JULIE HUIGENS
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Results-driven project specilaist with expertise in many roles overseeing financial and administrative project components. Skilled in leading projects from initiation to delivery, optimizing operations and reducing costs in engineering, procurement, and construction. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication abilities, excelling in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Design Project Manager
MISTER CAR WASH
Tucson, AZ
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed projects across the United States, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations including requests for proposals, due diligence, entitlements, and permitting.
- Collaborated with property owners, local authorities, legal representatives, civil and architectural consultants, and internal teams to create comprehensive construction bid packages.
- Developed and maintained weekly project schedules to track and communicate progress.
Facilities Project Coordinator
MISTER CAR WASH
Tucson, AZ
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with construction managers and project designers to implement tenant improvements and optimize process flow for existing and acquired stores.
- Assisted in developing and maintaining project budgets to ensure financial alignment with project goals.
- Participated in pre-construction meetings both internally and externally.
- Utilized Workfront software to track project cost and progress.
- Contributed to enhancing established processes to support the company's growth demands.
Construction Project Coordinator
C&W SERVICES
Tucson, AZ
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Coordinated with project managers on major campus projects, contributing to project execution plans, conducting construction progress walk-throughs, and updating redline drawings.
- Oversaw minor facility projects on Roche Tissue Diagnostic campus, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project specifications.
- Facilitated furniture requests for office employees, streamlining the procurement process and enhancing workplace satisfaction.
Planner/Scheduler/Utility Locating Supervisor
PAULEY CONSTRUCTION
Phoenix, AZ
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Commissioned by executive management to lead diverse roles for Verizon One Fiber project in Phoenix Metropolitan area.
- Supervised utility locating crew of four across multiple projects, ensuring compliance and project deadlines.
- Created and implemented utility locating processes, thus fulfilling client contractual obligations and Arizona 811 compliance.
- Trained new locators on internal database, locating software, document control, and Arizona 811 processes to enhance team capabilities.
- Developed, updated, and analyzed re-baselined schedule on a weekly basis, utilizing Primavera P6.
- Managed aerial make-ready involving priority segments, permitting and joint use agreements.
- Established and executed Request for Information (RFI) process.
Financial Accountant III
TETRA TECH
Lexington, KY
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Managed project accounting functions, including project set-up, invoicing, budget adjustments, and monthly revenue reviews across multiple disciplines using Oracle.
- Ensured Sarbanes Oxley compliance by meeting variance reporting requirements.
Senior Project Accountant (Project Hire)
BLACK & VEATCH
Overland Park, KS
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Functioned primarily in an analytical and monitoring role for the Kentucky Wired joint venture project field office utilizing Oracle Accounting modules and Aconex document control software.
- Compiled and evaluated project financial data, identifying issues in subcontractor payments, supervening events, and make-buy analysis.
- Collaborated with Commercial Manager to manage equipment subcontractor contract, improving processes, generating change requests, and reconciling quarterly purchase orders.
- Audited and distributed invoices to project management for review based on understanding of contract.
- Resolved complex invoice matters and addressed financial inquiries, ensuring clarity and accuracy in project accounting.
Project Accountant III
M3 Engineering
Tucson, AZ
11.2010 - 09.2011
- Managed project accounting oversight for $350M Rio Tinto Eagle Development mining initiative.
- Established processes for tracking, analyzing, and reporting contract status and payment documentation to ensure timely financial management.
- Produced summary cost reports aligned with project schedules and completion forecasts to support informed decision-making.
- Designed budget control database and spreadsheets to improve financial tracking and oversight.
- Supported construction management teams with cost and schedule analysis as back-up scheduler.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Management
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
Fayetteville, AR05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Tucson, AZTucson, AZ
Associates of General Studies -
PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Tucson, AZTucson, AZ
Skills
- Full project life cycle management
- Project controls and scheduling
- Strategic planning and analysis
- Risk management and mitigation
- Contract administration
- Team development and leadership
- Performance optimization
- Budget management
- Report generation and presentation
- Stakeholder communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem resolution
Certification
OSHA 10-hour, 21-702064516
Timeline
Design Project Manager
MISTER CAR WASH
08.2022 - 05.2023
Facilities Project Coordinator
MISTER CAR WASH
02.2022 - 08.2022
Construction Project Coordinator
C&W SERVICES
03.2020 - 02.2022
Planner/Scheduler/Utility Locating Supervisor
PAULEY CONSTRUCTION
12.2017 - 11.2019
Financial Accountant III
TETRA TECH
03.2017 - 12.2017
Senior Project Accountant (Project Hire)
BLACK & VEATCH
02.2016 - 03.2017
Project Accountant III
M3 Engineering
11.2010 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Construction Management
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Associates of General Studies -
PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE