Jill Burns
NEWPORT BEACH,California
Summary
As the Director of Simply Asbuilt, I lead a dynamic creative studio comprised of skilled professionals, including architects, space planners, field verifiers, and BOMA specialists, dedicated to serving the commercial and residential real estate industry. With a proven track record, I excel in setting priorities, establishing goals, and managing projects efficiently to ensure timely delivery. Within Simply Asbuilt it is a must to steer projects to successful completion by effectively managing timelines and budgets, ensuring optimal efficiency and resource utilization. I excel in building strong professional relationships, fostering client loyalty and generating repeat business through effective interpersonal skills. Thriving in a fast-paced collaborative environment, I am committed to delivering innovative solutions that exceed expectations and drive success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Simply Asbuilt
Newport Beach, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Team lead in delivering a foundational approach to as-built floor plans, BOMA standards, site plans, space plans and city submittals
- Close collaborations with commercial real estate brokers and landlords, architects and project/asset managers ensuring precision that not only met but surpassed project requirements.
- Delegate work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Implement systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Built strong referral network to generate new business opportunities due to satisfied clients.
- Use strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Review financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Use excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Studio Manager
Ware Malcomb
Irvine, California
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Co-ran the first building measurement services department within Ware Malcomb nation wide.
- Researched new technologies to improve studio operations.
- Coordinated with clients on technical requirements for projects.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
Co- Founder
WorkSpace Plans
NEWPORT BEACH, California
03.2012 - 05.2018
- Produced precise as-built floor plans adhering to BOMA standards, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standard for office, industrial, retail and medical properties.
- Cultivated valuable relationships with real estate brokers, architects, landlords and asset managers, fostering new business opportunities and expanding client network.
- Successfully expanded the business territory from Orange County to Los Angeles, Riverside and San Diego, strategically identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities in new markets.
- Executed targeted marketing at ICSC ( International Council of Shopping Centers) enhancing the visibility and appeal fo the retail commercial real estate professionals.
- Business was acquired by Ware Malcomb
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Design
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-1992
Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Communication
- Spatial Planning
- Client Relationship Management
- Quality Control
- Innovative Problem- Solving
- Industry Knowledge
Affiliations
pilates and all aspects of fitness
walking my sheepadoodle
empty nester enjoying watching daughters thrive
Accomplishments
I co- founded a business called WorkSpace plans which specialized in asbuilt floorplans throughout Southern California. This boutique company was acquired by Ware Malcomb, an international architectural/design firm, in 2018. This lead to the establishment of the first entity of the "Building Measurement Services" within the company. It remains the first group of its kind within Ware Malcomb and continues to operate successfully to this day.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Simply Asbuilt
08.2020 - Current
Studio Manager
Ware Malcomb
05.2018 - 08.2020
Co- Founder
WorkSpace Plans
03.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Design
University of California, Los Angeles
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