Hi, I'm Gus.
From searching for materials in dumpsters to build skateboard ramps as a kid, to building new homes, additions, and new floors in high end residential projects, to designing spaces for the next great restaurants; I have always had a passion for construction and our built environment.
With over ten years of experience in construction, two of which have been dedicated to CAD/BIM design, my expertise spans various software including Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Chief Architect, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.
Known for being easy-going, hardworking, and friendly. My passion for problem-solving drives me to maximize efficiency. A highly self-directed and motivated individual, I thrive in both independent and team settings, consistently seeking innovative solutions to challenges.
Beyond my professional endeavors in Carpentry and Architecture, I am self-taught in a wide range of skills and hobbies, proficient in musical instruments, passionate about painting, drawing and the fine arts, and adept in auto/motorcycle mechanics, gardening, cooking, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Continuously pursuing new skills and knowledge, I have a proven track record of rapid learning and adaptation.
Resume
4Site Advisors, Centennial CO
Architectural Designer 1
JULY 2022 - AUGUST 2023
PROGRAMS USED
Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam
ACHIEVEMENTS
Worked on multiple projects from Design Development to Construction Administration. Through utilization of my previous construction experience I was able to verify the viability of many design choices and draft construction details as effectively as my senior colleagues. I was also instrumental in developing graphic styles within the company based on my own experience of reading plans and desiring more clarity. The principal architect frequently used me to aide in design and development of some of his smaller side-projects, and I was regularly consulted regarding designs for our primary projects.
TASK OVERVIEW
Tenant Improvement
Restaurants
Youth swim school chain
Full CD sets
Shell modeling
Collaborating with MEP designers
Shop drawings
Coordinating with suppliers
Site visits/owner's rep,
Original Roots Design and Build, Denver CO
Lead Carpenter/Draftsman
APRIL 2018 - JULY 2022
ACHIEVEMENTS
While working both in-office and on-site, I was able to bridge the gap between carpenters and the designers which led to more effective idea sharing and problem solving between the two main facets of the company. Additionally I established great relationships with clients and would assist them to make design changes on the fly when disconnects occurred between the plans and the execution.
TASK OVERVIEW - DRAFTSMAN
Drawing as-builts in Chief Architect from field measurements
Trained directly under Senior Designer
TASK OVERVIEW - CARPENTER
High-end Residential Remodeling/additions/poptops
Demo
Framing
Windows/Doors
Custom trim/Built-ins
Cabinet construction and installation
Flatwork
Light electrical
Managing/Training junior colleagues
Coordinating subcontractors
Education
CEU San Pablo,
Madrid Spain
Bachelors in Architecture
SEPTEMBER 2024-Current
Arapahoe Community College,
Littleton CO
Associate Applied Science - Pre-architecture/CAD Drafting
JANUARY 2021-JUNE 2023
Completed program. For this degree I studied mathematics, Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, basic Python, and introductory architectural design principles.