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PAUL CASSAR RESUME <br />Project Designer <br />Paul Cassar has more than 13 years <br />of experience in landscape <br />architecture working on projects for <br />public agencies. His design <br />expertise ranges from recreational <br />parks to streetscapes, school sites, <br />as well as city design guidelines. A <br />benefit to Mr. Cassal's design ability is his attention to detail <br />and his knowledge of playground design, the latest <br />construction practices and materials, ADA accessibility <br />concerns, and his experience in the installation of <br />hardscape, softscape, and irrigation systems. He brings <br />field investigation, research, and communication <br />experience to each of our projects. Mr. Cassar has been a <br />key figure at DVD in coordinating design development <br />plans and carrying them through construction drawings. He <br />is known for his ability to collaborate with a variety of clients, <br />architects, engineers and designers and to successfully <br />manage projects from beginning to end. He ensures <br />adherence to established project schedules and cost <br />agreements, and monitors production for delivery of the <br />highest quality products to clients. He cooperates well with <br />staff, clients, and agencies to create successful products <br />and works closely with contractors during construction. He <br />is typically responsible for plan checking to ensure the <br />successful completion and delivery of projects. <br />EDUCATION <br />BS, Landscape Architecture, 2005 <br />California State Polytechnic University, Pomona <br />SKILLS <br />Adobe InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch up, <br />AutoCAD, Microsoft Office <br />YEARS WITH DVD: November 2005- present <br />RDMRMD�_D:TJm <br />"vdscape AvbKt%o and?ark. Aav m <br />ROLE: <br />Project Designer, worked extensively on the <br />development process from inception through master <br />plan development, construction document preparation, <br />contract administration, and on -site inspection. He <br />managed the project to ensure adherence to established <br />project budgets, and schedules. <br />RECENT PROJECT EXPERIENCE <br />TURF MEDIAN REPLACEMENT <br />Client: City of Norwalk <br />This EEMP grant funded project included the removal of turf <br />and replaced with low water use and drought tolerant <br />plantings within medians and side panels. <br />Client Contact: Christine Roberto, Public Services <br />Manager, (562) 929-5708, <br />croberto@norwalkca.gov <br />MILES AVENUE TURF REDUCTION <br />Client: City of La Quinta <br />The new street median island landscape along Miles <br />Avenue will set a precedent for a new beautiful water <br />thrifty and desert efficient landscape. <br />Client Contact/Title: Nick Nickerson, Project Manager, <br />NAI Consulting, (760) 323-5344, <br />nnickemon@naiconsulting.com <br />BEACH BOULEVARD MEDIANS <br />Client: City of Stanton <br />Beach Boulevard is a main thoroughfare in Stanton running <br />for 3 miles, the entire length of the city. The design team <br />coordinated with Caltrans and city departments for the <br />median landscape improvements, creating a bold <br />statement. Client Contact: Jim Box, City Manager <br />(714) 379-9222 x277, jbox@ci.stanton.ca.us <br />BALBOA BOULEVARD LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENTS <br />Client: City of Newport Beach <br />The emphasis of the project was to enhance the <br />pedestrian experience and to install interesting plants to <br />create a beautiful tree -shaded boulevard with a subtle <br />tropical, beach -oriented feel. <br />Client Contact/Title: Iris Lee, Senior Civil Engineer, (949) <br />644-3323, ilee@newportbeach.gov <br />