Design Manager Project

BRIAN EDWARD ROBERT GLEASON

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Design professional with unique design and construction experience managing personnel, budgets, schedules and complex projects seamlessly from conceptual phase through construction administration and close-out.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Design Manager 2021-Present Gray AE, PSC Charlotte, NC

Design professional providing design management for industrial projects in the Food & Beverage sector

+ Design manager in charge of the design and project coordination of a $380 MM food processing facility for

a hospitality brand based in Atlanta, GA

+ Lead Design Manager on a $175MM distribution center/ASRS facility providing design, management and

construction administration on outside Dallas, TX

Sr. Design Manager 2006 – 2020 MWT Architecture Charlotte, NC

Managing multi-family, senior living, hospitality, and neighborhood development projects. Oversaw projects in 5 states.

Senior Project Manager 2014-2017 K2HN Construction (Joint venture) Charlotte, NC

In charge of coordinating project budgets and schedules for a collaborative Design/Build firm with projects throughout southeast

Design Manager 2003-2018 Gleason Design Studio Charlotte, NC

Co-founder and head of design services for a consulting firm providing design/project management services for residential projects on a contract basis.

+ Senior Design Manager Andrew Roby Charlotte, NC

Managed relationships with architects and interior designers on residential construction projects.

+ Lead Designer (Consultant) Patrick Joseph & Associates Cornelius, NC

Head of design for luxury homebuilder on Lake Norman with budgets from $2.4 to over $7

million. Winner of seven “Best of the Lake” design awards including “Best of Show”.

+ Process Manager (Consultant) Advanced Renovations/Alair Homes Charlotte, NC

Implemented processes, procedures and software upgrades, assisting a remodeling firm converting

to a custom residential design/build business model.

+ Project Designer (Consultant) Clearsight Architecture Charlotte, NC

Design consultant handling upfits and new construction in a design-build firm focused on

residential design projects.

+ Lead Designer (Consultant) Miscellaneous Metro Charlotte, NC

Provide design services on several renovation/addition projects throughout NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Belmont,

Wilmore, Cherry, Oakhurst, Cornelius, Davidson neighborhoods

Adjunct Professor 2009 – 2013 ITT Technical Institute (North) Charlotte, NC

Formulated and executed curriculum teaching drafting, CAD, and design processes in an accredited Architectural Technology associates degree program

Department Head 2003 – 2006 John Wieland Homes (now Pulte) Charlotte, NC

Head of design for the Charlotte region of a nationwide custom homebuilder with nearly 400 job starts annually. Decreased construction schedules 11% and increased profitability 3%.

Design Development Manager 2002-2003 (Contract) ESD Charlotte, NC

Redeveloped/implemented new prototype of Canadian-based bank for roll-out in the southeastern U.S. effectively rebranding the bank for the competitive American market. Resulted in acquisition by Pittsburgh-based bank.

EDUCATION

Masters in Architecture - The University of North Carolina – Charlotte, NC

Emphasis in Urban Planning; Thesis – Community Development

Study Abroad Program- Il Borgo di Capannole, Bucine, Italy

Worked with local residents and design professionals to develop a long range urban plan to re-establish market center for region surrounding Florence, Arezzo, and Sienna

Bachelor of Science - The Ohio State University - Columbus, OH

Design Planning/Theory; Minor in Graphic/Visual Communication

Bachelor of Science - The Ohio State University - Columbus, OH

Education; Minor in Industrial Design

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Design Development, Urban/Community Planning, Project Management, Site Supervision, Construction Administration, Computer Aided Facilities Management, Client Relations, Personnel Management, Code Research

AWARDS

EPA 3p Award for Urban Redevelopment of Grayfield Sites

“Best of the Lake” (7) Design Awards

America’s Best Builder – National Association of Homebuilders

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

North Carolina Notary Public

Associate Member of American Institute of Architects

Member of Urban Land Institute

Charter Member of Construction Specifications Institute

PUBLICATIONS

Best of the Lake – (feature story) Lake Norman Currents Magazine

Model of the Week – (feature story) The Charlotte Observer

“Now Selling” Cover Story – Metro Charlotte New Home

“Designing with Tradition” Cover Story – Today’s Custom Home

“Emerging Trends” - Urban Land Institute UPDATE Newsletter

“The Science of Cabinetry” – Charlotte Urban Home

“Optimism Fuels Charlotte Bath Projects” – Angie’s List The Toilet Issue

VOLUNTEER

AIA Mentorship Program 2004-20011; 2014-17; 2022-2023

CMS Volunteer - AIA Architecture in the Classroom – Independence High School

CMS Volunteer - AIA Architecture in the Classroom – Carmel Middle School

Design/Construction Volunteer 2002-2017 Habitat for Humanity Charlotte, NC

Developed two-story prototype and new zero lot line prototype for attached multifamily applications

Provide labor support on various residential build projects

Pitchin’ for Wishes 2011-2014 Make-a-Wish Foundation Charlotte, NC

Part of the team in charge of securing sponsorship, marketing, site logistics, and coordinating participant teams for the Guinness Books world’s largest cornhole tournament

Thesis Advisor 2004-2007 University of Auburn Rural Studio New Bern, AL

Advised 5th year students in the design and construction of a volunteer fire station, community center

Also assisted Carol Mockbee in the completion of Samuel Mockbee designed project in New Bern, AL

Professional PMP NCARB Registered ARE LEED AP Professional Licensed Architect

Six sigma green Visio ms project SDLC agile waterfall spiral model pmp business analyst Wachovia wells fargo bank of America rbc centura deployment coding capm PgMP pmi-sp pmi-rmp

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