Year Joined: 2026
Michael Laster Jr., AIA
Job Captain
Architecture

Education and Certifications:

  • Associates of Science in Architecture, Morrisville State College
  • Bachelor of Science in Architecture, New York Institute of Technology
  • Associate Member, American Institute of Architects (AIA)

Professional Background:

Michael brings more than 16 years of experience in architecture, design, and project delivery, with a diverse background spanning multi-family residential, affordable housing, commercial, hospitality, education, transportation, civic, and institutional projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.

Throughout his career, Michael has been involved in projects ranging from residential renovations and new construction to large-scale, complex developments. His experience encompasses all phases of project delivery, including schematic design, design development, construction documentation, consultant coordination, agency coordination, and construction administration.

Michael also brings extensive technical expertise in Revit and Building Information Modeling (BIM). He has served in BIM leadership roles throughout his career, helping project teams establish efficient workflows, coordinate complex building systems, and utilize technology to improve project delivery. His experience also includes real-time visualization and virtual reality, which he has used to enhance design coordination and help clients better understand projects throughout the design process.

Position:

As a Job Captain at Aufgang, Michael is responsible for managing projects through design and construction documentation while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal project teams. He combines a strong technical background with a hands-on approach to project management, focusing on maintaining design intent, resolving coordination challenges, and keeping projects moving efficiently through each phase of development.

Personal Life:

Outside of architecture, Michael enjoys spending time with his family, football, gaming, paintballing with his son and exploring emerging technology. His interest in technology extends beyond the workplace, and he is always interested in finding new tools and ideas that can improve both the design process and everyday life.

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