Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grounds/Landscape Team Lead
University Of North Dakota Facilities Management
02.2021 - Current
Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Planned and supervised landscape activities while staying within budgeted hours and maintaining safe work environment out in field for crew members.
Field Manager
M&W Services DBA Fert-L-Lawn
10.2020 - Current
Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
Applied proper pest management techniques for maintaining healthy landscapes without compromising environmental safety.
Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
Assistant Project Manager - Civil
City Of Shoreview Local Government
05.2020 - 10.2020
Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
Ensured client satisfaction through consistent communication, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.
Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.
Assistant Fields Manger
National Sports Center
06.2017 - 06.2019
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in pristine condition.
Cultivated a positive work environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
Applied pesticides and herbicides to control pests and weeds.
Assisted in training new employees on proper procedures/techniques required for efficient groundskeeping operations.
Understood and followed verbal and written landscaping instructions to complete complex tasks correctly.
Performed regular watering and fertilizing of lawns, trees and shrubs to promote healthy vegetation growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Safety And Operations
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.2025
Associate of Science - Agronomy & Turf Grass Management
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
05.2019
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Circle Pines, MN
06.2019
Skills
Project Management
Project Planning
Project planning and development
Project Scheduling
Surveying Knowledge
Management
Organized and detail-oriented
Site Management
Work Planning and Prioritization
Project Schedule Adherence
Interpreting Blueprints
Job Site Development
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
ASM - Advanced Snow Manager SIMA
Commercial Drivers License
Additional Information
Currency Apart of UND Staff Senate, UND Facilities Management Employee Committee, & UND Staff Mentorship Program
Timeline
Grounds/Landscape Team Lead
University Of North Dakota Facilities Management
02.2021 - Current
Field Manager
M&W Services DBA Fert-L-Lawn
10.2020 - Current
Assistant Project Manager - Civil
City Of Shoreview Local Government
05.2020 - 10.2020
Assistant Fields Manger
National Sports Center
06.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Safety And Operations
University of North Dakota
Associate of Science - Agronomy & Turf Grass Management