Simultaneously managed $1.5 million worth of custom casework and metal fabrication projects from initial request for proposal through shop drawings, shop production, and field installation for projects for commercial contractors like Skyline Construction, Gateway Construction Services, and Swinerton.Collaborated with architects and contractors remotely and on-site to reduce project delays through proactive field design adjustments and resolving detail discrepancies in a timely manner.Coordinated with internal departments to track material orders, offering solutions to address delayed deliveries to maintain installation schedules.Visited project sites to assess construction progress readiness for installation and, as needed, performed quality control assessments and provided solutions to immediate on-site issues.

Designer Responsibilities:Collaborated with clients, contractors, architects, and consultants on residential construction projects from design development to construction. Worked with clients to develop conceptual designs, product specifications, and resource materials for design projects. Provided guidance on sustainable products, materials, and construction methods to clients and contractors. Produced design documents, 3D renderings, finish specifications, and construction documents. Generated RFPs, purchase orders, and invoices, as well as created and managed project schedules and budgets. Procured finishes and materials while establishing long standing vendor and contractor relationships.Communicated with clients, contractors, and vendors during construction phase of project to address quality control and provide creative solutions to issues that come up on site. Reviewed and analyzed project data and client feedback to implement design and project process improvements.Product Dealer Responsibilities:Managed dealer side of the business representing several local cabinet manufacturers and sustainable products. Met with homeowners, contractors, and designers to define the cabinetry scope of work, develop cabinet layouts, installation details, and finish specifications. Worked directly with full custom and semi-custom cabinet manufacturers to price out cabinet packages, as well as create shop drawings for procurement and installation. Developed relationships with clients and contractors to become a regular product resource in their network.

Worked with a variety of clients to design interactive branding and marketing materials for print, web, and mobile applications, as well as developed strategies for social media integrated into business marketing. Projects include architectural FF&E illustrations, book covers, websites, newsletters, brochures, business documents, and brand identity development.

Assisted interior designer with research and development of a conceptual direction for a WPA inspired mural for one of his restaurant clients.

Worked at award winning commercial design firm assisting principal designer on hospitality projects. Resourced products, assembled color and material options for design presentations, maintained resource library, and researched design trends. Coordinated with vendors online, over the phone, and in design showrooms to source materials for projects.

Tasked to create a logo based on a new community group that the city is creating called, "Community Connectors."