NATALIA MATTINGLY

www.nataliamattingly.com    c: 480.652.6453    nataliamat@comcast.net

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Passionate Project Manager and Designer with over 25 years of experience in the high end residential industry.  Led and coordinated projects from Programming to Construction Administration / Observation.  Continuously demonstrates a solid relationship with clients and consultants.  Skilled in the production of both presentation images and working drawings.  Solid knowledge of the construction process, how to prioritize time, and work efficiently. Known to throw around a little witty humor whenever the situation allows.

 

WORK EXPERIENCE   25+ years

10/2020 - 07/2024     RBA Architecture, Sonoma CA                                                 

Project Manager/Designer     |  www.robertbaumann.com  |  

• Worked with clients to develop initial Programming, and tasked with full development of projects from Conceptual Design to C.A./O.

• Charged with Construction Administration / Observation, including GC Invoice & Billing Review.

• Coordinated with Clients, as well as Principle and all Consultants, on all projects, throughout multiple phases of design and construction.

 

04/2014 - 4/2020     Sutton Suzuki Architects, Mill Valley CA                                                 

Project Manager/Designer     |  www.suttonsuzuki.com  |  

• Managed multiple projects, during varying phases, simultaneously.

• Developed projects through initial design, including client sketches and presentation renderings, as well as Design Review.

• Coordinated with Clients, as well as Principle and all Consultants, while developing design and construction documents.

• Charged with Construction Administration, both office (shop drawing review, RFIs, coordination, Billing Review & Approval) and on-site.

• Involved with all aspects of a project, whether coordination, scheduling, budget, construction costs, drawing or managing.

 

01/2013 - 02/2014      Backen, Gillam & Kroeger Architects, St. Helena / Sausalito CA        

Project Manager/Designer     |  www.bgarch.com  |  

• Developed projects from initial sketch through design and construction documents as well as permitting, focusing on both residential and spa/resort projects.

• Charged with Construction Coordination & Response; including RFIs, Approval of Construction Submittals, Developing Design/Construction Details (coordinating with GC, door/ window and steel shop drawings, final design elements).

• Worked closely with Principles and Associates throughout all phases, gaining insight and incorporating the firm’s unique design aesthetic to all aspects of the project.

• Coordinated with all engineers, consultants and clients; through office and site meetings as well as through digital means.

 

01/2011 - 01/2013      Geoffrey E. Butler Architecture & Planning, Sausalito CA                                         

Project Manager/Designer     | www.gebarch.com  |  

• Managed projects ranging from the initial design process through construction documents and permitting, focusing on both residential and light commercial projects.

• Charged with Construction Administration, both office and site based.

• Worked simultaneously on both Mac (Vectorworks) and PC (Autocad) platforms daily.

• Coordinated with all engineers, consultants and clients.

• Created graphic layouts for firm’s advertisements and design award applications.

 

08/2004 - 08/2010      NvsN Design, Scottsdale AZ                                          

Owner/Project Manager/Designer/Accountant   |  Launched Residential Design Firm dedicated to providing excellent service and quality design.

• Created and developed dozens of projects from Payson to Phoenix, ranging from 500 square feet to over 10,000 square feet, from flat lots to steep hillsides.

• Led services from New Build to Material Selections to On-Site Consultation and Collaboration.

• Provided Design and Complete Construction Documents (Floor and Foundation Plans, Roof Design/Plan, Floor & Roof Framing, Sections/Elevations, Electrical & Mechanical Layouts, Architectural and Structural Details and Site Design/Planning).      

• Managed all Accounting functions, including Client Billing.

• Coordinated Projects and Consultants, and managed City/County Submittals and Permit Processes.

• Executed advertising strategies to oversee business development and retention.

 

10/2000 - 08/2004      Tsontakis Architecture and Interiors AIA, Scottsdale AZ                                                

 Job Captain / Designer   |  www.tsontakisarchitecture.com  |

• Developed entire projects from initial sketches, through to City Permit and Construction collaboration.

• Met with clients, breaking down issues, and creating ideas and solutions. Also presented ideas and drawings directly to Principal Architect and clients throughout design and construction phases.

• Charged with the recruitment of qualified talent.

• Scheduled and maintained the development of my own projects, resulting in meeting 100% of deadlines.

 

01/1998 - 10/2000       Classic Stellar Homes, Phoenix AZ                                                                                     

Job Captain

• Completed dozens of projects, starting from initial sketches, to Design Development and Construction Documents, through to City Permit and Construction collaboration.  

• Supervised and scheduled all projects within the Drafting Department, and was charged with the management of a team of 5.

• Completed and supervised projects consisting of Construction Documents, and organized a collaborative working relationship between the Drafting Department, Superintendents, Construction Crews, and Consultants, which led to a new efficient relationship and working environment.

• Managed the drawing, development and quality of architectural drawings and details of the department.

• Learned many aspects of residential construction, both onsite and in-house, broadening my knowledge of construction and design immensely.

 

 EDUCATION  

• Arizona State University, Tempe Arizona.

Bachelor of Science in Design, Architectural Studies.

Graduated Magna Cum Laude

 

PROFICIENCIES / SKILLS / QUALITIES

• Highly Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, Microsoft Office applications, knowledge of Vectorworks, basic knowledge of Revit.

• Extensive knowledge in Model building, Charcoal, Photography, Plaster work, and 3d renderings/presentation images.

• Great communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Very well organized – I am detail oriented, and work in an efficient manner.  I am a problem solver, but I appreciate greatly the power of others to enable a solution.  I work great on my own, but love the collaborative process.

• I am dependable and reliable, and am capable of making independent decisions that are best for the firm, client and project. I have always, and will always work with the utmost integrity.

 

 

Digital portfolio available @  www.nataliamattingly.com

Please feel free to contact me regarding any questions you may have. 

 Thanks so much for your consideration.