Letisha Rickel
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Experienced and dynamic professional with a strong background in virtual construction project management, design, architecture, sales, and large-scale organization systems. Customer-focused individual excelling at delivering exceptional service and building long-lasting relationships. Proven track record of successfully overseeing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Skilled in leveraging technology to optimize processes and drive efficiency. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals and exceed client expectations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Lovesac Furniture
10.2022 - Current
- Work virtually from my home office 85% of the time to manage day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitor progress of construction activities.
- Travel to jobsites around the US approximately once a month to ensure projects are progressing as planned, are up to city and state codes, satisfy safety compliances and help troubleshoot challenges with the onsite building crews.
- Manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Hold virtual construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Hold virtual training sessions for new contractors and employees
- Manage commercial construction projects by hosting weekly virtual checkins with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, designers and architects.
- Maintain relationships with existing vendors and negotiate contracts with new vendors.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to develop innovative solutions for complex construction challenges.
Designer & Project Manager
Blue Eye Interiors
Albuquerque, United States
01.2015 - 05.2022
- Guided our customers through every step of the project including budgeting, permitting, design, material procurement and construction
- Created systems and processes for efficient work, project and group management
- Efficiently managed several projects and groups at the same time. Using a keen eye for detail and follow up ensuring successful completion of all tasks
- Hosted power tool and general construction education classes.
- Monitored and inspect work progress for quality control and quality assurance; identify and resolve problem issues in a timely manner
- Held monthly training session with my team of 20 employees
- Generated sales leads and then responded to those leads with a focus on building relationships, closing clients and generating new projects
- Analyzed the market and completed industry research, attended conferences, and networked with other industry experts to stay up to date on the design & new product landscape
- Effectively communicated with clients, maintain positive client relations and run regular project scope meetings & coordinated schedules for vendors, teams, subs
- High level understanding of construction documents, vendor products and material specifications
- High level of all project management software such as Buildertrend, Basecamp and AutoCAD
Store Designer
La-Z-Boy Furniture
Albuquerque, United States
01.2011 - 12.2014
- I worked as a store designer in Ohio and New Mexico, managing corporate and local store design needs across 21 stores
- I created design layouts for upcoming showrooms in collaboration with La-Z-Boy corporate
- I managed large scale design teams, understanding different region's needs
- Manage several teams across multiple stores
- I trained all new members of the corporate design team
- I educated all sales staff on corporate updates and initiatives
- I specified all showroom designs for current and new vignettes, prepared displays for upcoming seasons, and coordinated store remodels
- I attended national furniture, appliance and design markets to determine market trends
- I maintained expert level understanding of all products and future design needs
Corporate Sales Manager
Hilton Garden Inn
Twinsburg, United States
06.2004 - 09.2010
- Managed over 200 corporate accounts for the hotel
- Sell group rooms, corporate rates, and large scale corporate events
- Plan, oversee and manage all details relating to large scale corporate events
- Act as manager on duty to hotel
- Built new business channels and expanded distribution reach across branches
- Coordinating sales efforts with product manager
- Maintaining current clients through contentious communication and follow up
- Prospecting new clients through sales activities
- Responsible for day-to-day operations and contribution to profitability of sales team
Education
Licensed General Contractor GB2 & GB98
New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2011
Skills
- Design and planning
- Reading blueprints
- Site safety management
- Renovation
- Remote Teaching Abilities
- Group class teaching
Hobbies and Interests
- Loves all things animals
- Checking out the local art scene
- Testing creativity in the kitchen
- Enjoys volunteer work
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
Lovesac Furniture
10.2022 - Current
Designer & Project Manager
Blue Eye Interiors
01.2015 - 05.2022
Store Designer
La-Z-Boy Furniture
01.2011 - 12.2014
Corporate Sales Manager
Hilton Garden Inn
06.2004 - 09.2010
Licensed General Contractor GB2 & GB98
New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
Kent State University