Executive Project Manager with a record of 15+ years of successful architectural practice, construction management, real estate risk management and investment project oversight. Strong in client/contractor/employee relations, project management, analysis and strategic planning. Expertise in design, estimating, codes, contract documents and environmental risks. An excellent communicator in both written and verbal presentations. A proven track record of strong interpersonal relationships based on trust, integrity and the delivery of accurate, well-supported and thoughtful recommendations and strategies.

Broad knowledge of development, architecture, construction and finance.
Excellent skills in client interface, architecture, property evaluation and construction management.
Listens carefully and responds effectively.
An independent worker.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Vice President, Credit Suisse/Column Capital, LLC (Fixed Income Investments)
June, 2007 July, 2009
Brighton, Colorado

Responsible for consultant management, property condition assessments, costs, environmental risk assessments and contract documentation for affordable housing tax credit investments. Provided development risk assessments for Investment Committee consideration. Managed oversight of construction, budgets, draw funding, continuing risk assessment and asset management of a multi-property portfolio.

Identified a potential General Partner default and initiated a transition strategy that resulted in the replacement of the General Partner by negotiation, preserved tax credit delivery and saved an investor equity investment of $2,828,500. The negotiated transfer of the GP interest also saved significant legal expense for the company.
Pre-investment design review found significant design issues in a proposed investment which adversely impacted the marketability of the proposed projects. Recommendation to reconsider this investment saved approximately $10,000,000 in equity investments at risk in a declining real estate market.
Field investigation of a distressed multi-family asset identified scope of work necessary to repair and reposition the property. Developed a scope of work for bidding which resulted in a savings of $1,000,000 in construction costs over outside consultants proposed budget.

VP/Director, MMA Realty Capital (formerly MONY and AXA Financial)
April, 2001 May, 2007
Littleton, Colorado

Duties included Architectural, Engineering and Environmental due diligence for properties under consideration by lender clients. Reviews included Property Condition Assessments, Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, construction documents, budgets and construction oversight. Projects included multi-family, retail, mid-rise/high-rise office complexes and hospitality facilities. Responsible for consultant management and monitoring of ongoing turn-key capital projects including multiple projects within the companys own portfolio. Provided support to loan officers and legal department throughout the risk assessment process.

Development risk analysis and construction oversight on multiple commercial office buildings with budgets from $10,000,000 - $28,000,000. Identified a potential developer default in one case which saved the company a possible $13,000,000 loss.
Design consultation and construction oversight on a $30,000,000 New York hotel renovation. Presented design alternatives for very small guest rooms that resulted in efficient, stylish and cost-effective upgrades. Managed disbursement of loan proceeds, protecting the owner and lender from significant losses when the General Contractor failed to meet its financial obligations.
Developed an in-house construction cost data base facilitating budget analysis compared with developer and consultant cost estimates. Process helped identify and resolve potentially deal-killer anomalies in construction cost information provided by clients and consultants.

President, Architecture Unlimited, Inc.
October, 1981 January, 2001
Brighton, Colorado

Created a small, full-service architectural firm involved in projects ranging in size from $50,000 to $38,000,000 including residential, multi-family housing projects, educational facilities, banks, commercial, retail, office and industrial building types. Services included site selection, programming, master planning, landscape design, interior design, space planning, construction documentation, contract negotiation, construction administration and post-construction follow-up. Firm established a reputation of providing well-conceived, cost-effective designs and excellent client service. Many clients returned to the firm for multiple projects.

Developed expertise in the design of small community banks, completing over 60 bank facility projects, many for repeat clients.
Designed and managed the construction of over 50 tenant finish projects, including maintenance of an overall building TI database.
Effectively managed a staff of up to 3 professionals and 3 support personnel and coordinated multiple projects in various stages of development.
Fostered a collaborative environment involving clients, consultants, contractors and employees which resulted in successful projects delivered on time and on budget.

Other Relevant Experience

Board of Directors, First National Bank, Stratton, CO
Construction Project Manager, Cillessen Construction, Golden, CO
Arbitrator/Mediator, American Arbitration Association

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Architecture, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona

REGISTRATION: Registered Professional Architect in the following states:

Colorado (200975)Kansas (2708)Nebraska (A-1668)
Utah (133078-0301)Nevada (3054)Texas (inactive (14220)
NCARB Certificate #22575

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Word, Excel, Outlook, Autocad R14

AFFILIATIONS

National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
International Code Conference
Eagle Scout