Christopher J. LaCroix
ObjectiveTo obtain a working relationship with area architects and firms to expand my knowledge allowing me to learn, grow and prosper
Experience1999-2009Paulsen Development of Albany, LLCAlbany, NY
Architectural Drafter / Project Manager
Design all standard models & custom residences. Meet with clients to determine their needs.
Materials & construction estimating of models & custom residences.
Obtain building permits, order materials and oversee construction.
Client fit-up for office space rental for Executive Woods office park.
Manage computer network and workstations.
1998-PresentCollins & Scoville Architect, P.C.Albany, NY
Architectural Drafter / Cad Project Leader
Run projects as a Cad Leader, setting up project cad standards.
Cad Standards Committee Member.
Set up proto-type data base drawings for company wide use, layers, symbols, etc.
Projects to date include schools, universities, office buildings and government facilities.
1996-1998Einhorn Yaffee PrescottAlbany, NY
Architectural Drafter / Cad Project Leader
Run projects as a Cad Leader, setting up project cad standards.
Started using AutoCad without any formal training, moved up to cad leader in 8 months.
Projects that I have done have been involved with have been used to set company-wide cad standards.
Projects to date include schools, universities, office buildings and government facilities.
19941996Wind River Design Inc.Queensbury, NY
Drafter / Designer / Cad Operator
Introduced and implemented computer work environment. Including Cad and spreadsheet programs for materials ordering and estimating.
Drafting work was done using Builders Cad / Arris. Set up two Cad and two administrative work stations, with Cad stations being unix and networked together. Also performed network administration and Information Systems services.
Drafting production included preliminary plans, standard construction documents, floor, roof and wall framing drawings for prefabrication. Most work was done for the Japanese construction market with drawing in both metric and imperial dimensions. All material and wall panels had to be standardized to be put into shipping containers.
1986PresentCJL Design ServicesAverill Park, NY
Drafter / Designer / Owner
Self-employed as a drafter / designer. Projects produced varied from residential additions to commercial buildings. Provided site plan review, construction documents, preliminary design and development, site design and specifications.
Majority of work was from repeat business. Clients know what to expect.
Clients vary from Architects and Engineers to Contractors and Individuals.
19831986Lincoln Logs Ltd.Chestertown, NY
Drafter
Drafted residential and commercial log homes for customers though out the US.
Education19811983 Adirondack Community CollegeQueensbury, NY
Majored in drafting and design.
InterestsArchitecture, Scuba Diving, Firefighting, Web Design.
Project List

HEALTH CARE
Margaretville Nursing Home, Margaretville, NY
New nursing home

CORPORATE
Greens Appliances, Queensbury, NY
Conversion of an existing building into an appliance store

Corporate Woods, Albany, NY
New parking garage structure

Tire Warehouse, Halfmoon, NY
Design of new building

Rose & Kiernan Insurance, East Greenbush, NY
Conversion of existing office building into new office & tenant space

Glennpeter Jewelers, Colonie, NY
Store design in Colonie Center

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
Yale University School of Medicine, Harkness Hall, New Haven, CT
Renovation of dining hall and student activities spaces

Adirondack Community College, Queensbury, NY
Design of single-story day care center

Princeton University, Princeton, NJ
Restoration & renovation of Blair Hall Dorm

SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Pittsfield City Schools, Pittsfield, MA
Renovation of Herberg and Reid Middle Schools

Saranac Lake Central School District, Saranac Lake, NY
$7.5 million renovations and expansions at five schools

Greenwich Central School District, Greenwich, NY
Middle Grade Building - Relocation of District Offices w/cafeteria & stairwell additions.

Greenwich Central School District, Greenwich, NY
High School Building Renovations & additions to locker rooms, music rooms, & library.

New Lebanon Central School District, New Lebanon, NY
Walter B. Howard Elementary School, Renovations & additions to existing building.






PRIVATE SCHOOLS / HOUSING / HOTELS
Seminole Point Condominiums, Brant Lake, NY
Preliminary design of condo units

Warren County HUD, Warren County, NY
Design of three homes for county program

New York State Police, Granville, NY
Design of barracks

Town of Fine Star Lake, Fine Star Lake, NY
New storage building

Lake George Fire Department, Lake George, NY
New storage building

FEDERAL PROJECTS
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
Renovation of historic Lee and Sherman Barracks under IDC #40 and 41

U.S. Postal Service, Granville, NY
New post office

U.S. Postal Service, North Hudson, NY
New post office

U.S. Embassy Chancery, Brussels, Belgium
Comprehensive renovation plan report

MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
Double-H Hole in the Woods Ranch, Lake Luzerne, NY
Kitchen design & layout

Charlies Saloon, Lake George, NY
Interior / Kitchen design & layout