Experience

erstad

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

• Interior Designer

  • Dec 2015 - Present



Giesken's Cabinetry & Floor Covering

• Chesaning, MI

• Kitchen & Bath Designer / Project Manager

  • Oct 2007 - Jun 2015

  Managed multiple design projects at a time, staying on top of trends to meet client’s needs • Worked closely with clients & contractors to determine the best design layout, functionality and utilization of small to large kitchen and bath remodel projects. • Experienced with 2020 Technologies software to achieve design development phases thru final construction documents. • Developed project plans to stay on task for ordering, tracking and receiving all project materials and to schedule on time jobsite delivery. • Efficiently scheduled and coordinated project installations with the in-house installers while staying in direct communication with the Client and/or Contractor thru completion. • Responsible for using QuickBooks to create estimates, invoices and business reports. • Experienced in retail sales of cabinetry, countertops, plumbing fixtures, accessories, flooring, tile, window treatments, wallpaper and paint colors. • Experienced in custom shower design including calculating, quoting and ordering all tile and waterproofing materials, specializing in Schluter Waterproofing Products. • Successfully integrated Aging In Place practices and elements into projects to allow clients a piece of mind for comfort and safety. • Working knowledge of installation practices for tile, flooring, cabinetry and countertops. Maintained business showroom displays and product pricing • Successfully planned display layouts for optimal showroom exposure to maximize sales. • Built reliable relationships with product experts in order to gain knowledge and bring clients the newest product offerings on the market. Responsible for marketing and communication • Successfully strengthened and maintained local print advertisements. • Enhanced brand image and media content through social media channels including Facebook, Houzz and Pinterest. Show less



Phil Agnew Builders, Inc.

• Chesaning, MI

• CAD Designer / Office Manager

  • Mar 2004 - Jul 2007

  Designed custom-built luxury homes ranging from $250,000 to 1.3 million • Created preliminary plans to finished buildable construction documents using SoftPlan Architectural Design Software including footing layouts, roof plans, detailed sections as well as door and window finish schedules. • Field measured project sites. • Knowledgeable in the construction process and building materials. • Met with clients regularly throughout building phases. • Worked directly with subcontractors to ensure a quality project. Served as Office Manager, maintaining a timely schedule for multiple home building jobs • Utilized QuickBook Payroll and banking to support a crew of 10 plus, as well as the company’s business expenses. • Responsible for creating and maintaining business ads using Adobe Photoshop. Show less



Pfizer

• United States
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Facility Management / Relocation Coordinator

  • Nov 2001 - Feb 2004

  • Responsible for tracking more than seven million square feet of space and seven thousand occupants in the office, warehouse, manufacturing and lab spaces using AutoCAD and CAFM (Facility Management) Software. • Provided monthly reports on space allocation and occupant data directly to Team Manager. • Managed & improved the move process for on-site employees and incoming out-of-state employees making it a more efficient and timely transition. • Responsible for tracking more than seven million square feet of space and seven thousand occupants in the office, warehouse, manufacturing and lab spaces using AutoCAD and CAFM (Facility Management) Software. • Provided monthly reports on space allocation and occupant data directly to Team Manager. • Managed & improved the move process for on-site employees and incoming out-of-state employees making it a more efficient and timely transition.