry events to develop new business opportunities
2006 to 2007 (1.5 YEARS)
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Directly assisted the Principal Designer in all facets of the design process. Managed construction documents for Taylor Morrison Homes, Armadillo Homes, and several custom homebuilders. Coordinated all portfolio changes and updates for Taylor Morrison Homes. Deciphered plan portfolio compatibility with subdivision plats. Represented clients and home builders in design charettes. Attended industry events to develop new business opportunities
Founding Partner & Project Manager
Project Manager
Carpenter
2005 to 2006 (1 YEAR)
2005 (1 YEAR)
Roscoe Properties Austin, TX
Corea Design-Build Austin, TX
Driftwood Designs Boerne, TX
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2004 (1 YEAR)
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Co-founded a real estate management company to acquire, renovate, leaseup and sell a portfolio of 17 multi-family properties. Performed all Construction Administration duties on capital improvement projects. Managed lease-up promotional events. Coordinated daily business operations of property management services. Attended industry events to develop new business opportunities.
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Consulted with clients in design and project-scope meetings. Created design and construction documents for client and DOB approvals. Managed bidding and scheduling process with contractors. Performed all Construction Administration duties on residential projects. Attended Green Building Industry events to develop new business opportunities.
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Apprenticed with a Master Carpenter. Constructed a 3,000 SF single-family home. Fabricated and installed 2,000 SF wood floor from reclaimed cypress structural beams. Interior finish-out construction of commercial tenant spaces. Refurbished 100+ year-old hardwood floors.
Competitor Solar Decathlon 2005
Stage Technician, Rigger, Carpenter
Assistant Technical Director Summer Internship On Tour
University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX
University of Texas Erwin Center for Performing Arts Austin, TX
Spectrum Staging Minneapolis, MN
2004 to 2005 (1.5 YEARS)
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2004 to 2010 (6 YEARS)
Dedicated evenings and weekends to fabricate a modular solar powered • house. Outran a massive impending hurricane to ship out house modules 48 hours ahead of schedule. • Travelled to the National Mall in Washington, DC to reassemble the house • and claim 4th Place in international competition against 18 collegiate teams.
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Constructed concert and event staging for music artists: Tool, Dolly Parton, Kanye West, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and other touring acts. Placed rigging points and steel at 110 foot trim above venue floor. Operated heavy machinery for the assembly of stage elements.
2003 (4 MONTHS)
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Operated Titan 5040, the world’s largest mobile stage. Directed crews of stage technicians in the assembly of concert staging for outdoor music festivals featuring: Bob Dylan, The Wall Flowers, R.E.M., Modest Mouse, Pat Benatar, and other touring acts. Commanded and controlled heavy machinery for the transport and asembly of modular staging units.
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INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT
Vectorworks User Group Leader- New York City as of December 2014 Vectorworks User Group Co-Host- San Antonio, TX from 2011 to 2013
EDUCATION Masterʼs Degree in Architecture (M.Arch III)
Honors High School Diploma
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (BFA)
Eagle Scout Rank
Graduated May 2013 University of Texas School of Architecture San Antonio, TX Technical Design for the Stage Graduated December 2003 Texas State University School of Theatre San Marcos, TX
specialization in Architectural Drafting Technology Graduated May 1999 Science Academy of South Texas Mercedes, TX Boy Scouts of America- 1999 9 years of extensive leadership, community service, teamwork, skill building, emergency preparedness, and wilderness survival training.
CONTINUING EDUCATION Grow Symposium
Rhinoceros 3D & Grasshopper Essential Training
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November 2014 AIA New York City
An all-day symposium geared toward emerging leaders seeking inspiration and knowledge in the architecture industry. The symposium focused on succeeding in a start-up firm and what skills are needed to advance within firms. Subjects included: Business Development, Business Structure, Financial Management, Managing Personnel, and Presentation Skills.
Revit Architecture Essential Training July 2014 Microdesk New York City •
3-day intensive training on: setting up a new building information model; create a basic floor plan; work with basic architectural elements, create section and elevation views; add annotations including dimensions, text, tags, schedules, legends, and keynotes; and share designs by plotting finished drawings, managing revisions, and creating visualizations like walkthroughs and renderings.
May 2012 TEX FAB 3.0 San Antonio, TX
2-day intensive lectures & workshop in digital fabrication utilizing Rhino and Grasshopper.
Advanced Watercolor Painting Scholarship (30 hrs) Spring 2011 Southwest School of Arts San Antonio, TX •
Improved watercolor painting skills using ‘wet-on-wet’ techniques.
AutoCAD 2007 Advanced Training August 2006 Austin Community College- Austin, TX •
3-day Intensive AutoDesk Certified Training
AutoCAD 2006 Fundamentals Training June 2005 Austin Community College- Austin, TX •
5-day Intensive AutoDesk Certified Training
OTHER EDUCATION Scenic Artists Training Cobalt Studios- White Lake, NY November 2007 “Painting Interior Marble Finishes” with Rachel Keebler • week-long intensive seminar on the art of “Beerglazing” using pure pigment, beer, and shellac to achieve realistic faux finishes.
Scenic Artists Training Cobalt Studios- White Lake, NY December 2007 “Furnishing Your Backdrop” with Susan Crabtree • week-long intensive seminar on techniques for rendering backdrops and infusing them with depth and light.
OTHER EXPERIENCE Architectural Tour Boat Guide 2010 to 2012 (2 YEARS) Rio San Antonio Cruises San Antonio, TX
Scenic Artist 2008 State Theatre of Alabama Montgomery, AL
Artisan 2008 In Your Space Collaborative Arts Austin, TX
Scenic Charge Artist 2008 Zach Scott Theatre Austin, TX
Scenic Artist 2008 University of Texas Performing Arts Center Austin, TX
Photography Assistant 2008 Spirit Essence Photography Nationwide Tour
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Scenic Painting Teacher’s Assistant & Scene Shop Assistant Fall & Spring 2003 Texas State University- San Marcos, TX
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