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Greg Whicker

Greg Whicker

Lancaster, CA, US

 

About 

Greg T. Whicker 
































Designer/Project Manager
































gregtwhicker@gmail.com  
















































I am a designer and project manager from Southern California with a Bachelor's degree and experience managing a variety of unique and challenging projects. 
































Some of the tasks at which I excel are;
































- Facilitating design consultations with (potential) clients to determine scope of work and spatial requirements while providing real-time 3D renderings.
































- Taking necessary measurements and compiling information regarding project materials, estimated costs, anticipated schedule, etc.
































- Building and facilitating a collaborative team process throughout a project and maintaining positive working relationships between participants (architect, owner/developer, subcontractors, inspectors, etc.).
































- Managing client expectations with regard to project scope, budget, schedule...and, ensuring that they understand what services are being provided, and the time frame in which they can expect them to be completed.
































- Planning and layout of projects. Integration of various elements into a unified design concept. Generating required construction documentation and concept drawings for client approval.
































- Developing detailed project schedule and communicating key dates to project team while ensuring that tasks and expectations are clear.
































- Providing leadership, resources and technical advice while representing clients in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts.
































- Implementing all phases of project (contracts, designs, budgeting, scheduling, planning, documentation, permitting, organizing, and managing of work.)
































Specialties/Skills & Expertise:
































Leadership/Facilitation Fostering Collaboration Working Independently          
































Organization/Time Management Design Consultations Project Planning/Management 
































Visualization & Concept Development Creative Direction Meeting Facilitation   
































Space Planning/Interior Design Sales Presentations On-Site Illustration    
































Real-Time 3D Rendering Perspective Drawings Concept Sketching                               
































Kitchen and Bath Design Custom Carpentry/Cabinets Meeting Facilitation    
































Concept Development Spacial Planning Construction Management    
































Construction Drawings/Documents Contract Negotiation Permits/Inspections      
































Murals/Scenic Painting Coaching/Teaching Working at Heights 
































 
































References: (Professional)
































Craig Weber – President and Founder, Weber Consulting Group............(661) 940-3309
















Rick Woodcock – Chief Technical Officer, U.S. Naval Institute...............(443) 883-0107
















Craig McNabb – Manager, Warner Bros. Design Studio.........................(661) 974-5880
















































References: (Personal)
































John Gallagher – Sales Manager, Lancaster Honda...............................(661) 945-3521                                     
















Shawn Smith – Graphic Artist, Edwards A.F.B........................................(661) 275-5536
















Karen Beddeo – Educator (retired)..........................................................(661) 701-5057
































 
































Volunteer Experience:
































Coaching Youth at AYSO
















August 2004 - November 2011 (7 years 4 months)
































President at School Site Council
































October 2004 - June 2010 (5 years 9 months)
















































Honors and Awards:
































Golden Apple Award (Volunteer of the Year)
















Lancaster School District
















April 2012
































 















































































































Elsewhere:

Employment 

School Murals Project, Los Angeles, CA, US, Founder

To encourage artistic expression and mentor youth, I developed a program which allows students to participate in the planning and painting of murals on their school campus. Throughout the process, I act as both artist and facilitator--assisting the students with the conceptualization process, planning, fund-raising, and the painting of the murals.

Aug 2011 - current
 

Signs and Designs, Santa Clarita, CA, US, Design Consultant/Project Manager

I was hired at Signs and Designs to design and construct a prototype showroom for the company's new locations. In addition, I was involved in the sales/design, manufacturing, and installation of all types of signs and graphics for commercial and retail enterprises alike.

Oct 2007 - Aug 2011
 

Desert Woodworks, Lancaster, CA, US, Owner/Operator

Following a five-year apprenticeship, I opened my own company designing, manufacturing, and installing custom woodwork and cabinetry. As owner/operator, I was responsible for sales and design, accounting, inventory management, personnel, manufacturing, scheduling, installation, etc. In this capacity, I oversaw a variety of complex and rewarding projects for both residential and commercial/retail customers.

May 1993 - Aug 2006
 

Education 

The Master's College, Santa Clarita, CA, US, Bachelors, .

Sep 2008 - May 2011
 

Antelope Valley College, Lancaster, CA, US, Associates Degree

Sep 2006 - Jun 2008
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills