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Elaine Bright, AIA LEED AP

Nashville, TN 37204 615.292.3053 elainebright@bellsouth.net

ARCHITECTURAL COUNSULTING SERVICES OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE

Business Objective Provide the best solutions thru design, details, and management. Allow those who live, work, play or travel thru spaces to experience a comfortable and inviting feeling as they unknowingly interact with Architecture. All this, while maintaining highest quality projects for the least expense while maintaining the shortest project schedule possible. Skills Adept knowledge of how to assist Owners from the conception phase of a building program until the Owner takes occupancy. Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve the Owners goals by completing projects in a timely manner and within the specified budget. Found to be Self Motivated, Reliable and Responsible. Remains calm under pressure. Works alone or as part of a team. Grasps technical matters quickly. Versatile and willing to try new approaches. Selected Accomplishments Initiated web conferencing to coordinate projects for CFP Group, saving clients $20K in expenses. Created award-winning project management system to reduce change orders for Hart Freeland Roberts. Led one year, multi-state development of $50M commercial facilities for Hart Freeland Roberts. Reduced construction phases at veterans hospital allowing laboratory to remain operational Presentation and Design: Prepared and presented designs to clients through presentation boards, models, and booklets. Specialization in government, assisted living and healthcare facility design. Codes: Extensive experience working with reviewing agencies in various states throughout the U.S. Project Management: Capable of Multi-tasking to keep multiple projects in different phases on track while keeping support staff on task. Ability to get things done quickly. Action oriented. Effective at organizing labor. Operations oriented and persistent. Highly organized. Responsible for budgeting and scheduling. Construction Documents: Demonstrated ability to coordinate and complete documents on time and in budget. Knowledge of Master-Spec and cost estimating. Construction Administration: Oversaw all aspects of bidding/negotiation and construction administration phases including addendums, shop drawing reviews, pay request reviews, change orders, field reports, and Owner/Contractor disputes. Found to be a Troubleshooter/Problem solver. Client Relationships: Successfully communicated and worked with clients to continue repeat business. Computers: AutoCad, Revit (BIM) and various Microsoft applications Registration Professional Architect in Tennessee Certification National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Leed: Accredited Professional (AP) Affiliations American Institute of Architects, Middle TN, former Board Director Metro Stormwater Committee, Appointed by Mayor Love Helps, inc., President Avalon Neighborhood Association, Board Director Assisted Living Federation of America National Trust for Historic Preservation US Green Building Council Construction Specifications Institute Education Bachelor of Architecture, University of TN 1983 Career Experience Bright Ventures, Owner, 2008ITT, adjunct instructor drafting and design; Revit and Autocad; Sustainable Design 2008CFP Group, Team Leader, 2007-08 Hart Freeland Roberts, Inc, Senior Associate, 1993 2007 Davis Stokes Chilton, Project Manager 1991 93 Earl Swenson & Associates, Edwards + Hotchkiss, Floyd + Corbin- Associated with firms for over a decade progressing through numerous positions including, drafting, project coordinator, detailer, planner.