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The value of mixing 2D with 3D and comparing scan data
The value of mixing 2D with 3D and comparing scan data
By John Jurewicz
Contributions
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What are the most effective techniques for generating meshes with good boundary approximation?
Issues to Consider when establishing mesh networks for construction sites: Reflections, sensors that go bad and verifying that i-beacons and triangulation is all working, These are all considerations we have recently experienced with establishing mesh networks.
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We’re proud to capture the No. 1 spot on the Crain's Detroit Business Fast 50: Detroit’s fastest-growing companies for 2024 list (subscription…
We’re proud to capture the No. 1 spot on the Crain's Detroit Business Fast 50: Detroit’s fastest-growing companies for 2024 list (subscription…
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Join me (!) & Mike Sicilia at #CloudWorld to explore how organizations are harnessing #AI to tackle their toughest challenges and realize their…
Join me (!) & Mike Sicilia at #CloudWorld to explore how organizations are harnessing #AI to tackle their toughest challenges and realize their…
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Experience
Education
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
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Activities and Societies: Built anti-synclastic structure in modular steel in the Architecture school courtyard after winning a design competition.
I worked on an Intergraph Workstation beginning my modeling career in 1984.
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Activities and Societies: Track- Pole Vaulting
Architecture and Computer modeling
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Core curriculum offered by LCI with an emphasis on Continuous Improvement
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Activities and Societies: B.F. Technical Services taught by Warren Olson
An Intensive 6 Hour Course on Fire Resistive Design Details and requirements.
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Activities and Societies: https://www.must-safety.com/
MUST is an organization of building trade unions and contractor associations working together to promote trade safety in Michigan. The 18 module program centers on trade specific safety training such as Aerial Lifts, cranes, fall protection, caught between, scaffolding and equipment blind spots. It takes OSHA certification to a higher level
Licenses & Certifications
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Revit 2014
Autodesk University
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NCARB Certificate
National College of Architectural Registration Board
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Licensed Architect Florida
Florida Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation
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Licensed Architect Minnesota
The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design
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Licensed Architect Wyoming
Wyoming State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects
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Licensed Architect Wisconsin
Wisconsin Dept. of Professional Regulation
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Licensed Architect Colorado
Colorado State Board of Licensure
Issued ExpiresCredential ID 401474
Volunteer Experience
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Junior Achievement
Lend Lease
- 3 years 1 month
Children
Lend Lease was a strong advocate for community Volunteer Projects
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Associate
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
- Present 8 years 10 months
Social Services
Helped feed those that are economically challenged
Publications
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Podcast on Reconstruct with Mani Golparvar
Construction Brothers
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The Future of Machine Learning
Oracle blog
Interview on where our industry is headed.
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Experts see 4D and 5D takeoff
Construction Advisor Today
Article on Industry trends with 4D and 5D
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The Realities of Green BIM: Energy Saving Methodologies for Achieving Energy Savings LEED Credits
WPL Publishing Co. Project Controls
After achieving LEED Gold on several Projects I designed, I wrote this article as a guider for achieving Energy and Optimization Credits.
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An Inside look at the Chicago Building Permit Process
Law Publishing Co. Real Estate Construction News
An article regarding tips for navigating the Building Permit Process at the City of Chicago Department of Construction and Permits.
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Integrating Steel
http://www.architectureweek.com/authors/John_Jurewicz-01.html
How to expedite the detailing and delivery of steel utilizing model based design.
Patents
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Apparatus and method for mobile computer-aided design
Issued US US 7272464 B1
A mobile computer aided design apparatus is disclosed comprising a vehicle that includes an engine and a cab. Inside the cab is a computer aided design workstation. The workstation is coupled to a router wherein the router includes a first wireless communication transceiver, a second communication transceiver, a third communication transceiver. The router is coupled to an antenna system. An uninterrupted power supply is coupled to the computer aided design work station, the router, and to the…
A mobile computer aided design apparatus is disclosed comprising a vehicle that includes an engine and a cab. Inside the cab is a computer aided design workstation. The workstation is coupled to a router wherein the router includes a first wireless communication transceiver, a second communication transceiver, a third communication transceiver. The router is coupled to an antenna system. An uninterrupted power supply is coupled to the computer aided design work station, the router, and to the engine. A plotter is coupled to the workstation and carried in the vehicle.
Courses
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2017 ICC Building Code Changes
ICC 2015
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Navisworks 2015 with I construct
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Synchro Pro Advanced
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Taught various technology courses over the past 12 years at the Univ. of Michigan and Northwestern University
CIVIL ENGINEERING CE 455
Projects
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Renovation of the GM Warren Tech Center Campus Design Build
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A multi-year / multi-phased design-build transformation of the General Motors Global Technical Center focused on updating the overall engineering campus, which originally opened in 1956. The work to date has included extensive higher end office renovations with mechanical, electrical and architectural upgrades. To date over the last six years I have been the lead superintendent on 8 transformation projects totaling over $350 million dollars mainly at the Cole / Vehicle Engineering Center.
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Detroit Factory Zero
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A 268,000 SF expansion and renovation of the existing 1 million SF body shop, a 25,000 SF addition and renovation of the 1.5 million SF. Design Build with Ghafari. The 3.5 million SF facility will produce 270,000 vehicles annually. The project included a 268,000 SF expansion and renovation of the existing 1 million SF body shop, a 25,000 SF addition and renovation of the 1.5 million SF general assembly shop, and a new 54,000 SF battery storage shop. A critical step in GM’s commitment to using…
A 268,000 SF expansion and renovation of the existing 1 million SF body shop, a 25,000 SF addition and renovation of the 1.5 million SF. Design Build with Ghafari. The 3.5 million SF facility will produce 270,000 vehicles annually. The project included a 268,000 SF expansion and renovation of the existing 1 million SF body shop, a 25,000 SF addition and renovation of the 1.5 million SF general assembly shop, and a new 54,000 SF battery storage shop. A critical step in GM’s commitment to using 100% renewable energy, the completed factory utilizes solar carports and a 516-kilowatt ground-mounted solar panel array.
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Ford Infrastructure Renovation of the Research and Engineering Center in Dearborn, MI
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The 8 Square-mile campus renovation e R&E site’s northwest corner—involved the renovation and documentation of all the tunnels systems and utilities that fed 143 buildings. New parking facilities, , lab space, exhibition space and maintenance buildings were provided. This doubled the number of employees at R&E from roughly 11,000 to 22,000 upon full realization of the master plan, supporting greater knowledge exchange, collaboration, and informal social interaction through heightened proximity…
The 8 Square-mile campus renovation e R&E site’s northwest corner—involved the renovation and documentation of all the tunnels systems and utilities that fed 143 buildings. New parking facilities, , lab space, exhibition space and maintenance buildings were provided. This doubled the number of employees at R&E from roughly 11,000 to 22,000 upon full realization of the master plan, supporting greater knowledge exchange, collaboration, and informal social interaction through heightened proximity and connectivity.
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GM Flint Paint Shop
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$115 million lump sum Design Build project in which we redeveloped an old brownfield engine plant site. Complete construction of a 1.3 million sq. ft. multi story building and site development with early implementation of RFID markers to document underground utilities. My team won an award for Implementation of Synchro Pro to simulate steel erection.
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Texas A&M Nanotech Lab and Research Park
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50,000 SF 2 story laboratory featuring synchro 4D cost loaded schedules and delivery installation simulations
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111 West Wacker
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58 story apartment tower with a tricky transfer slab at level 30. Coordination with existing structure from level 28 down. Smart points pushed back to model for verifying existing structure and post tension cable systems were modeled for coordination.
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Northwestern University Campus infrastructure
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multi-million dollar site campus utility redevelopment involving chilled water, steam, electrical, roadway relocations, scanning and modeling of existing utilities all simulated and linked to a construction schedule
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Ford's Blue Oval City, Stanton, TN
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11 MSF, on 4400 acres, 29 miles of underground piping for utilities, custom electrical systems, access roads, a railroad spur and shipping area. Approximately 30,000 tons of structural steel and 600,000 cu yd of concrete were required for the steel-framed facilities, both of which are founded on thousands of 6-ft-dia to 8-ft-dia caissons drilled an average of 70 ft deep to meet the area’s Category D seismic requirements.
Honors & Awards
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Running with the Bulls Award
General Motors
As a leader for the transformation Program, I was awarded the biggest risk taker for tackling many of the move management challenged we faced at Warren Technical Center.
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Leadership in the Science and Engineering of Process Plant Creation
Hexagon CAU Intergraph
Recognition by Hexagon's CAU Houston Chapter for my work leading teams with Design Build of Process Plants.
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Twenty Five year member of the AIA Chicacago
AIA Chicago
25 Yr Award for members in Good standing who have contributed to the Industry.
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Safety Award Great Lakes Region Innovation and Business Process - Individual
Lend Lease
This was the first year the company issued this award, out of all the entries in nationwide, I was selected as the most innovative, as rated by my peers.
Test Scores
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USGBC LEED AP Exam
Score: 99
LEED EXAM
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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