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Tracy Vella

Civil Engineer Coordinator
Essexville,MI
Tracy Vella

Summary

Qualified professional with 5 years of experience working in various capacities to complete construction engineering tasks. Expert in directing workflow of natural gas and electric distribution. Excellent blueprint interpreting and leadership skills. Experienced in preparing tender design, preliminary design and detailed design structural drawings. Applies cost-saving strategies without sacrificing practicality and quality.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Wade Trim

Civil Engineer Designer/Coordinator
12.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborated with teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of projects.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations through rigorous quality control measures during all project phases.
  • Presented clear visualizations of proposed designs using computer-aided drafting software for better client understanding.
  • Acted as primary point of contact for commercial clients and vendors.
  • Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.

MI Table LLC

Restaurant General Manager
08.2018 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Managed 60-person team of front and back of house staff for high-end Farm to Table restaurant.
  • Prepared restaurant business plan by reviewing demands, analyzing competitors and developing projections for sales and finances.
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Organized special events, including receptions, promotions, charity events and corporate luncheons.
  • Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.

Whine

Store Manager
02.2018 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Managed financial and business operations, including payroll, daily deposits, inventory, and cost controls.
  • Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, and budget administration.
  • Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special alcoholic beverage offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.

Maru Sushi and Grill

Supervisor/Social Media Liaison/Trainer
05.2015 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Interview, hire, orientate, train, and supervise staff of over 80 employees.
  • Headed and trained inventory task of liquor and food.
  • Forming relationships with other local businesses to entail best quality of partnership.
  • Introduced seasonal hand crafted cocktails to menu that are well received by customers and increased monthly sales.
  • Performed weekly audits to ensure employees are loyal to company.

Harvey's Grill and Bar

Manager/ Events and Catering Manager/Marketing Intern
07.2008 - 05.2015

Job overview

  • Led employee evaluations every 6 months for over 100 employees.
  • Reviewed and approved billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Head of Catering Department for Bay City and Saginaw locations for 3 years.
  • Social Media Liaison for Bay City and Saginaw locations for 3 years.
  • Use graphic design knowledge to create food and bar menus for private parties and catering banquet.
  • Successfully hired FOH and BOH employees through People Matter hiring platform website.

Majestic Construction Co

Auto CAD Designer
01.2005 - 05.2005

Job overview

  • Constructed blue prints through CAD Architecture/Graphic Design Program.
  • Continuously upgraded technical skills through professional development courses and independent research, staying current with industry trends, best practices.
  • Assisted in developing company-wide CAD standards to streamline design processes, enhancing productivity across organization.

Education

Saginaw Valley State University, Delta Community College
Saginaw, MI

from Business
01.2023

University Overview

Continued education for additional 2 years

  • Continuing education in business and Auto CAD.
  • Relevant Coursework Completed: Interior Design & Photography
  • Continuing education in Business ABS program.

Skills

  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Open Utilities, SharePoint, SAP
  • Proficient in Consumers Energy GIS applications, County GIS, Environmental Reviews
  • Proficient in Microsoft, Outlook, Teams, Excel
  • Graphic Design/Social Media/Website
  • Expense Reports/ Cost Controls
  • Inventory/Ordering/Invoicing Management
  • Performance and Wage Reviews
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Certification

  • Natural gas and electric utilities trainer
  • Annually certified in completion of Cyber Security Trainings
  • Serve Safe Certified
  • 2016 Midland Daily News Article "The Readers Choice Awards" personally rated in the top 3 Best Waiter/waitress.
  • Acknowledged in Great Lakes Bay 2017 January Issue. Recognized for handcrafted Bloody Mary.
  • Acknowledged for personally creating Detroit Maru Restaurant "#1 Favorite Cocktail" according to Daily News 2018.


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Timeline

Civil Engineer Designer/Coordinator
Wade Trim
12.2021 - Current
Restaurant General Manager
MI Table LLC
08.2018 - 09.2021
Store Manager
Whine
02.2018 - 07.2021
Supervisor/Social Media Liaison/Trainer
Maru Sushi and Grill
05.2015 - 01.2018
Manager/ Events and Catering Manager/Marketing Intern
Harvey's Grill and Bar
07.2008 - 05.2015
Auto CAD Designer
Majestic Construction Co
01.2005 - 05.2005
Saginaw Valley State University, Delta Community College
from Business
Tracy VellaCivil Engineer Coordinator