Education: MS Civil Engineering/Construction Management, BS in Civil Engineering, BA Political Science, PE and PMP, MWH Inspirational Leadership course
Job Overview: PM and/or PTL on large projects (Cleveland, Chicago, New Orleans, Northeast Ohio); PM role for leadership and professional development; Quality Manager on past projects; Construction Manager on past projects.
How I ended up at MWH: Recruited out of Case Western Reserve University for the CM Group in Cleveland; relocated for MWH to Chicago and New Orleans and back to Cleveland for leadership roles on some great projects.
What is on my desk right now: A tunnel extension contract negotiations and start-up – exciting new project ($530 million construction cost) in the east coast that will start in March/April 2014. On my physical desk - too much paper and a solar miniature wind turbine that is powered by my desk lamp.
Free time activities: Cleveland Sight Center (Facility/Steering Committee and past Board Member); Cuyahoga Valley National Park – interpretative volunteer; hiking, kayaking and wonderful outdoor adventures – which does sometimes include wineries; family and friends always!
Best career advice I’ve ever received: Focus on your skills and forge ahead. Refuse to let other people’s issues with you being a woman in the role dictate how you do your work or how you see yourself. Find and listen to your trusted advocate/mentors – always have both a peer and a more senior person. Keep your perspective and hopefully your sense of humor. Thank you, Norm!
Experiences at MWH: I have participated in many excellent internal training opportunities such as PM training, negotiations, training for BUL and many sessions as a facilitator for PM classes at both levels. I especially value my Inspirational Leadership year. I participated in and led some of the Women’s Leadership efforts, including mentoring circles and local groups, and support and appreciate those women and those missions.
Story to tell: MWH continuously strives to improve itself and its employees. Look for the opportunities that coincide with your personal goals and act. Challenge yourself professionally and personally!
Pictured above is Cyn on day 8 of a 15 day raft and hike trip on the Colorado River that went through the Grand Canyon. ‘Challenge yourself, immerse yourself!’
