Type Of Business:
Housing Development Firm
Expertise:
Ms. Wales' expertise is in project management for construction projects.
Major Product/SVS:
Management Services for the Design and Construction of New Residential Units, New 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 Architect; Forbes
Hobbies/Sports:
Collecting Antiques, Studying Old Buildings, Bridges, Mausoleums, Fountains and Art, Tending to Plants, Reading, Making Jewelry
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Design, Texas A&M University
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career include working with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in revitalizing substandard, low-income and occupied housing, and working with military housing projects.
Charity:
Local Church; Pro Bono Housing Services, Various Elderly Residences
Number Of Years In Profession:
29
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
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 interested in her profession through her interest in the construction of historic buildings.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Wales has designed and managed an environmentally-friendly project that involved the building of two showers and dressing rooms for the Friends of Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center. She also makes and fills Christmas baskets for elderly individuals who are confined to nursing homes.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Developing and Designing Revitalization Projects for Existing Residential Units, Preparing Proposal Request Documents and Contract Documents, Taking Bids, Preparing Certificates of Substantial and Final Completions, and Charge Orders, Developing and Managing Project Budgets, Coordinating with Team Members with Regards to their Work Efforts
Awards/Honors:
Who's Who in Texas (1985-1986)