Debra L. Haggart
2910 Collins Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
wakemd39@yahoo.com
(301) 518-8547
Summary of Qualifications
Focused and technically oriented professional with over twenty three years of experience in engineering
plan production using MicroStation and other CAD software. Possess interdisciplinary skills and a
proven track record of providing quality deliverables. Areas of expertise include:
Project Management
CAD drafting and coordination of Cad Standards.
Develop and implement CAD Training program and company training database.
Develop, implement and maintain CAD standards and symbology.
Generate training materials such as manuals, procedures, and audio video interleave (AVI).
Manage daily CAD operations and configurations in multiple locations.
Familiar with Windows OS and Office Suite, Visio, Sharepoint, Track-It, PCAnywhere,WinZip,
Camtasia Studio, Snag-It, Citrix, and DOS, Autocad, Livelink,.
Provide IT Help Desk support.
Professional Experience
URS
Architectural Drafter/Designer III
Columbia, MD
January 2011–Present
• Active Security Clearance.
• Drafting for multiple US government clients, projects and locations using both Microstation and
Autocad formats for architectural, mechanical, electrical & fire protection systems.
• Project management to update master drawings for a government facility
• Review and markup drawings for quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Performed CAD Manager Duties.
• Coordinate drafting tasks and oversee timely production of deliverables.
• Provide training and mentoring to junior drafters.
BAE Systems
Drafter III
Rockville, MD
January 2009–January 2011
• Active Security Clearance.
• Draft and maintain interface coordination drawings for the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Program.
• Review and markup drawings for quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Supervise drafting team and perform as acting lead drafter as needed.
• Coordinate drafting tasks and oversee timely production of deliverables.
• Provide training and mentoring to junior drafters.
Loiederman Soltesz Associates, Inc. (LSA)
Senior CAD Specialist
Rockville, MD
January 1999–October 2008
• Developed and implemented CAD training program.
• Designed and enforced CAD standards.
• Provided training (via hands-on sessions, group lecture, and one-on-one instruction) to more than
300 company employees.
• Generated procedures, training documents, and AVIs for numerous LSA software packages.
• Coordinated monthly meetings (including managing attendance, facilitating the meeting, and
generating and posting minutes on intranet).
• Provided configuration, implementation, training, and support of MicroStation and InRoads (CAD
software products).
• Ensured smooth integration with supporting packages (e.g., AutoCad, Axiom, GIS, AutoTurn,
SketchUp, Adobe, and Photoshop)
• Provided help desk support by assisting users in daily tasks, installing software and printers/plotters.
Greenhorne & O’Mara
CAD Production Operator III
Rockville, MD
May 1988–January 1999
• Produced a wide range of drawings including commercial and residential engineering plans, survey
plans, details and specification plans, and other specialty exhibits for various county jurisdictions
and states.
• Produced several color renderings, schematics, details, charts, and design manuals.
• Produced hand-drafted plans for agency submittals prior to transition to MicroStation.
• Assisted in implementing company-wide standards for use of the CAD systems.
• Coordinated and conducted CAD meetings for the Rockville office.
Education
University of Maryland University College (UMUC)
Currently completing coursework to fulfill the degree requirements for Bachelor of Science in
Accounting with a minor in Business Administration.
Montgomery Community College
Associate Degree, Architectural Construction Technology
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer—NT 4.0
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Bentley
Bentley Certified Trainer
5 Star Learning Achievement
(Attended several training classes for both MicroStation and AutoCad software)
Awards/Honors
• 2011 ‘Award of Excellence’ for URS, Columbia office
• 2010 ‘Performance Award’ for outstanding service on the drafting team @ BAE Systems
• Certificate of Merit for the American Congress on Surveying & Mapping map design
competition (1992)
• 1st place for the MD Society of Surveyors Specialty/Presentation Plat Competition (1991)