Audrey Walthert

Experience

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  McCall Design

  Aug 2007 - Aug 2009

  Designer

  Oversees T.I. commercial retail projects from Schematic Phase and throughout Construction Administration. Includes travel for site visitation and analysis, space planning, code research, building detail drawing and development, interactions with clients, store/interior designers, and contractors, and coordination with mechanical/electrical/plumbing/structural engineers for Construction Documents.

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  McCall Design Group

  Oct 2010 - Oct 2012

  Project Manager
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  Gap Inc.

  Oct 2012 - Oct 2016

  - Design and manage 200+ Gap Factory Stores in North America for new roll-outs, high profile, major and minor remodels per layout optimization and enhance customer experience with evolving design aesthetics.- Create and execute a smaller and more efficient store design format for reduced square footage due to rent increase. Developed from concept to drawings and value engineering in design to remain under budget. Worked with internal business partners on programming solutions and outsource vendors in prefabrication and furniture selection.- Produce floor plan layouts and feasibility designs while maintaining cross-functional relationships with Real Estate, Brand Finance, Visual Merchandising, Field and Store Operations for seamless execution of store construction.- Manage architectural consultants from design development, construction documents and support through construction administration for design intent and brand integrity across the brand.- Developed and maintain the Punch-list Store Design Guidelines to maintain design standards and record documentation. Attend punch walks to resolve any remaining issues on site.- Build relationships with outside vendors on materials, signage and FF&E.- Coordinate with Marketing on graphics and branding to promote new store openings.- Create 3D models and renderings for clear communication of design concepts and presentations.- Prevalent research on design trends and commercial products to incorporate into prototype. Show less

  • Senior Store Designer, GAP Outlet

    Jul 2015 - Oct 2016

  • Store Designer, GAP Outlet

    Oct 2012 - Jul 2015
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  Tesla

  Nov 2016 - Oct 2018

  Design Manager, EMEA Retail Development

  - Design and manage over 40 Tesla Showrooms and Service Centers for Europe and new markets, from test-fits and conceptual design through grand opening.- Ownership of concept design: plans, elevations, 2D and 3D renderings, Signage & Wayfinding packages.- Manage 5+ architects and their consultants from Schematic Design, Construction Documents, & throughout Construction Administration. - Develop in partnership with the Service team on prototype layouts based on daily demands of car service & deliveries in multiple EMEA regions and climates which resulted in an innovative concept for improving time spent on car repairs, resulting in an increase in customer satisfaction.- Value Engineering program of project budgets (both drawing fees & construction works) down to 50% or lower from original costs.- Review architectural and shop drawings for design intent.- Review MSA’s, proposals, and design fees to ensure project remains within budget.- Collaborate closely with Real Estate on potential global locations, primarily in new markets, and provide thought leadership on reviewing/finalizing lease agreements against survey findings.- Constantly creating and evaluating new processes for the Design team for more efficient work environment. Example: reviewing RFI’s from all past projects and determining common patterns to create a common check list to review project drawings against. Show less

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  One Medical

  Oct 2018 - now

  In my current role I design and support building medical offices that provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients when they are feeling their most vulnerable. I am a stakeholder within the Real Estate team, managing the design, from start (test fitting and schematic design) to finish (final construction drawings to get building permits) and then collaborating with the construction team to bring the office to life all the way up to opening day.In addition I am leading the efforts in the development of the latest Prototype 3.0 in reducing overall costs to build and operate an office by 30% Show less

  • Senior Design Manager

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Design Manager

    Oct 2018 - Jan 2022