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Laurie Wirtz

Oswego

Summary


Professional leader with extensive experience in driving strategic initiatives and fostering effective team collaboration. Strong background in project management, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring organizational goals are met efficiently. Known for adaptability, reliability, and focus on achieving impactful results. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights, optimizing processes, and mentoring teams to excel in dynamic environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director of Land Acquisition

Atwell LLC
04.2023 - 07.2025
  • Strategically developed future business opportunities and maintained relationships with current and future clients
  • Oversight of client drive projects, including AR collection, contract value vs effort, project profitability, change order management and monthly invoicing
  • Manage risks through contract and proposal review and licensing compliance
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency across departments.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes and establish clear objectives for successful execution.
  • Oversaw budget allocations, ensuring optimal resource utilization within projects and initiatives.
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge sharing across the organization.
  • Led teams of up to 17 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Manager of Real Estate

Commonwealth Edison
11.2018 - 04.2023
  • Oversight of all distribution land rights for the ComEd territory
  • Oversight of all Transmission and Substation land acquisitions and rights for the ComEd territory
  • Manage relationship with MWRD, IDNR, Nicor, Pipelines and County Forest Preserves
  • Maintain relationships with Program Managers, Regional Manager and Engineers.
  • Leads a team of seven Real Estate Representatives
  • Developed performance measurements to meet the needs of our internal and external customers
  • Assured the focus and attainment of business goals, objectives and safety performance are achieved
  • Manage, assign projects and provide oversight to Real Estate Vendors
  • Offers support and mentoring to direct reports with their individual goals and development plans
  • Led strategic real estate initiatives aligning with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Directed site selection processes, ensuring compliance with zoning laws and environmental standards.
  • Oversaw development projects from inception to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams for timely delivery.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the real estate department.
  • Streamlined internal processes by implementing technology solutions to improve communication between departments, reducing response times.
  • Built a high-performing team of real estate professionals through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship programs.
  • Successfully navigated complex zoning regulations to facilitate profitable developments while maintaining strong relationships with local municipalities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful acquisition, development, and disposition of assets.
  • Coached team members on best practices in real estate negotiations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Principal Project Manager

Commonwealth Edison
09.2015 - 10.2018
  • Oversight of all customer driven work
  • Oversight of FEP Security Program
  • Manage the yearly budget of 45M
  • Interface and develop relationships with other Departments to meet customer requests
  • Engage with contract management for bidding and awarding contracts
  • Manage contractors and contracts on all projects
  • Offer guidance and oversite to contractors to complete project per scope and specifications
  • Ensure all specifications, policies and procedures are adhered to for project scope and completion
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented project management methodologies to enhance efficiency across departments.
  • Managed stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations.
  • Analyzed project risks and devised mitigation strategies to minimize impact on deliverables.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate innovative solutions into project designs, improving performance outcomes.

Regional Design Manager

Commonwealth Edison
01.2015 - 09.2015
  • Managed the Regional Design Department for ComEd North Region
  • Ensured consistency by ensuring standards are followed, adhering to the engineering and work prioritization/approval process, managing and controlling the scope of work, maintaining a focus on accuracy, design criteria and constructability while ensuring customer expectations are met or exceeded.
  • Ensure rate policies and collections for service provisions are collected and tracked
  • Responsible for performance measurements and design audits for the ComEd installations.
  • Assured the focus and attainment of business goals and objectives and safety performance
  • Managed a staff of 9 designer, 4 PEs and 3 bargaining unit employees
  • Led design initiatives to enhance customer engagement and improve brand visibility.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative energy solutions and product designs.
  • Researched design trends, technology and processes and directed work of design team .
  • Managed vendor relationships to source high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining budget adherence.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and project delivery, meeting all deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Built strong relationships with stakeholders through active listening, collaboration, and clear communication of design objectives.

New Business Area Manager

Commonwealth Edison
06.2008 - 01.2015
  • Managed the New Business Engineering Design for ComEd for new business commercial, industrial, and public authority customers (CIPA), including new developments, new connections and load additions plus CIPA new business-related line extensions and relocations for one of eight areas in the ComEd service territory.
  • Manage departmental budget of $2M
  • Managed a staff of 20 engineers and bargaining unit employees
  • Led operational initiatives to enhance efficiency across multiple service areas.
  • Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving team performance and service quality.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and drive strategic decisions.
  • Spearheaded community engagement initiatives, strengthening relationships with local stakeholders.
  • Mentored junior managers, fostering leadership skills and promoting professional development within the team.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among team members, promoting open communication and fostering a positive workplace culture.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service and increase sales.
  • Oversaw budget planning, strategy development, community outreach for organization.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Improved overall efficiency by identifying areas in need of improvement and implementing necessary changes.

Work Control Coordinator

Commonwealth Edison
03.2006 - 06.2008
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery timelines and streamline communication processes.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced resource allocation time.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and deadlines.
  • Align all work orders with appropriate switching routines and material deliveries to ensure work is executable.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
  • Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all met their deadlines and objectives without compromising quality.

New Business Engineer

Commonwealth Edison
04.2002 - 03.2006
  • Led engineering projects to enhance grid reliability and system efficiency.
  • Implemented safety protocols and best practices for operational excellence in fieldwork.
  • Managed project budgets and timelines, ensuring adherence to organizational goals.
  • Presented technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders for strategic decision-making.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
  • Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to secure high-quality materials, negotiating favorable terms that led to reduction in project costs.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering – Concentration in Mechanical Engineering

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
06.1999

Skills

  • Project management
  • Strategic leadership
  • Analytical thinking
  • Coaching and mentoring

Timeline

Associate Director of Land Acquisition

Atwell LLC
04.2023 - 07.2025

Manager of Real Estate

Commonwealth Edison
11.2018 - 04.2023

Principal Project Manager

Commonwealth Edison
09.2015 - 10.2018

Regional Design Manager

Commonwealth Edison
01.2015 - 09.2015

New Business Area Manager

Commonwealth Edison
06.2008 - 01.2015

Work Control Coordinator

Commonwealth Edison
03.2006 - 06.2008

New Business Engineer

Commonwealth Edison
04.2002 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Science - Construction Engineering – Concentration in Mechanical Engineering

Eastern Washington University

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