Originally hailing from Little Rock, AR, George Johnson, Jr. relocated to Tallahassee to pursue his education at Florida A&M University, where he successfully earned his Master of Architecture degree. His thesis focused on the concept of Campus Squares as Public Space. With a passion for architecture and design from a young age, George has dedicated over 15 years to the Architecture and Construction industry, contributing his expertise to various projects across Florida and South Georgia. These projects span diverse building types, including hospitality, healthcare, offices, residential, warehouses, and retail.
As a co-founder of Johnson + Milner, Inc., a local Minority Owned Structural Engineering Firm, George serves as the Vice President of Operations. Their outstanding work was recognized in 2019 when J+M received the esteemed honor of being acknowledged as the 2019 Minority Enterprise of the Year by the Office of Economic Vitality and Big Bend Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Committee. This accolade celebrates the exemplary contributions and dedicated efforts of minority-owned businesses in the Tallahassee area.
George is deeply committed to giving back to the community and has been actively involved in various community groups. Notably, he has been an essential part of the leadership team at the Tallahassee Component of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), receiving the President's Award in 2018-2023, and he is a graduate of the Jacob Leadership Institute. Additionally, George has served as an expert panelist for the Leon County Council on Culture and Arts (COCA) Cultural Facilities Matching Grant Program. His expertise and involvement in community matters led to his appointment by the Tallahassee City Commission to serve on the Minority, Women, & Small Business Enterprise Citizen Advisory Committee where he serves as the Vice Chair.
Mr. Johnson is a seasoned architectural designer with over 15 years of experience in creating comprehensive construction documents and delivering projects across various building types, including hospitality, civic facilities, aviation, office buildings, and retail centers. He is proficient in both 2D and 3D design mediums, providing clients with clear visualizations to better understand the final product. His specialties include ADA accessibility studies and remediation, project coordination, and fostering strong client relationships. In addition to his technical skills, Mr. Johnson has significant experience in programming, planning, and operational projects. He has collaborated with senior staff to develop and implement effective project strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals and regulatory standards. His dedication to excellence and ability to manage complex projects have been key to his successful track record in the architectural field.
Duties Include: As a coordinator of multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, and contractors, I ensure the alignment of efforts to achieve project goals effectively. I implement robust quality control processes to maintain technical accuracy and uphold a high standard of design deliverables. Additionally, I manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, optimizing costs to ensure projects are delivered on time. [Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Word]
Duties Include: Accounting, Assisting with Marketing for New Projects, Networking, and Day to Day Operations [AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Word]
Duties Include: Develop Design Presentations, Set Up and Organize Construction Documents, Implementing Red Line with Quality Control, Point of Client Contact for Commercial/Residential Projects, Assisting with Marketing for New Projects, Code Research, Quality Control Inspections, and Intern Supervision [AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Word]
Duties Include: Set Up and Organize Construction Documents, Implementing Red Line with limited Quality Control [MicroStation]
Graduated with a GPA of 3.9 on a 4.0 scale Thesis title: Campus Squares as Public Space
Graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.1 on 4.0 scale