Mané Ristakian

Architectural Staff at KFA Architecture
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Santa Monica, California, United States, US
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Professional working proficiency
  • Armenian Native or bilingual proficiency

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Experience

    • United States
    • Architecture and Planning
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Architectural Staff
      • Sep 2017 - Present

    • Construction Project Manager
      • Jun 2014 - Mar 2017

      - Consulted with owners and architects during pre-construction to review initial design and site conditions to establish scope of work, often value-engineering to help architect's vision meet client's budget. - Responsible for developing preliminary and contract budgets as well as construction schedules, preparing bids for custom residential projects ranging from $400,000 - $4,000,000. - Calculated take-offs and estimating for all finishes. - Issued RFPs, subcontractor buyouts, owner contracts, RFIs, and Change Orders. - Managed construction budget as compared to actual expenditures throughout the duration of construction. - Responsible for material and fixture procurement. - Served as liaison in meetings with owners and architects to ensure project was being completed according to plans. - Monitored subcontractor progress on jobsites to ensure accuracy and quality of work. - Responsible for maintaining digital and hard-copy project files. - Worked directly with Project Accountant to approve all subcontractor invoices, prepare bi-weekly and monthly draw requests and conduct project close outs. Show less

    • Design Development and Consulting
      • Jun 2014 - Mar 2017

      - Consulted with owners to develop schematic design and scope of work based on budget and program. - Designed floor plans and elevations, furniture layouts, and regularly developed architectural details for custom features. - Coordinated with architects and engineers to develop construction drawings, carry out submittals, and pull permits. - Guided clients on selecting finishes and fixtures, keeping in mind the style and project budget. - Developed and monitored finish schedules and procurement packages. Show less

    • Interior Designer and Project Coordinator
      • Jun 2011 - Oct 2013

      - Worked with Architecture team to develop furniture plans during design development.- Responsible for selecting for interior and exterior finishes including flooring, custom cabinetry, stone and tile, hardware, and plumbing fixtures. - Researched, compared, and procured entire scope of FF&E including indoor and outdoor furniture custom furniture and millwork, window treatments, lighting, art, and accessories.- Developed interior design packages, continuously monitoring the entire FF&E budget.- Responsible for delivery, storage, and installation of furniture, light fixtures, and accessories.- Attended Las Vegas World Market trade show and visited local showrooms to expand knowledge of FF&E resources and to develop personal relationship with vendors.- Maintained the Product and Sample library with up-to-date catalogs and material samples.- Conducted regular walk-throughs of jobsite to monitor project and subcontractor progress, maintain quality control, and produce regular photo-documentation during construction.- Responsible for compiling documentation required for Green Inspection, as set by the Los Angeles Green Building Code.- Developed and reviewed bids and proposals pertaining to the Interior Architecture and Design trades (custom millwork, stone, painting, glazing, etc.)- Coordinated the company’s team of specialty workers (painters, carpenters, drivers) regularly based on project schedule and priority. Show less

    • Executive Assistant
      • Mar 2011 - Oct 2013

Education

  • UC Berkeley
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Architecture
    2006 - 2010
  • Universidad de Granada
    Architecture
    2009 - 2010
  • UCLA Extension
    Sustainability Certificate
    2016 - 2017

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