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Bellingham, Washington

Project Manager for Bellingham Public Schools. Projects include new $25 million, 55,000SF Alderwood Elementary School for 450 students, auxiliary gymnasium expansion for Shuksan Middle School and new baseball/softball artificial turf fields for Bellingham High School. Ability to provide comprehensive and efficient leadership and management of all construction and design related construction projects including advanced project planning 2022 - $250 million bond. As Project Manager I lead, manage and coordinate the planning, design, budgeting, and construction of capital improvement projects. Provide oversight and assume responsibility for all capital project related activities including pre-design (community liaison, budgeting, scheduling, educational specifications, zoning compliance, permitting, etc.), design, construction and project closeout.Develop and maintain effective communication protocols between district, designer, contractor, community and regulatory entities. Utilize district standard document control systems, financial management systems and software-based schedule systems. Fully comply with Federal, State and local regulations and school district policies related to all projects.Advertise, develop selection criteria, issue contracts and provide ongoing contract management. Work with legal consul to develop project contracts (Architect, Contractor, Consultants, etc.). Contribute to the educational specification process by coordinating the activities of consultants, architects, district staff and community members.

Bellingham, Washington Area

Planner 2 - City of Bellingham Planning Department, Bellingham, WAProject and permit management of large Multi-family and Downtown Redevelopment proposals. Manage large scale expansion proposals through the permitting process. Coordinate with intradepartmental and external clients and jurisdictions. Project Manager for an Institutional Master Development Plan for St. Joseph/PeaceHealth Hospital. A 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level III Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. Creation and implementation of training program for new Permit Technicians and Entry-level Planners. Presented to City Council, Planning Commission, Design Review Board and neighborhood groups.

Bellingham, Washington Area

Planner 1 - City of Bellingham Planning Department, Bellingham, WAProject and permit management for single family and duplex permit applications. Administration, review and approval of permit applications under the Wireless Communications Ordinance. Presentation before the Hearing Examiner concerning Variances, Conditional Use Permits and Appeals of Director decisions. Answer questions from public either at the front counter, telephone and correspondence about local land use law.

City Of Bellingham, Wa - Public Works Engineering Division

Senior Surface Water Technician - City of Bellingham Public Works DepartmentPerformed environmental inspections on large construction sites for compliance with the City's surface water quality ordinance. Developed revised standards and reviewed construction plans to ensure compliance with stipulations. Reviewed drainage studies and construction plans for appropriate water quantity, quality, erosion and sediment control measures. Developed and prepared recommendations to project engineers for special design options. Provided information and support services to engineering consultants and citizens.

Ypsilanti, Mi

Soil Erosion Control Officer, Washtenaw County Building Department, Ypsilanti, MichiganField inspector of large construction sites for the surface water quality protection under the State of Michigan's Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Act 347. Plan review and inspection of sites under construction for adherence to plans and specifications. Provided information regarding code requirements, construction procedures, and environmental protection to contractors. Provided office assistance in making application for permits and inquiries from the public.

Bachelor Of Science, Land Use Planning

Master'S Degree, Leadership And Communication