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Adam Quear

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer III / Assoc. PM, Landscape Architecture

V3 Companies
10.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed and strategically planned the project goals, budget, schedules, and team member coordination.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather project requirements and constraints.
  • Led a team of designers in the development of complex landscape architecture projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to client preferences and project requirements as the Production Team Lead.
  • Conducted site visits and analysis to assess existing conditions, conduct feasibility studies, and develop comprehensive landscape design proposals that aligned with client vision and budget constraints.
  • Manage Construction Administration on Parks and Recreation projects that consist of on-site inspections for design-related installations.
  • Generated innovative landscape designs that incorporated regional materials, native plant species, and sustainable practices.
  • Responsible for graphic designs including master plans, PUD submittals, & conceptual/preliminary local jurisdiction submittals.

Land Planner / Designer, Landscape Architecture

Weihe Engineers, Inc.
08.2020 - 10.2023
  • Spearheaded new initiatives in AutoCAD C3D by developing standards across all departments, creating a customized .cuix code resulting in 8-12% average increase in profit margins per quarter.
  • Improved operational effectiveness and team productivity by an average of 15% per project by developing land plan standards that is utilized by each department.
  • Managed the design and development of 15+ urban and rural land plans comprised of Survey, Civil Engineering, and Landscape Architects to ensure on-time and on-budget project completion.
  • Managed all aspects of land planning and landscape design for residential and commercial projects, including site analysis, schematic design, and construction documents.
  • Generated innovative landscape designs that incorporated regional materials, native plant species, and sustainable practices.
  • Assisted in municipal code review and zoning hearings as Senior Land Planner and Landscape Designer for Residential & Commercial Civil Engineering Departments.
  • Responsible for graphic designs including master plans, PUD submittals, & conceptual/preliminary local jurisdiction submittals.
  • Coordinated with engineering, environmental, and other specialists to ensure plans are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including permits with IDEM/DNR/USACE. Permits include 401 WQC Permit, 404 CWA Permit, 42946 Permit Application, 55233 Construction in a Floodway Assessment, Wetland Restoration/Mitigation.

Landscape Designer / Project Coordinator

Landart Design Group, Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to ensure plans comply with all applicable regulations.
  • Managed and coordinated multiple landscape design projects simultaneously from concept to completion, including estimating costs, scheduling installations, and developing final plans.
  • Indepth knowledge of landscape construction techniques, materials, methods, and equipment.
  • Worked with contractors, suppliers, and other personnel to ensure project plans were implemented as intended and within budget.
  • Ability to develop project plans, budget estimates, and timeline projections.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clients on Master plans/Site Development.
  • Ensured compliance with local and state codes and regulations.

Landscape Designer

Lawn & Turf Landscape/Ken-Cut Lawn Maintenance & Design
01.2013 - 04.2015
  • Developed landscape designs for residential and commercial properties, creating aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces for clients
  • Presented design solutions and project documents to clients based on project requirements.
  • Managed client contracts for landscape installation, lawn maintenance, irrigation installation, and snow removal departments.
  • Collaborated with clients to identify their design goals and budgets, and crafted plans that met all needs.

Landscape Foreman

Dan's Landscaping
12.2011 - 01.2013


Education

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
12-2011

Accomplishments

Significant Projects

  • Taggart Memorial Playground; Indianapolis, IN
  • Simon Moon Park; Westfield, IN
  • Harvest Trail Subdivision; Westfield, IN
  • River Heritage Park; Carmel, IN
  • Meadowlark Park; Carmel, IN
  • Lawrence W. Inlow Park; Carmel, IN
  • Butterfly Branch Greenway; Spartanburg, SC (Creek Daylight/Mitigation)
  • Panthers Training Camp-Wofford College; Spartanburg, SC
  • Spartanburg High School; Spartanburg, SC


Experience

  • 10+ years Landscape Designer
  • 5+ years Land Planning
  • 5+ years Project Coordinator / Project Manager

Interests

  • AutoCAD C3D / Land F/X / Autodesk CUI Customization
  • Google SketchUp / Lumion / Thea Render / Vray
  • Photoshop / InDesign / Illustrator
  • Hand Graphics / Hand Rendering / Pen & Ink Graphics

Timeline

Designer III / Assoc. PM, Landscape Architecture

V3 Companies
10.2023 - Current

Land Planner / Designer, Landscape Architecture

Weihe Engineers, Inc.
08.2020 - 10.2023

Landscape Designer / Project Coordinator

Landart Design Group, Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2020

Landscape Designer

Lawn & Turf Landscape/Ken-Cut Lawn Maintenance & Design
01.2013 - 04.2015

Landscape Foreman

Dan's Landscaping
12.2011 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

Purdue University

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