Elise Renwick
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seasoned operations and project executive with 15+ years of progressive leadership in construction and professional services, now pivoting into enterprise operations leadership. Proven success overseeing large-scale initiatives, efficiently managing cross-functional teams. Prioritization of financial and operational execution to achieve strategic business goals is a keystone to my working strategy. Strong communicator with a track record of driving continuous improvement, mentoring diverse teams, and delivering data-informed insights to senior leadership. Digitally fluent across enterprise tools including Power BI, Microsoft Office, Deltek, Workday, Miro and Smartsheet.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioner Board of Zoning Appeals
Village of Deerfield
01.2025 - Current
- Work with members of the community to review their individual needs and develop creative solutions working within the existing zoning constraints.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaborations for increased innovation in problem-solving efforts.
- Monitored compliance with legal requirements, minimizing potential liabilities for the organization.
- Met monthly or bi-monthly to address multiple agenda items brought before the commission.
Assoc. Vice President and Senior Project Manager
Epstein
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained schedules across 18 different projects to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communication and incorporation of 20+ consultants into the development process setting expectations and deliverables across multiple teams.
- Worked with budgets ranging from 5 million to 380 million dollars.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Project Manager III
NORR
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Utilized multiple project tracking software such as Smartsheet, Deltek, Miro, and Microsoft.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Senior Project Manager and Team Leader
D2D Green Design
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Coordinated daily activity, schedules, and project meetings to guarantee on-time product delivery.
- Modeled management and organizational skills that supported and enhanced the minority and women owned business status.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Worked closely with local governments to develop projects and deliver a product that was within budget and time expectations.
Coach and Professor
Black Spectacles
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students, and mapped out techniques for exam success.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
Owner, Principal
AROA
05.2013 - 07.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
Project Architect, Design Lead
Joeb Moore And Partners
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations to scrutinize projects against established architectural criteria.
- Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
- Monitored and analyzed project costs and resource allocation to mitigate overages.
- Refined conceptual designs into detailed plans by adding floor plans, elevations and section drawings.
Architectural Designer
Riser + Umemoto
09.2009 - 05.2010
- Created graphic renderings and models using Rhino, Autocad and 3D-Max.
- Researched building codes and requirements and applied to design planning.
- Worked closely with multi-disciplinary team to design Government Cultural Center based in Taipei Taiwan
- Coordinated all architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.
Architectural Administrative Assistant
Van Alen Institute
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record foundations data.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NYMaster of Science - Advanced Architectural Design
Columbia University
New York, NYCORE Certificate Program - Business Analytics, Economics, Accounting
Harvard University Business School - Online
Cambridge, MASkills
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Business Development and Strategic Planning
- Client Relationships/Communication
- Onboarding and Standards Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Extensive experience in an Operational/Financial Leadership role; both on a project as well as a wider company scale.
- Experienced in team building, and strategic thinking in regards to staffing and fostering relationships within a corporate structure..
- Work collaboratively, flexibly while implementing strategic goals developed by senior leadership.
- Analytical and problem-solver, which a goal on how we can reduce problem creation.
- Ability to set expectations across teams and client organizations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus of brevity with clear direction and supporting documentation.
Certification
- State of Illinois Licensed Architect-Current
- State of New York Licensed Architect-Current
- NCARB Member- Current
- AIA Member - Current
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Sailing
Wine
Travel
Timeline
Commissioner Board of Zoning Appeals
Village of Deerfield
01.2025 - Current
Assoc. Vice President and Senior Project Manager
Epstein
02.2024 - Current
Project Manager III
NORR
11.2021 - 01.2024
Senior Project Manager and Team Leader
D2D Green Design
07.2021 - 11.2021
Coach and Professor
Black Spectacles
08.2020 - 10.2021
Owner, Principal
AROA
05.2013 - 07.2021
Project Architect, Design Lead
Joeb Moore And Partners
05.2010 - 05.2013
Architectural Designer
Riser + Umemoto
09.2009 - 05.2010
Architectural Administrative Assistant
Van Alen Institute
08.2009 - 05.2010
CORE Certificate Program - Business Analytics, Economics, Accounting
Harvard University Business School - Online
Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture
Pratt Institute
Master of Science - Advanced Architectural Design
Columbia University
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