Resume

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                           Firms

Bluelines, Inc, Owner.

Racine, WI 5/19/1994 to present

Commercial and residential remodeling and

new construction.

Airoom Architects, Inc. Forensic Architect

Lincolnwood, Illinois 5/8/2017 to present

Architects, Remodeling Specialists

Residential, Commercial, Retail

DESIGNfirst Builders Director of Architecture

Itasca, Illinois 3/1/2006 to 4/30/2017

Design/Build, Remodeling Specialist

Residential, Commercial, Retail

ARC Architectural Group, LLC. Architect/ Consultant

Racine, Wisconsin 06/08 to 08/09

Architect

Light Industrial, Commercial, Religious, Health Care,

Hospitality, Government and Residential

Airoom Architects, Inc. Chief Architect

Lincolnwood, Illinois Design Architect

Architects, Remodeling Specialists Project Architect

Residential, Commercial, Retail 4/1997 to 2/24/2006

TOKI & Associates Architect

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 5/29/95 to 7/15/97

Engineers, Architects

Commercial, Institutional, Residential

Airoom Architects, Inc. Chief Architect

Lincolnwood, Illinois 6/89 to 7/94

Architects, Remodeling Specialists;

Residential, Commercial, Retail

Airoom, Inc. Intern Architect

Lincolnwood, Illinois 6/86 to 6/89

Design/Build, Remodeling Specialist

Residential, Commercial, Retail

James Ohle & Associates Intern Architect

Lincolnwood, Illinois 2/86 to 6/86

Architects, Planners - Residential, Commercial, Retail

Edward Faron & Associates Intern Architect

Chicago, Illinois 6/85 to 6/86

Architects - Residential, Commercial, Retail

Bernheim, Kahn & Ellisco Intern Architect

Chicago, Illinois 10/84 to 5/85

Residential, Commercial, Retail, Restaurants, Industrial

Licenses

 Wisconsin #A6154

  Wisconsin #DC-092000974 

 Illinois #012126

 Michigan #1301051367

Memberships & Associations

 American Institute of Architects(AIA)(former)

 Association of Licensed Architects (ALA)

 Construction Specification Institute (CSI)

 Caledonia, WI - Planning Commission

 Scout Leader

Experience

My professional career began with the start of a design/build business which ran for seven years. I am well versed in design, building technology, building science, structures, estimating, inspections and the management of building, construction and engineering systems. I operate Chief Architect Cad, AutoCAD, Microsoft suite, Adobe Suite and many other computer software systems. My Project type experience includes residential, commercial, retail, and engineering projects.

Equipped with a diverse and impressive record of achievements, as Chief Architect of Airoom Architects I lead and managed the architectural teams to achieve record results, the highest and most recognized in the Design/Build industry at that time. Airoom Architects, Inc. is a division of Airoom, Inc. which serves the greater Chicagoland area; Architects and Builders specializing in home renovations & remodeling, home additions, custom homes, teardowns, interior design, kitchens, baths and more. Visit Airoom’s web site at www.airoom.com to see examples.

Similarly, Design First Builders was my next opportunity to help many Home Owners realize their dreams.

My experiences at TOKI & Associates, Inc., a Consulting Engineer & Architectural firm located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provided a variety of other project types and venues. I was hired by TOKI to start up a new architectural division. My responsibilities included marketing, supervision of architectural and structural projects along

with construction inspection services. Further experience extends to client relationships, marketing, consulting, schematic design, design

development, construction documents, estimating, contract administration, permit processing, material and color selection, construction observation, construction administration, punch list for job close-out, general administrative duties, supervision, service, final product & customer satisfaction.

Skills and Accomplishments

 Professional Bachelor Degree of Architecture in Design from the University of Illinois - Chicago with studies at the Ecole des Beaux Art Versailles, France.

 Expertise managing the strategy, planning, development, and deployment of innovative design and building methods and systems to create mutually beneficial relationships that result in top production and maximum business potential.

 Accomplished motivator and team-builder, consistently leading highly focused teams to meet and surpass company goals.

 Management of a diverse variety of project types across a wide range of commercial and residential building codes in Wisconsin, the Chicagoland area, Michigan and other locations.

 A proven track record in the implementation and completion of design, construction contracts, budgets, drawings and specifications while monitoring the contractors compliance, progress and quality during construction.

 Uncanny technical expertise in the examination, repair and modification of existing structures.

 A trained Autodesk/AutoCAD manager – emphasis on AutoCAD and Architectural Desktop.

 Proficient in multiple software applications including Chief Architect and Microsoft Office Suite.

 Exceptional communications and relationship management talents.

 An accomplished problem solver.

Key projects

ARCHITECT OF RECORD FOR OVER 1900 PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, & RETAIL REMODELING / NEW / EXPANSION TYPE PROJECTS THROUGHOUT N.E. ILLINOIS & S.E. WISCONSIN – 1986-2021 Total estimated construction cost exceeding $200,000,000. Complete project responsibility from initial marketing & consultation through design, development, contract/permit/construction documents, specifications, structural design, lighting, administration, punch list, actual construction experience and close-out.

Chronology and a few Highlights

  Preston C Fawcett has a Professional Bachelor Degree of Architecture in   Design (1981) with a total of 42 years experience in the architecture   industry, construction industry and design/build industry. He has an   accumulated total of approximately 1,900 completed projects totaling a cost   of 570+ Million USD.

For the past 3 years to present he has served as a Forensic Architect managing risk to the parent company and subsidiaries. Through analysis, inspections and reports on   existing architectural conditions for each specific project. Travel to every   project site to investigate, inspect and report on the existing conditions, including   architectural, structural, mechanical and all pertinent systems. Review and   evaluate those conditions along with permitting, zoning, historic nature,   constructability and engineering issues if any and compare to a contracted   scope of work. Recommend solutions to variations in scope, etc. Estimated   construction cost for duration – 73M USD.

From March 2006 through April   2017 Preston served as Director of Architecture and Architect of Record for a   residential design/build firm. Estimated construction cost for duration – 66M   USD.

· Here he provided leadership and vision for the company and staff. 

· Was accountable for technical development of all projects. 

· Ensure that each project is built per concept and specifications. 

· Develop the project as required for architectural, engineering,   structural, MEP, electrical, plumbing and any specialties. 

· Meet project schedules, ensure a high level of quality, complete technical   aspects and adhere to governing zoning, building and safety codes,   regulations and ordinances. 

From June 2008 through August   2009 Preston provided architectural services and consulting to an   Architectural firm on a variety of commercial projects which include: 

· 1927 Church Restoration: Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Racine, WI.   Project Manager and Architect for the selected repair and refurbishing of the   exterior envelope. Specifically the halting of moisture retention in the   exterior stone facade cladding, stone masonry repointing, water-soak   cleaning, concrete repair and patching related issues. Roof leaks and   repairs, IE.: slate roof repair, copper refurbishing; ornamental  copper   fascia, flashing, gutters & downspouts. The complete refurbishing of the   interior Sanctuary, including plaster repair, painting, wood refurbishing,   re-lamping of existing light fixtures and related issues. Complete   documentation, specifications. Estimated cost 500,000 USD. 

· Gateway College, Racine, WI. Site work, below grade parking &   underground connecting corridor. Architectural Project Manager for the new   asphalt, concrete paving and repair to the connecting corridor. Author of   Specifications and Construction Documents. Estimated cost – 115,000 USD

From April 1997 through February   2006 and June 1989 through July 1994 Preston served as President of an   architectural firm which is a subsidiary of the parent company. Estimated   construction cost for both durations – 488M USD.

From May 1995 through July 1997   Preston joined an engineering firm that wanted to bring on board   architectural services for a more balanced approach. This venue provided a   variety of other project types. 

· ADA Compliance – Construction Administration – Milwaukee Public Schools   - 1995-1996. Supervision and coordination of construction inspectors. Total of 67 schools, estimated cost   9,555,548 USD. 

· America’s Black Holocaust Museum Remodeling - Milwaukee, WI. 

· Contract awarded as Prime Consultant for Milwaukee County, As   Supervising Architect provide design, design development, CD’s, contract   administration, and job close-out. Projects: 

· Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport – Canopy Walk Extension Milwaukee   County Prime Consultant. Extend and add canopies for existing sidewalk and   passenger drop off areas. Estimated cost 120,000 USD. 

· Milwaukee County Zoo – Rhino/Elephant Renovations. Bear habitat   - safety net design and implementation. Aviary building safety walks for   maintenance.   Pachyderm habitat renovations: rework of existing exhibit areas to   accommodate more elephant space, relocate the rhinoceros and design squeeze   cage. The squeeze cage is massive series of cage doors that open and close   quickly for the elephants and rhinos. Once inside the elephant or rhino could   go through a routine checkup, shots applied if needed and then moved through.   The cage doors and tracks needed to be very strong because the elephant can   exert extreme force, especially when given the needle. Design solution was   through a variety of custom gears, chains, crank handles, rollers and tracks.   10 years later it is still in working order. These were some of my most   uncooperative clients. Estimated construction cost 625,000 USD.

· Milwaukee VA Hospital HVAC renovations. 

· Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport – Noise Management program. For   surrounding areas over 1000 homes received sound insulation modifications   under Phase 1 of the HOPP program. The avigation easement option was chosen   by 150 homeowners and the sales assistance option was selected by one (1)   homeowner. A total of 63M USD has been spent on construction, acquisitions,   churches, and schools, purchase of vacant land and consultants since the   program began in 1994. Milwaukee County elected to adopt new ventilation   standards for the current HOPP Residential Sound Insulation Program. The   Quality Ventilation Program (QVP) ensures that HOPP participants receive   improved ventilation performance as well as the sound insulation   modification.