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Everett, Wa, Us

Everett, Wa, Us

Woodinville, Washington, United States

Commercial project estimator, design and develop estimating tools, manufacturing budgeting and planning, process improvement.

Redmond, Washington, United States

Premier provider of architectural millwork in the Pacific Northwest Reporting to the CEO managed $19M budgets annually. Directed a team of 7 Project Managers and 2 Project Coordinators. Led subcontractors to improve communication and streamlined workflow. Collaborated with architects and design teams to clarify project design intent. Met with general contractors and specialty contractors to ensure standards and goals were achieved across all projects. - Increased throughput of PM department by $3M or 18.75% without increasing headcount- Reduced total material costs improving net margin by 3.5% - Spearheaded companies COVID-19 response, company has remained healthy during pandemic

Greater Seattle Area

Reporting to the General Manager guided project engineers through submittal and “as-built” documents. Collaborated in partnership with architects, designers, subcontractors, general contractors, management, and manufacturing staff to ensure all projects were executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.- Reviewed all contract documents to ensure risks were mitigated.- Engaged with Design and GC teams to ensure all venues were ADA compliant.- Led project teams through improved cross functional communication, workflow streamlining, and production process improvements, improving gross margins during unprecedented sales growth.

Greater Seattle Area

Reported to Owner on extended sabbatical oversees. Managed operating budget and all project budgets. Developed engineering, drafting and reporting standards.- Increased revenue by 25% by re-engineering the production floor, standardizing manufacturing processes, retraining and improving morale of staff, and strategic outsourcing.- Created scalable manufacturing processes that improved productivity and contributed 8% to our net profit margin.- Fostered a company culture that valued personnel, delivering projects on time, under budget, and with 100% quality.

Everett Wa, - National Installations

Reporting to Sr. VP of Business Development managed the design, engineering production, and national installation of Starbuck’s kiosks in malls, airports, universities, and grocery stores. Collaborated closely with Starbucks’ design teams, licensees and construction teams to ensure all projects were executed on time, within budget, and to detailed branding.- Praised by Synsor’s Executive Team for enhancing key relationship with Starbucks and licensees; used strong communication skills, project management experience, bottom-line focus, and in-depth knowledge of construction to build Starbucks’ confidence in Synsor’s abilities.- Recruited by Synsor's marketing and design teams to advise and assist with the development of several product offerings for companies such as McLendon's Hardware, OtterBox, Alaska Air, and more.

Seattle Wa, - National Installations

Reporting to executive management. Tasked in the development and execution of fabricating, delivery and installation of unique, high-end lighting sculptures and architectural installations. Drove efficient, high-quality production; regularly evaluated production processes to identify opportunities to improve workflow and cost savings.Developed artisan and fabrication teams and pioneered new methods to deliver products on time, exceeding the requirements and expectations of clients and executive leadership.

Greater Seattle Area

Produced high-quality casework and furniture for high-end clients. Co-partnered with An Urban Company Inc.; developed plans, established financing, and recruited carpenters and craftsmen to establish a new way of manufacturing high-end furniture and casework. Led and managed with hands-on involvement in all operations. - Negotiated profitable long-term manufacturing contracts and managed contract deliverables. - Spearheaded profitable expansion into developing and manufacturing Skutboards, which were sold by REI.- Bucked trend and expanded business during economic downturn; grew business from one employee and $75,000 in annual revenue in 2005 to five employees and $505,000 in annual revenue in 2009.

Greater Seattle Area

Reporting to the President directed the daily activities of (10) carpenters and managed all project budgets valued up to $1.5M, ensuring profitability. Planned, scheduled, oversaw, and delivered simultaneous projects, in deadline-oriented environment. Prepared project estimates and developed contract documents; verified that site conformed to plans and surveys. Maintained detailed project communication. Processed RFI’s, ASI’s and managed change order procedures. Built and maintained detailed spreadsheets of every cost and change. Established schedules using MS Project. Generated invoices and pay requisitions per AIA format. Worked directly with company’s legal counsel on contract alterations and amendments. Oversaw compliance, utilities, permitting and engineering. Incorporated site surveys into construction documents. - Established company as a leading “green” General Contractor, consistently exceeding national build-green requirements, leading to numerous new business contracts.- Grew company from 3 employees involved in small scale projects to a 15-employee firm performing $MM residential projects and commercial tenant improvements.- Created and managed company’s safety program at all sites, maintained low L & I experience factor

Bs Industrial Engineering

Certificate