Sydney Thiel
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About
An empowering leader who identifies and bolsters the strengths of others to realize collective success. Informed by proven successes in all phases of capital project delivery leveraging broad multi-disciplinary experience including site development, new construction, renovation, historic preservation, and tenant improvements of all sizes. Achieved a project portfolio valued at $300M+ in construction costs over the last ten years through effectively managing the delivery of complex programs including K-12 schools, public libraries, recreation and athletic facilities, historic structures, and associated infrastructure.
Experience:
• Owner's Representative
• Design & Construction Management
• Building better environments; Building knowledge in education -
Education
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MARCH ArchitectureRhode Island School of Design2001 - 2004
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Bachelor of Arts ArchitectureUniversity of Washington1994 - 1998
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Experience
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PROJECT MANAGERSeattle, WAJan 2022 - Present (4 years 5 months)Leads multiple Design-Build projects totalling +$100M including a successful track record of collaboratively and methodically resolving significant budget-scope alignment challenges.
Key Duties include:
Project Leadership, Procurement, Project Management, Risk Management, Teaching and Training
Notable Projects:
ASUW Shell House Restoration (2023-present), Intercollegiate Athletics Basketball Training Facility (2022-present), Intramural Activities Center Locker Room & Pool Upgrade (2022 - 2024) -
PROJECT MANAGER, CAPITAL PROJECTSCentral Kitsap School DistrictAug 2016 - Jan 2022 (5 years 5 months)Successfully delivered over 330K gsf of educational space and associated site development via GC/CM alternative project delivery.
Key Duties include:
Strategic Planning, Development of Project Requirements, Project Management, Financial Management and Administration, Regulatory Compliance
Notable Projects:
Central Kitsap High School & Middle School Replacement (2016 - 2020) -
PROJECT MANAGER, MAJOR PROJECTSBoston, MA2013 - Jul 2016 (3 years 1 month)Advocated for and directed a series of high-profile renovations for 180K sf of featured spaces.
Key Duties include:
Project Management, Design and Compliance, FF&E Management, Reporting, Relocation Planning and Execution
Notable Projects:
Central Library Renovation (2014-2016), Jamaica Plain Library Renovation/Addition (2014-2016), East Boston Library (2013-2014) -
PROJECT MANAGER/DESIGN PROFESSIONALCambridge, MA2004 - 2013 (9 years)Streamlined the design and construction process for award-winning projects through tenacious delivery of design excellence; produced innovative design solutions to align with unique programmatic needs.
Key Duties include:
Project Architect, Design Development and Construction Administration
Notable Projects:
Community Rowing Boathouse, Red Rock Residence, Ankara Office Tower -
JOB CAPTAINSeattle, WA2000 - 2001 (1 year)• Document production lead
• Liaison with City of Seattle permitting agencies
Notable Projects:
Helix Pedestrian Bridge, Amgen Corporation, Seattle, WA, 2000 - 2001
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Awards
2015, People’s Choice Award, Harleston Parker Award, East Boston Public Library
2014, Institute Honor Award, American Institute for Architects, Community Rowing Boathouse
2013, Annual Design Review, Architect Magazine, Red Rock House
2010 Research + Development Award Citation, CRI Boathouse, Architect Magazine
2009 Harleston Parker Award & Honor Award, CRI Boathouse, Boston Society of Architects
2008 Progressive Architecture Award, CRI Boathouse, Architect Magazine
2008 American Architecture Award, CRI Boathouse, Chicago Athenaeum
2007 Honor Award for Design Excellence, Helix Pedestrian Bridge, AIA-Seattle
2004 Krentz Award for Outstanding Steel Structure, Helix Pedestrian Bridge -
Affiliations
Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)
LEED AP, BD+C
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