Type Of Business:
Housing authority
Expertise:
Tying site utilities to new building utilities
Major Product/SVS:
Management services for the design and construction of new residential units, community centers and a Head Start facility; Revitalization of existing residential units for military communities
Favorite Business Publication:
The Magazine Antiques; Architectural Digest; Professional Builder; Texas Architect; Progressive Architecture; Forbes
Hobbies/Sports:
Collecting antiques; Studying old buildings, bridges, mausoleums, fountains and art; Working with plants; Reading; Making jewelry
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Design, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas (1978); Coursework in Computer-Aided Design, Brookhaven College, Dallas, Texas
Industry:
Construction Management
Date of Distinction:
8/23/2011
Work History:
Assistant Development Manager, Fort Hood Family Housing (2007-Present); Construction Administrator, VLK Architects (2006-2007); Construction Project Manager, Design Forum (2006); Design & Technical Services Manager, Actus Lend Lease (2005); Design Manager, Actus Lend Lease (2002-2005); Project Architect, Fusch Serold & Partners (1994-2002); Project Manager, Don B. Hill Architect, Inc. (1993-1994); Project Manager, Hodges & Associates Architecture (1989-1993); Housing Programs Coordinator, City of College Station (1987-1989); Project Coordinator, WC Scarmardo Architects (1986-1987); Contract Drafting, Don B. Hill Architect, Inc. (1984-1989); Proprietor, The Design Studio (1985-1987); Production Draftsman, Interior Designer, Wood Associates Architects Investment Builders (1985); Head Draftsman, Benchmark Design/Build (1983-1985); Draftsman, Last Design Group/Group 4 Architects Planners (1982-1983); Draftsman, Cumpton and Associates, Inc. (1980-1982)
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
She lives by proper business ethics and maintains very strong, high standards. She also demonstrates integrity in her daily conduct.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered by her peers as someone who always suggested taking a "hands-on" approach.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career were working with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to revitalize substandard, low-income and occupied housing, and working on military housing projects.
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Church
Number Of Years In Profession:
32
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her diligence, knowledge of architecture and construction, and passion for her profession.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her interest in the construction of historic buildings.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Wales coordinated a volunteer effort to construct two showers and dressing rooms for the Friends of Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center, incorporating salvaged materials into the project. At Christmastime, she uses her artistic talents to create gift baskets for elderly residents of nursing homes. She also volunteers with various groups to paint and repair residences for the elderly.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Designing revitalization projects for existing residential units; Preparing proposal request documents and contracts; Bidding; Maintaining certificates of substantial and final completions; Managing charge orders; Developing project budgets; Coordinating with team members
Awards/Honors:
Who's Who in Texas (1985-1986)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, she plans to continue working with military housing. She hopes to organize a large revitalization project in one of the villages.