Susan Dawson

Susan Dawson, LEED AP BDC, has a solid work experience in marketing and communications roles. Susan started their career as a Project Coordinator at Grunley Construction, where they worked on a $110 million project for the FBI Terrorist Screening Center. Susan later became a Technical Proposal Manager and then a Classified Pursuits Manager, responsible for managing bid packages and databases for the Special Projects Construction Services Department.

In 2011, Susan joined James G. Davis Construction as a Senior Proposal Manager, where they played a crucial role in securing major projects such as the $250M Capital One McLean II HQ and the $80M Kennedy Center Expansion. Susan then moved on to HESS Construction + Engineering Services, Inc. as the Director of Sales and Marketing, overseeing proposal development and sales activities for the company.

Currently, Susan works at GHT Limited as the Marketing Director, responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing internal and external communications, and representing the firm externally to clients. Susan also manages the firm's sales plans in new and existing markets.

Throughout their career, Susan has demonstrated strong strategic thinking, team management, and business development skills. Susan has also been actively involved in industry organizations such as USGBC-NCR and ZweigGroup's ElevateHER program.

Susan Dawson, LEED AP BDC, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government & Politics, Environmental Science & Policy from the University of Maryland in 2008. Susan also obtained a LEED Accredited Professional certification in Building Design + Construction from the U.S. Green Building Council in 2009.