Kristen Shannon

Experience

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  Hostelling International Chicago

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Sustainability Intern

  I worked as a general advisor and researcher on the topic of sustainability for the employees and business as a whole, which has certain green standards it must meet according to HI codes.

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  Argonne National Laboratory

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Transportation R&D Intern

  At Argonne, I interned in the Energy Systems Division, creating a large database of idling reduction technologies. Also, I shadowed in the Engine Research Building, which worked with Internal Combustion engines. Lastly, considering Argonne is filled with talented researchers, I seized the opportunity to attend as many educational lectures as possible on various areas of science and technology, broadening my scope of modern/current scientific research.

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  Villanova University

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2013

  Novatherm Laboratory Assistant

  I assisted a research professor in her work in testing different thermal conductivities for materials combined with nanoparticles for practical use in thermal control for electronics.

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  Electro-Motive Diesel

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Engine Performance and Emissions Intern

  My work at EMD consisted of computer modeling, calibration, and indicating systems. I worked with models of Tier 4 prototype locomotive engines and calibrated models for them. Another calibration was for dual fuel combustion simulation. I also implemented combustion analysis software and troubleshooted this system for data collection and analysis.

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  Villanova University

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Engineering Teacher's Assistant

  My tasks include being present during lectures and offer general student help as well as grading and tutoring when needed. I acted as a mentor and guide for first and second year engineering students in order to help develop their engineering knowledge and skill sets.

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  IMEG Corp

  Jun 2015 - May 2018

  Mechanical Engineer

  My position as a mechanical engineer included engineering design of mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial buildings across the United States. Mu projects included hotels, high rises, mixed use, office space, car dealerships and service centers, retail, industrial, and studios. I managed projects for both renovation and new construction. My position included heavy interaction with clientele on a day-to-day basis. I was involved in all phases of a project in design, including construction administration. Show less

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  Henderson Engineers

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2022

  Mechanical Engineer & Project/Program Manager

  At Henderson, I was a project manager and a mechanical design engineer. I managed programs, projects, and designed for retail and luxury retail. My design experience is for mechanical systems, both airside and waterside. My PM expertise required daily client interaction, code consulting, financial management, and team operations. I created & successfully managed multi-project programs and assisted in team operations. Specialty and luxury retail requires client and team driven vision and purpose, and at Henderson, that is the penultimate belief. My goal was always to deliver high-quality work and manage both projects and designers to deliver code complaint and comfortable spaces for clients. Show less

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  Grainger

  Oct 2022 - now

  As a Senior Real Estate Project Manager, I developed, designed, and implemented complex real estate development projects on behalf of our Grainger business partners. I led and collaborated with cross-functional teams for the planning and implementation of initiatives providing solutions to company growth and change. My responsibilities included bidding, qualifying, & awarding architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors at the start of a construction project. Throughout any given project, I estimated, budgeted, & scheduled. I utilized my extensive design expertise to manage architectural, engineering, fire protection, & low voltage disciplines. In addition, I worked extensively with our internal partners on each project to ensure open collaboration through intentional communication. I kept our business partners updated on project status & pivot where the business needs.I also contributed to the Real Estate team by developing project programming standards & processes. My unique background & experience on the team allowed me to help contribute to overall process improvements to better serve our clients & business partners. Show less

  • Senior Project Manager, Projects & Automation

    Oct 2024 - now

  • Senior Project Manager, Real Estate Development

    Oct 2022 - Oct 2024