April Funke
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Project Management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
The RCF Group
01.2015 - Current
- Worked with team to plan, design, and schedule phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Sales Associate/Design Consultant
Arhaus Furniture
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Developed strong rapport with clients and created positive impression of business.
- Assisted clients with floor plans and furniture and finish selections.
- Helped clients locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Interior Design Assistant
Upstairs Interiors
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted interior designer in designing and creating comfortable and functional environments to represent clients' lifestyle, taste and budget.
- Visited job sites to take notes and record space measurements to create floor plans.
- Ordered samples from vendors to handle presentation creation activities.
- Worked with vendors and showrooms to produce quotes.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Produced detailed cost estimates and coordinated with vendors to deliver budget-friendly solutions.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Virginia Marti College of Art And Design
Lakewood, OH06.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY06.1983
High School Diploma -
Clarence Senior High School
Clarence, NY06.1981
Skills
- Khameleon Accounting Software
- Microsoft Suite
Timeline
Project Manager
The RCF Group
01.2015 - Current
Sales Associate/Design Consultant
Arhaus Furniture
03.2013 - 01.2015
Interior Design Assistant
Upstairs Interiors
02.2013 - 01.2015
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Virginia Marti College of Art And Design
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Erie Community College
High School Diploma -
Clarence Senior High School