Alastair Aitchison

Associate Principal at SEI Design Group
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Albany, New York, United States, US
Languages
  • Czech Elementary proficiency
  • French Elementary proficiency

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Ralph Bicknese

Alastair was a joy to work with. He was very helpful in assisting in the tasks and skills noted below, and showed excellent initiative and creativity. He assimilated information well and his knowledge and skills grew while he was with us. Alastair's attendance and attitude was exceptional. We would be very pleased to hire Alastair again should he be in our area and available. Besides these exceptional qualities, his international knowledge and experience should prove useful to various employers. I have followed Alastair's carrer since he worked with us and understand his knowledge, experience and levels of responsibility have continued to grow. Skills: Architectural design, presentation drawings, working drawing preparation, code review. Software used includes AutoCAD, various 3-D, Photoshop, Microsoft Office Other Information:

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Credentials

  • Architect
    The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
    Sep, 2016
    - Oct, 2024
  • New York State Architect's License
    NYS Office of the Professions - State Education Department
    Aug, 2015
    - Oct, 2024
  • Associate
    Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
    Mar, 2010
    - Oct, 2024
  • Chartered Architect
    Royal Institute of British Architects
    Mar, 2008
    - Oct, 2024
  • Architect
    Architect's Registration Board (UK)
    Nov, 2006
    - Oct, 2024
  • LEED BD+C Accredited
    GBCI
    Sep, 2004
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Associate Principal
      • Jan 2021 - Present

    • Architect
      • Aug 2018 - Present

    • Architect
      • Aug 2014 - Jan 2021

      Consultant / Contract work Consultant / Contract work

    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Architect
      • Jan 2016 - Dec 2016
    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Manager
      • May 2009 - Aug 2014

      Healthcare: Oversaw and ran the ground up construction of several outpatient healthcare clinics around the Southern Tier in addition to multiple interior renovations of existing buildings to provide satellite healthcare facilities in Philadelphia. Project managed a new-build Horticultural Therapeutic Conservatory on an existing hospital campus on time within a tight budget. Residential: Managed the construction of a 110,000 SF renovation / new-build in the historic district of downtown Binghamton to provide 79 ‘loft style’ apartments and commercial lease spaces. Worked in the design team assigned with delivering the design portion of a 36 unit (9 total sites) package submitted to NY State HCR’s ‘Low Income Housing Credit’ program. Prepared the construction documents for several high-end residential apartments in four existing buildings in Johnson City. Commercial: Coordinated the LEED documentation on a 60,000 SF office / distribution center in Cortland, NY. Interior renovation to provide a cafeteria and kitchen/serving area. Show less

    • United States
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • Project Architect
      • Sep 2008 - Feb 2009

      Project Architect in a design team tasked with master planning the 1st phase of 1,400 acre development in the Dominican Republic. In addition I prepared a DOB file set for a high end residential block in the West Village and assisted in the construction administration for 8 story residential block also in the West Village. Project Architect in a design team tasked with master planning the 1st phase of 1,400 acre development in the Dominican Republic. In addition I prepared a DOB file set for a high end residential block in the West Village and assisted in the construction administration for 8 story residential block also in the West Village.

    • Project Architect / Office Manager
      • Feb 2006 - Feb 2008

      Project Architect on phase IV of a 27 unit residential flatted development and in charge of the 1500 sf extension to a private residence. In addition to project management I reviewed the companies operating procedures and implemented cost saving measures, time management principles and general improvement to the day-to-day running of the firm. I also mentored junior staff on professional development. Project Architect on phase IV of a 27 unit residential flatted development and in charge of the 1500 sf extension to a private residence. In addition to project management I reviewed the companies operating procedures and implemented cost saving measures, time management principles and general improvement to the day-to-day running of the firm. I also mentored junior staff on professional development.

    • Architectural Intern
      • Mar 2004 - May 2005

      Worked on the feasibility / planning for [2] K-12 schools, a 12,000 sf fire station, 50,000 sf commercial facility. Designed and prepared construction documents for a 5,000 sf urban plant nursery. Worked on the feasibility / planning for [2] K-12 schools, a 12,000 sf fire station, 50,000 sf commercial facility. Designed and prepared construction documents for a 5,000 sf urban plant nursery.

    • Architectural Intern
      • Dec 2001 - Jun 2002

      Worked within a design team on the multi-phased renovation of office and factory buildings to provide a state-of-the-art complex for the largest supplier of natural gas in Southern Moravia [JMP]. Worked within a design team on the multi-phased renovation of office and factory buildings to provide a state-of-the-art complex for the largest supplier of natural gas in Southern Moravia [JMP].

Education

  • University of Strathclyde
    PostGraduate Diploma, Advanced Architectural Design
    2002 - 2003
  • University of Strathclyde
    BSc [Hons], Architectural Studies
    1997 - 2001
  • Brno University of Technology
    Socrates Scholarship, Architecture
    2000 - 2000

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