Project Manager & Project Design AssociateAqua Design International | Tucson, AZ | 2004-2008• Actively managed new construction, renovations, remodels for government, commercial and residential structures from project conception through final completion. Responsible for stewarding multiple projects valued in excess of $10 million per year.• Effectively collaborated with general contractors, subcontractors and other vendors with a sound knowledge of construction design while assisting in the training of numerous entry-level associates.• Assisted in commercial and residential grading plans and applied applicable code compliance in project design. Furthermore, obtained building permits at the county, state and international levels.• Created innovative solutions when presented with complex designs from the client. Identified potential problems, took corrective action and notified proper levels of authority when faced with adversity. • Confidently assembled amongst project owners, facility staff and other design professionals to address project needs and to successfully execute upon scope of work.• Daily responsibilities included but were not limited to: reviewed and finalized bid proposal documents, produced design and construction documents, developed and maintained a project schedule, recorded all project documentation, prepared and negotiated change orders, inspected and created punch lists for corrections, and actively participated in general office operations including project budgeting and accounting.Project Highlights• Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain, Marana, AZ• Four Seasons Resorts Lana’i at Manele Bay, Hawaii• Amangiri Canyon Lands, Utah• Viceroy Anguilla, Meads Bay Anguilla, BWI• United States Army Garrison Yongsan, Olympic Aquatic Facility, Seoul, South Korea