Director of Design, Planning and Construction

• Jan 2022 - Present

The Andrus Group is a national full-service, independent design and construction management company led by a principal with more than 16 years industry experience. We focus on high quality, high value service to clients with high expectations. We value our clients’ time, as well as our own, and seek to always be responsive while maintaining flexibility to maintain all the goals. The Andrus Group is a national full-service, independent design and construction management company led by a principal with more than 16 years industry experience. We focus on high quality, high value service to clients with high expectations. We value our clients’ time, as well as our own, and seek to always be responsive while maintaining flexibility to maintain all the goals.

Project Management Consultant

• Oct 2020 - Dec 2021

Interior Designer currently working with Real Estate sales agents and private clients to prepare for the sale of their properties, design and management of minor renovation projects and Retail pop-up consultation. Responsibilities include: * Renovation of major and minor projects * Conduct on-site home staging, consult on renovation projects and create follow up documents as necessary * Lead both vacant and occupied staging projects from estimate to installation * Meet and coordinate logistics with clients, creating the staging plan, selecting and purchasing furniture from rental agencies, furniture receiving and assembly, on-site staging, ultimate responsibility for design decisions and execution of staging plan and de-staging of vacant and occupied homes * Design services include but not limited to creating plans based on client's programs, creating design boards & renderings, sourcing furnishings, finishes and fabrics, site surveying, construction drawings, shop drawing review, vendor and contractor selection and management. * Experience with Interior Design Installations: hanging art, styling and some furniture assembly Show less

Director of Store Planning and Development , Americas

• Jun 2006 - Sep 2020

• Led the design review and approval process for Burberry within the Americas region, including new construction, renovation, and conversion projects • Collaborated with the RE + Finance team on CAPEX planning and execution of all projects, providing recommendations, project management support, and leading the design process • Evaluated, implemented and provided Brand Alignment and Design recommendations for new construction or conversion opportunities • Guided Senior Management and collaborated with internal partners including Merchandising, Operations, Finance, IT, APP, Visual Merchandising, Procurement and Health + Safety • Led growth and expansion of retail brick-and-mortar in Mexico, Latin America and Caribbean region for 3rd party wholesale, franchise and licensee partners. Managed planning and construction for 15 LATAM stores over a course of 5 years, implementing all projects within approved budgets and timelines • A critical thinker and problem solver, led the programming, planning, building architecture, and interior design processes • A collaborative and organized individual who built positive relationships and developed trust with other teammates and partners. • Effectively managed conflict and handled disputes swiftly and efficiently • Strong project management, organizational, communication, and partnership skills, including the ability to handle details through to completion, ensure project objectives are met and projects are successfully delivered • Deliver best-in-class Burberry environments and experiences Show less

Director Store Planning and Development

• Jan 2001 - May 2006

• Led and managed design, planning and construction for all Giorgio Armani multi-brand shops for Wholesale accounts within North America, including their maintenance program • Built and maintained 200 shop-in-shop (SIS) in 4 years for Giorgio Armani and Armani Collezioni brands • Developed and oversaw all budgeting, scheduling, bidding, millwork qualification, fabrication and partnered with department stores including onsite construction management • Directed and coordinated communication between external partners, consultants, vendors, and internal department heads regionally and in Italy. • Oversaw review of all design and construction drawings, sustaining brand aesthetic, proper execution of multiple brand concepts and value engineering requirements, in compliance with quality standards and adherence to brand vision. Show less

Senior Project Manager

• Jan 1998 - Dec 2000

Project Manager Store Planning

• May 1997 - Dec 1998

Manager Store Planning and Visual Merchandising

• May 1991 - May 1994