Lisa Walker
555 Jonna St. Crozet,VA
Summary
Accomplished business professional seeking a position within a dynamic, progressive, goal-oriented organization. Qualifications include project management, architectural design, space planning, collaboration and team-building, educational and business technology training, curriculum development, event planning, mastery of oral and written communication, and above all, a strong ethical commitment to organization and colleagues.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Planner
Albemarle County Public Schools, Building Services
09.2022 - Current
- Management of facilities development projects with interdepartmental staff, public officials/committees, architecture/design/engineering teams, project stakeholders, vendors, contractors, and end users.
- Operational and strategic management of multiple planning projects from development through lifecycle.
- Coordination of long-term facility master planning with County and Division staff.
- Participation and assistance to Long-Range Planning Committee in preparing capital funding requests.
- Developing reports/presentations and serving as project spokesperson to School Board, Architectural Review Board, and/or other agencies.
- Management of capital and operational projects during peak periods as needed.
- Management, supervision, reporting, and presentation of projects involving master plans, engineering studies, peer and constructability reviews, high-performance building scope development, and financial estimates.
Project Manager/Planner
Albemarle County Public Schools
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Conduct daily administration of architectural and construction contracts pertaining to school design and construction projects.
- Assist in preparation and updates to Capital Improvement Plan.
- Coordinate construction documents review/approval to ensure timely delivery and project schedule success.
- Manage financial data for multiple projects using Excel spreadsheets and project management software.
- Work collaboratively with County departments, subject-matter-experts, local jurisdictions and utilities organizations to navigate regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Perform project management responsibilities for Capital and Maintenance projects.
Technology Training Specialist
Albemarle County Human Resources
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Develop, implement, publish, and present multimedia technology training documents and instructional classes for Albemarle County.
- Assess and address organizational priorities for short-term and long-term county technology needs.
- Research and procure training documentation software and equipment.
- Provide support and backup for all areas of Human Resources
- Develop and maintain Albemarle County Learning Catalog.
Project Management Assistant
Albemarle County Building Services
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Provide assistance in all areas of design and furniture planning for 2018 Capital Improvement Project.
- Develop and maintain project spreadsheets for all aspects of project.
- Review and analyze proposals, bid documents, and procurement protocols.
- Supervise furniture and equipment installations in new construction.
- Provide logistics management, vendor management, staff supervision, and quality control.
- Part-time position reallocation, based on my background and experience, to Building Services Department during heavy construction season.
Assistant Sales Manager
Stanley Martin Homes
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Part-time sales, design, marketing, project management, and customer support of Stanley Martin semi-custom homes, from initial customer contact through post-occupancy.
- Utilize educational experience to guide customers through design/construction experience and facilitate positive customer relationships.
- Use knowledge of local/state building codes to provide technical information and assistance.
- Cultivate community and business relationships in Western Albemarle County as part of Stanley Martin Homes team.
Middle School Mathematics Educator
Rockingham County Public Schools
12.2006 - 06.2017
- 6th and 7th grade math teacher at Montevideo Middle School, Penn Laird, VA
- Professional skills and qualifications: educational technology, team leadership; professional presentations; curriculum and development; event coordinator; event coordinator; student teacher/intern coordinator
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA12.1986
Certificate - Project Management
Association For Talent Development
Palm Beach, FL02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA12.2006
Skills
- Project Management
- Technical Training
- Technical Writing
- Personnel Management
- Data/Research Analysis
- Business Technology
- Computer Aided Design
- Curriculum Development
- Event Planning
- Architectural Design
- Graphic Design
- Business Management
- Team Facilitation
- Written Communications
Organizations And Honors
- Association for Talent Development member (2018-present)
- CASPCA Neonatal Kitten Rehabilitator/Foster (2019-Present)
- Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue volunteer (2018-2020)
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge volunteer (2018-2019)
- Event Planner & Coordinator, Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir (2007-2010)
- Board of Directors, Lakewood Homeowners Association (2001-2006)
- Board of Directors, Building Blocks Preschool (2002-2004)
- J.B. Walford Architecture Scholarship, James Madison University (1983-1986)
- Rotary Code of Ethics Award and Scholarship, Harrisonburg, VA (1982)
- Virginia Governor’s School for the Gifted (1981)
- Most Likely to Succeed” and “Most Intellectual;” Spotswood High School (1982)
Timeline
Senior Project Planner
Albemarle County Public Schools, Building Services
09.2022 - Current
Project Manager/Planner
Albemarle County Public Schools
10.2019 - 09.2022
Project Management Assistant
Albemarle County Building Services
02.2018 - 08.2018
Assistant Sales Manager
Stanley Martin Homes
08.2017 - 02.2018
Technology Training Specialist
Albemarle County Human Resources
07.2017 - 10.2019
Middle School Mathematics Educator
Rockingham County Public Schools
12.2006 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Architecture
James Madison University
Certificate - Project Management
Association For Talent Development
Bachelor of Science - Education
James Madison University
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