Natalie Schlenz
Valencia
Summary
Cross-functional Team Leader, Organized, Detail Oriented, Problem Solver, Excellent People Skills, Professional and Outgoing Personality, Works Well Under Pressure, Reliable, Hard-Working.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager + Business Development Manager
Nadia Geller Designs
11.2018 - Current
- Project Manage Multi-Family Housing, Commercial, High End Residential, and Student Housing Interior Design Projects.
- Schedules including Deliverables/Milestones, Materials/Finishes, Plumbing, Lighting and FF&E.
- Review and Redline Interior Design Construction Drawings, Shop Drawings and Bid Set. RFIs and Submittals.
- Main point of contact with Client, GCs, and Subs to develop and oversee new construction and remodel projects to completion on schedule and within budget.
- Responsible for multiple projects in various design phases.
- Procurement- FF&E, Budgets and Spec Sheets.
- Custom Furniture, Cabinetry and Millwork.
- Sourcing and establishing relationships with new clients + vendors.
- Furniture Inspection and inventory at warehouse.
- White Glove Installation- Insurance, care and cleaning packages.
- Oversee social media and PR for the company.
- Proposals, Client outreach, client relations and networking.
- Contract Negotiation.
Interior Designer | Purchasing
LM Design Group
07.2011 - 11.2018
- High End Residential Interior Design
- Sourcing new materials and Purchasing
- Custom Furniture, Detailed Built-ins
- Unique Stone/Tile and Finish Selections
- Client Presentations- Material and Lighting Specifications
- Custom Kitchens and Bathrooms
- Project Schedule and Budgets
- Negotiating Pricing and contracts
- Scheduling Containers for International shipments
Interior Designer Showroom Sales
Mirage Fine Home Furnishings
09.2008 - 07.2011
- High End Home Furnishing Sales and Negotiation with Clients and Vendors.
- Merchandising Showroom.
- Purchasing, Pricing and Purchase Orders.
- Collaborated with clients to understand design preferences and deliver tailored solutions.
Model Home Interior Designer
Two's Company Interiors
07.2003 - 01.2008
- Started as front office then Junior Designer and worked up to Interior Designer
- Interior Designer for Model Homes and Sales Offices.
- Custom Bedding and Kids Rooms.
- Memorable and Unique.
- Working on Multiple Projects at a time with very tight budgets.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Interior Design
California State University Northridge
06.2005
Skills
- PowerPoint
- Bluebeam
- Excel
- Design Smart
- Team Works
- Procore
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Client relations
- Purchasing and procurement
Affiliations
ASID Allied Member (2024)
Timeline
Project Manager + Business Development Manager
Nadia Geller Designs
11.2018 - Current
Interior Designer | Purchasing
LM Design Group
07.2011 - 11.2018
Interior Designer Showroom Sales
Mirage Fine Home Furnishings
09.2008 - 07.2011
Model Home Interior Designer
Two's Company Interiors
07.2003 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science Degree - Interior Design
California State University Northridge