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Phoenix, Az, Us

Austin, Texas, Us

Cranberry Township, Pa, Us

1. Led multi-disciplinary engineering team, responsible for creating full site and building design packages for clients. The team was responsible for 10-20 new projects per year, ranging in value from $1M-50M. 2. Responsible for all scope and contract negotiation with client, which in turn drove greater visibility of project deliverables, leading to better cost control and increased quality of deliverables.3. Championed the inclusion of project management software to better drive coordination of design deliverables and schedules across the primary programs. This led to a higher level understanding of all concurrent projects, and drove adherence to contracted schedules, saving the firm time and money.

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

1. Developed and owned Change Management Process for K3 Product Platform2. Aligned all internal departments prior to execution of design changes to achieve better control of cost, material lead time, and risks to schedule. Focused on continuous improvement and how to implement lessons learned.3. Led cross-functional group with a focus on identifying and developing process flows across all businesses and functions utilizing SCRUM methodology. Presented processes to leadership for approval, prior to rolling out to the greater organization.4. Drove Constructability Review of all new products and projects, with a focus on discipline specifics, and Manufactured Assemblies 5. Created P6 schedule plans with a focus on efficiency by working cross-functionally with other Phase Leads, Initiative Owners, and SMEs to finalize a full include the full scope of deliverables 6. Implemented site logistics, staging, and sequencing of build on full scale test project, leading to a well organized and efficient building strategy which allowed the team to gather necessary benchmarking data, and complete project ahead of schedule.

Rocklin, California, Us

1. Led ADA verification program for major us restaurant chain, ensuring adherence to guidelines set forth in the American's with Disabilities Act. 2. Program lead responsible for the design and development of a prototype design set for us quick use car wash chain.

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and city personnel. 2. Coach all direct reports responsible for the completion of all architecture projects within approved contract budget and timing. 3. Ability to work with a high volume of clients (3-4) and projects (10-20) within the studio in conjunction with successfully managing project teams and their deliverables.4. Review all plans prior to permit and bid submittal, conduct due diligence with city officials, and submit all projects with local municipalities.5. Consistently providing accurate and timely communication to client and internal teams, inclusive of status reports and customer feedback. 6. Prepare, communicate, and monitor project work plans, budgets, and deliverables for client and internal teams7. Actively participate in strategic planning initiatives, initiates excellent solutions, and encourages pro-active behavior in the studio

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

1. Manage the complete design process of 50-70 new sites per year; including overall site layout, tenant improvements, interior and exterior elevations.2. Work with architects, landlords, legal, and development to gather all necessary information to organize and execute the design kick-off meeting. 3. Implement innovation to create and manage streamlined processes, improving overall design and development of new stores across the company.4. Manage prototypes for each iteration of store types, including those with hospitals and hotels.

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

1. Designed New Store and Remodel layouts for all regions of the Continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada.2. Managed peer's designs; Influenced and directed peers to create a more cohesive and complete design strategy.

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

1. Created layouts for new ground up buildings using a set prototype.2. Posted drawing updates to coordinate any changes in the building and/or scope.