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Steven Singleton

Matthews,NC

Summary

Dedicated land design professional with a passion for creative, multi-functional design solutions, inspired by a holistic design approach that deliver results for clients, company's and communities. Proven track record of working under pressure and navigating challenges resulting in organizational growth, synergistic team culture, and successful project outcomes.



Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Planning and Landscape Architecture

Bohler
03.2019 - Current
  • Developed innovation within Planning, Landscape Architecture and Design (PLAD) group skill set, identified and implemented strategic operational changes resulting in efficient and effective outcomes.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients resulting in consistent pipeline of opportunities to support local land development teams.
  • Implemented new methodologies to improve workload planning process and results.
  • Managed and mentored performance of design staff across south division ensuring alignment and consistency to support company initiatives.
  • Presented myself as culture champion thru holding myself and others within division accountable to Core Operating Principals and The Bohler Way.
  • Served as conduit between divisional teams and Managing Director by providing weekly reporting on workloads, human resource issues, project needs, project updates and business development opportunities
  • Evangelized PLAD across division to educate internal teams, cultivate immersive partnerships and achieve multi-disciplinary company goals.

Landscape Architecture Manager

Banks Engineering, Inc
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Recognized by ASLA with Design Honor Award for leading the preservation and design of Castle and Key Distillery.
  • Managed land entitlement, site design and landscape architectural services for land development clients.
  • Directed creative design process, educating colleagues and clients on innovative design solutions, performing project management tasks, delegated and managed production of deliverables by staff designers and civil engineers, expertise in custom detailing and construction administration.

Owner Handyman Connection

Self Employed Services
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations for residential and commercial remodeling, repair and commercial facility maintenance
  • Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in 15% year-over-year increase in revenues.
  • Increased NPS (net promoter score) by 35% points over 2 year span.
  • Negotiated and delivered service contracts for national retail brands including Social Security Administration, Starbucks, CVS, Walgreens, Best Buy, Ulta Beauty, and more.

Project Manager

CARMAN
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Site Development
  • Planned, designed, and delivered on large, award winning projects.
  • Produced site design and development presentations, cost estimates, drawings, specifications and deliverables for public and private clients.


Landscape Architect

Glatting Jackson
01.2004 - 12.2008
  • Collaborated on national and international, high profile projects ranging from urban design, community master planning, parks and open space planning & design, and hospitality projects
  • Produced project documents: drawings, technical specifications, professional reports, cost estimates, proposals, and branding materials
  • Completed PSMJ A/E/C Project Management Bootcamp

Landscape Designer & Business Development

C.D.P. Engineers
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Exceeded company / client expectations with project management, business acumen and creative project solutions
  • Promoted to project manager and business development representative one year out of college
  • Encouraged to accept relocation opportunity to open new office in Cincinnati, Ohio

Education

M.B.A - Business Administration

Sullivan University, Lexington, KY

Magna Cum Laude

Contract Negotiation

Leadership

Team Development

Management


B.S - Landscape Architecture

University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

ASLA Design Award of Merit

Creativity Award of Excellence

Skills

  • Strategic planning and analysis
  • Creative Problem Solver
  • Business Leadership
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Business Development
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Writing
  • Technical Aptitude
  • Graphic Design

Additional Information

  • North Carolina PLA 2102
  • South Carolina PLA 1545
  • Florida PLA 666847
  • Kentucky PLA 762
  • General Contractor KY10046



Affiliations

Urban Land Institute (ULI)

American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)

Council of Landscape Architecture Registration Board (CLARB)



Timeline

Director of Planning and Landscape Architecture - Bohler
03.2019 - Current
Landscape Architecture Manager - Banks Engineering, Inc
01.2017 - 04.2019
Owner Handyman Connection - Self Employed Services
01.2013 - 01.2018
Project Manager - CARMAN
01.2008 - 01.2013
Landscape Architect - Glatting Jackson
01.2004 - 12.2008
Landscape Designer & Business Development - C.D.P. Engineers
01.2001 - 01.2004
Sullivan University - M.B.A, Business Administration
University of Kentucky - B.S, Landscape Architecture
Steven Singleton