Mackenzie Dayton
Bellevue,WA
Summary
Event planner and project management professional with hands-on experience leading weddings and private events from planning through execution. Experienced in vendor management, budget tracking, timeline development, client communication, event logistics, setup, and day-of coordination. Brings a strong background managing complex, deadline-driven projects and multiple stakeholders, with a proven ability to stay organized, solve problems, and execute under pressure.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Planner
GIAN Events
Seattle, WA
02.2026 - Current
- Led the planning and design of an intimate 25-person family reunion hosted at a private residence in Seattle.
- Managed vendor communication and contracts throughout planning and event day, ensuring seamless coordination of logistics and deliverables across multiple vendors.
- Coordinated unique guest entertainment with a professional falconer and four birds of prey, integrating the experience into event logistics and enhancing guest engagement.
- Directed event-day setup and strike, overseeing design and execution to create a cohesive guest experience.
Associate Planner
GIAN Events
Seattle, WA
02.2026 - Current
- Led the planning and execution of a 100-guest wedding with a $130K budget, managing the event from initial planning through day-of execution within a 90-day timeline.
- Coordinated vendor meetings, budget tracking, scheduling, logistics, and day-of management for wedding vendor team to ensure seamless event execution.
- Directed event-day setup and vendor coordination to maintain alignment with established timeline and fulfill client vision.
- Integrated diverse entertainment lineup of live violinist, saxophonist, vocalist, and DJ into event timeline to enhance guest experience.
Senior Project Engineer
ACG Builds Inc.
Seattle, Washington
11.2025 - Current
- Coordinated communication between clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Planned, designed and managed various kinds of engineering projects.
- Developed project schedules using project management software.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain construction standards.
- Analyzed project specifications to determine resource requirements.
- Managed procurement processes for tools and materials needed on-site.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project's execution.
- Maintained accurate records detailing all aspects of assigned projects.
- Managed communication between stakeholders, ensuring they had the necessary information needed.
Project Engineer
Promontory Homes
Park City, UT
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated subcontractors, materials, schedules, and quality control to ensure successful execution of ground-up commercial construction projects.
- Managed change orders and budget administration to facilitate project delivery and ensure timely close-out.
- Coordinated project stakeholders and resolved issues to maintain project momentum in fast-paced, deadline-driven onsite environment.
Senior Project Engineer
RAND Construction
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Coordinated project schedules, subcontractor activities, procurement, client meetings, material tracking, and project close-out to ensure timely project delivery.
- Administered change orders and budgets throughout project lifecycles, maintaining financial oversight and project alignment.
- Collaborated with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams to enhance communication and streamline project execution.
Education
B.A. - Communications, Focus: Journalism & Media Production
Washington State University
01-2021
Associate of Arts -
Pierce Community College
01-2018
Skills
- Event planning and coordination
- Event logistics and setup
- Budget and timeline management
- Vendor and client relations
- Contract negotiation
- Contract and invoice oversight
- Project management software
- Stakeholder communication
- Problem solving
Timeline
Associate Planner
GIAN Events
02.2026 - Current
Associate Planner
GIAN Events
02.2026 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
ACG Builds Inc.
11.2025 - Current
Project Engineer
Promontory Homes
01.2024 - 01.2025
Senior Project Engineer
RAND Construction
01.2023 - 01.2024
B.A. - Communications, Focus: Journalism & Media Production
Washington State University
Associate of Arts -
Pierce Community College