Tracey Simpson
Chase
Summary
Experienced project coordinator specializing in landscape construction, public works, and maintenance. Managed a million-dollar landscape project for Brentwood Developments, overseeing 35 acres of retail shops such as Michaels, Winners, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Demonstrated leadership in team management, scheduling, budgeting, equipment operation, and safety compliance. Dedicated spare time to Chair Chase Communities in Bloom, promoting civic pride and enhancing the visual appeal of the community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Worker
Skwláx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw
01.2024 - Current
- Assured quality assurance on recent projects completed, including a deficiency list.
- Assisted in maintaining outdoor areas such as landscaping, snow removal, and general upkeep efforts for an aesthetically pleasing environment yearround.
Labourer (Seasonal)
Village of Chase, Public Works
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Wrote and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for a variety of duties and trained new staff.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain public parks and recreational facilities regularly.
- Conducted routine inspections on public properties to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
Forest Technician
British Columbia Forest Services, Skimikin Seed Orchard
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Successfully managed a team of 12 and received recognition for team efficiency.
Project Coordinator, Estimator, Crew Leader
Pioneer Landscaping
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Demonstrated the ability to train, schedule, and manage crews of up to 12 people.
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to ensure on-time completion.
- Refined my technical skills operating equipment such as skid steer, back hoes, tampers, wet saws, tractors, topsoil screeners and transit levels. Trained crews on how to safely operate equipment.
- Demonstrated the ability to do site assessments which were used for estimates, designs, and budget preparation and monitoring.
- Successfully exceeded clients’ expectations creating landscape designs and projects; using my interpersonal communication skills and project documentation.
Owner/Operator
Pinks Hotshot Service Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Built a successful business which demonstrates my ability to manage equipment operation, maintenance, procurement, budget preparation and monitoring.
- Coordinated equipment and delivery with oilfield companies to get their product out to location in a timely manor.
- Gained significant knowledge and understanding of safe work practices as a private business owner and appreciation for the importance of maintaining vehicles and equipment for not only safety but also for proper work performance.
- Demonstrated my problem-solving capabilities traveling in remote job locations alone.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Landscape Management
Olds College
01.2008
Ornamental Horticulture Diploma -
Olds College
05-2005
Interdisciplinary Design Studies Diploma - undefined
Kwantlen University College
01.1998
High School Diploma - undefined
Mathew McNair Secondary
01.1995
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
- Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control
- Ability to maintain company integrity through confidentiality and discretion
- QuickBooks, Dynascape, AutoCAD, MS Office
- Proficient in operating heavy equipment for landscaping projects including skid steers, back hoes, excavators, ATV's, transit levels, tamper, wet saw, skill saw, tractor, snowplow, topsoil screener, 5-ton Hiab picker, weed eaters, pruners, backpack sprayers and mowers
- Class 5 driver's license with clean drivers abstract
Certification
- First Aid Certificate-February 2025
- Pool Operator Level 1 - Recreation Facilities Association of BC, June 2023
- ATV Course Training – May 2018
- Tree Insect and Disease Management - Arboriculture Canada Training and Education Ltd., March 2016
Timeline
Maintenance Worker
Skwláx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw
01.2024 - Current
Labourer (Seasonal)
Village of Chase, Public Works
01.2018 - 01.2023
Forest Technician
British Columbia Forest Services, Skimikin Seed Orchard
01.2018 - 01.2018
Owner/Operator
Pinks Hotshot Service Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2012
Project Coordinator, Estimator, Crew Leader
Pioneer Landscaping
01.2008 - 01.2016
Interdisciplinary Design Studies Diploma - undefined
Kwantlen University College
High School Diploma - undefined
Mathew McNair Secondary
Bachelor of Applied Science - Landscape Management
Olds College
Ornamental Horticulture Diploma -
Olds College
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