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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and BIM manager who thrives on solving complex problems with practical, well-researched solutions. I merge hands-on drafting, architectural design, and digital project management to turn concepts into reliable, real-world results. From founding Dracon Studios to coordinating large BIM workflows and production pipelines, I’m curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. I bring creative energy, technical rigor, and a solutions-driven mindset to every project and team I work with.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer and BIM manager who thrives on solving complex problems with practical, well-researched solutions. I merge hands-on drafting, architectural design, and digital project management to turn concepts into reliable, real-world results. From founding Dracon Studios to coordinating large BIM workflows and production pipelines, I’m curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. I bring creative energy, technical rigor, and a solutions-driven mindset to every project and team I work with.

J Raleigh Smith

Architect, Designer, Project Manager, +6

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and BIM manager who thrives on solving complex problems with practical, well-researched solutions. I merge hands-on drafting, architectural design, and digital project management to turn concepts into reliable, real-world results. From founding Dracon Studios to coordinating large BIM workflows and production pipelines, I’m curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. I bring creative energy, technical rigor, and a solutions-driven mindset to every project and team I work with.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer and BIM manager who thrives on solving complex problems with practical, well-researched solutions. I merge hands-on drafting, architectural design, and digital project management to turn concepts into reliable, real-world results. From founding Dracon Studios to coordinating large BIM workflows and production pipelines, I’m curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. I bring creative energy, technical rigor, and a solutions-driven mindset to every project and team I work with.

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer and BIM manager who thrives on solving complex problems with practical, well-researched solutions. I merge hands-on drafting, architectural design, and digital project management to turn concepts into reliable, real-world results.

From founding Dracon Studios to coordinating large BIM workflows and production pipelines, I’m curious, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. I bring creative energy, technical rigor, and a solutions-driven mindset to every project and team I work with.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder/COO / Web and Program Development / BIM Consultant / Systems Development at Dracon Studios

August 1, 2006 - Present

Developed marketing plans and oversaw execution; consulted on system development; led two-way data transfer software development for Revit and project management via IFC and database exchange; oversaw financial reports and expense review; analyzed client documents to determine estimating formulas; developed design concepts with clients; provided estimates and quotes; planned schedules and resources; coordinated graphic designers and developers for websites and media; designed cover art and marketing materials; ensured code and programming consistency and operability.

VDC Modeler at Cache Valley Electric

November 1, 2018 - Present

Coordinated schedules; modelled conduit and electrical equipment with GC and subcontractors; integrated design models with Construction Documents to deliver timely and cost-effective projects; created installation drawings for field staff and prefabs; checked plans for consistency; aligned tasks with team and VDC consultant.

BIM Specialist / Senior Drafter Over Training at Dunn and Associates

September 1, 2011 - November 1, 2018

Complete Construction Documents by internal and external deadlines; created and organized information databases for production drawings; coordinated with design models and other professionals; drafted construction documents under supervision; researched new processes for production and development; created and developed Revit families and procedures to streamline production; trained new employees in drafting procedures and company standards; delegated tasks and developed macros to increase productivity.

Project Manager / Project Architect at Chris Layton and Associates

May 1, 2006 - February 1, 2010

Created and executed project schedules; initiated design changes with professionals; developed aesthetic plan documents for client presentations; tracked RFIs and ASIs; submitted drawings to city for review and responded to city comments; performed BOMA calculations; checked plans for code compliance; troubleshooted PC/server issues; maintained office supplies and backups.

Joist and Deck Detailer at Steel Encounters

October 1, 2004 - September 1, 2006

Detail shop drawings for steel trusses and deck; calculated lengths and loads; created Bills of Materials; tracked RFIs and change orders; coordinated design changes with architects and engineers; performed back-checks for accuracy and code compliance.

Head Framer at Macs Hobby and Crafts

July 1, 2006 - October 31, 2006

Lead framing duties; ordered materials; assisted with marketing and ad design; established pricing for materials; used AutoCAD for mat layout and design; oversaw production and assignments.

Framer at Macs Hobby and Crafts

August 1, 1999 - July 31, 2006

Framed residential structures; assisted with marketing and ad design; ordered materials; used AutoCAD for material layout and design; supported production and assignments.