Experience

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Green Effects Inc

Construction Project Manager

July 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)

Pacific, Washington, United States

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NUSSBAUM GROUP

2 years 1 month

Director Of Construction

August 2021 - March 2022 (8 months)

Redmond, Washington, United States

• Corresponded with existing and potential clients, general contractors,architects, landscape architects, civil and structural engineers, and otherallied professions to bolster long-term relationships and collaborate on activeconstruction projects.• Represented the construction department on the Senior Management Teamand worked with the CEO in making organizational, operational, strategic, andfinancial decisions for the company.• Provided leadership to a construction department of approximately 30people, with six direct reports, which included five construction projectmanagers and one senior construction superintendent responsible for completing approximately $10.5 million in active construction projects on timeand on budget.• Ensured new projects aligned with company strategic objectives by leadingthe examination of qualification, interviewing, scope of work, and pricecomponents of new work.• Conducted safety audits of the company’s active construction sites andbrought the company into compliance with OSHA and L&I site safetyrequirements. This included developing reporting accountability forsuperintendent safety tailgate talks, the creation of a safety committee, andcreation of Safety Data Sheet binders for each job site and superintendenttruck.• Examined company and departmental P&Ls, project budgets, and expense-specific financial reports for potential to increase profitability and accountability.

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Senior Construction Project Manager

March 2020 - August 2021 (1 year 6 months)

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Managed the delivery of construction projects to specified standards, whichincluded all aspects of construction management from initial budgeting,presentations to clients, material procurement, subcontractor coordination,preparation of change orders, submittals, scheduling, and client billing throughto the end of the warranty period.• Oversaw three construction project managers and provided training andmentorship to improve project performance.

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HD Fowler Company

Outside Sales Representative, Irrigation

May 2018 - March 2020 (1 year 11 months)

Bellevue, WA

• Organized and maintained a systematic approach to customer relationshipsand high-quality service in two territories, including over 85 accounts, in theSeattle-metro area.• Maintained an account portfolio and territory plan that included relevantand thorough customer information, sales and margin targets, and individualaccount strategies.• Within the territories, increased sales volume and margin, assisted in thebudgeting process, demonstrated fiscal and resource responsibility.

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Northwest Landscape Services (A Monarch Landscape Company)

North Sound Enhancement Manager | Project Management |Leadership

April 2015 - May 2018 (3 years 2 months)

Woodinville, WA

At NLS, it was my job to provide project management, leadership, andaccountability for the efficient, safe, and profitable construction of ourlandscape projects in District 2, an area which stretched from North Seattleand Kirkland/Redmond on the Eastside, north to the Canadian border.- I proactively consulted with clients to assess their landscaping needs,including landscape renovations, property enhancements, and horticulturalservices, and presented proposals to clients and executed sales contracts.- I maintained landscape project revenues that met or exceeded organizationalbudgets/expectations.- I scheduled labor and managed subcontractors to meet contractualspecifications and worked with my team to ensure quality objectives were met.- I maintained a safe, organized work environment for 14 direct reports,while seeking out opportunities to provide on-the-job training, mentoring,and educational opportunities to develop my team for advancement in theircareers.

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The Brickman Group (BrightView)

Account Manager | Sales and Marketing | Business Development |Leadership

June 2013 - April 2015 (1 year 11 months)

Redmond, WA

At The Brickman Group, I supported and managed 75+ accounts and servicepartners within the Eastside and Everett market. I provided leadershipand initiative to the crews to ensure services were completed and clientexpectations were met or exceeded. I developed and maintained strong, long-term relationships with vendors and service partners and fully leveraged ourrelationships to ensure consistent service and benefits to the customer.- I communicated frequently with customers to ensure high-quality serviceexpectations were met, and proactively presented and sold site enhancement(work order and design opportunity) ideas to customers.- I identified and communicated business development opportunities andresponded to Requests for Proposals (RFPs.)- I provided instruction to crews and service partners regarding clientexpectations and conducted monthly Quality Site Assessments (QSAs) ofthe work on clients’ sites, and assisted in resolving any issues with customerservice when needed. I measured properties, developed landscape designs, and createdestimates for enhancement opportunities. Non-contract client requests werecommunicated and work was scheduled in a timely manner to meet clientexpectations.In addition to my day-to-day responsibilities, I developed strong relationshipswith Operations Managers, administrative staff, and field crews, becauseI believe every person on the team is essential for providing exceptionalcustomer service.

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Terrawerks, LLC

Owner and Principal

May 2013 - 2015 (2 years)

Seattle, Washington

RealEstate.com

Contributing landscape expert and writer

July 2012 - April 2014 (1 year 10 months)

Provides by-monthly articles on landscape design, gardening, and urbanagriculture, as well as landscape issues related to real estate such asaccessibility and home buying and selling.

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Stordahl Design

Landscape Architectural Designer

August 2011 - May 2013 (1 year 10 months)

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GGLO, LLC.

Landscape Architecture Designer

January 2006 - January 2011 (5 years 1 month)

Co-developed staff surveys and drafted an environmental policy to reduce theenvironmental impact of business operations, which resulted in an overnightcomputer shutdown policy that is estimated to save approximately 20% of thetotal office energy demand.Managed communications, contract administration, and documentationbetween consultants and clients to coordinate the production of drawings,specifications, marketing materials, and presentation materials for private andpublic projects.

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Stordahl Design

Landscape Designer

June 2005 - January 2006 (8 months)

Owned and managed operations of a landscape architectural consultingbusiness. Clients included the City of Seattle, Lane Associates, Jay RoodLandscape Architecture, and Akers Landscaping.

City of Seattle

Planning Intern/Project Support

March 2004 - March 2005 (1 year 1 month)

Examined public realm design opportunities along the proposed MonorailGreen Line alignment and designed segment and station area planningdocuments.Coordinated the documentation for the Integrating the Monorail Team andthe Monorail Corridor Task Force proposals. this included collecting teammember drawings, drafting of proposed plans and sections, coordinatingwith SPU Technical Resource personnal to create AutoCAD drawings, andproduction editing in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign for the report, "Integratingthe Monorail", to Mayor Greg Nickels, City of Seattle.Conducted research on proposed changes to the City of Seattle’s GreenStreets plan and developed plans for East Thomas Street, a designated greenstreet in the Cascade neighborhood of Seattle.

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AHBL Inc.

Landscape Architecture Intern

2002 - 2003 (1 year)

Tacoma, WA

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams on a range of public and privateprojects, including the researching analyzing, writing, and production of the“Buckley Gulch Forest Management Report,” which was used to gain $10,000in funding and permitting needed to restore the Buckley Gulch of Tacoma, WA.

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Education

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Seattle University

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Leadership ExecutiveMBA · (2010 - 2012)

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University of Washington

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Landscape Architecture · (2000 - 2004)

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