re: Need some help from the workout/nutrition gurus

I thunk you are doing fine with two exceptions.
I agree u need more calories. I would hang around 1800. You probably burn 2500 on days you work out. I am a fan of lower carbs, < 100 and higher protien > 150.
Then the best way to cut down will be add in cardio. Do some fasted walking or some rounds on the treadmill. Continue to lift, but throw in some cardio. Add 20 min to end of workout.