Project Executive leading Cadence McShane's Multi-Family and Industrial markets in Houston. Project Highlights include: • W 11th Project – 371 Unit, 5 Story Wrap Multi-Family Development, with 5 Story Precast Parking Garage, Retail, Dining, Sky Lounge, Pool, Clubhouse, and Amenities• BBS - 180 Unit, 8 Building, Garden-Style Multi-Family Development, with Six (6) 3 Story Buildings, One (1) 4 Story Building, and a Clubhouse• BCH - 200 Unit, 4 Story Senior Living Development with Clubhouse, Health Screening Centers, Fitness Centers, Central Courtyard, and Amenities• BTG - 192 Unit, 9 Building, Garden-Style Multi-Family Development, with Eight (8) 3 Story Buildings and One (1) Single Story Clubhouse

Owner, Developer, and Project Executive responsible for Commercial Office, Hospitality, Multi-Family, Dining, Retail, Mixed-Use, Industrial / Manufacturing, K-12, Higher Education, Government, and Aviation. Leading a wide range of large-scale Development Projects (including the W Hotel), all with the goal of “advancing Houston” and creating opportunities for communities throughout the Greater Houston area. Responsible for driving Horizon’s growth, developing business strategy, and implementing new technology that will advance the industry.

Project Executive and Commercial Core Market Leader for the Houston Business Unit, which includes: Office, Hospitality, Multi-Family, Industrial, and Mixed-Use. Responsible for establishing and implementing Customer Capture and Project Capture Plans, developing long-term partnerships with Core Clients, A/E partners, and trade partners, positioning for new work, successfully executing active work, and continuing to advance DPR. Unique success in hybrid Higher Education-Hospitality Projects, Public-Private Partnerships, and Developer, A/E, and GC Industrial Joint Ventures.

Senior Project Manager for one of the most progressive and innovative builders in the industry. With over 28 offices in the US, international offices in Europe and Asia, and over 6,500 employees, DPR ranks No. 10 on ENR's Top 400 List and No. 10 on Fortune's Top 100 Companies to Work For. With core markets in healthcare, life sciences, advanced tech, commercial, and higher education, DPR specializes in highly complex, technically challenging, and sustainable projects, implementing self-perform, prefabrication, VDC / BIM, and advanced delivery methods (IPD) to enhance value for owners, A/E teams, and trade partners. Project highlights include: Hilton Americas Houston (major renovation at the award-winning Hilton Americas Houston of all 1,200 Guest Rooms, Suites, and Parlors, as well as corridors, landings, and elevator lobbies on all 17 Floors, designed by Gensler), University of Houston Hilton College Renovation and Expansion (major renovation and expansion of the award-winning Conrad N. Hilton College, including renovation of the existing tower and construction of a new 8 story hotel tower, skybridge, and main entrance, designed by Kirksey), Brookfield 2 Houston Center Project Management Office Project (high-profile project for Brookfield at their offices in 2HC, designed by PDR), among many others.

Leads, manages, and coordinates all phases of multiple projects from preconstruction through closeout. Contributes to the securing of new work for the company.Key Responsibilities:• Develops and maintains long-lasting relationships with clients, the design community, and organizations to enhance future business development opportunities.• Provides leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee, and pricing decisions.• Oversees the development and implementation of project budgets, master schedules, QA / QC plans, staffing plans, and HSSE plans• Recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for industry-leading clients, peers, colleagues, and the community.• Specializes in Design-Build, Lean, and IPD ProjectsProject Highlights:• Procter & Gamble Chronos Project – Complex Design-Build Lean IPD Project in Alexandria, LA• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Project – Design-Build GMP Project in Pearland, TX• Toyotetsu (Toyota) 3000MT Press Project – Design-Build Lean Lump Sum in San Antonio, TX• British Petroleum Helios CHP Project – High-Profile Cost Plus / T&M NTE Project in Houston, TX• British Petroleum Westlake One Program – Lump Sum Program in Houston, TX• Schuetz Container Systems Expansion Project – Lump Sum in Pasadena, TX• Tenaris Bay City Substation 303, Employee Services Building, and Finishing Lines Offices Projects – Design-Build Lean Lump Sum in Bay City, TX

Owner & Co-Founder of a revolutionary new start-up that solves five major problems: clean affordable energy, sustainable reliable agriculture, quality engaging education, affordable high-rise urban living, and effective charitable giving & microfinance.The most significant solution – affordable high-rise urban living – has successfully re-engineered the entire design, engineering, & construction process for high-rise & mid-rise residential projects, resulting in the reduction of total real estate development costs by up to 50% and the current development cycle from 3 to 5 years to under 24 months.This isn’t a “cost-cutting” or Value Engineering exercise, rather the discovery of a better way to produce buildings, verified. SynergySystems & RhythmDesign (the technology on which this solution is based) comprises more than 60 separate innovations all proven either at a different time or in different industries. Nothing is “experimental.” Three General Contractors (Turner Construction, Austin Commercial, & Gilbane Building Company), two-dozen subcontractors, as well as industry-leading architects & engineers contributed to these innovations. Development of the technology has included many individuals, investors, and associates, and collectively more than $7.5 million has been invested.

Managed the development, design, and construction process for large, custom renewable energy projects at 76 unique K-12 schools, colleges, and universities, employing SunPower's industry-leading technology. Directly led and managed a portfolio of over 65.5 MegaWatts (MWs) and $267 Million, as Construction Manager at-risk and in some cases CM not-at-risk for projects spanning Northern & Southern California.Selected, supported, and fully managed project teams to deliver projects on budget, on schedule, and to the highest standards of quality, meeting or exceeding client expectations. Key responsibilities included: establishing project objectives and procedures, maintaining liaison with prime client contacts, and directing and monitoring construction and financial activities by providing direction to project engineers, internal and external design teams, estimating, scheduling, and proposal teams, upper management, supply chain and logistics coordinators, administrative and finance staff, on-site construction managers, and subcontracted labor and design services.Project highlights included the WVMCCD PV Projects in Saratoga and Santa Clara, the Foothill-DeAnza CCD Elevated Solar Tracker Project in Cupertino, the WCCUSD Solar Canopy Project in Hercules, the Yuba CCD multi-site Ground-Mount T0 Solar Tracker & Solar Canopy Projects in the Northern Sacramento Area, the multi-site Sweetwater UHSD Elevated Solar Canopy & Solar Rooftop Projects in San Diego, the College of the Desert PV Project in Palm Desert, the multi-site Pajaro Valley USD PV program in Watsonville, the multi-site San Leandro USD PV program in San Leandro, the multi-site Napa Valley USD PV program in Napa, & Stanford University PV Program on Stanford's main & auxiliary campuses.In Q4 2012, the campuses that were a part of the Sweetwater UHSD PV Project became eligible for a combination of LEED Gold & LEED Platinum Certifications in addition to Net Zero Energy ratings.

Served as a regular member of the San Francisco Planning + Urban Research Association Housing, Project Review, Transportation, & Sustainable Development Committees.

Successfully selected, supported, and fully managed all members of project teams to maximize performance and consistently deliver projects on schedule and within budget, while serving as Project Manager and Owner’s Representative on a wide range of extensive renovation projects for Stanford University Residential and Dining Enterprises. Provided budget, schedule, and quality management for each project in addition to leadership throughout all aspects of project delivery: from pre-planning, program development, and selection of project teams, through design, construction, and post-occupancy. Applied critical thinking abilities toward issue resolution in accordance with project goals and objectives. Tracked project progress in anticipation of completion dates and ensured effective allocation of resources. Provided technical expertise in the areas of design, engineering, construction means and methods, and logistics in order to maximize value for the University.Selected Accomplishments:• Spearheaded a comprehensive multi-million dollar General Use Permit reconfiguration and facility upgrade project at Stanford's only two high-rise residences, with extensive interior space reconfiguration and renovation work; completed project under budget, on schedule, and exceeded expectations. Earned special personal recognition from Stanford senior management, who described the project as “masterful and creative”.• Introduced innovative and cutting edge design and contruction teams to Stanford University Residential & Dining Enterprises. The results were "some of the best projects we have ever done", as noted by Executive Director of Student Housing.• Managed an extensive long-term multi-million dollar MEP upgrade and building renewal project throughout all of Stanford low-rise graduate housing in Escondido Village; achieved an overall project savings of 16% and completed ahead of schedule.

Served as Project Manager & Owner's Representative on several large building projects for well-known, prestigious clients in the San Francisco Bay Area. Motivated teams to collaborate efficiently while mitigating conflict and communication issues. Supported and coordinated diverse teams of architects, interior designers, engineers, specialty consultants, contractors, clients, and government agencies to manage projects at all stages of completion. Executed ongoing analysis of project logistics to prepare adjustments and resolve errors. Selected Accomplishments:• Managed a complete high-end residential remodel of a 7,000 sq.ft. “landmark” status residence in San Francisco's exclusive Pacific Heights area.• Steered the planning and development of a large 25-acre estate in the Woodside area, consisting of several high-end residential and support structures, roadways, fences, and extensively landscaped areas.• Oversaw the construction and management of a brand new, state-of-the-art 75,000 sq. ft. private jet hangar at San Jose International Airport, and remodels to commercial offices in Menlo Park and Roseville, California.

Managed eight independent remodels to a flagship hospital (St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital) in the Houston Medical Center. Since hospital was in active use, proactively ensured minimal interruption to workflow. Contributed advanced communication and interpersonal relationship skills toward collaborating with architects, project managers, owner's representatives, and other project team members. Oversaw contracts, conducted audits and cost reports, and managed RFIs, ASIs, and PCOs, further illustrating exceptional multitasking and prioritizing abilities.

Analyzed, created, and updated architectural and engineering drawings for all disciplines using AutoCAD 2002, and prepared detailed proposals and weight reports for the 100-Man ConocoPhillips Bohai Bay Living Quarters, 100-Man Pemex HA-KU-M, and 100-Man HA-KU-S Living Quarters projects. Consulted directly with vendors and clients from all over the world.

Designated as a Project Buyer for SBM-IMODCO’s West Africa Fast Track Project. Generated and submitted RFQs to prospective vendors, and performed detailed bid evaluations and summary reports, integral to assisting management with project planning.

Served as Project Chairperson and Project Manager for a "ground-up" home-build project in conjunction with The John Cooper School and Montgomery County Habitat for Humanity. Raised more than $40,000 in charitable donations for the construction of the 1,025 sq-ft home. Received great recognition from the lucky family who received the home.

Generated comprehensive bid evaluation and analyses for The Matterhorn Project – a deepwater TLP (Tension Leg Platform) in the Gulf of Mexico.

Performed drafting for residential and commercial properties in the North Houston area. Assisted with office, clerical, and administrative tasks.