Karla Gonzalez

Bilingual Architect and Technical Project Professional with hands-on experience supporting U.S.-based commercial and residential glazing projects, including architectural aluminum systems, storefront, curtain wall, entrance systems, windows, doors, and custom glazing solutions. Experienced coordinating technical project activities from architectural drawing review and estimating through documentation preparation, order coordination, fabrication support, and production readiness. Skilled in interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical requirements while collaborating with customers, engineering, manufacturing, production, and logistics teams.

Combines architectural expertise, glazing system knowledge, technical estimating, project coordination, and operational leadership to deliver accurate, manufacturable, and customer-focused solutions. Recognized for resolving technical challenges, improving workflows, supporting cross-functional teams, and maintaining project accuracy throughout the project lifecycle. U.S.

Citizen authorized to work in the United States with experience supporting U.S.-based construction operations remotely.

Technical Project Coordinator | Glazing & Aluminum Systems at PRL Glass and Aluminum Systems (2023-04 – Present)

I started as an Aluminum Estimator and Order Processor, preparing estimates, technical documentation, shop drawings, layouts, takeoffs, and order packages for architectural aluminum systems based on project scope and construction documents. Currently, I coordinate commercial and residential glazing projects supporting the U.S. market by managing technical documentation, project requirements, order preparation, fabrication coordination, and production readiness. I serve as the technical liaison between customers, estimating, engineering, manufacturing, production, logistics, and internal teams to ensure accurate, efficient, and successful project execution.

• Coordinate commercial glazing projects from architectural drawing review and technical evaluation through order preparation and manufacturing support.
• Review architectural drawings, elevations, specifications, schedules, glass requirements, hardware, finishes, dimensions, and system configurations to ensure technical accuracy and fabrication readiness.
• Prepare and coordinate detailed order packages containing project requirements, measurements, materials, system information, and fabrication details to support successful production execution.
• Support technical documentation processes by reviewing project information, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating clarifications to maintain alignment between customer requirements and manufacturing capabilities.

Architect | Construction Project Manager at Independent Professional Experience (2021-01 – Present)

Managed residential construction projects from concept through completion by coordinating architectural design, technical documentation, budgeting, contractors, suppliers, construction activities, and client communication. Delivered residential, commercial, hospitality, and FF&E projects while balancing design intent, technical execution, project schedules, and client expectations.

• Manage architectural projects through design development, construction documentation, budgeting, contractor coordination, and project execution.
• Coordinate communication between clients, contractors, suppliers, and specialized trades to resolve technical challenges and maintain project progress.
• Develop architectural drawings, construction details, project documentation, and technical packages supporting accurate project execution.
• Coordinate material selections, design adjustments, quality considerations, and construction decisions while maintaining alignment between client expectations and project requirements.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve technical questions, recommend practical alternatives, and support project continuity when adjustments or material considerations are required.
• Support commercial glazing projects valued up to $1.5M by coordinating technical reviews, estimating activities, pricing validation, documentation accuracy, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with production and manufacturing teams to address technical challenges, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain alignment between project documentation and fabrication processes.
• Develop and train team members on glazing systems, aluminum systems, estimating procedures, technical documentation, and company workflows to strengthen team consistency and performance.

Bachelor of Architecture in Architecture – Universidad Metropolitana Xalapa