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Austin, Tx, Us

Design and construction project management services focused on retail and quick service models.

Austin, Texas, Us

Project Manager for new and remodeled Excel/Planet Fitness locations.

Lexington, Ky, Us

Design and Construction project manager responsible for the development of The Beaufort Bonnet Company's retail stores, including pop up concepts and Signature Stores.● Individually led retail store design and development, in coordination with the Executive team and the Visual Merchandising Manager.● Developed and documented new store opening project timelines, budget, and progress.● Managed store design elements for procurement, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness with design intent.● Selected and managed third-party professionals, consultants, and vendors for design and construction projects.● Oversaw general contractors, ensuring adherence to construction documents and timelines.● Led capital budgeting and expense planning for store design and construction.● Contributed to site assessment and scouting for potential new store locations.● Coordinated with Retail Operations, Finance, and Administrative teams on repair and maintenance work.

New York, Us

● Part of a team of 6 that provided architectural programming and functional retail design for the EMEA region.● Produced Schematic and Development Drawings efficiently for multiple Ralph Lauren brands.● Applied practical knowledge of building materials and construction techniques.● Managed schedules and project files for numerous EMEA projects simultaneously.● Utilized AutoCAD and Adobe Suite in the development of new design project documentation.● Communicated effectively in design presentations and written formats to Senior Leadership.● Collaborated positively with internal and external business teams and project managers.

Chicago, Il, Us

● One of two construction project managers that led all phases of new store construction projects from conception to closeout.● Established and monitored project budgets and schedules for new store locations.● Communicated project status to internal and external partners and Senior Leadership.● Managed general contractor selection, bids, negotiation, and awarding of contracts.● Oversaw general contractor and vendor progress during on-site visits and on weekly status calls.

Columbus, Oh, Us

● Part of a group of 3 that developed new scoop shop locations with our internal and external teams.● Conducted feasibility studies, reviewed leases, and construction documents for new shops.● Identified project scopes, established deadlines, and managed costs and schedules.● Managed contractors, consultants, and vendors during the project’s life cycle and mitigated issues during construction progress.● Collaborated with landlords on work letter clarifications and landlord work enforcement.● Provided project progress reporting to all cross-functional teams.● Supported turnover to shop operations teams and managed project closeout.

Phoenix, Az, Us

● Reported to the Director of Architecture to manage multiple design and construction projects, ensuring schedule and budget adherence.● Estimated and tracked project schedules and budgets for multiple concurrent projects.● Administered contract documents and payments to streamline project processes.● Liaised with consultants and vendors, ensuring alignment with company branding.● Conducted site visits to provide feedback and resolve construction issues.● Implemented design changes to ensure project success and quality.● Supported merchandising setup and facilitated project hand-off upon construction completion.● Revised budgeting reports to track costs and optimize financial management.

Hackensack, New Jersey, Us

● Led the project management team in the construction of new high end co-working facilities in the Buckhead neighborhood in Atlanta.● Managed vendor bidding, contracts, insurance verification, and project change orders along with our field superintendent.● Verified and resolved site condition issues with client representatives, consultants, and landlord.● Reviewed and managed project budget and invoicing for payment approvals.

Austin, Tx, Us

● One in a group of 7 within the Store Development team to continue the company’s retail expansion across the continental United States.● Collaborated with the Real Estate team from site selection to store opening.● Oversaw new store design from Preliminary Schematics to Executive Team approvals to Final Construction Documents for Landlord and permit approvals.● Ensured compliance with local permitting and ADA requirements.● Led cross-functional teams and developed company brand standards.● Managed key vendors and new store budgets.● Coordinated construction process and project schedules with the Real Estate Tracking report.● Supported sourcing and development of vendors for new store requirements.● Supported Facilities with new store warranty issues post-construction.

Austin, Texas, Us

Department manager for single-family residential, multi-family, and light commercial design.•Coordinated with clients on design philosophies and procedures on frame designs.•Reviewed plan production for quality control and compliance with current building codes.•Provided additional support to Forensics group on review of existing building conditions and solutions for the current adopted building codes.

Georgetown, Tx, Us

Project manager for coordination of Ann Taylor Store design and planning in new build, relocation, and remodel projects.•Designed and developed store layouts for Ann Taylor Executive approvals.•Coordinated the construction document process and oversight with various A/E consultants and external lighting and signage partners.•Assisted in developing and refining the store prototype brand for national rollout.•Reviewed site suitability with lease outline, landlord work, and tenant design criteria.•Developed project schedules and project feasibility with client milestone targets.•Created design budgeting with anticipated consultant fees and expenses for client approval.•Managed and mentored employees in architectural practice and production duties.

Austin, Texas, Us

Project lead for Whole Foods layouts and municipal/performing arts projects.•Created and modified conceptual store layouts and design development drawings with client feedback and coordinated the plans and design intent with the Construction Document Architects.•Initiated office 3D model creation / project visualization to aid in design development and resolve potential construction problems.•Investigated sustainable concepts in each project with material specifications, lighting selection and layout, and coordinated the intent with the Construction Document Architects.•Responded to and resolved construction issues during Tribeca, Millburn, and Paramus Whole Foods Market projects to maintain original design intent and keep construction delays to a minimum.•Reviewed project billing to ensure that project hours and deliverables were accurately accounted for in the project.Projects•Whole Foods Market - Bowery and Beer Store (New York, NY), March 2007•Whole Foods Market - Kensington (London, England), June 2007•Whole Foods Market - Tribeca (New York, NY), July 2008•Whole Foods Market - Millburn (Union, NJ), November 2008•Whole Foods Market - Bergen Mall (Paramus, NJ), March 2009•Whole Foods Market - Yonkers (Yonkers, NY)•Whole Foods Market - Closter (Closter, NJ)

Austin, Texas, Us

Project manager for client support of single-family residential and light commercial construction.•Examined Client construction issues (Pre, During, and Post Construction) and provided engineered solutions to resolve problems.•Create and coordinate special repairs for framing and foundations with client and subcontractors.•Inspected repairs and documented remediation for compliance.•Analyzed field inspection reports from office staff for the completion of repair letters or compliance letters.•Coordinated the creation of code compliant engineered lateral bracing plans for clients.

Washington, Dc, Us