Experience

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  John's Landscape Service, Inc.

  • Arlington, MA

  • Landscape Design Assistant

    • Apr 2018 - Present
    • Arlington, MA

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  Gardens by the Yard

  • Wayland, MA

  • Landscape Designer/ Project Manager

    • Feb 2015 - Nov 2017
    • Wayland, MA

    ▪ Attended client meetings to create open dialogue and develop a design and implementation plan based on individuals requirements and budget constrictions▪ Collaborated with principal designer on planning process to develop detailed site plans by precisely measuring new properties with combination of measuring tapes and sophisticated laser tools ▪ Designed detailed 3D visualizations of 2D plans using Visionscape, and Sketchup to illustrate design intent to clients which helped market and sell plans ▪ Provided on site project management for a revolving five person team, mentoring and ensuring execution of designed plans and completion of the three to five jobs assigned each day ▪ Responsible for established client relations, addressing client questions during design process and primary contact on site during the implementation process▪ Managed supply chain logistics to improve having necessary materials and tools on hand for each job, which allowed teams to stay on task and reduce idle timewww.gardensbytheyard.com

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  Joes American Bar and Grill

  • 1 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA

  • Dining room supervisor/Server

    • Sep 2013 - Apr 2015
    • 1 Worcester Rd. Framingham, MA

    ▪ Management experience as manager on duty, dealing with client relations, while ensuring staff had all the tools to succeed▪ Responsible for creating schedules, training and organizing wait and host staff▪ Managed accounts payable, inventory control and coordinated supply chain logistics

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  Perennial Gardens

  • Greater Boston Area

  • Design Assistant

    • Jun 2012 - Sep 2013
    • Greater Boston Area

    ▪ Completing site measurements, and portraying an accurate base plan to design on.▪ Built and edited company portfolio including construction drawings and renderings for LEED certification accreditation.▪ Created hand drawn and 3D design plans to illustrate design intent to clients and installation crews▪ Executed administrative tasks including writing estimates, ordering materials, tracking and purchasing products from vendors▪ Worked on site with installation crews implementing design plans from simple plantings to rooftop patios (ie.) Using new roof deck support technologies to support the weight of stone, while allowing for measurable pitch to shed surface water. All while up 6 stories on a rooftop in Boston.www.perennialgardens.net

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  Griffin Masonry Inc.

  • Millis, MA

  • Project Manager

    • Jun 2011 - Jul 2012
    • Millis, MA

    ▪ Completed blueprint take-offs required to estimate project budget from varied Landscape Architects▪ Communicated plans to team in order to efficiently complete design as specified▪ Utilized strong attention to detail, precisely measuring cutting and shaping stone to fit together to produce desired effectGriffin Masonry is an experienced contracting and masonry company based out of Millis, MA in Boston’s MetroWest. For over 30 years they have been planning and constructing exceptional residential projects. They serve a distinguished clientele and specialize in custom residential masonry design and installation.At Griffin Masonry they understand that each client is unique, so they offer an array of services to accommodate and realize these distinct visions. They are able to design, oversee, coordinate, and complete an entire project or they can simply execute pre-determined plans. They offer general contracting services for all phases of hardscape and softscape projects, as well as luxury swimming pool installation and building envelope masonry. Their extensive experience and affiliations in the industry enable them to provide their clients with design services, as well as to recommend reputable tradesmen in the residential building industry who provide high-quality work for all aspects of a project.Founder Brian Griffin has over 30 years of experience creating some of the most admired projects in the building industry. He works closely with his team of professionals to deliver the highest caliber product and service to his clients. His dedication to executing his craft with pride and precision has shaped his company into the model of exceptional workmanship that it is today.http://www.griffinmasonryinc.com/about.asp

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  Inspirational Gardens

  • Independent Contractor

    • Jun 2010 - Jun 2011

    Facilitated implementation of residential and commercial design plans, including hardscape preparation/installation, timber retaining walls, large/small scale pruning, irrigation systems, landscape lighting, grading, planting, and clean-up.

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  Bayberry Nurseries

  • Hampton Falls, NH

  • Laborer

    • Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
    • Hampton Falls, NH

    - Expanded nursery by creating two acres of new plots and transplanting greenhouse stock. - Conducted nursery activities including plot layout, new tree planting, mature tree transplanting, pruning, and maintenance.- Implemented new deer deterrence fencing strategy, allowing for quick assembly and disassembly of the barrier resulting in improved productivity.- Installed residential design plans including drainage systems, site amenities, grading, and planting.- Proposed new cataloging system for nursery stock resulting in accurate tracking of product inventory.http://bayberrynurseries.com/

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  Umass Amherst

  • Student

    • Sep 2005 - May 2009

    Acquiring Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture Degree

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  EMG Associates

  • Contruction Team Member/Foreman's Assistant

    • May 2007 - Sep 2008

    Worked on many various projects in Central Massachusetts, Nantucket, and Connecticut. Work included setting lines, placement of plants, illustrating plan to other members of construction team, hard scape preparation and installation, masonry pointing, sod application, drainage systems, grading, planting, and rubbish removal.Assisted with implementation of working landscape plans, knowledge of how to read drawings, illustrate plans to co-workers and implement the design as intended.