EDUCATION

1980 - Bachelor of Architecture, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
1974 - Bachelor of Philosophy, University of New Orleans, Louisiana
1969 - 71 - United States Army - Honorable Discharge
1967 - 69 - Pre-Medicine Studies, University of New Orleans, Louisiana
1967 - Jesuit High School, New Orleans, Louisiana

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

State of Louisiana Professional Architect License No. 3470
State of Mississippi Professional Architect License No. 2903
State of Texas Professional Architect License No. 16188
State of Florida Professional Architect License No. AR91368

NCARB Certificate No. 47805
Louisiana Association of Architects
American Institute of Architects
National Trust for Historic Preservation
National Roofing Contractors Association
Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc.
Landmarks Society of Louisiana

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
General Architectural Practice/Project Management

Project Conceptualization
- Programming
- Scheduling
- Budgeting
- Site Planning

Contract Documents
- Plans & Specifications
- Forms of Agreement
- Bidding & Negotiations
- A/E & Construction Contracts

Contract Administration
- Field Inspections
- Construction Coordination
- Application for Payment
- Final Acceptance

Design and Development
Regulatory Agency Review
Engineering Analysis
Due Diligence Reports
Tenant Coordination

Well versed in life safety codes, standard and local building codes, zoning ordnances, handicap accessibility requirements, real estate practice and principles.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1988 - Present
President, Architect
Lachin ♦ Oubré & Associates, Architects, Planners, Project Managers, APC (previously LDL/Lachin)

Management and operation of architectural practice specializing in general architectural practice, project management, master planning, roofing and waterproofing. Duties include client contact, project programming, design, cost estimating, scheduling, contract negotiations, construction administration, property inspection and evaluation, specification writing, code analysis, and other related activities.

Recent work includes Architectural services and/or management of construction projects in excess of $60 million; design and administration of approximately $40 million in architectural projects; inspection and assessment of regional retail, business, and residential developments valued in excess of $120 million to formulate recommendations to owner/prospective purchasers for needed capital improvements. Other responsibilities include negotiations with national retail and commercial groups, municipal bodies, regulatory agencies, and representatives of major real estate portfolios in dealing with architects, engineers, contractors, tenants, lenders, attorneys, and others.

1988 - 1999
In-House Architectural Consultant
Sizeler Real Estate Management Company

Directed all construction and construction related activities for all Sizeler Properties as well as third party management properties throughout the Gulf Coast Region. Supported property acquisition, development, and operational efforts. Responsible for coordination and administration of all construction related projects at over 15 million square feet of retail and commercial space throughout Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

Authored tenant construction criteria; managed all tenant coordination; capital improvements, and construction; produced due-diligence reports on all prospective acquisitions; coordinated programming, budgeting, A/E and contract correlation, and regulatory agency approvals; negotiated contracts, reviewed leases, and managed dispute resolution. Project manager for renovations and additions at several regional malls, producing millions of dollars in savings through diligent contract administration and documentation.

1987 - 1988
Architect/Project Manager
Intercontinental Management Controls, Inc.

As the only registered professional for the New Orleans Aviation Board Office of Project Management, was responsible for administration of over $100 million in airport capital improvements projects. Participated as project representative with the New Orleans Aviation Board Construction Committee, advising on job coordination, scheduling, and disbursement of funds. Evaluated programming, detailing, and placement of work; steered the production efforts of architects, engineers, and contractors; conducted progress meetings; developed construction reports to the Aviation Board; and coordinated project requirements with the F.A.A., national airline representatives, airport security, and the City of New Orleans.

1986 - 1987
Subcontractor
Arthur Q. Davis, F.A.I.A., Architects

Responsible for administering contracts for construction, including the Metrocenter Shopping Center, Alexandria, Louisiana ($8 million); redevelopment of Duncan Plaza, New Orleans, Louisiana ($1 million); renovations of New Orleans Aviation Board Offices, New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans, Louisiana ($1 million); several re-roofing, and various smaller projects. Sub-contractual responsibilities also included the production of contract documents for the renovation of and addition to the Sizeler Companies Corporate Offices, Kenner, Louisiana ($1.2 million)

1984 - 1985
Subcontractor
Labouissse & Waggoner, Architects, A.P.C.

Responsible for development and production of Construction Documents, Squadron Operations Building, N.A.S., New Orleans, Louisiana ($2 million). Working knowledge of D.O.D. Construction Criteria Manual, NFAC ENCOM Standard Specifications and Guide for Architects and Engineers, and Air Force Design Manual. Other projects include: Smith Brown Memorial Union, Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana ($1.8 million) renovations of and additions to Sullivan Residence, New Orleans, Louisiana ($450,000).

1970 - 1984 (intermittently)
Subcontractor
John M. Lachin, Jr., Architects, A.P.C.

Responsibilities included project conceptualization, programming, design and production of construction documents, job inspection and supervision, etc. Experience in reinforced concrete, steel, and wood frame construction, working knowledge of New Orleans Building Code, NFPA 101, H.U.D. and H.E.W. Minimum Property Standards, ANSI Handicapped Guidelines, etc. Projects included: St. John Berchman's Manor, New Orleans, Louisiana ($4.8 million); DeLille Inn, New Orleans, Louisiana ($2.2 million).