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Kelly J. Rasmussen

Kelly J. Rasmussen

Trabuco Canyon,CA

Summary

Professional Landscape Architect licensed in California, Arizona and Washington. Personable Landscape Architect that is well-trained with a strong background in a multi-discipline environment. Highly knowledgeable in both urban design and custom residential estates. Motivated and energetic with success in building and managing highly effective teams.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscape Architect / Owner

Rasmussen Design, Inc.
11.1994 - Current
  • Currently President of a successful Landscape Architectural firm of 29 years.
  • Manage a variety of project types which include all phases of design for commercial office, healthcare facilities, government and institutional offices, hotels and resorts, restaurants and custom residential estate designs.
  • Create and implement a variety of landscaping designs based upon residential and commercial customer specifications and budget while conforming the to the project contract.

Director of Landscape Architecture

The Keith Companies
Costa Mesa, CA
09.1990 - 11.1994
  • Provided valuable and creative strategies for a strong marketing and business development program which strengthened the Landscape Architecture Division with this multi-disciplined company.
  • Directed a team of sixteen professionals within our division.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Coordination of synergy within the multi-disciplines while working on a variety of large scale developments.
  • Maintaining efficiency, productivity and profitability within our division.

Senior Associate

Fong And Associates
06.1981 - 11.1990
  • Managed a team of Landscape Architects and Designers.
  • Client and agency interaction to determine project parameters.
  • Construction site observations.
  • Understood the overall package of Landscape Architectural plans from conceptual design, design development and construction documentation.
  • Developed junior team members and cultivated a collaborative culture.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06.1980

Skills

  • Licensed in CA, AZ and WA
  • Project Manager Supervision
  • Cost Estimates
  • Commercial Projects
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Urban Planning
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Client Relationships

Accomplishments

HomeAid Orange County Best Playhouse Award 2010


The World's Greatest Pool sponsored by Pebbletec 2012


CLCA Three (3) time recipient of Best Residential Estate Design Award

Timeline

Landscape Architect / Owner

Rasmussen Design, Inc.
11.1994 - Current

Director of Landscape Architecture

The Keith Companies
09.1990 - 11.1994

Senior Associate

Fong And Associates
06.1981 - 11.1990

Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Kelly J. Rasmussen