LAURIE PLUT
23204 9th Place West 425-424-2066
Bothell, WA 98021
PROJECT MANAGER / DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
Retail  Commercial  Hospitality  Multi-Family  Mixed Use
Seasoned Project Manager possessing 14 years of extensive experience leading full-scale design, construction and facility maintenance projects. A results-driven leader with a proven track record cultivating high performance teams to impact bottom-line objectives. Establishes strategic policies, procedures, and budgets while meeting client, contractor, supplier, and consultant needs. Applies value engineering skills and conducts effective budget analysis to capture thousands of dollars in company costs.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
* Project Mgmt * Accomplished Designer * Construction Mgmt
* Tenant Improvements * Programming & Space Utilization * Owner/Tenant Relations
* Asset & Property Mgmt * Facility Operations & Maintenance * Owner’s Representative
* Contracts & Leases * Move Planning & Relocation Services * Property Portfolio Mgmt
* Site Selection & Due Diligence * Scope, Schedule & Budget Preparation * Exterior/Interior Renovations
* Estimator for Profit * Planning - Ground up design to build * Team Builder
* Purchasing & Inventory Control * Asset Mgmt * Effective Leader
KEY SKILLS
* Capital Improvements * Asset Condition Analysis * Interior Design
* Detailing & Specifications * Project Team Assembly * Branding & Identity
* Feasibility Studies * Consultant Services Procurement * Franchise Compliance & Stnds
* AutoCAD * Programming, Schematics, Concepts * Space Planning
* Negotiation * Value Engineering * Multiple Projects
* Quality Control * Cost Estimating & Analysis * Inventory Control & Mgmt
* Green Design * MEP Plan Development * Contract Document dev.
ACHIEVEMENTS & RESULTS
Budget Analysis/Management
 Planned, designed and managed construction of 41 Retail/Commercial projects in 2 years time - $33M Value.
 Saved Wyndham $800K in operational and capital costs per project and improved sales processes by evaluating marketing budgets and procedures and creating new company brand standards for retail and commercial space - size, layout and design.
 Managed a portfolio of 23 Resort properties (800 units) including the design, development, construction and property/facility maintenance improving resort status from 3 to 5 stars - Increasing time share sales by 10% and customer satisfaction scores from 76% to 98%.
 Developed a reserve study, listing all resort assets, life expectancy and full replacement costs for long term Capital assessment analysis.
 Proposed a Capital projects budget increase from $700K to $8M annually for 3 consecutive years.
 Enhanced resort’s quality by creating and implementing a three-year refurbishment plan valued at $30M.
Creative Design Acumen
 Renovated the interiors, exteriors and common areas of 20-year old, three star resorts, to five star contenders.
 Effectively designed, managed, and closed over 220 custom homes, as well as coordinated the architectural detailing and company quality standards.
 Collaborated with suppliers and contractors to establish a client customization program boosting customer satisfaction to 96% and generating $500K in profits.
 As an Executive team member, strategize on direction of company, developed a mission statement, re-named and branded Vacation Internationale creating new direction to retain current owners and improve bottom line.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
WYNDHAM VACATION OWNERSHIP
Director – Retail/Office Development 8/06 – 11/08
Planned, designed and managed construction of over 41 Retail and Commercial projects ranging from small 400 sf to 22,000 sf commercial office spaces throughout the US and Canada. Individual projects cost up to $6M. Monitored all aspects of construction including; site selection, due diligence, lease negotiation, estimating and budget preparation, write scopes of work, prepares schedules, administers bid process, manages all contract negotiation and administration. Oversight of move planning and relocation. Conducts detailed inventory spreadsheets to analyze facility needs. Complete office and retail programming, schematic design, construction drawing approval, including architectural & interior detailing. Completes all FF&E specifications, procurement, consolidation, installation, and/or liquidation. Manages all signage design, A/V and IT design and installation. Ensures receipt of all close-out documentation– as-built’s, C of O, etc. Responsible for all maintenance for sites as well.
• Played an instrumental role in developing the new WYNDHAM brand office standards.
DAWSON DESIGN ASSOCIATES
Project Manager 1/06 – 8/06
Managed and oversaw the architectural design of hotels, retail spaces, spas and restaurants.
Lead teams of designers from concept through to contracting the work. Primary contact with owners, architects and clients. Conducted all due diligence site visits, writes scope of work and prepares client proposals. Completed detailed inventory lists. Point of contact with the General Contractors for all contract administration, budget and schedule preparation. Designed custom lighting, furniture and carpet. Oversight of all FF&E specification, procurement and installation. Managed architectural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical consultant coordination and communications.
• Multiple design teams and multiple large projects at one time.
VACATION INTERNATIONALE
Project Manager, Refurbishment Department 1/00 – 9/05
Managed a portfolio of 23 resorts (800 multi-family units) throughout the Western US, Mexico, Hawaii and Canada. Responsible for complete design and construction renovations as well as all property maintenance. Developed and managed a $30M refurbishment plan. Oversight of all Annual and Capital budget preparation, schedules, contract negotiation, material and FF&E specifications, purchasing and installation.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously. Active member of Board of Directors and sat on multiple HOA boards.
• Strategize with executive team on direction of company, developing a mission statement, re-naming the company, and updating marketing materials, following creating new direction to retain current owners and improve bottom line.
• Increased owner/client satisfaction scores 18% resulting in an increase of sales of 10%.
• Presented new mission and vision to resort staff throughout the company, implementing new standards and developing greater engagement by staff leading to increased owner satisfaction.
• Persuaded Board of Directors and timeshare owners to move forward with extensive 5 year, $30 million resort refurbishment plan after preparing a Capital Reserve Study of all resorts, improving resort status from three to five stars, increasing sales and customer satisfaction scores.
• Negotiated lower pricing and better service with outside vendors to allow greater utilization of renovation funds.
INTRACORP DEVELOPMENT
Senior Designer 4/96 – 1/00
Oversaw the conceptual design, detailing, and specifications for residential and public interiors - Multi-family projects. Involved in all phases of project development, architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, interior detailing and all standard interior finish specifications. Maintained quality control and customer relations.
• Worked on 3 large multi-family projects customizing 220 client homes, including framing/structural, electrical, plumbing, cabinetry, and all interior finish upgrades.
• Expert design and selling skills resulted in a $500K profit for the company.
EDUCATION
Associates - Architectural/Interior Design – 3-Year Program Bellevue Community College
Washington State Real Estate License Currently taking the Fundamental Course
AutoCAD Northgate Community College
Accounting Pierce Community College
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Hospitality & Multi-Family Renovation Projects –Design & Construction Management:
• Embarcadero Resort, Embarcadero, OR – 41 units – Avg 750 sf
• Villas De Santa Fe Resort, Santa Fe, NM – 25 units – Avg 650 sf
• Elkhorn Village Resort, Sun Valley, ID – 20 units – Avg 520 sf
• Pines at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR – 68 units – Avg 880 sf
• Sea Village Resort, Kona, HI – 51 units – Avg 850 sf
• Royal Kuhio Resort, Honolulu, HI – 50 units – Avg 1103 sf
• Kingsbury of Tahoe Resort, South Lake Tahoe, NV – 20 units – Avg 1370 sf
• Clocktower Resort, Whistler, Canada – 15 units – Avg 480 sf
• Vallarta Torre Resort, Puerto Vallarta, MX – 64 units - Avg 950 sf
• Oasis Resort, Palm Springs, CA – 116 unit – Avg 1003 sf
• Torres Mazatlan Resort, Mazatlan, MX – 126 units – 780 sf
• Point Brown Resort, Ocean Shores, WA – 24 Units – Avg 1200 sf
• Grand Desert Resort- Lobby remodel, LV, NV – Approx. 9000 sf
• The Pines at Sunriver Resort, Gift shop/lobby – Approx. 4400 sf
Retail & Commercial Tenant Improvement Projects –Project Management and design:
• Paradise Cove Resort, CA – 35000 sf Conference Center and Spa
• Emerald Beach, FL – 21000 sf Sales office
• Oceanside, CA – 6000sf Sales office
• Riverside, CA – 5500sf Sales office
• Tropicana, LV, NV – 5000 sf Sales Office
• Anaheim, CA – 12000 sf Sales office
• Banff, Canada – 2000 sf Sales office
• Oakwood Resort, CA – 6000 sf Sales office
• Torres Mazatlan Resort, MX – 3600 sf Restaurant
• Vallarta Torre Resort, Puerto Vallarta, MX – 5600 sf Restaurant
• Multiple Marketing centers in Retail malls and shopping centers throughout the US.
Exterior Construction/Remodel projects – Project/Construction Management:
• Point Brown Resort, Ocean Shores, WA – Complete dry-rot remediation
• Kingsbury of Tahoe Resort, Lake Tahoe, NV – Roof replacement, spalling repairs, balcony/deck replacement, paint, replace windows
• Oasis Resort, Palm Springs, CA – Spalling repairs, window replacement, HVAC replacement, roof replacement, paint, landscaping, pool renovations, Tennis court resurfacing
• Torres Mazatlan Resort, MZ – Complete spalling remediation and structural repairs, roof tile replacement, balcony replacement, pool renovation, HVAC replacements, Plumbing & Electrical upgrades, Boiler/Mechanical room renovation – including 2 large chillers and water coolers
• Clocktower Resort, Whistler, Canada – Roof replacement, window replacement, paint
• Vallarta Torre Resort, Puerto Vallarta, MX – Pool renovation, spa renovation, all walkways and decking replaced, new landscaping, Boiler/mechanical room renovation- Including 2 large chillers and water coolers, added employee cafeteria, liquor storage building.
• The Pines at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR – Complete exterior remodel, ADA upgrades, ramping, parking structure remodel, pool renovation, roof replacements, electrical upgrades, walk-way/decking upgrades
• Sea Village Resort, Kona, HI – Dry rot remediation, window replacements, deck replacement
Multi-Family Development – Design/Build:
• 220 Custom Condo’s, town homes & single family units
• Rivertrail Town homes, Redmond, WA
• Portsmith Condominiums, Kirkland, WA
• Waterfront Landing Condominiums, Seattle, WA
• Silverleaf - Single Family residences, Issaquah, WA
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