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AIA CHARLOTTE CONNECTION NEWSLETTER
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Oct. 6, 2014
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October Membership Meeting
UNC Charlotte Traveling Fellowship Presentation |
 Wednesday, October 22
11:30 - 1:30
UNCC Center City
320 E 9th Street
Historic Preservation as Sustainable Development
The Historic Preservation program in Havana, Cuba has knitted together participatory preservation, social projects and adaptive reuse that still respects cultural patrimony, all with so few resources that buildings that have not yet been restored have structural failures every day. Despite the increasing openness between the United States and Cuba, the island is still largely separated from the U.S., but is poised to change dramatically once more foreign investment is allowed. The success and challenges of historic preservation in Cuba to date are impressive, and it is unclear how it will continue to develop. Emily Dallmeyer's research in Havana and around Cuba can serve as a window to this developing situation.
Free for AIA Members / Associate Members / Allied Members / Sponsors
$40 for Non-Members
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| Quick List: Upcoming Events and Continuing Education Opportunities |
| Oct. 9 | 12:00 - 1:00 | Small Firm Roundtable: Kawneer | 1 HSW | | Oct. 9 | 6:30 - 8:00 | ARE Study Group: BDCS Exam |
| | Oct. 11 | 9:00 - 6:00 | Kaplan Webinar: ARE BDCS Exam |
| | Oct. 11 | 9:00 - 6:00 | AIA Triangle Residential Architecture Tour |
| | Oct. 11-12 | 10:00 - 5:30 | Historic Salisbury October Tour |
| | Oct. 15 | 8:00 - 12:00 | 3D Printing and Scanning Technologies | 4 HSWs | | Oct. 15 | 2:00 - 3:30 | UNCC Lecture: Greg Lynn |
| | Oct. 15 | 6:00 - 8:30 | Historic Charlotte Blast for the Past 2014 |
| | Oct. 16 | 8:30 - 3:30 | AIA NC: Architect's Guide to Construction Specifications | 6 HSWs | | Oct. 22 | 11:30 - 1:30 | October Membership Meeting: UNCC Traveling Fellowship |
| | Oct. 22 | 8:00 - 3:00 | Adams Products Masonry Expo | 5 HSWs | | Oct. 23 | 12:00 - 1:00 | Small Firm Roundtable: Acuity Brands | 1 HSW | | Oct. 24-25 |
| Public Interest Design Institute - Charlotte |
| | Oct. 28 | 5:30 - 9:00 | CBJ Heavy Hitters Commercial Real Estate Awards |
| | Oct. 29 | 12:00 - 1:00 | Vote Yes for City Bonds - Informational Session |
| | Nov. 12 | 8:00 - 4:00 | AIA/USGBC Continuing Education Seminar | 6 HSWs |
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| ARE BDCS Exam - Full day Kaplan Webinar |
 Saturday, October 11 | 9:00 - 6:00 AIA Charlotte | 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd., Suite C-5 This webinar will review all the topics necessary to pass the Building Design & Construction Systems exam. It is designed as an interactive experience that will help you: - Understand the exam format and methodology, so on exam day you know what to expect
- Identify content subject areas you need to review in more depth
- Develop strategies to solve exam-style questions efficiently and effectively within the recommended time limits
$15 AIA Associate Members | $50 Non-members
Includes electronic copies of slides; breakfast, lunch and refreshments. |
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| Continuing Education Event |
Presentations by Mr. Dan Bonenfant and Mr. Carlton McFaden of Duncan-Parnell.
Join us to learn more from industry experts and local professionals (Alex Lay of Clark Nexsen, Kate Novy of LS3P, and Mitch Ross of Integrated Scanning Solutions, LLC) who will be available for a panel discussion. $40 for non-members
Location: UNC Charlotte Center City Building, 320 E. 9th Street |
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| CBJ Heavy Hitters Commercial Real Estate Awards |
The Charlotte Business Journal and Bank of the Ozarks are proud to present the inaugural Heavy Hitters Commercial Real Estate Awards! We are recognizing the best deals and developments in commercial real estate from June 30, 2013 to July 1, 2014 in the Greater Charlotte region.
Tuesday, October 28 | 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
The Ritz-Carlton | 201 E. Trade Street
Join us for an evening of celebration with the best of the best in Charlotte at a cocktail reception, awards presentation and a dessert reception. After the winners of each category are revealed during the program, a dessert reception will follow to celebrate all the finalists and winners on their achievements. Don't miss this opportunity to mix and mingle with the heavy hitters of the CRE industry!
View winners here >>
Buy tickets and more information here >>
AIA Charlotte is pleased to be an Event Partner
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| Vote Yes for City Bonds - Informational Session |
Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 12:00 - 1:00, Lunch provided
AIA Charlotte | 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd., C-5
Register Here
Join us on Oct. 29 for an informational session covering:
- Vote Yes for City Bonds
- New Election Processes
We will be joined by
- Elizabeth Barnhardt, Vote Yes for City Bonds
- Bill Parks, Capital Budget Coordinator, City of Charlotte
This November, there will be three referenda on the general election ballot that ask Charlotte voters for approval to issue bonds worth $145.9 million. The financing costs for these bonds have already been planned for in the city budget and will not result in additional property tax increases for Charlotte residents.
These funds will be used to upgrade and enhance streets and infrastructure, build affordable housing, and improve infrastructure in the city's older neighborhoods and emerging high-growth areas.
www.voteyesforbonds.com
AIA Charlotte has endorsed the City Bonds
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| Public Interest Design Institute in Charlotte Oct. 24-25 |
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The Public Interest Design Institute provides training on how to become proactively engaged in the rapidly growing field of Public Interest Design. The Institute features the Case Study method; attendees will learn from in-depth examples and participate in discussions with seven leading practitioners about ways design can address the critical issues faced by communities, and get paid to do it!
General: Super Early Bird: $225
AIA Members: Super Early Bird: $175
Student: $150
Register: www.publicinterestdesign.com |
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| Knight Cities Challenge offers innovators $5 million |
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Knight Foundation is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the new Knight Cities Challenge, which is seeking ideas that make the 26 communities where Knight invests more vibrant places to live and work. The challenge is offering $5 million for innovative projects that answer the question: What's your best idea to make cities more successful?
It will launch on Oct. 1, with applications being accepted until Nov. 14. The challenge is open to innovators of all types: architects, activists, artists, city planners, entrepreneurs, students, educators, city officials, as well as governments and organizations.
To enter the Knight Cities Challenge go to Knightcities.org starting Oct. 1 and answer a few questions.
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| Adams Products Masonry Expo |
 AIA Charlotte Members are invited to the "Adams Products Masonry Expo" being hosted at The Charlotte Motor Speedway on October 22, 2014. This event will consist of masonry focused classes and will offer a total of 5 HSW credits throughout the day. The event will not only be hosted by Adams Products but it will also have on display some of the industry's leading manufacturers of masonry products such as Cast Stone, Brick, Cement, and many others. Register online here |
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| Request for Qualifications: Mecklenburg County |
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
Architectural | Engineering Services
Park Improvement Building Projects
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Mecklenburg County requests a Statement-of-Qualifications from interested architectural firms for fiscal year 2015-2016 Park Improvement Building Projects. Firms shall assemble a design team to provide master planning, design and construction contract administration services for: recreation centers, nature centers, nature preserves, and various park structures. Firms will be selected as a pool of qualified design teams. Mecklenburg county will match design team expertise with project types. Firms selected for the pool may be awarded more than one project or no project. More details here
Deadline: Thursday, 10/30/14 at 12:00pm
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| KSQ/Peterson Announces Two New Associates |
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 KSQ/Peterson is pleased to announce two new associates to the firm: Dan Hartenstine and David M. Meech.
Dan Hartenstine, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, CDT, has been named an associate of the firm. As a key member of the KSQ/Peterson leadership team, Mr. Hartenstine brings more than 18 years of experience in building projects ranging from higher education and K12 schools to churches and museums. A select list Mr. Hartenstine's clients includes UNC Charlotte, North Carolina State University, Clover School District, Christ Episcopal Church, Myers Park Presbyterian Church and the Mint Museum of Art. Mr. Hartenstine graduated magna cum laude fromVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
David Meech, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, has been with KSQ/Peterson since 2011 as a Senior Project Manager and was previously with Gresham Smith and Partners andPerkins Eastman. Mr. Meech has nearly 35 years' experience in healthcare architecture and master planning, and has worked with top medical centers throughout nine states. A graduate of University of Tennessee-Knoxville, his client list includes Wilson Medical Center, Cone Health, Novant Health, Carolina Healthcare System, Tenet Health, Hospital Corporation of America, and Cancer Treatment Centers of NC.
Full Press Release here >>
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| NCARB: New ARE Guidelines and ARE Exam Guides |
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Effective October 2014, new ARE Guidelines and the Exam Guides for all seven divisions of ARE 4.0 are now available.
Download the Updated ARE 4.0 Exam Guides HERE
The new ARE documents supersede all previous editions of the ARE 4.0 Exam Guides. Please check the NCARB website regularly for future updates to these documents, along with the most current information regarding the ARE
Download the Updated ARE Guidelines HERE
Effective October 2014, this document supersedes all previous editions of the ARE Guidelines. Please download and review it in its entirety to make sure you understand the policies and procedures required in administering the exam. These include: exam eligibilities, scheduling an exam appointment, the Rolling Clock, check-in and biometrics at the test center, and the confidentiality agreement.
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Career Center: Latest Job Postings
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(New!) ai Design Group | Architectural Intern & Designer Positions
ARCHITECTURAL INTERN: We're looking for a candidate with up to two years of professional experience and an accredited degree on the path to registration to join our growing team. Candidate should be design-oriented with a reasonable understanding of commercial construction detailing, technology, and typical construction document package requirements. Must have strong rendering experience and presentation skills and Revit literacy.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER: We're looking for a candidate with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience and an accredited degree that is either registered or on the path to registration. Candidate must have a passion for design, the ability to work individually or as part of a project team, and be able to guide or perform production of project documents throughout all phases of a project.
(New!) CMA Design | Intern Architect
CMA Design is a full service architectural design firm located in Charlotte, NC. We focus on medical, dental, and retail projects. The firm has become known for its excellent customer service and commitment to architectural excellence.
Qualifications: Professional degree in Architecture. 1-3 years of work experience preferred. Proficiency with Autocad and Sketchup and understanding of construction documents. Strong communication and graphic presentation skills are desired.
Please send cover letter, resume and portfolio via mail, or email:
Cline McGee
CMA Design, PLLC
2621 Woodbrook Lane
Charlotte, NC 28211
980-224-8331
Housing Studio | Architect/Project Manager & Team Members
PROJECT MANAGER. Architect or experienced Intern Architect to be assigned Project Manager role leading large scale multi-family housing projects from SD/DD phase or earlier through construction document completion. Position also entails supporting our CA staff during construction with design decisions and occasional site visits as well as supporting other project teams as a team member when required.
TEAM MEMBER/JOB CAPTAIN. Self-motivated Intern Architect(s) to assist with production and design of large multi-family projects. Position may entail guiding a significant portion of a project forward under the guidance of a project manager, creating and developing initial building design concepts and managing construction administration, among other tasks. Opportunities for growth into project manager responsibilities area available.
UNC Charlotte | Director, University Space Management and Utilization
The Director of Space Management and Utilization is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the UNC Charlotte integrated space management program to ensure that campus space is utilized efficiently and effectively, and to ensure that the allocation of space meets the highest and best use in the context of institutional strategic priorities. More details here
RBA Group | Interior Designer
INTERIOR DESIGNER NEEDED: For design and coordination with owners, engineers and GC's for projects from schematics through construction administration. Ideal candidate will have a bachelor degree preferably with 4 years experience in architecture and/or interior design of hotel and restaurant/retail facilities. Experience with CAD, and competency with diverse digital design media required. Well versed in design and implementation of contract interiors, space planning, spatial design, material selection, furniture selection and contract documents. Hotel brand interior design submittals and or REVIT a plus. Send resume with note to Jessica at [email protected]
Terracon Consultants, Inc. | Project Manager, Senior Technicians
Terracon Consultants, Inc. is a dynamic, growing, employee-owned consulting firm. We are expanding all service lines including building enclosure services.
Terracon is seeking to fill two contract positions for project managers and senior technicians for a project located in Nassau, Bahamas. Experience in building enclosure systems and/or firestop are preferred. Duties will include quality control and report prepartion.
Position will be approximately 3 to 6 months in duration. Active passport required. If interest, email cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Meyer, Greeson, Paullin, Benson | Intern Architect
Qualifications: Professional degree in Architecture. 1-3 years of work experience preferred. Proficiency with Vectorworks, Autocad, and hand drafting. Strong sketching, communication, and presentation skills are desired. More details here
Duncan-Parnell | Project Administrator
Duncan-Parnell is currently seeking a Project Administrator for our Charlotte headquarters. This position will manage construction drawings throughout the lifecycle of projects. Customers include architects, contractors and engineers. Experience working with construction documents is a plus. Candidate must possess articulate communication abilities, organizational and time management skills and a strong capability to multitask in a fast-paced team environment. This is a full time position and will be paid on an hourly basis. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO and 401k. Contact [email protected]
BB+M | Construction Admin / Quality Control Manager
- Minimum 10 years of experience. Licensed Architect preferred
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited institution
- Extensive experience in CA required with wide range of knowledge in building systems, constructability issues, building codes, and accessibility.
- Multifamily experience preferred, but not required
Mecklenburg County | Senior Plans Examiner
This position is responsible for reviewing building plans to ensure code compliance and acting as a "lead worker" to manage the plans submittal/approval process. Resolves scheduling and code issues, handles customer complaints that have been escalated beyond the plans examiners on his/her team and consults with architects and engineers to determine the best method for moving the plans through the system. Conducts education sessions for design professionals. More details here
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