EXPERIENCE

Wright Brothers’ Aeroplane Co. Project Leader & Shop Manager Dayton, Ohio

Successfully led the end-to-end project management of Wright Flyers replicas, overseeing the coordination of diverse craftsmen and volunteers, ensuring FAA compliance, and engineering custom solutions to design challenges.

Innovated and executed interactive exhibits for a children-centric program, enhancing public engagement and providing immersive educational experiences.

Directed volunteer teams, optimizing their skills for task allocation, fostering an efficient work environment, and achieving project goals. Collaborated with the director for the development of web content and live instruction, managing online interactions and feedback.

Served as the pivotal communication link between museum executives and volunteers, facilitating the translation of strategic visions into actionable plans and harmonizing efforts across varied groups.

Held kick off meetings, provided risk analysis, handled change orders, defined scopes

Edgework Creative Lead Installer Columbus, Ohio

Managed installation projects, coordinating with stakeholders from initiation to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

Specialized in high-quality installations of bespoke fixtures, furniture, and staircases, contributing design and technical expertise to meet project specifications.

Provided client-focused solutions, addressing, and resolving project impediments to maintain progress and quality standards.

Involved in project planning meetings, pre-install meeting, post mortems.

Providing status updates/reports to stakeholders, superiors, and team

The Stairway Shop Site Manager Blacklick, Ohio

Orchestrated multiple installation projects across various sites, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.

Integral roles in strategic planning meetings through to project closures.

Fostered collaborative relationships with site managers and vendors to clarify expectations and address inquiries.

Partnered with the fabrication team to uphold superior production quality standards.

Engaged with vendors to swiftly address and rectify any challenges with project deliverables and BOM.

Worked closely with clients to navigate issues, set clear deliverables, and ensure satisfaction through to project completion.

Completed change requests

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Miami University

Business Management/PMP, Columbus State Community College (CSCC)

Skills

Proficient in MS Office, TurboCAD, and SketchUp

Proven leadership in project management

Expertise in developing professional relationships

Exceptional communication skills

Proficient in both commercial and residential construction

Detail-oriented with a focus on quality

Adept at managing multiple sites simultaneously

Experienced in creating punch lists and coordinating with subcontractors

Skilled in receiving materials and managing deliveries

Independent self-starter with strong initiative

Competent in site assessment and project scheduling

Exceptional at mentoring and training

Iterative improvements throughout project