Project Manager Construction
Resume:
Michael J. Metevier
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W est Bloomfield, MI 48324 Mobile: 248-***-****
On-Line Portfolio: www.wix.com/mikeinwb/mikemetevier
Skype: mikeinwb
CAREER SUMMARY
A Landscape Design/Site Planning Professional with considerable experience in large-scale landscape
design and site planning projects involving residential communities, commercial, retail, streetscape, park and
recreation facilities. Expertise in the development of design constraints and project character. Advanced
discipline in communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. High level of competency with senior level
reporting on program management deliverables. The following lists my career highlights:
Extensive Experience cultivating new client base: Perused and developed relationships with
local municipal, state and federal government and commercial agencies.
Designed large-scale streetscape projects for multiple municipalities: Coordinated with local
residents to develop themes and budgetary constraints.
Developed and maintained multimillion-dollar budgets for clients: Lead team in
development of detailed construction documents.
Designed and developed large-scale park and recreation facilities: Coordinated with local
property owners and local law enforcement.
Residential project showcased on Home and Garden Television: Established budget,
provided complete construction documents, coordinated bid phase and oversaw construction.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Twin Beach Park Association – West Bloomfield Township
A multi acre waterfront park and recreation facility encompassing picnic, playground, swimming and boat
launch facilities
8/2007 – current
Park Manager; W est Bloomfield, MI
Responsible for the daily operation of park facilities. Developed and executed programs for local
residents. Responsible for developing procurement requirements for all park related equipment to
enhance park experience. Performed and oversee daily maintenance. Oversee boat launch facilities.
Responsible for budget development and adherence.
Lead team in the development of all board member presentations.
Responsible for daily operation of maintenance and staff functions.
The M Group 6/2007 – current
High end residential and commercial Landscape Design
Owner and Principal Landscape Designer; W est Bloomfield, MI
Responsible for developing marketing material and new clientele. Provided conceptual design details and
construction documents. Administer bidding and construction development. Provided detailed cost
estimates to ensure projects were constructed with in budgets.
Annual sales of $175,000. - $350,000.
Designed entrances to large-scale residential and commercial projects.
100% of projects brought in with-in allotted budget.
Michael J. Metevier
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Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc. 6/2004 – 6/2007
Civil engineering and landscape architectural services
Project Manager; Rochester Hills, MI
Managed site-planning projects developing design constraints and project character. Supervised team
members and oversaw project progression. Worked with clients to develop and maintain budget. Designed
and prepared planting, grading/drainage, irrigation and construction plan and details for large-scale
residential and commercial projects. Coordinated with City staff for streetscape constraints and design
requirements. Utilizing graphic displays, presented conceptual, preliminary and final products to clients.
Synchronized with client and various outside services. Oversaw bid process and selected contractors.
Implemented with contractors to achieve end results for construction document specifications. Designed
and provided construction documents for extensive trail systems.
Increased landscape design sales 70% in 2004-2005.
Established marketing team for landscape design services.
Developed AutoCAD standards for preliminary thru final construction documents.
All projects came in at or under budget
McKenna Associates, Inc. 6/1998 – 11/2003
Land Planning/Landscape Design Services
Principal Landscape Designer; Northville, MI
Provided planning regulation documents for municipalities. Developed site planning projects providing
design constraints and project character. Prepared and updated contracts to accommodate clients’ scope of
work. Coordinated with City staff for grant applications to ensure eligibility. Managed team to design and
develop numerous large-scale park and recreation designs and maintenance programs.
Testified as expert witness for State of Wisconsin related to landscape taxation.
100% of projects came in at or under budget.
Cultivated and awarded out of state Clients, achieved business in territories new to company.
Great Oaks Landscape 1997 – 1998
Landscape Design and Construction/Design Build
Landscape Designer; Novi, MI
Designed and developed large-scale single family estates. Coordinated and supervised crew to ensure
quality and adherence to plan. Designed large-scale residential projects, street tree planting plans, entrance
features and perimeter planting including large-scale water features.
Increased estate design sales 23%.
All projects brought in at or under budget.
Other Experience:
Landscape Designer/Consultant; San Diego, CA 7/1994-1997
The Austin/Hansen Group
Senior Associate; Del Mar, CA 8/1993-6/1994
John Hanna and Associates (formerly the L.A. Group)
Landscape Designer/Contractor; San Diego, CA 1/1993-8/1993
Service Corporation International
Michael J. Metevier
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Assistant Project Manager; San Diego, CA 9/1989-12/1992
Estrada Land Planning
Assistant Project Manager; San Diego, CA 8/1988-9/1989
Land Concern, Ltd., Santa Ana, CA
Landscape Designer/Construction Supervisor; Canton, MI 5/1985-6/1988
Crimboli Landscape Contractors (Design/Build)
Proficient at:
AutoCAD, Micro Station, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Page Maker, Corel Photo Paint, Microsoft
office, Corel WordPerfect, Horticopia, Sketch-up and various computer imaging software
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Degree in Landscape Architecture with an emphasis in Business Management.
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan – March 1988
References
Mr. Mark Hansen, RLA, ASLA, LEED
Mr. Phillip McKenna, AICP, PCP
Landscape Architect
President
Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc.
McKenna Associates Inc.
2871 Bond Street
235 East Main Street, Suite 105
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Northville, MI 48167
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Mr. Loren Crandell, PE, LEED-AP
Mr. John Jackson, AICP
President
Sr. Vice President/Planner
Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc.
McKenna Associates Inc.
2871 Bond Street
235 East Main Street, Suite 105
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Northville, MI 48167
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Mrs. Michelle Andres
Mr. Matt Schwanitz, AICP
Sr. Beach Manager
Vice President
Twin Beach Park Association
Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc.
3570 Ashview
2871 Bond Street
West Bloomfield, MI 48324
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
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Mr. Joe Anderson, RLA, PE, LEED-AP
Civil Engineer/Landscape Architect
Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc.
2871 Bond Street
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
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