I resolve to attain a position within a company that values the community it operates in and strives to provide its customers beautiful, innovative and sustainable solutions through landscape design and maintenance. I hope to be expand my knowledge of the landscape industry through exposure to multiple areas of the field including construction, maintenance, design and business relations.
Objective:
I resolve to attain a position within a company that values the community it operates in and strives to provide its customers beautiful, innovative and sustainable solutions through landscape design and maintenance. I hope to be expand my knowledge of the landscape industry through exposure to multiple areas of the field including construction, maintenance design and business relations.
Education:
1999-May 2003 Mississippi State University, Bachelor in Landscape Architecture
1998-1999 Jones County Jr. College
1997-1998 University of Southern Mississippi
Employment History:
Present Associate at The Home Depot Casselberry FL
Vitoria Albert, Garden Department Manager 407.332.9500
I provide customer service including advice on outdoor projects, help with estimating jobs, finding specific items and loading heavy items into carts. I also ensure that store shelves are properly stocked, the outdoor garden is clean and safe and items are properly marked and priced. I particularly enjoy informing customers on the green and organic options available to them in the store.
Present Cook at Harmoni Market and Bistro College Park FL
John Gabrovic, Restaurant Owner 407.206.0033
As pantry cook I prepare sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and cold appetizers. I also prep food for sale at the market and for use in various dishes that are served in the bistro. In addition I often act as a liaison between the restaurant and local food groups and growers to ensure that Harmoni remains true to its core philosophy of providing fresh, local and organic “slow†food whenever possible.
2007-09 Associate at Foster Conant & Associates Orlando FL
Richard Conant, RLA – Owner/President 407.648.2225
I created landscape architectural documents from preliminary design and permitting through bid and construction documentation for this landscape architectural and site planning firm. The bulk of my work dealt with resorts, commercial properties and community design. I performed on a daily basis included creating code minimum landscape permitting and tree preservation packages, schematic site plan design, hardscape, grading, landscape, and construction detail production. I also coordinated with various consultants including architects, civil and structural engineers, lighting and irrigation consultants, contractors, product representatives, suppliers and manufacturers.
2005-07 Designer for Miller Einhouse Rymer & Boyd Orlando FL
Christopher Kennedy, RLA – Project Manager 407.447.5555
I primarily worked on residential projects and resorts for this multidisciplinary land development firm. My duties consisted of many tasks including; creating code minimum landscape permitting packages, schematic site plan design, hardscape, grading, landscape, and construction detail production as well as coordinating with various consultants and in-house engineers, planners and project managers to produce a full set of construction documents. I often submit these documents to local planning and zoning boards, attend design review meetings, respond to comments, make revisions and provide any other documentation required in order to get plans approved and permitted. I was also involved in the corporate event planning committee that planned social events such as the Christmas party annual company picnics and Thanksgiving celebrations.
2004 Landscape Designer for Karnes Landscapes Hattiesburg MS
John Karnes - Owner/Manager 601.296.2690
I performed duties on both the design and construction side with this company. My work included installation of irrigation, plant material, low voltage lighting, retaining walls and fences. Design work always involved planting plans and often included other items such as: hardscape layout, lighting schematics, irrigation and drainage plans and detailing of wall, fountain, deck, fence or other features. The majority of these projects are upscale residential although we have also completed several commercial and medical properties.
Fall 2003 Intern for The Landscape Studio Hattiesburg MS
Michael Gammill, RLA - Project Manager 601.544.1935
Primarily a CAD draftsman, I prepared construction details, site layout and elevations and rendered in the CAD environment using raster images and basic CAD rendering tools. I dealt with many assignments dealing with drainage and slope issues greatly improved my understanding of topographic manipulation. Other computer programs where also used during my work with The Landscape Studio.
Summer 2003 Technician at Sandy Run Sod & Irrigation Hattiesburg MS
Wayne Wheat - Owner/Manager 601.261.5446
As a skilled laborer working on a landscape construction crew most major activities included; building interlocking block retaining walls, installing irrigation systems, laying stone walkways, forming and pouring concrete surfaces and laying sod among others. I designed a few small residential landscapes while working for this company but as a recent graduate I enjoyed the practical experience in the field and learned much more about plants and construction techniques than was taught during my formal education.
Summer 2002 Intern for Mr. Thomas H. Eaves R.L.A. Hattiesburg MS
Tom Eaves, RLA - Owner/Principal 601.606.0089
Landscape design for high-end residential properties and downtown revitalization projects. Major duties included CAD drafting and I also accompanied Mr. Eaves to meet clients and contractors, take measurements for base plan preparations and other field work. I also hand drafted preliminary grading and design work for Tom to elaborate on.
Professional Associations:
I am an active member of the Orlando Section ASLA. I organize the annual bowling tournaments and I am a member of the FL|ASLA Committee on a Sustainable Environment (CoSE). In addition I also volunteer on a regular basis with The Simple Living Institute which is a local nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for sustainable living in our community through research and education.
Personal Statement:
I have a deep passion for my profession and wish to affect society on a local level through landscape architecture. I have committed myself to a lifetime of learning, thus I strive to remain aware of current trends and ideas that drive the industry. I thrive in a collaborative environment and wish to assist in the creation and maintenance of great places that offer unique experiences and facilitate the establishment of authentic communities. I have worked in nearly every aspect of the landscape industry and believe that this ground up approach affords a holistic understanding of the processes and factors that go into creating and sustaining these environments.
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