Peter Dickson, NCARB, MBA P.O.BOX 30139, Houston, TX 77249 713.691.0836 e-mail: pwdickson@white-phoenix.com ********************************************** BACKGROUND: * MBA from Houston Baptist University: Focus on International business and Re-engineering. * Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Oregon. * NCARB Registered Architect: Active Licenses in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Colorado.... Inactive in Texas, Connecticut, and Alabama. * Computer Literate: MS Office, Lotus Smart Suite, Internet; word processing, data base, presentation, simulation, graphics, CAD, and statistical programs. CPM, PERT, nonlinear and linear decision making skills value analysis skills. * California General Contractor "B" License, Journeyman Machinist and Journeyman Carpenter, with Texas licenses in the Plumbing and Electrical trades. Extensive work in manufacturing and construction. * Range of Architectural experience: Transportation, Health-care, Food service, Manufacturing, Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Retail. * Breadth of experience: Programming, Business Process Re-engineering, Design, Construction Documentation, Specifications, Construction Management, Design Build Construction, Contracting, Property Management, and Property Development. * Management experience: 100 mil+ to interior remodeling and build-out & project management. All aspects of Architectural Office, design and production management and construction project management. * Prior notable Architectural work with Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo in Connecticut and Richard & Dion Neutra Architects in Los Angeles. PERSONAL RESOURCES: Meyers-Briggs INTJ: [for whatever it is worth, this report fits] "enjoy [s] fast pace, quick to act, enjoy [s] challenge, move [s] forcefully, direct, analytic, value [s] accuracy, systematic, tactful and diplomatic, creative problem solver." "The search for the unusual may lead naturally to an orientation to the future and all the new experiences which it offers. Peter may also tend to have a broad perspective - always looking at the 'big' picture. This combination may enable him to see the gaps and roadblocks that may be limiting results in a situation. He may take the initiative to make changes to fill in these gaps and remove the roadblocks. Since he also may have a drive for perfection and considerable planning ability, the changes he makes are likely to be sound." The long and short of it is that I am a highly creative, highly motivated, multi-skilled, exceptional individual that is looking for an exceptional and challenging working environment in an exceptional but not necessarily a challenging organization. EMPLOYMENT EXPECTATIONS: * An organization that is aggressively pursuing its mission not simply "milking the [cash] cow." * A culture that is [or wants to be] always on the climb side of the bell curve. * An organization that knows [or wants to] the value of, integrity and vision. * An organizational culture that values innovation and creativity. * A working environment that is productive out of loyalty not micro management. HIGHLIGHTS OF EMPLOYMENT HISTORY *EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY Current: Architect Private Practice 2010: Construction Management VA Hospital, Houston 2008-09: Architect III, Texas Department of Criminal Justice 2008: Contractor and Consultant with FLUOR to FEMA for Hurricane Ike 2007-08: Facility management: CTVAH, Veterans Hospital, and Waco. [Same as 2005] 2006-07: Architect and Contract work with Contractors 2005-06: Contractor for FLUOR to FEMA for Hurricanes Wilma, Katrina, and Rita. 2005: Central Texas Veterans Administration Healthcare System, Architect/Project Manager. 2004-05: Work with Houston Contractors and HISD Teaching Special Education 2004: Horizon Architects: Architect & Construction Manager 2003: Marous Brothers Construction Company, Architect & Director of Design Build 2003: State Architect for the USDA-RD Wisconsin. 2002: Kluge & Associates, AK Contract 2001-02: W.E.BRAZLEY & ASSOCIATES Senior Project Manager-Gary Public Safety Facility 2001: Independent consultation with Western Fabricating Inc. and Stone Fabricating Inc 2000-01: SOMERVILLE, INC., Green Bay, WI, Senior Architect-Multiple Projects 1999-00: DCDDC, Architect and Corporate Director for Design Build-Multiple Projects 1998-99: KPS Group, Birmingham, AL, Architect, Account representative and project manager. 1997-98: DOD, Maxwell AFB, Montgomery AL,, Architect-Multiple Projects 1984-97: Paul Langley Co.; Property Development & Property Management. 1994-96: Houston Baptist University 1976-97: Self Employed Consultant, Architect, Contractor, and Property Manager. 1975-76: Bernard Johnson Inc., Architects and Engineers, Project Architect/Manager 1974-75: Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo, Architects, Project Architect for Multiple Projects. 1972-03: Work with various Los Angeles Architects 1970-71: Richard and Dion Neutra Architects, Designer/Job Captain. 1965-70: Merrill Development Company, Designer/Project Manager 1965-70: University of Oregon 1961-65: USN Submarine Service: Honorably Discharged, P.O. 2nd Class 1960-61: Rochester Institute of Technology * Other Employment: Ebbe Videriksen AIA, Robert Donald AIA, Pedersen & Stice Architects, Tradesman for various plumbing, electrical, and building contractors. Journeyman machinist for various manufacturing organizations. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS: * Project Architect on a design team submission by USKH for the Anchorage International Airport. * Account Manager-Facilities for the Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham Alabama. Associate for the KPS Group. Master Planning, Facility design and management, Account Management and Construction Management for numerous land side & air side projects, including $35mil parking deck, terminal re-roofing, Interior renovations, and Cargo facility and Corporate terminal master planning and relocation and passenger terminal master planning. * Reprogrammed, developed, schematic, design development, and CD's for a new Public Safety Facility and Jail for Gary IN, working with multiple independently tasked consultants and contractors. * Design, construction documents, and specifications for the re-roofing and exterior curtain wall and siding remediation for 46,000 SF on two buildings [total building area of 46,000 SF] with 0% down time, at the Kewaunee Nuclear Power Plant. * Programming & Site Planning for the Portage County, Lincoln Center for the Aging in Stevens Point, WI. and for Schreiber Foods in Wisconsin Rapids, WI., as well as other Commercial and Industrial projects in Wisconsin. * Fast-track design-build of telecommunication C/O, data processing facilities for DCDDC in nine states. Designed and completed construction documents for 93,000 s.f. of a central office telecommunication facility for FOCAL Communications in less than 3 weeks including the complete shell building, site planning, and infrastructure. * DOD Maxwell AFB Montgomery Alabama, Architecture, Facilities Management, Construction Management. Responsible for developing master specifications for hardware and exterior finishes. Participated in Base Wide team developing a Reorganization plan for the Civilian Work force. * CMS, Houston Rehabilitation Institute, Houston, Texas. Provided facility analysis, programming, conceptual design, and preliminary facility plans for a proposed outpatient facility and for remodeling of the existing in-patient facility. Developed a fast track/design build construction proposal with two different contractors to save over 750k in net costs on a project with a construction cost of less than $200k. * Houston's first Residential/Commercial Lofts in downtown Houston, Texas. Developed, constructed, and managed the two building mixed use project, including one of the oldest buildings in Houston. * Designed and Constructed Active solar powered ranch including residence and outbuildings, VanWoerden Ranch. Designed and constructed an all masonry active/passive solar conditioned house for the president of Armor Foods in Texas. * Developed Prototype Designs for Houston based fast food restaurant chain [Dixie Maid] and an independent meat market chain. Developed a prototype design for full service Atlantic Richfield Service Stations for the Atlantic Richfield Corporation. * New manufacturing and office facilities for PRAXIS, a Houston based chemical Industry control and metering systems manufacturing company. Provided facility analysis, business process re-engineering, programming, schematic design, and property acquisition consultation. Developed a fast track/design build proposal for implementation that allowed sequential/incremental occupancy. * Bernard Johnson, Inc., Architects and Engineers, Project Architect/Project Manager: U.S. Department of HEW Buildings, Washington, D.C. $65 million remodeling [1974 $]: Personally responsible for Realizing 23% savings in anticipated construction costs through design and mechanical innovations while improving the net quality and value of the delivered product. Achieved a 75% savings in actual in house production costs. * Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo, Architects, Connecticut; Job Captain; Responsible for curtain wall design and detailing Metropolitan Museum and the United Nations Development Corp Buildings, NYC. Project Architect/Job Captain for the Federal Reserve Bank Headquarters. Responsible for infrastructure research and coordination of the 10 Story, 70 feet below sea level subterranean structure in the Wall Street District, NYC. Owner's representative for the College Life Insurance Headquarters. * Richard and Dion Neutra Architects Job Captain & Project Designer for the Huntington Beach Central Library [and Cultural Resource Center], Huntington Beach, Calif. Including programming, conceptual design, schematic design. Developed a radically new and effective concept for library organization based on efficient and accessible information storage and retrieval. * Robert Donald Architects: Project Architect/Manager, Los Angeles, Calif.. Individually Responsible for the completion of the Planning, Design, and Construction Documents for two ten -story residential towers, on budget, in two weeks total turn around time. Completed documents included two fully coordinated concepts for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Project location: Redondo Beach, California. * Merrill Development Company, Eugene, Oregon, Designer and Project Manager. Designed and constructed the lowest cost house ever authorized and built under the FHA-235 Program. Use of REDI-FORM, a patented concrete forming system, and prefabrication techniques resulted in a 20% reduction in construction costs and a unique atrium plan. Managed other residential construction projects and participated in the design and construction of the machinery to fabricate REDI-FORM. REFERENCES: The following are portions of several letters of recommendation. The full text of these letters, including contact information, is available on-line at: www.white-phoenix.com. Additional personal and professional references are available on request. A Recent Contractor: "Pete Dickson and I worked together on a project for the Birmingham International Airport, which was one of the largest, high profile projects in the country last year. Pete had the disadvantage of beginning work for the KPS group midway through the project, yet had the patience and diligence to contribute shortly after joining the project team. Due to the complexity of the project, KPS was relied on heavily throughout the project to coordinate with not only the owner and construction manager, but also several other contractors not under BRICE BUILDING Company's control. Pete was not my initial contact for these coordination issues, but soon became not only my contact of choice, but everyone on the project teams's choice due to his reliability and willingness to get things done. Pete was a team player and worked with everyone to reach amicable resolutions to problems....." A Program Manager: "Peter Dickson has been a great asset through the life of this program. He has a high level of design and construction knowledge paired with an excellent ability to reason and make logical decisions. He has a reputation for hard work and consistently performs what is asked. In addition to his cooperative attitudes toward teamwork, Peter has great foresight that allows him to identify and resolve problem situations before they occur. On a personal note, Peter has a great sense of humor and a personality that meshes with most anyone. He operates with a high level of honesty and integrity".... Another Contractor: "Pete is very knowledgeable all aspects of construction and all the trades that we work with. He is very creative and practical in reaching decisions during construction. He is fair, cost conscious, and economical. He works will with all our sub-contractors.".. A Property Developer: "In addition to his Architectural and design skills, Mr. Dickson is an excellent manager and businessman. Under Mr. Dickson's management, the project is 100% occupied. Mr. Dickson continues to remain in full charge of the properties and is responsible for maintenance, leasing, collecting rents, promotion, planning, dealing with City agencies and departments, and has appeared at public hearings on my behalf. Additionally, Mr. Dickson has anticipated future business trends and developments for us. He had developed alternate plans including conversion of one ot the buildings to condominiums"... A Neighborhood Business: His most professional presence is a very valuable asset to your development and our neighborhood. Pete's attention to detail, sincerity of purpose and real concern about this area shall surely be of benefit to all parties involved. At BUTE we are proud to have you and Pete as neighbors"... On a more personal note: In my opinion, Peter is an outstanding individual. He is a man who knows who he is and what he believes in. He has great courage and persistence and is a man of the highest character and integrity. Peter is a man of his word. I can recommend Peter for whatever he makes up his mind to do; it will be done quickly and done correctly".