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Joliet, Illinois, United States

• Responsible for the creative planning, design and development of quality recreational facilities to enhance the environment and user experience. This includes producing design and contract documents, budget management, construction supervision, site restoration, coordination of staff, contractors, regional agencies and citizens.• Serve as project manager for all phases of design, development, and construction. Projects range from native landscaping plans less than one acre, to multi-use regional trails involving several agencies. I have completed projects with budgets of five thousand to $6.5 million dollars.• Prepare master plans for new and redeveloped sites, and oversee or directly complete all necessary reviews, permits, approvals, zoning changes, and compliance with plans and policies.• Conduct site inventory and analysis for both District sites and adjoining property developments.• Develop solutions for various grading, stormwater and drainage issues, and conduct wetland mitigation reviews.

Greater Chicago Area

• Supervised and performed all day-to-day operations of assigned stewardship team. These included but were not limited to: herbicide application, erosion control, prescribed fire, seed & plug installation, woody clearing, other invasive plant control methods.• Trained crew members in native and invasive plant identification, proper herbicide mixing and application techniques and small engine equipment operation.• Communicated and coordinated with project managers, ecologists and other crew leaders.• Kept daily logs of tasks completed and other site-specific notes.

Greater Chicago Area

• Supervise and direct all day-to-day operations of assigned stewardship/restoration team. These include but are not limited to: herbicide application, seed & plug installation, woody clearing, erosion control, prescribed fire, and other invasive plant control methods.• Perform site assessment, field monitoring and project administration.• Communicate and coordinate with project managers, ecologists and other crew leaders.• Train other crew members in native and invasive plant identification, proper herbicide mixing and application techniques and small engine equipment operation.• Ensure on-the-job safety and uphold industry best practices.

Aurora, Il

Created and designed landscape plans with a focus on native plants and trees as well as locally-sourced materials.Met with residential clients on a regular basis to discuss the size, scope and vision of their landscape.Managed one to three crews (2-8 persons) to ensure projects were on schedule and on budget. Immediately addressed any issues, monitored quality, safety and materials and directly assisted when needed.

Chicago

Responsible for maintaining and purchasing key inventory and special order items on a daily basis; from bulk aggregates and soils to natural stone, pavers, lighting and irrigation supplies.Created and produced marketing and other graphic materials including the complete re-design of the Lake Street website, product guides, information brochures, advertisements and signage.Provided excellent customer service to all contractors and clients; from estimates and special orders to confidently recommending the right product for the right application.Communicated clearly and effectively with all internal departments, scheduled pick-ups and deliveries, monitored preparation of large and custom orders, and managed receiving.

Installed, built and maintained a wide variety of urban landscapes and gardens including green roofs, rooftop gardens, residential and commercial sites.Researched and gained valuable experience with many different green roof systems, from installation to repair and maintenance.Managed a landscape field crew of two to six persons ensuring jobs were adequately staffed, completed on time and upholding consistent quality standards.

Providing professional marketing and advertising materials for twelve years including: logo design, brand identity, print, web, direct mail, posters and trade show booths. Worked with a wide variety of clients, with a specialty in the real estate industry.

Work directly with the head Restoration Ecologist at five remnant prairie sites collectively known as the Indian Boundary Prairies. Duties include: control/elimination of invasive plants, seed collecting and planting, prescribed burns, and in-depth study of native insects and plants.

Master Of Landscape Architecture, Landscape Architecture

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Drawing & Painting