Charles Ytzen Architect / LEED Green Associate

Schaumburg, IL 847-436-2336 cmytzen@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Through effective project management, the thorough coordination of construction documents prepared utilizing the latest technologies such as REVIT, an in-depth knowledge in the application of building codes, architectural standards, and LEED sustainable design principles, I create building and planning solutions that meet and exceed project objectives and maximize client retention. I have a proven capacity to analyze, develop, and implement practical and economical solutions to complex problems on a wide variety of project types including commercial, industrial, manufacturing, adaptive re-use, retail and parking structures. Extensive professional skills and experience including: Develop complete plans, budgets & schedules Building Envelope Design, Technology & Testing Building, ADA, & Zoning Code reviews Using LEED / Sustainable Design Principles

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, & SketchUp Improving Teamwork, Efficiency, & Productivity Negotiating with Vendors, Contractors, & Clients Property Condition Assessments & Inspections

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Independent Consultant 2011 to Present Providing professional services to various clients in; Site Planning, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Sustainable Design Consultation

Exponent, Inc., Wood Dale, IL 2009 to 2011 Managing Architect

Performed an analytical comparative review of the historical and current building codes to determine “like kind and quality” upgrades required in fire loss project. Identified 13 distinct life safety areas requiring upgrades in $75 million insurance claim.

Performed building failure forensic investigation through static pressure difference testing and destructive investigation to determine the root cause of water penetration in building envelop. Provided report identifying locations of water intrusion and prescribed corrective measures to ensure water tightness.

Reviewed depositions and all discovery materials on behalf of defense counsel in personal injury lawsuit. Provided expert witness summation resulting in favorable out of court settlement.

Conducted property condition assessments on commercial and multi-family properties.

Heitman Architects, Inc., Itasca, IL 1998 to 2009

Project Manager

Managed design team and design/build consultants through Construction Documents and Construction Administration phases for new 781,000 s.f. headquarters for The Pampered Chef. Project was awarded 2002 “Build-to-Suit Project Team of the Year” by Greater Chicago Food Depository/Chicago Commercial Real Estate.

Reviewed and coordinated all design consultant deliverables to ensure compliance with project specifications and sustainable design intent of new 457,000 s.f. warehouse and distribution center for Anixter. The building was the first warehouse and distribution facility in the State of Illinois to achieve LEED Certified rating. Project awarded 2007 AIA Northeast Illinois Excellence in Architecture “Distinguished Building” award.

Collaborated with building code and fire prevention district officials in the development of new 400,000 s.f. warehouse and distribution facility for 3M. Negotiated upgrades in building code requirements to warrant issuance of building permit for the storage of hazardous materials and aerosol products in the Owner’s required quantities.

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Implemented the use of office standard details and graphic standards in preparation of construction documents resulting in an approximate 15% increase in profits and the reduction of errors and omissions.

Additional Professional Experience NWS Architects – Senior Project Architect, The Jenkins Group – Project Architect, Burnham & Hammond – Project Architect, Henneberg & Associates – Job Captain, Wilson Fotch & Associates – Intern, The Austin Company - Intern

Volunteer Work LEED EBOM pilot program – Chicago Public Schools – Prescott Elementary

Performed survey of existing plumbing fixtures and provided calculations for Water Efficiency prerequisite and credits.

USGBC West Suburban Branch membership chair

SELECTED PROJECTS: Commercial Dean Witter/Morgan Stanley

West Valley City, Utah 400,000 s.f. Build-to-suit corporate headquarters

Esplanade at Locust Point Downers Grove, IL 900.000 s.f. Speculative mixed use office/retail

Arboretum Lakes Two Lisle, IL 153,000 s.f. Speculative office building

Industrial The Pampered Chef

Addison, IL 780,900 s.f. Headquarters & warehouse

Anixter Alsip, IL 457,500 s.f. LEED Certified warehouse

Kellogg’s West Jefferson, OH 1,142,000 s.f. Midwest distribution center

Manufacturing K&M Printing

Schaumburg, IL 36,500 s.f. Build-to-suit printing facility

Mazak Elgin, IL 55,560 s.f. Build-to-suit manufacturing facility

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Chicago, IL 138,000 s.f. Build-to-suit processing center

Corporate Interiors Kraft Food

Addison, IL 57,000 s.f. Tenant improvements & Interiors

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Itasca, IL 36,000 s.f. Tenant Improvements & Interiors

Plante Moran Elgin, IL 45,000 s.f. Tenant Improvements & Interiors

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, & CERTIFICATIONS:

Licensed Architect, State of Illinois LEED Green Associate Bachelor of Arts - Architecture, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa Revit-Introduction to BIM – Oakton Community College, Skokie, Illinois PMP Certification Trained, MicroTrain, Chicago, Illinois Microsoft Project Trained, MicroTrain, Deerfield, Illinois Six Sigma Trained, MicroTrain, Lombard, Illinois

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

Association of Licensed Architects, Illinois Chapter United States Green Building Council, Illinois Chapter