Kristin McCrosson
Mt. Pleasant,SC
Summary
Goal-driven and hands-on manager with a proven record of fostering positive team dynamics and achieving optimal results. Recognized for reliability, quick problem-solving, and unwavering motivation, I bring a personalized touch to property management, treating each as if it were my own. A skilled negotiator with a strong business network, I am dedicated, loyal, and adept at building lasting relationships. I excel in event planning, showcasing creativity, and bring my passion for healthy cooking to any table.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Estate and Property Manager
Self
Mount Pleasant, SC
08.2008 - Current
- Managed design and implementation of all high-end estate construction projects to include new construction, additions and renovations, pool, dock, and seawall. Reviewed and edited plans as needed.
- Hired, managed and worked successfully with large and diverse groups of contractors to promote a cohesive approach accomplishing high-end, successful projects while meeting time and budgetary goals.
- Focused on high quality and best price. I get the best of both.
- Designed, installed, programmed and maintained all systems to include pool, HVAC, security, elevators, plumbing, electrical, AV, landscape lighting. Programmed application access from various devices.
- Networked multiple buildings promoting seamless communication for security, safety and convenience. Implemented security protocols and liaised with security personnel.
- Designed and managed maintenance of grounds and gardens, paying attention to every detail. Special eye for landscape design, lighting, planted potted and hanging arrangements.
- Managed and scheduled all contractor and vendor functions, contracts and budgets. Maintained beneficial relationships with all. Detailed expectations always.
- Monitored vendor and staff progress and efficiency by "hands-on" participation with all applicable projects, leading them to meet my detailed expectations. Conducted daily end of day walk throughs and update meetings.
- Utilized life-time of boating experience to maintain all boating systems and devices. Maintained, cleaned and secured all fishing rods and gear. Boat kept in "always ready" status for fun with all water safety and governmental requirements complete.
- Conducted regular inspections of all facilities to ensure safety standards were met. Managed storm preparation for all buildings, vehicles, boats and equipment. Maintained regular maintenance schedule for all.
- Regularly coordinated with outside organizations such as local government agencies and utilities companies.
- Coached and managed all indoor and other estate staff, hired and fired as needed to maintain a peaceful, top-of-the-line, efficiently run environment. Coached and trained all staff to be the best they can be. Staff loves working for me to meet their goals. Trained all staff on elite service standards from cleaning to fine dinner service, and party service creating redundancy in staffing. Maintained records of employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions taken when needed.
- Planned every detail for fantastic parties. Maintained guest list, party notes, menu items, decorations, invitations. This includes exquisite, fine dinner parties to Lowcountry oyster roasts. Handled all chefs, catering, entertainment, valet and drivers.
- Maintained and managed deep cleaning projects, implemented organization and inventory control system for every building, room, pantry, storage area, seasonal supplies, tools and equipment. Ordered as needed to keep supply updated including food and beverages.
- Worked with designers and decorators to maintain a high aesthetic, warm and smart feel. Stocked study and manly rooms. Decorated rooms as well as woman's, female special areas.
- Utilized my private contacts to dress and accessorize clients for every event and gift giving.
- As an added service and special request, prepared healthy meal planning and preparation as needed. I am a great healthy cook, an expert on food allergies.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Sales Manager Network Systems and Services
Charleston Telecommunication Consulting
Charleston, SC
02.1996 - 11.2007
- Provided safety and efficiency with critical connectivity in various markets to include high-volume spectator venues, hospitals, high-end, multi-building campus retirement communities, hotels, dormitories, schools, government buildings,coliseums and expo venues.
- Strategic, thoughtful financial planning to design solutions maximizing clients efficiency producing sizable savings/ workflow. By redesigning network services, one client alone saved $18,000-$22,000 monthly with my call center network and equipment upgrade solution.
- Designed redundant connectivity solutions providing solid platforms to eliminate / minimize downtime.
- Achieved Top Sales Award for Network Services Division through targeted and precise market studies and building relationships with superior customer service.
- Evaluated customer's technology bills and implemented systems and services to save substantial amounts while alleviating bottlenecks and streamlining workloads.
- Managed detailed inventory for cabling, phone system and network divisions. Worked with vendors on getting the best price.
- Engineered and programmed network solutions. Coordinated and worked with various utility companies on "turn-up" days to ensure a smooth transition.
Education
Biology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Positive, funny, upbeat and tough manager I bring out the best Lead and train to develop an incredible, happy staff Management of that staff to get win-win results
- Vendor management, contract details, ensure workers are proud to provide the best products and services at the best price
- Overall experience and knowledge of how to handle tasks and emergencies Direct, manage and keep all calm
- Treat the property as my own, tend to it as I would my own Act as a proper representative of owners
- Event planning, boating and fishing, fun days
- 12 time marathon runner to include the Boston, my favorite
Timeline
Estate and Property Manager
Self
08.2008 - Current
Sales Manager Network Systems and Services
Charleston Telecommunication Consulting
02.1996 - 11.2007
Biology
University of South Carolina