Kalina Kunert
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Ian Veroni
I've had the distinct pleasure of not only hiring Kalina to her position at Safeway but also being her supervisor for a number of years. Both these experiences have allowed me to say quite categorically that Kalina is amongst the most exceptionally talented young women I've ever managed. Her first position on the team was as Manager of Architectural Services in which she quickly demonstrated her knowledge of Architecture and it's principles including the administration functions required to produce a complete program or project. Her ability to focus on tasks and dedicated research to produce the appropriate solutions to issues are one of her more striking capabilities. Kalina is adept at providing clear and concise written documentation much of which forms the foundation of Safeway's documentation today. It was this and her many other knowledgable attributes which led to a promotion in her current role as Director of Architectural Services a short few years later. It was without hesitation I promoted her as I believed Kalina had the ability and drive to succeed at another level. Her persistence to see the correct outcome of problems resolved to the benefit of all concerned is what makes Kalina a valuable asset to any company she may have served or could serve in the future. Kalina is a bright young talent who has the capacity to shoulder all responsibilities given to her. I've enjoyed the 5 years of managing such a wonderfully refreshing talent who has through sheer willpower and tenacity brought about great change to the organization she serves. I'm proud to not only know her as a colleague but also as a friend. Any organization looking for a dynamic, talented young women to fulfill a senior management position would be well advised to look no further than Kalina Kunert. I wish her every success in her future endeavours!
Ian Veroni
I've had the distinct pleasure of not only hiring Kalina to her position at Safeway but also being her supervisor for a number of years. Both these experiences have allowed me to say quite categorically that Kalina is amongst the most exceptionally talented young women I've ever managed. Her first position on the team was as Manager of Architectural Services in which she quickly demonstrated her knowledge of Architecture and it's principles including the administration functions required to produce a complete program or project. Her ability to focus on tasks and dedicated research to produce the appropriate solutions to issues are one of her more striking capabilities. Kalina is adept at providing clear and concise written documentation much of which forms the foundation of Safeway's documentation today. It was this and her many other knowledgable attributes which led to a promotion in her current role as Director of Architectural Services a short few years later. It was without hesitation I promoted her as I believed Kalina had the ability and drive to succeed at another level. Her persistence to see the correct outcome of problems resolved to the benefit of all concerned is what makes Kalina a valuable asset to any company she may have served or could serve in the future. Kalina is a bright young talent who has the capacity to shoulder all responsibilities given to her. I've enjoyed the 5 years of managing such a wonderfully refreshing talent who has through sheer willpower and tenacity brought about great change to the organization she serves. I'm proud to not only know her as a colleague but also as a friend. Any organization looking for a dynamic, talented young women to fulfill a senior management position would be well advised to look no further than Kalina Kunert. I wish her every success in her future endeavours!
Ian Veroni
I've had the distinct pleasure of not only hiring Kalina to her position at Safeway but also being her supervisor for a number of years. Both these experiences have allowed me to say quite categorically that Kalina is amongst the most exceptionally talented young women I've ever managed. Her first position on the team was as Manager of Architectural Services in which she quickly demonstrated her knowledge of Architecture and it's principles including the administration functions required to produce a complete program or project. Her ability to focus on tasks and dedicated research to produce the appropriate solutions to issues are one of her more striking capabilities. Kalina is adept at providing clear and concise written documentation much of which forms the foundation of Safeway's documentation today. It was this and her many other knowledgable attributes which led to a promotion in her current role as Director of Architectural Services a short few years later. It was without hesitation I promoted her as I believed Kalina had the ability and drive to succeed at another level. Her persistence to see the correct outcome of problems resolved to the benefit of all concerned is what makes Kalina a valuable asset to any company she may have served or could serve in the future. Kalina is a bright young talent who has the capacity to shoulder all responsibilities given to her. I've enjoyed the 5 years of managing such a wonderfully refreshing talent who has through sheer willpower and tenacity brought about great change to the organization she serves. I'm proud to not only know her as a colleague but also as a friend. Any organization looking for a dynamic, talented young women to fulfill a senior management position would be well advised to look no further than Kalina Kunert. I wish her every success in her future endeavours!
Ian Veroni
I've had the distinct pleasure of not only hiring Kalina to her position at Safeway but also being her supervisor for a number of years. Both these experiences have allowed me to say quite categorically that Kalina is amongst the most exceptionally talented young women I've ever managed. Her first position on the team was as Manager of Architectural Services in which she quickly demonstrated her knowledge of Architecture and it's principles including the administration functions required to produce a complete program or project. Her ability to focus on tasks and dedicated research to produce the appropriate solutions to issues are one of her more striking capabilities. Kalina is adept at providing clear and concise written documentation much of which forms the foundation of Safeway's documentation today. It was this and her many other knowledgable attributes which led to a promotion in her current role as Director of Architectural Services a short few years later. It was without hesitation I promoted her as I believed Kalina had the ability and drive to succeed at another level. Her persistence to see the correct outcome of problems resolved to the benefit of all concerned is what makes Kalina a valuable asset to any company she may have served or could serve in the future. Kalina is a bright young talent who has the capacity to shoulder all responsibilities given to her. I've enjoyed the 5 years of managing such a wonderfully refreshing talent who has through sheer willpower and tenacity brought about great change to the organization she serves. I'm proud to not only know her as a colleague but also as a friend. Any organization looking for a dynamic, talented young women to fulfill a senior management position would be well advised to look no further than Kalina Kunert. I wish her every success in her future endeavours!
Experience
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Pinnacle Architecture
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Project Manager
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Feb 2020 - Present
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DLR Group
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate | Senior Project Manager
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Aug 2016 - Feb 2020
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Lenity Architecture
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development Project Manager
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
Specialized in obtaining land use entitlements for senior housing developers across the country. Excelled in public presentations to Design Review, Planning, Zoning, Historic, and City Councils, typically obtaining unanimous approval. Developer’s Client Account Manager and Project Manager for major senior housing projects; managing contract, schedule, budget, and staffing. Specialized in obtaining land use entitlements for senior housing developers across the country. Excelled in public presentations to Design Review, Planning, Zoning, Historic, and City Councils, typically obtaining unanimous approval. Developer’s Client Account Manager and Project Manager for major senior housing projects; managing contract, schedule, budget, and staffing.
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Terramar Retail Centers, LLC
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Design and Entitlements
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Dec 2014 - Jun 2015
(Terramar acquired Property Development Centers in December of 2014) Lead design team by making decisions that achieve project objectives; track approval criteria and collaborate with major retail tenants and anchors to ensure that designs align with established standards. Deliver presentations at public meetings to jurisdictional authorities, seeking project approvals; negotiate project contracts. Assist Real Estate Developers with cost estimate information to develop the proforma; prepare, track, and review project approval schedules. Review ECRs, REA’s, work letters, etc. in Lease Exhibits to ensure project conformance; write specifications, responsibility matrices, LODs and exhibits for tenant agreements; generate project presentation design drawings via hand sketches, AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Photoshop. Perform due diligence and feasibility studies and assist with cost estimating. Advanced experience with ADA, IBC, CBC, AIA Contracts, grocery store construction, solar installations, building envelopes, and waterproofing details. Key Achievements: Recognized for the ability to find cost effective design solutions and for gaining jurisdictional approvals and community support. Instrumental in three-year project approval process with the City of Walnut Creek, succeeding where three previous developers had failed over 15 years of attempted property development. Obtained project approval from the City of Hercules in a record 126 days from application submittal to city council approvals, including the GPA, zone change, CEQA, and development plans. Created a processes & procedures such as project database containing lessons learned from prior projects. Show less
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Property Development Centers, LLC.
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Design
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Apr 2013 - Dec 2014
Develop shopping center feasibility site plans for use in proforma creation – key to property purchase decision making Assemble project team and lead design decisions through Entitlements Prepare materials and present to Governing Agencies for project approvals Prepare exhibits for prospective anchor and junior anchor tenants – ensure design conformance with tenant requirements Coordinate design and entitlement process with partner developers specializing in residential Develop shopping center feasibility site plans for use in proforma creation – key to property purchase decision making Assemble project team and lead design decisions through Entitlements Prepare materials and present to Governing Agencies for project approvals Prepare exhibits for prospective anchor and junior anchor tenants – ensure design conformance with tenant requirements Coordinate design and entitlement process with partner developers specializing in residential
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Safeway
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Architectural Services
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Aug 2008 - Mar 2013
Directed the Corporate Architecture Department and provided technical architecture resources to all divisions, managing the team, negotiating and maintaining architectural contracts, and plan-checking. Edited specifications, reviewed construction drawings, designed and created landlord/developer agreement templates, and standardized all A&E contracts. Provided final authority on all aspects of the BIM model and Revit software implementations. Collaborated with multiple departments/stakeholders to attain project support; reviewed designs for conformity; and updated the VP of Construction. Maintained/updated criteria, and created standard operating procedures. Supervised three-member team and provided support to 60+ division design/construction staff members. Performed annual performance reviews, goal setting, training plans, and disciplinary action. Key Achievements: Championed the conversion of criteria information to a fully-designed, all-inclusive set of documents and translation into Revit. The adoption of which improved coordination and resulted in reduced material and equipment costs, and shortened construction duration and design time. Assembled a diverse group of stakeholders: real estate, retail, marketing, construction, purchasing, facilities, energy operations, consumer insights, to conduct a complete review of all previous work. Implemented Safeway's LEED program. Show less
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MG2 Design
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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300 - 400 Employee
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Client Account Manager
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Oct 2004 - Aug 2008
Built and led a consistent, devoted, and meticulous nine-member team; aligned assignments with unique team member strengths. Known as the office specialist for entitlements in difficult jurisdictions. Directed design and construction management services for new and remodeled Safeway stores in Washington, Oregon, California, and Illinois. Conducted all business development; sold MG2's services to clients, and developed new and repeat business. Negotiated all project contracts and provided construction administration for all projects; in-the-field assurance all projects conformed to client standards. Provided Quality Assurance for all architectural drawings and established drawing criteria standards to streamline production. Created and monitored team budgets. Conducted training and mentoring in the architectural design process. Key Achievements: Grew the account from a few projects a year in Portland to nearly 40 projects per year spread across Washington, Oregon, California, and Illinois; won the designation of Corporate Architecture Firm by client. Maintained team profits at 1.5 times the team’s percentage of office manpower by successfully negotiating contracts, and implementing productivity innovations, and team leadership. Show less
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Board Member
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2004 - 2008
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ARCHITECTS Barrentine.Bates.Lee AIA
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Vancouver, WA
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Project Manager
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Jun 1999 - Oct 2004
Managed projects: Clark County Public Service Center, Clark County Fairgrounds Master Plan and Exhibition Center, Clark County Campus Development Phase II, City of Milwaukie Public Works Operations Building, Oregon State University Bexell Hall, Town of Yacolt Community Center, Clark County Justice Center Video Arraignment. Construction Documents: managed production team, designed and detailed buildings under the guidance of the Partner-in-Charge, consultant coordination, document production and specifications. Construction Administration: ran construction meetings, performed site observations and punch lists, processed pay requests, RFI’s, submittals, shop drawings, proposal requests, etc. Other: negotiated contracts, prepared fee proposals, and project budgets, interviewed for projects, presentations to clients, user groups, and municipal officials. CAD Manager: developed office CAD standards. Show less
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Education
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1992 - 1997
Portland State University
BS, Architecture
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