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James Torvik is a seasoned architect with extensive experience in construction management, urban planning, and architectural design. He has managed high-profile projects, including a 36-story condominium building and a historic church renovation. With a strong background in academia and private practice, Torvik brings a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to his work. With over 40 years of experience, Torvik has developed a strong reputation as a skilled architect and construction manager. He has worked with numerous high-profile clients and has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. Torvik holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Minnesota, where he graduated with distinction. He is currently based in Winnetka, Illinois, and is available for freelance or consulting work.

Experience

    • Senior Manager Construction And Development
  • Mandel Group
    • Miwaukee, Wisconsin
    • Senior Manager Construction and Development
      • Jan 2011 - Aug 2018
      • Miwaukee, Wisconsin

      Retired, Managed design and construction activities for new high rise residential project as well as assisted with ongoing construction activities at other Mandel Group projects

    • Principal and President
      • Oct 2010 - Jan 2011

      General architectural practice. Check my resume and recommendations below on LinkedIn.

    • Director of Interior Construction; University Club Tower
      • May 2006 - Oct 2010

      Owner's Representative for very high-end 36 story 52 unit condominium building on Milwaukee's lakefront. All units were customized for individual buyers. Coordinated architects, designers and many contractors with unique owner requirements.

    • Principal
      • Jan 2003 - Apr 2006

      Started sole practioner firm with goal of completing well designed high quality smaller projects in a personalized format. Completed major interior renovation of historic St. Mary's Catholic Church renovation in Evanston, Illinois. With a partner acted as architect, developer and general con...

    • Office Director of Architecture
      • Dec 2000 - Dec 2002

      Chicago Office Director of Architectural practice after joining Harry Weese Associates (HWA) with Gensler. Managed the interior renovation of Hotel InterContinental Chicago, assisted in securing a major project with the Chicago Transit Authority and subsequently managed the design and documentat...

    • President
      • Sep 1990 - Dec 2000

      President and Principal of prominent Chicago architectural firm with diverse and award winning practice. Significant projects during this period included the Park Evanston - a 283 unit high rise apartment building; 43 East Ohio Street - a mixed use urban center; Student Union and Dormitory at Ch...

    • Associate Principal
      • Jan 1980 - Jun 1989

      Architectural team member for several corporate office buildings including Frito Lays National Headquarters in Plano, Texas. Coordinated firm's activities for the Harold Washington Library design/build competition. Vice President for firm's business development activities.

    • Architect
      • Sep 1972 - Dec 1979

      Architectural team member for a variety of building types working in SOM Chicago, Teheran, and Washington

Education

  • 1968 - 1972
    University of Minnesota
  • 1968 - 1972
    University of Minnesota

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