Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Roles And Responsibilities
References
Leadership Experience
Communication Skills
Timeline
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Laura Gesh

Springfield,Oregon

Summary

Dynamic Project Engineer with a proven track record at Reynolds Electric and Plumbing, adept in enhancing efficiency and streamlining operations. Excelled in leadership and client relationship management, achieving on-time, under-budget project completions. Skilled in construction blueprint analysis and proficient in computer applications, consistently maintaining quality standards and fostering positive vendor relations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer/Team Leader, Logistics

Reynolds Electric and Plumbing
Eugene, OR
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling to achieve on-time, under-budget completion of projects.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to obtain best pricing and maintain quality standards.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to construction commencement.
  • Coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Project Management

Fixturelogic and Whitewater Construction
11.2007 - 08.2024
  • Implemented new procedures and technologies that improved efficiency and streamlined operations
  • Made certain that project documents were complete, up to date, and properly stored
  • Was able to maintain positive relationships with all clients
  • Coordinated with various vendors and evaluating order procurement in order to meet the needs of our clients and complete projects within the requested specifications
  • Change orders, RFIs, and other documents needed to complete project requirements as needed.
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors to obtain the best prices for goods or services.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
  • Maintained vendor relationships by providing detailed information regarding product specifications or requirements.
  • Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
  • Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated with finance and accounting to ensure timely payments to suppliers.
  • Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.

Project Engineer

Forefront Designs
05.2004 - 11.2007
  • Implemented new procedures and technologies that improved efficiency and streamlined operations

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Orgon
Eugene, OR
03-2005

High School -

Thurston High School
Springfield, OR
06-1999

Skills

  • Organized Calendar Management
  • Efficiency Enhancement
  • Contract Evaluation
  • Construction Blueprint Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Proficient in Computer Applications
  • Prioritization and Multi-Tasking
  • Leadership Experience
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Public Notary since 2005
  • Quality control
  • Subcontracting management
  • Understanding Building Codes
  • RFI documentation
  • Purchasing and procurement

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Implemented new procedures and technologies that improved efficiency and streamlined operations.
  • Made certain that project documents were complete, up to date, and properly stored.
  • Maintained positive relationships with all clients.
  • Coordinated with various vendors and evaluated order procurement to meet the needs of clients and complete projects within requested specifications.
  • Managed change orders, RFI, and other documents needed to complete project requirements as needed.

References

  • Sheila Dykes, Manager at Fixturelogic, 541-520-6004
  • Tony Phifer, VP of Construction Reynolds Electric, 541-517-3222
  • Kris Johnson, Project Manager Reynolds Electric, 541-600-7222
  • Melissa Diekhoff, Project Manager Essex Construction, 541-914-1530

Leadership Experience

Successfully have been a pivotal part of teams that come in on time and within budget on small and large scale projects.

Communication Skills

Implemented new procedures and technologies that improved efficiency and streamlined operations.

Timeline

Project Engineer/Team Leader, Logistics

Reynolds Electric and Plumbing
08.2023 - Current

Project Management

Fixturelogic and Whitewater Construction
11.2007 - 08.2024

Project Engineer

Forefront Designs
05.2004 - 11.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Orgon

High School -

Thurston High School
Laura Gesh