I am an audacious Project Manager with 9 years of Interior Design experience. I’ve had the opportunity to manage and contribute to the growth and success of numerous projects in the realms of Luxury Residential Design and Luxury Real Estate Development. These projects include Model Homes, Sales Environments, and Design Centers. Additionally, I have been the lead on ground-up construction projects, custom built homes, remodels, and detached and multifamily housing development.
My career to date has included a range of responsibilities, from conceptual design and schematics to full construction administration. I am confident managing projects as small as room design in a box as well as projects with greater scope such as High-End Residential Homes throughout the United States.
Ohara Davies-Gaetano Interiors, Corona del Mar, CA, US, Project Manager
• Managed up to 12 projects at a time from inception to completion
• Managed construction administration, design sets, project schedules and
timelines, and contract implementation
• Monitored project sales, account balances and account updates
• Generated budgets for homes up to 18,000 sq. ft.
• Monitored budget deficiencies and proficiencies closely to ensure a
satisfactory budget flow
• Supported the chief team with recruiting needs
• Worked with junior designers to provide leadership to the team
• Responsible for development of custom millwork and finishes
• Supervised purchase orders and order expediting using Studio Designer
for multiple projects
• Managed installation coordination for local and out of state projects
• Coordinated team assignments for client and office projects
• Maintained and nurtured positive client, contractor, and vendor
relationships
Ohara Davies-Gaetano Interiors, Corona del Mar, CA, US, Project Designer
• Generated schematic design development based on project criteria to
review with Head of Design
• Attended job site walks to oversee project development
• Supported Project Manager with sourcing of hard-surfaces and FF&E
specifications
• Assisted Head of Design with the pulling of FF&E options for client
presentations
• Attended client, architect, and builder meetings, to discuss project
development and punch lists
• Developed detailed 2-D and 3-D drawings for client presentations
• Created Masters and specification sheets for procurement
• Assisted the Head of design in the conceptual and schematic design of
multiple projects
• Facilitated CAD standards and code compliance integration
• Designed Title Blocks for Design Development sets
• Created CAD libraries
Ohara Davies-Gaetano Interiors, Corona del Mar, CA, US, Design Assistant
• Prepared presentation material for client meetings
• Generated space planning solutions for projects
• Developed FF&E and Architectural Finish specifications
• Created and maintained schedules to ensure project accuracy
• Managed vendor quotation process for custom and stock items
• Improved the layout and design of the team’s Interior Design Construction
Sets
• Prepared project information for installation quotes
CDC Designs, Costa Mesa, CA, US, Interior Designer
• Supported Project Manager with Interior Construction Documents
• Developed and maintained project schedules
• Managed project development from inception to installation
• Generated FF&E specifications for all self-managed projects
• Participated in client meetings in house, locally and out of state
• Worked closely with the purchasing department to ensure all project material
was delivered flawlessly
• Attended Frame-Walks and Electrical Walks for assigned projects
• Supported the CAD team with Interior Construction Documents and custom
shop drawings
CDC Designs, Corona del Mar, Conceptual Designer
• Worked closely with directors and project managers in the conceptual design
phase of new construction projects (Model Homes, Multi-Family Projects, and
Sales Environments)
• Managed project budgets and labor hours within the conceptual phase
• Prepared all visual presentation material for client meetings and final design
presentations
• Created solid design concepts that included preliminary FF&E and Hard-
surface material selections
• Worked in partnership with the CAD team to ensure all changes were
implemented with accuracy
Designer At Home, Long Beach, CA, US, Interior Designer
• Developed space planning solutions and presentation boards for
Hospitality and Residential projects
• Organized design events in partnership with William-Sonoma Inc.
• Managed the renovation for a Chicago Penthouse, featured in HGTV
“House Hunters” series
• Elaborated residential design packages as part of the designer at home
program. These included space planning options, FF&E selections,
specification sheets, and detailed color boards
• Responsible for the hiring and training of new designers
• Managed and coordinated the multiple design tasks for up to 10 designers
daily
• Participated in multiple business trips for client meetings and product
trade-shows
Impact Interiors, Tustin, CA, US, Interior Design Intern
• Developed project books for hospitality clients and designers
• Assisted the Lead Architect with drafting tasks
• Maintained the library organized and updated
• Assisted Junior Designer with procurement and FF&E specifications
• Assisted the principal with accessory and artwork selection for Hospitality and
High-End Residential projects
