To secure a rewarding and challenging project management position. Able to work as a client representative or for an architect.
SUMMARY
Licensed Architect and Senior Project Manager with a strong background in corporate real estate services. Expertise includes project management, budgeting, bid review, cost control, product specification, contract administration, and permitting. Orchestrates the efforts of consulting engineers and facilitates project meetings to ensure timely completion of assignments. Extensive knowledge of building standards and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as well as guidelines for the healthcare, corporate office, banking, retail, civic, and residential sectors. Member of American Institute of Architects (AIA) and an Accredited Professional in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED AP). Proficient in AutoCAD, Desktop, Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jones Lang LaSalle
Chicago, Illinois
2006 - 2009
Jones Lang LaSalle is the leading global financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate services and investment management.
Senior Project Manager
Represents the interests of major corporate clients including Harris Bank and Aetna in all matters related to the client’s capital expenditures and real estate needs. Manages the competitive bid process, contractor review, contract awards, and development plans for new construction, office build-out, and renovation projects. Project scopes from 1,000 to 47,000 square feet with budgets from $100,000 to $10 million.
• Completed 9 Aetna office build-outs in fewer than 9 months. Projects encompassed conference rooms, complex server rooms, break rooms as well as private and open offices.
• Managed a major 14,000 square foot relocation and expansion for Aetna within critical cost containment and time considerations. Developed a plan to utilize existing furniture for over 50% of new location while saving over $200,000 and completing the move for a staff of 115 people in two days.
• Successfully completed 7 new Harris branch banks and 3 executive office build-outs in the Chicago metropolitan area on time and within budget.
• Reviewed and revised plans for 3 new Harris branch banks to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification requirements.
• Proposed alternate plan, to civil engineer’s design, to utilize existing stone fill on a redevelopment site for a new Harris Bank with realized savings over $300,000.
• Completed largest branch bank prototype construction involving a 7,500 square foot facility and successfully gained concession from Cook County for critical driveway easement.
BFHL
San Francisco, California
2004 - 2006
BFHL is a planning and architecture firm specializing in healthcare projects including hospitals, imaging, surgery, and clinic facilities.
Project Manager
Responsible for design, permitting, and construction of over 80 healthcare projects. Provide orientation, supervision and development for a team of 4 architectural interns. Develop solid partnerships with user groups including directors, doctors, nurses, safety and standards compliance officers.
• Led multiple Kaiser Permanente digital radiology upgrade projects including CT, RF, IR Angio and X-ray requiring stringent state regulatory approval by the California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD).
• Implemented an innovative solution for routing of an MRI cryogenic vent though unforeseen structural conditions preventing a lengthy and costly project delay.
• Designed a phased expansion and renovation of an allergy clinic that allowed for uninterrupted operations preventing a disruption to patient services.
• Designed a 12 chair infusion clinic with an open plan providing for a more patient focused experience.
Interplan Midwest
Oak Brook Terrace, Illinois
2001 - 2004
Interplan works with companies of all sizes, providing new design, renovation, remodeling, conversion, and specialty services.
Project Manager
Provides architectural services for a wide rang of clients with projects in retail, corporate, civic, and restaurant businesses. Responsible for obtaining City of Chicago Department of Buildings Permits. Accountable for and provided leadership to 4 Architect interns.
• Assisted the Town of Cicero in pursuing bonding funds from a bankrupt contractor for a 27, 000 square foot public library expansion and renovation with a budget of $ 3.3 million. Successfully restarted and completed the project prior to permit expiration.
• Provided design options to Village of McCook that captured enough savings to install a standing seem metal roof on a 14,000 square foot public works facility.
Ulstad Architect
Dubuque, Iowa
1998-2001
Intern Architect; Taking projects from design to construction
Design, drafting, and construction supervision of residential projects. 1991-1998
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
American Institute of Architects (AIA), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP), National Council of Architecture Registration Boards (NCARB), and Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust
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