Richard Marshall
Director, Design and Innovation @Bird Construction
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WORK HISTORY
Director, Design and Innovation @Bird Construction
As Director of Design and Innovation, my focus is two-fold- Understanding your unique problems and needs- Developing a \'roadmap\' to solve the problem - first, by assembling an integrated team - and second, by using collaborative, integrated design to achieve best-value - the best combination of budget, constructability, and schedule, to reduce or minimize life-cycle costs.Working collaboratively, we consider durability, sustainability, energy efficiency, and operations and maintenance budgets in the design. We have developed partnerships with leading architectural, engineering, and specialty consulting firms, and use cutting-edge technology to ensure cohesive designs.Specialties: Project Management on Design-Build Commercial and Industrial Projects.
EDUCATION
University of Waterloo
Master of Environment and Business - MEB, School of Environment, Enterprise and Development
The Ohio State University
Post-graduate
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - BSCE, Civil Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT RICHARD MARSHALL
As Director of Design and Innovation, I help clients solve problems.I lead multi-faceted teams in collaborative project delivery methods, including Progressive Design-Build, Integrated Project Delivery, and Construction Management. My involvement generally starts with listening to the client’s problems to gain an understanding of their unique needs, and then helping them write their Statement of Requirements. I then assemble a team and develop a ‘roadmap’ for project delivery. My current efforts include Deep-Energy Building Retrofit and Net-Zero Energy projects, with attention to sustainability, durability, carbon reduction, climate resilience, and reducing the life-cycle cost.Over my forty-three years of progressively increasing experience in the commercial and light industrial construction and real estate development industry in Canada and the United States, I have developed a stellar industry reputation and cultivated exceptional working relationships with owners, developers, executives, and regulatory authorities. I have well-rounded experience in all aspects of commercial construction, having held positions in estimating, project management, business development, and design management. I have a comprehensive understanding of Canada’s regulatory environment and policy, gained through over fifteen years of industry involvement and leadership in Building Code and Energy Code development – holding national, provincial, and municipal volunteer positions. Consequently, I have a deep grasp of all construction types and methodologies, building codes, industry standards, and zoning bylaws.As a member of Bird’s senior management team, I participate in strategic planning and decision-making for both district and national operations. I am proficient in securing major accounts and expanding business to increase sales volumes and profits. As a project manager, I have a superior track record for completing projects on time and on budget, with profit targets achieved throughout tenure.I strongly believe in lifetime learning and strive to be in front of all industry trends, by constantly upgrading my knowledge in sustainable design practices, energy efficiency, and resilient design and construction. I am a sought-after speaker for industry forums and panels.
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