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David Merrick is a seasoned construction professional with 25+ years of experience in project management, quality assurance, and leadership. He holds a Master of Architecture degree from Lawrence Technological University and a Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University.

Experience

    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Chief Building Official
      • Mar 2024 - Present

    • Plans Examiner Supervisor
      • Sep 2023 - Mar 2024

  • DesignGroup
    • United States
    • Project Manager
      • Feb 2021 - Jul 2023
      • United States

      Sought out and developed business opportunities for the firm by initiating and maintaining professional relationships with clients and potential clients. Worked with Marketing department to assemble Project pursuit teams and develop individualized interview approaches and interview materials. Led interviews, post-interview follow-ups and Leadership team debriefings.Prepared and negotiated fee proposals and Owner-Architect contracts as well as proposals from all consultants. Developed and maintained Staffing and production schedules for Projects. Oversaw all billings, collections and profitability. Assisted the Owner by preparing and reviewing Opinion of Probable Cost and third-party cost estimates. Further assisted Owner with Contractor / Construction Manager selection.

  • Array Architects
    • Columbus, Ohio
    • Senior Associate
      • Nov 2017 - Feb 2021
      • Columbus, Ohio

      Conducted Quality Assurance and peer reviews of Construction Document Packages for completeness, code compliance and coordination of disciplines. Coordinated the work of all disciplines; MEP, S, C, LA, FP with Architectural work. Managed, mentored and supervised production staff at all phases of the project, both locally and remotely. Created and edited Project Manuals, Specifications. Conducted field measurement of existing buildings and prepared existing condition drawings for use in renovation. Prepared agendas for and conducted Owner-Architect meetings, prepared and distributed meeting minutes of same. Secured sign-off at each project milestone. Worked directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction to assure local code compliance. Conducted on-site Construction Administration and field observation to ensure compliance with construction documents. Reviewed and approved required submittals and mock-ups, monthly pay applications and Construction Change Directives. Also prepared responses to Requests For Information / Interpretation. Worked with Owner to prepare punch lists and conducted project closeout.

    • Project Manager
      • May 2016 - Aug 2017
      • Columbus, Ohio

      Conducted Quality Assurance and peer reviews of Construction Document Packages for completeness, code compliance and coordination of disciplines. Coordinated the work of all disciplines; MEP, S, C, LA, FP with Architectural work. Managed, mentored and supervised production staff at all phases of the project, both locally and remotely. Created and edited Project Manuals, Specifications. Conducted field measurement of existing buildings and prepared existing condition drawings for use in renovation. Prepared agendas for and conducted Owner-Architect meetings, prepared and distributed meeting minutes of same. Secured sign-off at each project milestone. Worked directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction to assure local code compliance. Conducted on-site Construction Administration and field observation to ensure compliance with construction documents. Reviewed and approved required submittals and mock-ups, monthly pay applications and Construction Change Directives. Also prepared responses to Requests For Information / Interpretation. Worked with Owner to prepare punch lists and conducted project closeout.

    • Project Architect
      • Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

      Professional in responsible charge of Construction Document Packages. QA/QC for completeness, code compliance and coordination of disciplines. Coordinated the work of all disciplines; MEP, S, C, LA, FP with Architectural work. Managed, mentored and supervised production staff at all phases of the project, both locally and remotely. Created and edited Project Manuals, Specifications. Conducted field measurement of existing buildings and prepared existing condition drawings for use in renovation. Prepared agendas for and conducted Owner-Architect meetings, prepared and distributed meeting minutes of same. Secured sign-off at each project milestone. Worked directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction to assure local code compliance. Conducted on-site Construction Administration and field observation to ensure compliance with construction documents. Reviewed and approved required submittals and mock-ups, monthly pay applications and Construction Change Directives. Also prepared responses to Requests For Information / Interpretation. Worked with Owner to prepare punch lists and conducted project closeout.

  • WD Partners
    • Columbus, Ohio Area
    • Senior Architect
      • 2007 - Aug 2015
      • Columbus, Ohio Area

    • Project Manager
      • 2004 - 2007
      • Columbus, Ohio Area

  • Vogel and Associates, Architects
    • Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
    • Intern
      • 1997 - 2004
      • Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

  • NBBJ
    • Columbus, Ohio Area
    • Architectural Drafter
      • 1990 - 1997
      • Columbus, Ohio Area

Education

  • 2013 - 2015
    Lawrence Technological University
    Master of Architecture (MArch), Architecture
  • 1997 - 2000
    The Ohio State University
    BS, Architecture

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