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Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

July 8, 2013 Hiring Manager of Design Build Firm San Antonio, TX Dear Sir/Madam, As a recent Texas-certified architect with over 10 years of experience in project architect and management positions, it is with excitement that I submit my resume for consideration for Design Build Architect position advertised on the Archinect website. My availability is immediate as I am recent, permanent transplant to San Antonio from the Pacific Northwest. Your firm is exactly what I’m looking for as it joins my desire to work in a fast-paced, smaller office.

Your firm would benefit from an individual who can effectively lead teams and provide the flexibility and versatility needed for your small-scale urban infill and residential projects. I have a proven history of doing just this in my previous positions with small to mid-size firms and the types of custom residential and commercial projects you specialize in. With my management and technological skills, I can be an immediate resource as I have a considerable background managing computers/software in architectural offices.

My resume illustrates specific examples of my architectural knowledge, technical qualifications, and management experience. Thank you for reviewing the enclosed resume and work examples, and I look forward to setting up a meeting to discuss in greater detail how I can benefit your firm.

Sincerely yours,

Richard D. Cotton, AIA, NCARB Attachment: Resume and Work Examples

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732 406.270.9286

CAREER PROFILE Texas-registered and licensed architect with over 25 years of experience in the field and over 10 years of experience in project architect and management roles.

Fluent in AutoCAD 2013, Photoshop CS, and Windows/Mac 2010 Office Suites; Revit 2012 and SketchUp 8.0 knowledgeable.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team and in many different capacities; wide management experience in large firms. Seeking to utilize my leadership skills and architectural experience in a project architect role with a firm that rewards hard work and good results.

Alamo Heights, TX 78209 rick.cotton@yahoo.com

AREAS OF STRENGTH AND EXPERTISE Project Management Written and Oral Communication Skills Collaborative and Professional Work Ethic

Texas Licensed Architect Commercial, Retail, Corporate and Multi-Family AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop

Flexible and Versatile Timelines and Budgets Information and Communication Flow

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ALSC Architects-Spokane, WA Project Architect/IT Manager

March 1999-March 2012

Led teams of interns and interior designers on office, K-12 and sports facility projects.

Trained employees regularly on numerous software updates including AutoCAD and Photoshop. As part of my IT role, developed new policies and budget proposals as well as provided efficient and timely user support on IT systems as needed.

Selected Accomplishments:   

Managed a team for a Coldwater Creek call center that came in on budget and ontime.

Oversaw a team for remodel projects for a local school district.

Wrote, organized, and presented training curricula to a staff of 45 while incurring minimal financial and manpower costs.

Faust Howell Associates-Omaha, NE Project Architect/IT Specialist

March 1998-February 1999

Led architectural teams on multiple retail projects. Assisted in research to conform to state architectural standards for daycare centers located in multiple states, including Texas.

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Served as project architect for Fantasy’s Convenience Store/Gas Station/A&W QSR in Omaha, two Succesories retail locations in Omaha and Des Moines, IA, and a Hallmark retail location in Omaha.

Oversaw development of prototypical plans and elevations for The Goddard School, a national franchise daycare client.

Managed the office server and the 13-computer network; administered internet/email access.

Miller Stauffer Architects, P.A.-Coeur d’Alene, ID Project Architect/IT Specialist

EDUCATION Washington State University, College of Engineering and Architecture, Pullman, WA Bachelor of Architecture

September 1992-February 1998

Led architectural teams, and worked independently, on a variety of multi-family, residential, retail, medical, non-profit and public sector projects. Interacted closely with consultants and contractors through every project.

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Managed St. Vincent de Paul Homeless Shelter project on a very challenging site, the North Idaho College Computer Services Center project and a Tri-State Outfitters retail project.

Oversaw the construction of a 130-unit apartment complex with clubhouse & pool.

Collaborated on many high-end custom residential projects sited on waterfront properties.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Applied Materials-Kalispell, MT April 2012-March 2013 Engineering Designer  Learned a completely new CAD program (Pro/Engineer Wildfire 4.0) in two weeks through self-study.  Part of a team that laid out virtual semiconductor tools for worldwide customers.  Interacted with leads on the production floor to resolve component conflicts during manufacturing.

Mithun Partners, Inc-Seattle, WA Architect  Co-led a team for a 68-unit multi-family development.  Co-led a team for the Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club planned unit development.  Independently prepared documents for multiple Eddie Bauer retail store locations.

Baylis Brand Wagner Architects-Bellevue, WA Intern Architect  Part of a project team on multiple custom residential projects.  Lead a production team and consultant coordination for a 3-building, high-end corporate office park.  Worked on several high-end multi-family projects.  Generated initial office CAD standards.

CERTIFICATIONS Texas: 23521 Nebraska: A2864 Idaho: AR-2157 Washington: 6137 NCARB, Certificate No. 46338 Certified Technology Specialist (audio/visual)

References & Portfolio Available Upon Request

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

Cullen Residence Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Magnuson Residence Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Credit: Miller Stauffer Architects

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

Clockwise: North Idaho College Day Care Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Harding Center, North Idaho College Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Unity Church Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Capone’s Pub & Grill Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Walker Law Offices Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Credit: Miller Stauffer Architects

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

I-90 Corporate Center/Costco Headquarters Offices A three-story, post-tensioned concrete building with 112,500 SF mixed-use development in Issaquah, WA. Three wings radiate from a large, skylighted central atrium. The building shape bends around a man-made lake, which serves as a landscape feature and drainage control.

Credit: Baylis Brand Wagner Architects

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

Plaza at Yarrow Bay 300,000 SF of office space in four buildings, ranging from three to five stories, with approximately 75% of the parking provided in under-building structures. Due to the site's environmentally sensitive location adjacent to Lake Washington, 66 of its 88 acres were maintained as wetlands dedicated to the City of Kirkland, WA.

Credit: Baylis Brand Wagner Architects

Richard D. Cotton, AIA PO Box 6732

Alamo Heights, TX 78209

406.270.9286

rick.cotton@yahoo.com

Coldwater Creek Call Center Project Size: 58,000 s.f.

Project Cost: $5,300,000 Location: Coeur d’Alene, ID

Credit: ALSC Architects