Brent Collins

Managed up to six member design team at high-end, custom metalwork company with multi-million dollar residential, commercial, and institutional contracts.
Planning and tracking project development timelines and design department resources.
Establishing and implementing design standards, processes, and protocols for effective output of over 1000 unique parts each quarter.
Developing construction methodologies tailored to available equipment and resources.
Designing, procuring, and shepherding all necessary element and assemblies for high value/high visibility architectural features.
Coordinating with project managers, production management, install team leads, and ownership for project success from concept through installation.

Assisted in product development and manufacture
Built 3D models for prototyping
Generated drawings and renderings for patent applications, shop use, and client presentation
Designed, Fabricated, and installed cabinetry, millwork, and custom furniture
Consulted with architects, designers, and clients on design details

Pitched and developed concepts for furniture and accessory collections consistent with brand identity and in response to sales and marketing data analysis
Created 3d models and technical drawing for production in overseas factories

Managed or created all design transmittals on multiple high-end renovations
Worked closely with Principal designer to develop concepts and detailing
Generated preliminary concepts and renderings for furniture, fixtures, and interiors
Managed additional draftsman and renderers at peak workloads

Designed architectural components, specializing in sheet metal construction
Managed project production and installation
Developed fabrication strategies and construction drawings for formally complex, large scale projects
Coordinated with clients, providing production schedules, quality assurance, and design detail consultation

Served two departments in facilitating prototype production via 3d printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, CNC mills, and computers
Hired, trained, and supervised 15 student workers. Led monthly staff and informational meetings
Set operational policy, conducted employee oversight and conflict resolution
Increased efficiency of CNC team and provided rapid maintenance to mill
Worked with department and institute administrators, outside companies and students to effectively double production capabilities of the lab