Project Manager

• Feb 2021 - Present

Project/Facilities Team Leader

• Feb 2018 - Feb 2021

Lead General Services, Facilities County-wide.Capital Projects Completed as of 2020Santa Maria, Betteravia, Bldg. C: Replace 2 Hydraulic Passenger Elevators: $349,000 (JOC Program)Santa Barbara, Vets Memorial, Historic /window replacement, Floor restoration and new floorSanta Barbara, Remodel of Animal Services entrance & Air Condition installLompoc, Department of Social Services, HVAC replacement Santa Maria, Department of Social Services, Paint exterior County-wide: Parking Lot Improvements:Compliance county-wide, brought County into compliance, in one month, to avoid a large fine, filed APCD application for generator permits for Main Jail, Public Health/BeWell, & MSF, Jail Generators. Capital Projects In-ProcessSanta Barbara, County, 911 Emergency GeneratorSanta Barbara, Veterans Memorial Building, Security Camera project

Director of Facility Operations

• Dec 2009 - Jan 2018

Plan, coordinate, supervise and administer the Capital Projects and Facility Operations of the Yale School of Drama (YSD) and the Yale Repertory Theatre (YRT).Job DutiesManage the programming & planning for a new $160M School of Drama buildingProject manager for all capital-project improvements and major-construction projects in YSD BuildingsUpdated all YSD buildings, except the historic Reputory Theatre, to be ADA compliantManage budgets and finances for capital-improvement projectsSpace Planning - coordinate all physical changes to spacesNegotiate and manage leased spaces ($330,000 yearly portfolio of leased spaces)Coordinate & Administer YSD Summer School programsDevelop strategies, priorities & goals for the maintenance & inspection of YSD/YRT facilitiesOversee the building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical systems)Coordinate & monitor Yale physical plant, custodial /grounds work in YSD buildingsInsure the school’s compliance with all relevant codes and accessibilityServe as the YSD/YRT representative to various Yale committeesRecruit, supervise operations staff (serve on several recruitment committees for new hires)Coordinate hiring and working with contractorsStrategic planningResponsible for eight Historic Yale School of Drama buildings Create, execute, and manage budgets & finances Oversee access and security in Drama buildingsSupervise recycling/sustainability Develop and implement policies & proceduresSupervise risk managementWork with Development Office on grant proposalsPlanning and executing high level events

Director of Operations

• Jun 2006 - Jan 2010

Responsible for the smooth operation of a non-profit museum; Manage Capital projects, Facilities, Security, Maintenance, HR, Customer Service, Safety and IT departmentsJob DutiesProject Manager for the most recent $120M renovation/expansion, working closely with architects, consultants, staff, and contractors. The project received Silver LEED status.Project Manager for state-of-the-are museum storage & conservation studio. Coordination & Space Planning of changes to the museum, offices and storage facilityManage budgets for all capital improvement projectsCreated ADA implemtation planStrategic planningResponsible for the maintenance and design of the structure/gardensInsure the museum’s compliance with all relevant codesRenovation liaison for Parsons, The New School for Design (Master’s of Decorative Arts) Oversight of the buildings mechanical systemsWork with Development Office on grant proposalsOversee the smooth running of the museum’s security team Safety Coordinator, in charge of the Life and Fire Safety program/emergency preparedness planRisk management: work closely with all departments to reduce the risk of loss or damage to any artwork in the museum’s collection, human resources, and visitorsSupervise recycling & sustainability Collaborate with all museum departments to ensure that essential technical & logistical support is availablePrimary museum communicator (facilitate museum-wide communications)Manage Human Resources and overall staff strategic planningNeighbor/Public Relations

Executive Director

• May 1999 - Jul 2006

Restored all structures on the property and involved in all aspects of administering a historic non-profit museum & garden. Job DutiesProject Manager for the restoration of 5 major structures on and off siteDevelop and oversee capital projectsCreated ADA implantation planSupervise all facilities, gardens and operationsManage all media relationsAgency Collaboration: Develop and maintain community & governmental relationsStrategic planningProgram development and implementationRegistrar of collections: create and maintain historic collection and plant databasesImplement archival and collection policies and procedures Curator and Registrar of the collectionSupervise the restoration of the 6 acres of historic gardens on the propertyCultivate donors and community outreachDevelop & supervise all aspects of development, fundraising: grant solicitation, administrationSolicit major donorsEvent planningRecruit and supervise all staff, contract workers, specialist & volunteersResponsible for all finances of the institution, develop and execute budgets Manage the care of the gardens including tree care, irrigation, and pesticide controlSafety coordinator, in charge of the Life and Fire Safety program/emergency preparedness planPlan, program, and execute all events on site and offOrganize and present volunteer, docent, and board training materialsSteering committee for the California Preservation Conference

Main Street Manager & Historic Preservation officer

• Nov 1998 - May 1999

Worked with a Board of Directors to develop a program to aid in the revitalization efforts in Bradford, using the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Main Street approachJob Duties: Building Preservation technical assistance for business ownersSupervise all aspect of restoring the structures and grounds of the downtown areaDevelop historic structure reportsNational Register District nominations Create & pass into law Design GuidelinesCreate the Design Review BoardWork with local and state elected officials in developing public policy, public presentations, and offer technical assistance and adviceEducate owners of the benefits of preservation (tax credits)Fundraise, cultivate donors, and write grantsRecruit & manage volunteers

Interior Designer

• May 1993 - Oct 1998

Interior Designer for custom, residential, Interior Design firm and supervised Antique Import Business Interior Designer for custom, residential, Interior Design firm and supervised Antique Import Business

Writer

• Jul 1996 - Sep 1996

Prepared National Park Service, National Landmark Nominations for the Isaac Bell House and the Vanderbilt’s Marble House Prepared National Park Service, National Landmark Nominations for the Isaac Bell House and the Vanderbilt’s Marble House

Administratior

• Jul 1994 - Jun 1995

Administrator of the national non-profit organization for Interior Design. Organized volunteers, conferences and monthly newsletters. Administrator of the national non-profit organization for Interior Design. Organized volunteers, conferences and monthly newsletters.

Space Planner & Interior Designer

• Jul 1994 - Jun 1995

Interior Designer & Space Planner involved in all aspects of the design firm Interior Designer & Space Planner involved in all aspects of the design firm