Associate

• May 2019 - Present

Senior Landscape Architect

• Apr 2017 - Present

Landscape Architect

• Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

Joined E|G to provide: - Added flexibility, experience, and capacity to a growing portfolio of fast-paced and time-sensitive project work. - Expertise working independently and collaboratively with clients, design teams, municipal staff, and stakeholders in a variety of roles to meet project scope and rigorous project schedules. - A balanced approach to design and management responsibilities through staff mentorship, project support, effective task management, and strong communication skills. - Experience leading and supporting conceptual and schematic design, permitting submissions, tender documents and specifications, and construction administration as part of a collaborative design studio. Show less

Landscape Architect

• Nov 2016 - Jan 2017

As-needed/contract consultant specializing in report development, writing, and editing; urban and landscape design services; illustrative design and rendering; and contract administration and specification writing. As-needed/contract consultant specializing in report development, writing, and editing; urban and landscape design services; illustrative design and rendering; and contract administration and specification writing.

Engineering Technician

• May 2015 - Oct 2015

Conducting site inspections and construction observation. Coordinating with contractor and testing specialists for on-site acceptance of materials and construction testing. Ensuring standard construction, safety, and traffic control procedures are followed. Working independently and collaboratively to ensure construction is done as per plans, details, and specifications and making site- / situation-dependent decisions to meet project schedule, budget, and design intent. Preparing and submitting Inspector Daily Reports in support of report/audit requirements. Significant Accomplishments: • Inspector on mixed use pathway, road construction, water pipeline, highway resurfacing, and signage projects. • Worked remotely in the field and in an office environment to support project management and construction. • Documented construction activities, measured quantities, and made detailed daily reports in support of State, City, client, and company requirements for monitoring, compliance, and auditing of funded projects and budgets. • Liaised with local businesses on construction activities, progress, and scheduling conflicts. Show less

Landscape Architect / Design Lead

• Jun 2011 - 2015

Responsible for providing flexibility, experience, and mindfulness in response to fast-paced, time-sensitive development + building permit submittals, tender and construction documents, and client needs throughout the Lower Mainland and BC. Working independently and collaboratively with clients, design teams, municipal staff, and stakeholders in a variety of roles to meet project scope and rigorous project schedules. Balancing design responsibilities with project support, effective task management, and strong communication skills. Leading and supporting conceptual and schematic design, permitting submissions, tender documents and specifications, and construction administration as part of a collaborative design studio. Creating and presenting clear and effective presentation materials and conducting meetings. Progressively increasing responsibilities for the supervision and delegation of project tasks and team members, client communication, and stakeholder engagement. Significant Accomplishments: • Design lead and project manager at all stages of development for the redesign and revitalization of the City of Prince George’s Civic Plaza for the 2015 Canada Winter Games and for a new urban plaza and transit exchange in support of the City’s Transit Master Plan and ongoing redevelopment in the downtown. • Design lead on urban interface between King George Skytrain Station and adjacent mixed-use developments. • Project manager, design lead, and contract administrator for civic, commercial/office, housing/mixed-use, and park/open space design, development, and construction projects. • Developed cost estimates, specifications, tender documents, payment certificates, and site reviews. • Led office standardization of CCDC, MMCD, and National Master specifications for contract admin. documents. • Led multi-use greenway/streetscape design and coordination for numerous Twp of Langley projects. Show less

Laser Cutter Attendant

• Sep 2010 - Apr 2011

Assisted student with digital fabrication of assignments and projects. Managed appointments, prepared files and cutting materials, and payment for the Landscape Annex-based Trotec “Speedy 300” 60 Watt CO2 Laser. Assisted student with digital fabrication of assignments and projects. Managed appointments, prepared files and cutting materials, and payment for the Landscape Annex-based Trotec “Speedy 300” 60 Watt CO2 Laser.

Graduate Landscape Designer

• Sep 2008 - Sep 2010

Developing conceptual, schematic design, and tender/construction documentation for transportation corridor, streetscape, urban design, park and recreation projects, and master plans. Enhancing urban design, infill, and small town revitalization and planning documents with massing designs, visuals, and modeling. Grant writing, design, and support for multi-modal trails and streetscape enhancement throughout Michigan. Collaboration on successful federal, state, and non-profit grant applications. Conducting site inspections and construction observation. Creating presentation and communication materials. Working independently and collaboratively to meet project scope.Significant Accomplishments:• Lead designer, planner, researcher, and writer for the Flint ‘river district’ and downtown corridor study.• Developed sections for green infrastructure, sustainable urban design, and public engagement best practices into the City of Flint’s successful $1.5 million HUD Community Challenge Grant to create a new master plan.• Led design, contract administration, and inspection for first MDOT-approved porous asphalt trail in Michigan. • Lead designer for the Urban Alternatives House Project, a Sustainable Sites IntiativeTM Pilot Project, 2009-2010.• Created survey and construction documents for Paradise Peninsula Playground—a universally accessible park. Show less

Landscape Designer

• Aug 2007 - Aug 2008

Intern

• Dec 2006 - Jul 2007

Designer

• Aug 1997 - Aug 2002

Tombstone design & layout, general labor, deliveries, customer service, etc. Tombstone design & layout, general labor, deliveries, customer service, etc.

Writing Tutor

• 2001 - 2002