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Seattle, Wa, Us

Bellevue, Wa, Us

Directing Kemper’s Hospitality Capital program, leading multiple teams of vendors including architects, interior designers, contractors, procurement agents, and facilities personnel in an $80 million refresh initiative for three high-rise hotels in Bellevue, WA. Collaborating closely with Marriott, Hyatt, and Westin brand operators, managing all internal approvals and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Successfully mitigating conflicts among multiple stakeholders and vendors, maintaining project harmony and progress. Conducting an initial project plan review, leading to the reselection of the general contractor, resulting in $10 million in cost savings.Consistently delivering projects on budget and schedule by effectively managing both scope and cost. Demonstrating proficiency in budgeting and scheduling during the planning stages, ensuring accurate financial planning and project timelines. Overseeing cash flow management, forecasting, cost accounting, scheduling, and onsite project supervision, ensuring financial accuracy and project efficiency. Negotiating and resolving all change orders, scheduling adjustments, and operational impacts, maintaining project continuity and stakeholder satisfaction.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Responsible for overseeing multiple teams in the evaluation of 1,500 properties and 3,000 structures across the Western Washington region, a significant part of a $3 billion real estate portfolio undergoing restructuring. This comprehensive evaluation resulted in the production of 200 detailed written reports. A dynamic live database matrix was created to compare the relative quality of structures and provide actionable recommendations to C-level executives and parish commissioners on the highest and best use of properties. Additionally, this tool aided in structuring maintenance goals and renovation plans.Budgets were created for numerous projects within the archdiocese portfolio, showcasing a strong capability in financial management. Demonstrated effective leadership by managing a team of five full-time employees and collaborating with four external consultants. Responsibilities included forecasting, cost accounting, scheduling, and onsite oversight, all essential for the successful management and execution of the extensive real estate portfolio. This strategic approach to property evaluation and management ensured impactful results in complex real estate environments.

Retained to support the full-time project team with various clients, delivering critical assistance in the construction of a new 240,000 square foot tower.

Responsible for overseeing all design and construction processes for multiple food service concepts at Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver Airports, managing teams of design and construction professionals to deliver $50 million in projects. Coordinating multi-faceted development projects across a large geographical area, consistently meeting project deadlines and budget objectives. Providing tailored reporting to internal stakeholders, including developers, operations, culinary, brand management, information technology, marketing, and security, while successfully navigating the complexities of airport construction in multiple jurisdictions. Overseeing new store development and remodel plans for company-owned concepts in freestanding locations, end caps, and non-traditional airport settings.Successfully negotiated a change to a food hall program phasing, resulting in $6 million of additional revenue. Evaluating agencies' policies and providing a path forward to mitigate complicated use, lease, facility, and infrastructure requirements across programs. Guiding the team to achieve a high accuracy percentage in initial estimated development costs compared to the actual final price. Delivering restaurants and retail spaces from 5-20 simultaneous projects across the northwest region. Developing and implementing improved procedures, including vendor selection and construction standards, ensuring project efficiency and quality.

Portland, Or, Us

Led the Provenance operations team and the Aspen Lodging ownership team in the $35 million renovation of the Roosevelt Hotel in Seattle, which included the Rider Restaurant. This project encompassed the renovation of 153 hotel rooms within 83,000 square feet, the exterior of the 20-story tower, and the 25,000 square feet ground level restaurant and conference floors support space. Provided due diligence services for evaluating potential Provenance developments across complex markets such as New York and rural markets like Wisconsin.Managed the fiduciary responsibilities of the capital program, including monthly reporting to outside investors. Interfaced with C-level executives, owners, and operators in the successful opening of the Theodore Hotel. Oversaw the design and construction process, including contract and cost negotiations with two architects, three interior designers, two contractors, and numerous owner-vendors. Provided design and operational direction and feedback to owners and stakeholders. Developed and implemented a coding and forecasting matrix for tracking and estimating construction costs, ensuring financial accuracy and project efficiency.

Seattle, Wa, Us

Responsible for all new work acquisition, marketing strategies, and existing customer relationship oversight. Led the business development department, including 13 account managers, a marketing director, and marketing support, to introduce a previously unpracticed culture of work acquisition. This initiative resulted in a $67 million increase in year-over-year project opportunities within two years, penetrating new, untapped markets. Oversaw teams of account managers, project managers, and superintendents in responding to a wide array of RFPs.Managed the department budget and presented detailed ROI metrics for various business development opportunities, ensuring financial accountability and strategic growth.

Bethesda, Maryland, Us

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Minnetonka, Mn, Us

Master Of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture And Related Services

Barch, Architecture