Michelle Petrushka
Moraga,CA
Summary
Results-driven professional with significant expertise in construction and real estate, focusing on project feasibility and operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in implementing innovative design solutions and streamlining processes to align with strategic goals. Effective leader with a history of managing large teams and facilitating cross-departmental collaboration. Dedicated to building strong client relationships and mentoring teams to deliver outstanding results.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Facilities Analyst-Planner
Judicial Council of California
San Francisco/Sacramento, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Executed strategic planning for California Judicial Council, including Supreme Court and Courts of Appeal.
- Developed budget packages for capital outlay funding requests, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Assessed current space utilization to enhance efficiency and adapt to evolving work environments.
- Collaborated with internal and external partners to prepare and present comprehensive reports to Judicial Council.
- Compiled Capital Outlay Funding Requests, streamlining submission processes.
- Monitored consultants and reviewed court facilities programming documents for capital project design team.
- Evaluated schematic designs and construction documents for adherence to judicial branch standards.
- Maintained data integrity, prepared reports, and recommended policies for courthouse project development.
Senior Director Project Management
CBRE
San Francisco, CA
10.2017 - 06.2024
- Improved operational efficiencies by creating comprehensive policies and procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members, supporting professional development and growth.
- Oversaw San Francisco Project Management team of 6 to 8 direct reports.
- Managed divisional operational budget of $1.3M, focusing on hiring and mentorship.
- Directed planning and execution of office moves, renovations, and tenant improvements.
- Led business development efforts by submitting proposals to existing and potential clients.
- Maintained accurate Salesforce data for new projects, aligning it with property teams.
- Delivered regular status reports on project risks and recommendations to senior leadership.
Director of Global Projects
CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
San Francisco, CA
09.2015 - 10.2017
Senior Project Manager
CBRE
San Francisco, CA
09.2006 - 09.2015
Director, Special Projects and Program
CALIFORNIA STATE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION
San Francisco, CA
09.2005 - 06.2006
Operations Director, QSR (North American Region)
INTERIOR SYSTEMS, INC
Milwaukee, WI
05.2004 - 05.2005
Facilities Project Manager (retained consultant)
CAPITAL ONE
Dallas, TX
03.2002 - 05.2004
Senior Facilities Project Manager
CALIFORNIA STATE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION
San Francisco, CA
09.1996 - 02.2000
Education
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Interior Architecture
California College of Arts at San Francisco
San Francisco, CAEngineering Transfer Classes -
College of the Desert
Palm Springs, CASkills
- Project and program management
- Process development and standards
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Client relationship management
- Design oversight
- Infrastructure retrofitting
- Capital facility planning
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Lease analysis
Personal Information
Title: CBRE – Project Management Professional credentials, California Real Estate License
Selected Portfolio Of Projects
- Capital Group, 1 Market, San Francisco, CA, Restack and new Tenant Improvement onto 5 contiguous floors.
- CBRE – New San Francisco Office, Sales Force Tower, San Francisco, CA, New downtown office for CBRE in first generation space.
- Metlife, Redwood City, New waterfront Courtyard areas with covered pergolas.
- AEW Capital, San Francisco, CA, Roof-Deck, Lobby Renovations/Elevator Modernization.
- Barings Capital, San Francisco, CA, Completed 5 floors concurrently with multiple client requirements.
- Veritas Technologies, San Francisco, CA, New office with new workplace settings.
- Umpqua Bank, Various Western Region, Renovated each branch to meet brand guidelines.
- Deloitte, 555 Mission St., San Francisco, CA, Built and relocated Deloitte HQ from 15 Floors to new location.
- Chevron Re-Image Program and Fuel Delivery, Western Region, Responsible for California, Washington, Oregon and Hawaii implementation.
- California State Automobile Association (AAA), Glendale, AZ, Relocated IT Data Center and developed new Call Center.
- Veritas Technologies, Paris, New 60,000 sq feet Technology office for US based organization.
- Apple Computer – Global Preservation Projects, Responsible for infrastructure roll out of the new mechanical systems in retail stores.
Affiliations
- Unique travel adventures
- Experimental art creation
Certification
- Obtain PMP via CBRE / University of North Texas
- California Real Estate License
References
References available upon request.
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Senior Facilities Analyst-Planner
Judicial Council of California
03.2025 - Current
Senior Director Project Management
CBRE
10.2017 - 06.2024
Director of Global Projects
CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
09.2015 - 10.2017
Senior Project Manager
CBRE
09.2006 - 09.2015
Director, Special Projects and Program
CALIFORNIA STATE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION
09.2005 - 06.2006
Operations Director, QSR (North American Region)
INTERIOR SYSTEMS, INC
05.2004 - 05.2005
Facilities Project Manager (retained consultant)
CAPITAL ONE
03.2002 - 05.2004
Senior Facilities Project Manager
CALIFORNIA STATE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION
09.1996 - 02.2000
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Interior Architecture
California College of Arts at San Francisco
Engineering Transfer Classes -
College of the Desert