Joseph Defoe
Bayfield
Summary
Dynamic Design Engineer and Project Manager with a proven track record at Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. Expert in project management and budgeting, I excel in contract negotiation and technical drawing. Adept at leading teams to achieve project milestones while ensuring compliance with regulations and client specifications.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer/Project Manager
Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
Bayfield
12.2019 - Current
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Reviewed and approved change orders, and other contractual modifications affecting the budget and schedule.
- Created project RFP's, provide information to RFI's, approve shop drawings.
Project Designer/Project Manager
C&S Design & Engineering
Ashland
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting tight deadlines.
- Created detailed designs for projects based on customer specifications.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
Architectural Designer
Hill Construction Services
Hayward
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Conducted site visits to assess conditions of existing structures.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Researched local building ordinances and zoning regulations to ensure compliance with relevant codes.
Cadd Manager/Architectural Designer
Oevering Homes
New Richmond
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Coordinated project development from concept to completion.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Researched local building ordinances and zoning regulations to ensure compliance with relevant codes.
Project Designer
Lake Effect Builders
Washburn
12.2013 - 10.2014
- Primary designer for all projects
- Implemented CAD standards
- Billing & Employee payroll duties
Office Assistant/Sales Agent
Reed Realty
Bayfield
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Maintain company website
- Prepare/ update MLS listing
- Schedule showings/appointments
Owner/Cafe Manager
Big Water Coffee Roasters
Bayfield
01.2010 - 10.2014
- Manage daily team members
- Daily deposits for Cafe
- Scheduling employees work load
Architectural Designer
BlackHawk Engineering
Phelps
07.2006 - 11.2009
- Project coordinator/designer
- Firm representative for bid, council, and county meetings
- Project Rendering Specialist
Architectural Designer
Hans Hagen Homes
Fridley
09.2005 - 07.2006
- Incorporating design changes to meet clients needs
- Permit coordinator for all projects
- Project Manager for multiple clients
Office Manager
Devin Design
Mt. Horeb
07.2004 - 09.2005
- Weekly meetings with accountant
- Conducted client initial design meetings
- On-site construction manager
Engineering Technician/CADD Operator II
RMT, Inc.
Madison
12.1999 - 07.2004
- Osha 40 Hour & Troxler certified
- Resident Project Representative for multiple construction projects
- Specialized in creating client site maps
Architectural Draftsman
Summit Engineering
Iron River
03.1999 - 12.1999
- Office contact for clients
- Residential and Commercial project work
- Conducted project field inspections
Education
Architectural Technology -
Madison Area Technical College
MadisonSkills
- Project management and budgeting
- Contract negotiation and change orders
- Design software proficiency
- Technical drawing expertise
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Design Engineer/Project Manager
Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
12.2019 - Current
Project Designer/Project Manager
C&S Design & Engineering
06.2018 - 12.2019
Architectural Designer
Hill Construction Services
05.2017 - 05.2018
Cadd Manager/Architectural Designer
Oevering Homes
10.2014 - 05.2018
Project Designer
Lake Effect Builders
12.2013 - 10.2014
Office Assistant/Sales Agent
Reed Realty
03.2010 - 10.2014
Owner/Cafe Manager
Big Water Coffee Roasters
01.2010 - 10.2014
Architectural Designer
BlackHawk Engineering
07.2006 - 11.2009
Architectural Designer
Hans Hagen Homes
09.2005 - 07.2006
Office Manager
Devin Design
07.2004 - 09.2005
Engineering Technician/CADD Operator II
RMT, Inc.
12.1999 - 07.2004
Architectural Draftsman
Summit Engineering
03.1999 - 12.1999
Architectural Technology -
Madison Area Technical College
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