Dan Conlin
Landscape Architectural Technologist
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Through both professional and education experience, I have had the opportunity to build technical and physical abilities, while developing strong project management, problem solving, and time management skills. A collaborative leader who values partnering with coworkers to promote an engaged and empowering work culture. I have worked on projects ranging in scale from 18 hole championship golf courses to front-yard shrub beds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
DC Lawn & Landscaping LTD.
04.2021 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory needed
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations
- Deployed marketing tactics to drive growth and support achievement of revenue goals
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Operated and maintained various equipment including but not limited to: mowers, core aerators, saws, and blowers
Landscape Architectural Technologist
Ground 3 Landscape Architects
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepare and review construction drawing sets at each stage (30%, IFT, IFC, etc.) using AutoCAD
- Collaborate with other technologists in disciplines including planning, architectural and engineering
- Work with Landscape Architects to prepare conceptual designs and assist throughout design development and construction documentation
- Complete quantity take-offs and prepare cost estimates
- Ensure project deliverables comply with local standards and contract requirements
- Attend meetings with consultants
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Golf Services Supervisor
Windermere Golf and Country Club
01.2013 - 08.2019
- Provided leadership and oversight during tournaments and other high-pressure events
- Ensure the club members needs are met and exceeded
- Train new employees
Arboriculturist
Seedling To Stump
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Identify and then treat disease in trees and shrubs using pruners, sprays, pole saws, chain saws, etc
- Remove small-medium trees, assist lead arborist with removal of larger trees
- Cut, chip, and load brush and firewood
- Provided with a company vehicle to use on stump grinding days
- Perform regular maintenance on chainsaws, stump grinder, and woodchipper
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Groundskeeper/Landscaper
Lifestyle Options sites
01.2019
- Execute daily equipment service on mowing/maintenance equipment
- Create a weekly schedule and assign work to myself and coworkers
- Perform site maintenance of turf, trees/shrubs, and plant material
- Maintain a respectful relationship with residents and other workers on the sites
- Experience
Education
Landscape Architectural Technology Diploma -
2017
Skills
- Proficient with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
- Strong tree/shrub and disease identification
- Time management as demonstrated by creating my own deadline a day or two before the actual deadline to ensure quality time to review completed work and submit the best possible product
- Creating detailed construction packages
- Ability to plan and build models for presentation
- Collaborating with peers, clients, and consultants
- Ability to work independently and follow direction from management
- Public speaking
- Problem solving
- Providing service to large groups of people
- Ability to operate and service small engine machinery
- Class 5 drivers license
Hobbies
- Hockey
- Golf
- Baseball
- Gardening
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Video games
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator - DC Lawn & Landscaping LTD.
04.2021 - Current
Arboriculturist - Seedling To Stump
03.2020 - 04.2021
Groundskeeper/Landscaper - Lifestyle Options sites
01.2019
Landscape Architectural Technologist - Ground 3 Landscape Architects
05.2017 - 03.2018
Golf Services Supervisor - Windermere Golf and Country Club
01.2013 - 08.2019
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology - Landscape Architectural Technology Diploma,
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