Dee McKnight
SMC Landcare
Trinidad,CO
8
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Project Manager skilled in advanced problem solving and customer relations. Successfully managed multiple projects while ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effectiveness, committed to enhancing project outcomes through strategic planning and team leadership. Deeply committed to developing long-term client relationships focusing on resource conservation.
Work History
Project Manager
2 Years 6 Months- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to ensure on-time completion of land management initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project turnaround time.
- Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project milestones and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans outlining scope, resources, and risk management strategies.
Landscape Designer and Project Manager
5 Years 3 Months- Led project teams in executing landscape installations, optimizing workflows for timely completion of projects.
- Collaborated with clients to develop detailed landscape plans, ensuring alignment with project goals and budget constraints.
- Designed and implemented sustainable landscaping solutions tailored to client preferences and environmental considerations.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate soil quality, drainage, and sunlight exposure for optimal plant selection.
- Mentored junior designers on best practices in landscape design principles and client communication strategies.
- Conducted site analyses and assessments to determine optimal design solutions for various projects.
- Assisted in preparing cost estimates for proposals that accurately reflected the scope of work required.
- Designed diverse outdoor spaces, including gardens, patios, playgrounds, parks, recreational areas, and more according to client specifications.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and budgets.
- Enhanced landscape designs by incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials and practices.
- Optimized water efficiency in landscape designs by selecting drought-resistant plants appropriate for local climates.
Skills
Project management
Project Planning and development
Staff management
Advanced problem solving
Budgeting and forecasting
Coaching and mentoring
Customer relations specialist
Site analysis
Budgeting and estimating
Irrigation design
Timeline
Project Manager
SMC Landcare
05.2023 - 11.2025Read More
Landscape Designer and Project Manager
LandCare Land Management
02.2018 - 05.2023Read More