P R O F I L E
I am a Project Manager with a degree in Interior Design, with 8+ years of experience
achieving outstanding and functional spaces within the “Made in Italy” excellence sectors such as Retail, Automotive and Hospitality. I have, throughout the years of working abroad with high-profile clients, built an excellent commercial approach to solving problems, negotiating fees and timing, while ensuring customer experience, and a proven ability to generate flexible, efficient and innovative solutions to spaces, resulting in proven sales increase for the Customer. I am eager to gain experience, grow within a creative and engaging workplace, and contribute to improve how we inhabit and perceive spaces in these challenging times.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
DESIGN PROJECT MANAGER
JPMA Global Inc 2016 - present
Montreal-based, North-American leader in manufacturing retail fixtures. Head multiple specialty retail accounts like Balenciaga, Brooks Brothers, Cartier, Club Monaco, and The Frye Co. Key responsibilities include:
Build and maintain client satisfaction by catering to their needs in a high-paced, competitive environment.
Increase market competitiveness by offering full in-house services from fixture and layout design, to production, logistics and on-site installation support.
Slash production costs by researching and offering innovative and environmentally- friendly materials and building method alternatives.
Oversee tasks such as fixture take offs, estimation bids, inventory and production tracking, organizing shipments and deliveries, sample approvals, quality control, invoicing and third-party purchasing.
Update the NYC Showroom with cutting-edge fixtures for the Winter and Spring Retail Innovation Week client meet & greet.
INTERIOR DESIGNER
FORTEBIS GROUP s.r.l 2013 - 2016
Consultant firm in Design, Engineering and Project Management based in Rome. Operated mainly on Ferrari S.p.a and Maserati S.p.a contracts with goal to implement Corporate Identity to authorized dealerships worldwide, having designed over 50 dealerships. Principal achievements and responsibilities included:
Reflect the Brands’ values through the visual expression of the unmistakable design of Ferrari and Maserati Corporate images.
Maximize sales by rethinking the customer experience through the full immersion in the luxurious world of the brand; including flow, personalized configuration, timeless design icons, exclusive materials and lighting design.
Layout and concept design approval to Stakeholders through on-site kick off meetings, taking into account all teams’ requests and needs.
Prepare and submit Design Package drawings and coordinate technical drawings with local architects.
Manage suppliers and send out bids to Client for approval.
Scheduling, Quality Supervision and final Punch list.
High success rate of Dealership compliance within established deadline and budget. 514-***-****
add249@r.postjobfree.com
Montreal, QC, Canada
tiziana-rollo-42299624
E D U C A T I O N
Practice and Certification for the
PMP certificate
McGill School of Continuing Studies
2020-in progress
Bachelor of Design in Interior Design
Istituto Europeo di Design,
Rome (Italy)
2007 – 2010
Certificate in Business Administration
UQAM
2004-2005
S K I L L S
PROFESSIONAL
Adaptability
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Customer Service
Excellent listener and communicator
Leadership
Problem Solving
Negotiation
Teamwork
T I Z I A N A R O L L O
D E S I G N P R O J E C T M A N A G E R
C O N T A C T
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E C O N T I N U E D
JUNIOR PROJECT MANAGER
FENDI s.r.l 2011 - 2013
Italian luxury fashion house based in Rome specialized in fur and hand-made leather goods. Initially started as a 6 month stage under the supervision of the Senior Project manager, I acquired sufficient skills to be offered a position as a Jr. Project Manager and was handed large-scale accounts in China and South-East Asia region. I have accomplished the following objectives:
Meet tight deadlines and budgets.
Balance site conditions and strict local requirements to Fendi concept.
Respond to issues in a timely manner, and optimize material shortages for large-scale boutiques.
Explore alternative materials such as wall coverings, stone and lighting to reduce costs by 30% vs. officially appointed Fendi suppliers.
Be flexible and inter-disciplinary i.e.: sketching layout proposals by hand to be approved by CEO when requested, work closely with the Visual Merchandising department for shop windows design, provide and apply creative ideas to update the Fendi concept.
On-site kickoffs and surveys, providing local resources additional support.
Coordinate with various departments within the company and external organizations.
INTERIOR DESIGN INTERNSHIP
Architettura in Movimento s.r.l 2011 (10 months) Architecture and Construction firm specialized in Residential and Commercial design, based in Rome. I have completed an internship as an Assistant to the Head Architect, learning a wide range of typical duties from conceptual design to execution, including:
Meeting with clients for preliminary briefing and project presentation.
Site survey and supervision.
Design preliminary layouts and elevations to submit to local building departments.
Knowledge of municipal building codes and regulations.
Cost control and bill of quantities for renovation projects.
Managing suppliers lead time.
Punchlist and feedback from client upon satisfactory completion. L A N G U A G E S
FRENCH
Fluent: Written & Spoken
ENGLISH
Fluent: Written & Spoken
ITALIAN
Fluent: Written & Spoken
S K I L L S
TECHNICAL
Autocad 2D & 3D
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and
InDesign
Sketchup
3D Studio Max & VRay
Microsoft Office Suite
Logistics
Quality Control
Scheduling
Site Supervision
T I Z I A N A R O L L O
D E S I G N P R O J E C T M A N A G E R
I N T E R E S T S
Painting/Drawing
Photography
Health & Fitness
Event Planning
Design and Furniture DIY
Traveling
TOMMASO FARUGIA
Director of Engineering Dept, JPMA
Montreal, QC
T: 514-***-****
E: add249@r.postjobfree.com
R E F E R E N C E S
MICHAEL SANTEUSANIO
Director of Project Management, JPMA
Montreal, QC
T: 514-***-****
E: add249@r.postjobfree.com