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Lisa HArper

Chico, CA,CA

Summary

Seasoned project management specialist with comprehensive experience in leading projects from inception to completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes for efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational workflows and significantly improving project outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Project Manager /Creative Design Director

William Schneider Design
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - Current
  • Ensured resource availability and allocation.
  • Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
  • Implemented change management processes when issues arose to keep project moving forward and adjust to shifted priorities.
  • Outlined work plans, assessed resources and determined timelines for projects.
  • Oversaw quality control throughout the project life cycle to ensure deliverables met or exceeded expectations.

Assistant Interior Designer

Design Tec
Newport Beach, CA
05.2015 - 01.2019
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss project requirements.
  • Estimated material requirements and costs to present design to client for approval.
  • Created specifications for furnishing fabrics and finishes to ensure quality control standards were met.
  • Created custom design boards with attention to detail for visual representation, including samples of fabrics, wall finishes and flooring.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.

Showroom Sales Consultant

Duralee Fabrics
Los Angeles, CA
05.2009 - 11.2014
  • Provided product knowledge, including features, benefits, usage instructions and warranties.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Consulted with clients to determine their needs and preferences.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products based on their needs and preferences.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.

Education

Associate of Arts - Humanities

Oxnard Community College
Oxnard
06-2005

Associate of Science - Interior Design

Butte Community College
Oroville, CA
06-2002

Bachelor of Arts -

San Francisco Art Institute
San Francisco, CA
06-1984

High School Diploma -

High School For The Performing And Visual Arts
Houston, TX
06-1980

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Art

Minneapolis College of Art And Design
Minneapolis, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Communication

California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA

Skills

  • Specification review
  • Scope management
  • Quality control
  • Multi-project management
  • Meeting participation
  • Schedule coordination
  • Client liaison
  • Documentation management
  • Requirements gathering
  • Project scheduling
  • Project plan development
  • Project planning

Timeline

Senior Project Manager /Creative Design Director

William Schneider Design
01.2019 - Current

Assistant Interior Designer

Design Tec
05.2015 - 01.2019

Showroom Sales Consultant

Duralee Fabrics
05.2009 - 11.2014

Associate of Arts - Humanities

Oxnard Community College

Associate of Science - Interior Design

Butte Community College

Bachelor of Arts -

San Francisco Art Institute

High School Diploma -

High School For The Performing And Visual Arts

Some College (No Degree) - Fine Art

Minneapolis College of Art And Design

Some College (No Degree) - Communication

California State University, Channel Islands
Lisa HArper