Nate Lefever
Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
A focused Project Manager with a long track record of successful experiences in sales, historic preservation, manufacturing, local government, non-profit management, planning, design, building materials and construction. Property management experience that excels at applying creative and analytical approaches for continuous process improvement. Skills at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions continues to produce positive project outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Lefever Historics LLC
02.2019 - Current
- Commercial and residential historic preservation project management.
- New construction and renovation development and design.
- Commercial, industrial, and residential real estate purchasing and sales.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Property management of single family and multi-unit properties.
- Project permitting and licensing supervision.
- Blueprint and site plan review and development.
- Research and deliver property and previous owner history reports.
- Neighborhood leadership and stakeholder engagement for future use and development of real estate.
Historic Preservation and Culture Planner
City Of Fort Wayne, Indiana
08.2022 - Current
- Staff to the Historic Preservation Commission and Public Art Commission.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to stakeholder identification and communication, planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Issuance of Certificates of Appropriateness for work in Local Historic Districts.
- Section 106 reviews and review of National Register of Historic Places nominations.
- State and Federal historic tax credit and grant program assistance to home and business owners.
- Organized brainstorming sessions between cross-functional teams to develop strategy and creative ideas for future events and grant opportunities.
- Partnering with community leaders to deliver large scale public art.
Store Manager
Connolly’s Do-It Best Hardware and Rental
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Logistics, management and delivery of building, facilities, and fleet maintenance, and contracted work.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Worked directly with vendors for the acquisition of new products.
- Increased productivity with regular staff meetings and used of Kanban inspired project boards and information radiators.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Project Manager & Museum Curator
Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights
10.2012 - 08.2018
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Directing and management of all museum operations.
- Restoration of historic gas and electric lights for museum display and general sales.
- Facilitate trade shows and media events.
- Conducting educational seminars for higher education, industry professionals, and the public.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
ReStore Director
East St. Tammany Habitat For Humanity
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Grant writing.
- Advertisement design, bidding and contracting.
- Volunteer coordinating, project planning and management.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals to stakeholders.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Donor relations development, process building and administration.
- Fleet management and maintenance.
- Fundraising and auction supervision.
Special Projects Manager
Habitat for Humanity East Bay ReStore
01.2010 - 08.2010
- Arrange for the donation and procurement of store inventory.
- Historic preservation consultant for the company and patrons of the store.
- Special projects management and store project development management.
- Organized and prioritized workload to delegate responsibilities among colleagues and team members.
- Contributing writer for company marketing and social media.
- Assistance in grant writing.
Antiques and Hardware Manager
Urban Ore Inc
08.2006 - 12.2009
- Project management for departmental expansion and all matters of facilities and grounds maintenance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Company purchaser and appraiser of antiques, hardware, and architectural salvage items.
- Historic preservation consultant to company, staff, and customers.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Continued green business development through the use of a zero-waste baseline and a established recycling mandates for unsold inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN07.2010
Skills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Project Deadlines
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Restoration Projects
- Cross-Training Skills
- Client Rapport-Building
- Baseline Schedules Creation
- Budget Administration
Affiliations
Columbia City, Ind.:
Whitley County Y.M.C.A.
Relay for Life Cancer Foundation
Whitley County Historical Society
Eli Lilly Foundation
Indianapolis, Ind.:
Riley’s Children’s Hospital
Muscular Dystrophy Foundation
90.1 W.F.Y.I. – National Public Radio
New Orleans, La.:
Coalition to Restore Costal Louisiana
Louisiana Cultural Vistas
National Association of Home Builders
Organizations & Offices Held
City of Fort Wayne Historic Preservation Commission – Vice Chairman - 2019 - Present
Columbia City High School:
Class President 1998-2002
Student Council 1998-2002: Sgt. at Arms 2001
Sigma Chi Fraternity (Rho Chapter – Butler University):
Pledge Class President 2003
Historian 2003
House Manager 2004
Steward (Kitchen Manager) 2005
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional *Certificaiton exam scheduled for August 18, 2023.
Licenses & Accreditations
- State of Indiana Licensed Real Estate Broker since October, 2020.
- Qualified Professional Historian - As per 36 CFR Part 61 and the National Parks Service.
- ACHP Section 106 Agreements Certification *Course completion on September 14, 2023.
Timeline
Historic Preservation and Culture Planner
City Of Fort Wayne, Indiana
08.2022 - Current
Owner
Lefever Historics LLC
02.2019 - Current
Store Manager
Connolly’s Do-It Best Hardware and Rental
09.2018 - 05.2020
Project Manager & Museum Curator
Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights
10.2012 - 08.2018
ReStore Director
East St. Tammany Habitat For Humanity
09.2010 - 10.2012
Special Projects Manager
Habitat for Humanity East Bay ReStore
01.2010 - 08.2010
Antiques and Hardware Manager
Urban Ore Inc
08.2006 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History
Butler University
- PMP - Project Management Professional *Certificaiton exam scheduled for August 18, 2023.
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