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Lisa Johnson, FAIA, LEED AP, Assoc. DBIA

Lisa Johnson, FAIA, LEED AP, Assoc. DBIA

Seattle,WA

Summary

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and collaborative team engagement to positively impact both company and project success.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
8
8

Certifications

Work History

Northwest Region K-12 Sector Leader

DLR Group
10.2012 - 05.2023
  • Led DLR Group's K-12 Pacific Northwest practice, including work in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Hawaii.
  • Grew practice from $3 million in new fees to consistent $10 million to $20 million in new fees.
  • Served as coach, mentor, and colleague to collaborative leadership team of 6 principals, leading integrated design team of 50-100 architectural, interior design, and engineering professionals.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Served as principal in charge/ client leader for over dozen projects
  • Notable achievements include 60 awards over last 10 years, including client leadership of projects of note such as Pathfinder Kindergarten Center and Camas Discovery HS.
  • Maintained positive client relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Principal/ Client Leader

DLR Group
09.2003 - 05.2023
  • Served as project executive leading projects from start to finish, achieving client's vision, goals, and objectives while delivering project on-time, and on -budget
  • Led projects of various scopes and sizes, from small works projects $1M Construction Cost and below, to projects of scale ranging from $50M to over $100M construction cost
  • As national project management leader, leveraged skills and expertise to launch DLR Group's first annual offsite "DLRU" as PM training/leadership and engagement retreat
  • Monitored metrics and developed actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance.
  • Created client and institution specific support strategies within team to better support clients' mission and vision.
  • Provided big-picture perspective and collaborative coaching and mentorship to full integrated design team.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community and industry organizations and agencies.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.

Higher Education Leader

DLR Group
10.2006 - 10.2012
  • Led and grew DLR Group's higher education practice in Washington, building upon a portfolio acquired from a local firm and providing enhanced design expertise from DLR Group's national offerings
  • Served as principal in charge/ client leader on higher education projects
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Notable achievements include leadership in achieving sustainable goals on projects such as LEED Gold renovation of College Activities Building (CAB) at the Evergreen State College, and achievement of first LEED silver project, Meadowdale Hall Renovation, for Edmonds Community College
  • Maintained positive client relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1992

Skills

  • Big-picture Thinking
  • Client Service
  • Profit Growth Strategies
  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Business Opportunity Development
  • Employee Coaching and Mentoring
  • Integrated Design Leadership
  • Integrated Project Delivery
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Analytical Skills

Affiliations

American Institute of Architects, Society of College and University Planning, Association for Learning Environments, Leadership Snohomish County

Certification

  • Fellow - American Institute of Architects
  • Licensed Architect: WA, OR, ID, MT, HI
  • NCARB Certified
  • LEED Accredited Professional
  • Associate DBIA


Timeline

Northwest Region K-12 Sector Leader

DLR Group
10.2012 - 05.2023

Higher Education Leader

DLR Group
10.2006 - 10.2012

Principal/ Client Leader

DLR Group
09.2003 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Architecture - Architecture

Carnegie Mellon University

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