Clayton T. Trapp
Reno,NV
Summary
Dedicated Senior Manager with a myriad of large and small projects around the country, Candidate is very knowledgeable in virtually every aspect of planning and Landscape Architecture. As a proven team leader, with skills gained initially from service in the Army Reserves, he also possesses extensive sales and Project Management skills with PSMJ and Sandler sales training. He has a lengthy track record of advancing company Mission Statements and agendas involving competitive proposals and complex reports. He demonstrates exceptional graphic and presentation abilities. Experience ranges from Entitlements to Recreation Planning and Environmental Remediation, and includes project master planning, preliminary and detailed site design, graphic presentation, construction documentation, specification writing, irrigation design and construction administration. He also has been a facilitator for many design charettes and has conducted a multitude of public presentations for clients at every level. He combines a strong work ethic with a motivation to problem-solve, gained as a High School Basketball referee of 28 years, while remaining personable and highly effective in social interactions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Dir. Planning and Landscape Architecture /Sr. Mgr.
Phelps Engineering Services, Inc.
Reno, NV
02.2019 - Current
- Responsible for client relationship and contract negotiation on large scale regional development
- Instrumental in maintaining company presence and influence in emerging new markets of Reno, Las
- Vegas and Salt Lake City
- Create schedules and task directives for personnel management and ensure team cohesiveness
- Management and direction on all Entitlement Reports and Applications for Tentative and Final Maps
- Maintain positive interaction with municipal planners and commissions for the advancement of
- Development Studies and conceptualization
- Draft ProForma for multiple development investment portfolio to determine ROI for Real Estate
- Develop and Mentor Senior and Junior staff Landscape Architects and Planners
- Ensure the success of developments ranging from $10 - $100 million budgets
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Supervised and directed Planners, Engineers and Landscape Architectural teams to keep projects on-track and tasks prioritized.
Landscape Architect
MHTN Architects Inc
Salt Lake City, UT.
02.2002 - 07.2002
- Salt Lake City Parks Planning and Streetscapes
- Parley’s Creek Park Master Plan, Stream stabilization project
- South Jordan Business Park Master Plan
- Site planning and Site Assessment for venues on 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics
Landscape Architect
Blake McCutchan Design Inc
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2001 - 10.2001
- Created Landscape Design sketches and plans for subdivisions, parks, schools and streetscapes
- Utah State University Campus Walkway project
- Compiled various subdivision development concepts through design phases
Project Manager
Wade-Trim Inc
Taylor, MI.
01.1997 - 09.1997
- For various Townships
- Environmental Impact Statements EIS, US Forest Service
- Detroit Rails to Trails initial conceptual design vignette
- General and Recreational Master Plans for various City’s and Townships
- Developed Business Park Master Plans using TIF (Tax Incremental Financing) strategies
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
Environmental Research Institute of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI.
12.1994 - 03.1997
- Completed corridor analyses for Telecom, Transportation, and Gas Pipeline
- Conducted Russian Environmental Studies for Governmental Agencies
- Researched and presented Detroit Urban Metabolism Study using Satellite and computer technology
- Created ArcView database for Chinese agricultural and environmental issues for World Bank
- Organization
- Implemented Kahoolawe Island (Hawaii), Remediation Study
- Managed Diamond and Copper Exploration strategies, Northwest Territories, South America
Landscape Architect, Project Manager
Nexus Design Consultants
01.2001 - 01.2018
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures.
- Created and implemented variety of landscaping designs based upon residential and commercial customer specifications and budget.
- Provided management for internal personnel, contractors and vendors.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
Professional Planning Consultant
Transcon Environmental
Phoenix, Twin Falls, AZ. ID.
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Supervised Planning and Zoning for QWEST Wireless ID, WY, ND, SD and WA states
- Prepared NEPA Permitting and Regulation Compliance, Department of Interior, BLM
- Negotiated for and represented Qwest /USWEST in Public Hearing Presentations
- Reviewed Contract Administration for new and existing clients
- Researched and conducted presentations and point of sales services
Staff Research Scientist
AECOM, URS Corp. and Woodward Clyde Consultants
Denver, Nashville, CO. TN.
02.1991 - 09.1993
- Performed EIS and Feasibility Studies for High Speed Rail in Texas and Spain utilizing GIS and Remote
- Sensing
- NEPA Compliance, and 404 Permitting, Transportation Corridors, Hazardous Waste
- Hazardous Waste siting and design criteria for several Browning Ferris Inc
- (BFI) sites
- Environmental Studies and site planning of various venues in 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics Olympics
- Trapp
Education
Masters of Landscape Architecture -
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado06.1988
Skills
- Software
- AutoCad – Advanced
- Civil 3D - Proficient
- LandFX - Advanced
- SketchUp – Proficient
- Adobe Creative Suite – Proficient
- MicroStation – Proficient
- MicroSoft Office – Advanced
- Power Point, Excel, Project, Word
- CORE – budgeting and timesheet – Proficient
- BlueBeam PDF – Advanced
- ArcView GIS - Proficient
- Managing Employee Relations
- Managing Program Activities
- RFP Responses
Affiliations
Colorado State Board of Landscape Architects #1614 (expires 12-31-22)
Idaho State Board of Landscape Architects #16964 (expires
Nevada State Board of Landscape Architects #1078 (expires June 30, 2023)
Utah Department of Professional Licensing (expires 5-31-24)
American Planning Association Member since 1999 American Society of Landscape Architects Elected as Full member in September 2001
Additional Information
- Awards and Personal , US Army Reserves 1982 - 1992 Non-commissioned Officer in Charge of 406th Combat Support Hospital (Acting Chief Ward Master) Awarded Army Commendation Medal for Superior Duty
- Boy Scouts of America – Life Scout and Scout Master for Troops in Great Salt Lake Council and Mile High Council and Great Sauk Trail Council
Fishing, Genealogy, History, Gardening, Photography
Clayton loves history and is currently writing a novel about a relative from the past living and working in Fort Leavenworth Kansas during the 19th Century. Clayton also loves flowers, vegetables and the ability to be self-sustaining. Fly-fishing has always provided a way to get away and enjoy nature offers a challenge to outsmart an unwitting fish! Preserving the past is a passion that allows Clayton to understand history, and preserve it through pictures and perhaps run into a few relatives who made an impact on the world.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Dir. Planning and Landscape Architecture /Sr. Mgr.
Phelps Engineering Services, Inc.
02.2019 - Current
Landscape Architect
MHTN Architects Inc
02.2002 - 07.2002
Landscape Architect
Blake McCutchan Design Inc
09.2001 - 10.2001
Landscape Architect, Project Manager
Nexus Design Consultants
01.2001 - 01.2018
Professional Planning Consultant
Transcon Environmental
01.1999 - 01.2001
Project Manager
Wade-Trim Inc
01.1997 - 09.1997
Environmental Research Institute of Michigan
12.1994 - 03.1997
Staff Research Scientist
AECOM, URS Corp. and Woodward Clyde Consultants
02.1991 - 09.1993
Masters of Landscape Architecture -
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
Colorado State University
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