Experience

Kluber Architects + Engineers

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Aug 2017 - Present

  Charli Johnsos has been hired to lead the project managers and our clients in a collaborative design experience. She is proficient in client relationships, communication, and creating strategies to achieve overlapping objectives. Kluber, Inc. is an integrated, values-driven architectural and engineering firm that: Forges trusted relationships with our clients; Produces inspiring outcomes; Exceeds expectations; Practices civic responsibility; Sustains built-environments for the long term. Show less



Fanning Howey

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Board Member

  • Jan 2014 - Aug 2017

  Member of the board.

• Market Leader

  • Nov 2012 - Aug 2017

  Business Development leader with seventeen years of experience in architecture and project management. Develop market strategies and execute client relationships into projects and profit. Grew an office from one employee to six, expanded and maintained the profit level of 40% on the dollar while gaining market share and increasing number of clients from five to twelve. Supported and advanced the careers of three project managers as it relates to client development, project management, and leadership skills. Honed interviewing techniques, negotiation skills and relationship building proficiencies, while at the same time acquiring knowledge related to marketing methods, guidance techniques and personal growth. Maintained and increased client satisfaction. Clients experienced on time projects within budget, energy efficient design, board of education satisfaction.Business DevelopmentProposal preparationRFQ response developmentInterview preparationInterview coachRed Team reviewParticipantVolunteer for City of Batavia “Second Bridge Committee”, 2008Volunteer for NILS, Northern Illinois Leadership Seminar, 2003 Show less

• Executive Director

  • Nov 2011 - Aug 2017

  Charli has just been named the Executive Director of the Park Ridge office, Fanning Howey’s Chicago office.The jobs major description includes:• To implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization• To give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives.• Business Development and Client Satisfaction.

• Project Executive/Manager

  • Jul 2010 - Aug 2017

  Charlene Johnsos, AIA, MBA, LEED AP, has joined our Park Ridge, Illinois, office as a Project Manager. Charli brings 13 years of experience, much of which was focused on K-12 school planning and design. She is known for her attention-to-detail ensuring clients are kept up-to-date on project status, and listening and understanding clients’ needs Her past experience includes Illinois school projects for Libertyville School District 70, Northbrook District 28, and Oswego CUSD 308, as well as new construction and renovations for numerous other Illinois K-12 school districts. Show less



Batavia Junto

• Batavia

• Founder Batavia Junto

  • Nov 2010 - Dec 2011

  Organization to better the Batavia community. The Junto was a club for mutual improvement established in 1727 by Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia. Also known as the Leather Apron Club, its purpose was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy, and to exchange knowledge of business affairs. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junto_(club) Organization to better the Batavia community. The Junto was a club for mutual improvement established in 1727 by Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia. Also known as the Leather Apron Club, its purpose was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy, and to exchange knowledge of business affairs. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junto_(club)



GreenAssociates, Inc.

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Project Coordinator

  • Apr 2009 - May 2010

  Green Associates is always looking for highly qualified and dedicated individuals interested in helping them meet goals and ideals. The Project Coordinator positions entails the coordination and direction of both in-house and consultant/outside resources. A thorough command of the English language is required, both written and spoken. The position requires experience in Revit 2009 and Microsoft Office. Charli has experience with all of these softwares. Prior experience with educational, municipal, or park district projects a big plus. Charli again has experience in all of these areas. Charli also helped implement Revit by creating templates and advanced content for internal use as well as schedules. Licensed Architect in the State of Illinois. LEED Accredited Professional- US Green Building Council Member of the Green Schools Advocacy Committee –Chicago Chapter (USGBC) Member of CEFPI, Council of Educational Facility Planners International Member of AIA, American Institute of Architects Member of NCARB, National Council of Architectural Registration Board Show less



Kluber Architects + Engineers

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Project Architect

  • Feb 2006 - Mar 2009

  Ms. Johnsos was with Kluber Inc. for 3 years and brought 8 years of previous experience in the preparation and coordination of contract documents, cost estimates, and bidding procedures. Charli is proficient in the program Revit, a computer modeling tool to aid in visual design. As Project Architect, her focus has included renovations and additions, as well as interior designs. Charli also helped implement Architectural Revit by creating templates and advanced content for internal use. She also explored MEP Revit in preparation for future implementation. Show less



California Pizza Kitchen

• United States
• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Owner

  • Jan 2004 - Dec 2006

  Business development, client relationships, and production. Got two clients completed and executed work. Closed business after starting a family. Business development, client relationships, and production. Got two clients completed and executed work. Closed business after starting a family.



Cashman Stahler Group

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Architect

  • Dec 1998 - Feb 2006

  Served as Project Manger during construction for various projects at the following Schools: • New Trier High School, District 203 Winnetka, IL • New Trier High School, District 203, Northfield, IL • Community Unit School District, District 220, Barrington High School, Barrington, IL • St Viator High School, Arlington Heights, IL Served as Project Manger during construction for various projects at the following Schools: • New Trier High School, District 203 Winnetka, IL • New Trier High School, District 203, Northfield, IL • Community Unit School District, District 220, Barrington High School, Barrington, IL • St Viator High School, Arlington Heights, IL



Patrick

• United States
• Civil Engineering
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Intern Architect

  • May 1997 - Dec 1998

  Architectural intern and drafter for various governmental, industrial, and commercial projects. • Tri-County Visitors Center, Bartlett IL • Marshal Fields Flag Ship Store- Façade Study and Report, State Street, Chicago, IL – 1997 • Marshal Fields- Distribution Center Façade upgrade phase I and II, Chicago, IL 1997-1998 Architectural intern and drafter for various governmental, industrial, and commercial projects. • Tri-County Visitors Center, Bartlett IL • Marshal Fields Flag Ship Store- Façade Study and Report, State Street, Chicago, IL – 1997 • Marshal Fields- Distribution Center Façade upgrade phase I and II, Chicago, IL 1997-1998