Jaime Arce

Sign Professional with 30+ years in project implementation ADA-compliant sign design, known for efficient project execution, regulatory expertise, and proactive issue resolution. Dedicated to making spaces accessible, user-friendly, and visually effective. Known for a hands-on approach, I bring regulatory expertise, efficient project management, and have a knack for problem-solving and avoiding setbacks. My passion is helping teams create solutions that work seamlessly and exceed expectations.

Sign Designer - The Signworks - San Carlos, CA

(2025)

• Designer at sign company. Using many years of experience to design signs quickly and efficiently.
• Helping customers stay withing budgets and assuring ADA compliance as well as other city requirements.

Project Manager - JLA Consulting - Salida, CA

(2014 - 2024)

• Lead design and fabrication teams to deliver compliant signage solutions on time and within budget.
• Creating way finding solutions through precise campus sign installations.
• Spearhead campus-wide accessibility projects, implementing ADA-compliant designs to enhance user experience.
• Streamline project workflows, ensuring alignment with regulations and client requirements.

Designer / Project Manager - SLA Signage - San Leandro, CA

(2013 - 2014)

• Assisted with design, achieving regulatory compliance and high client satisfaction.
• Optimized project workflows to maximize efficiency, meeting compliance standards and completing projects on time.
• Designed ADA-compliant signage, reducing potential legal risks and enhancing project outcomes.
• Assured that transit projects were effective and efficient made to the highest standard.

Designer/Project Coordinator - Thomas Swan Signs - Richmond, CA

(2011 - 2013)

• Coordinated sign system layouts, streamlining project approval and delivery processes.
• Produced shop drawings to meet regulatory specifications, minimizing revision cycles and enhancing client trust.
• Managed resource allocation to deliver projects on time, ensuring consistent quality and client satisfaction.

Designer/Project Manager - Hackley Signs - Hayward, CA

(2006 - 2011)

• Meticulously oversaw quality control processes, guaranteeing flawless execution of design elements and adherence to brand guidelines, ADA-compliant signage, reducing legal risks and improving compliance across projects.
• Directed project drawings and quality control, achieving high client approval rates and regulatory compliance.
• Oversaw multiple projects, leveraging strong organizational skills to meet deadlines and optimize resource use.
• Fostered client relations and team collaboration, aligning project lifecycles with client goals and industry standards.

Designer / Project Manager - DSignArt - Walnut Creek, CA

(2004 - 2006)

• Designed various signage types to enhance brand visibility while adhering to permit, regulatory and brand requirements.
• Collaborated with client for concept refinement, ensuring clean execution and client satisfaction.
• Prepared drawings for permits, facilitating timely project approvals.

Shop Manager - DVS - Walnut Creek, CA

(2003 - 2004)

• Managed end-to-end shop operations, from order intake to final production and installation.
• Supervised teams to ensure accurate, timely completion of large-scale projects.

Sign Designer - SignTech - Ceres, CA

(2001 - 2003)

• Oversaw production, managing design and permit planning for compliance and client satisfaction.
• Maintained high-quality standards, completing projects on schedule and meeting client needs.
• Used router to produce dimensional letter faces and backs as well as cut through signs.

Graphic Design / Manager - Sign Pro - Atwater, CA

(1993 - 2001)

• Manager of vinyl shop. Ran day to day of shop assuring quality production of signs.
• Helped customers with design and helped them on their way to assure their concept was produced as they intended.
• Provided financial information to owners.

ADA and Accessible Communication - Signs and the ADA Course - The Toji Companies (2014 - 2014)

Sign Pro Missoula Montana - Sign Pro Education on how to run a Sign Pro franchise. 3M products education and how to install such products. - Sign Pro Education (1993 - 1993)