Patrick R.

Patrick R. has a diverse range of work experience, primarily in project management and process improvement roles. Patrick is currently working at the University of Wisconsin System as the Design & Construction Project Delivery Director, responsible for overseeing project delivery and managing construction programs. Prior to this role, Patrick worked as the Assistant Director- Project Delivery and Program Manager at the university, where they managed the Gift & Grant Program and various construction projects. Patrick also served as the first Project Manager at the university, handling design and construction projects funded by gift or grant money.

Before joining the University of Wisconsin System, Patrick worked at Epic as a Technical Services representative, where they served as the primary contact for hospital clients and focused on finding solutions to meet customer needs.

Earlier in their career, Patrick worked at Colony Brands, Inc. as an Industrial Engineer, facilitating project management tasks and implementing process improvements. Patrick also held leadership responsibilities in maintenance departments at two facilities.

Patrick’s work experience also includes roles at American Girl and Hutchinson Technology Incorporated. At American Girl, they held multiple positions, including Manager of Facility Engineering and Operations Support, Manager of Facility Design & Engineering, and Project Engineer. Patrick was responsible for process improvements, project management, and facility design activities. At Hutchinson Technology Incorporated, Patrick worked as an Industrial Engineer, specializing in manufacturing operations layout and design, facility design, and project management of capital improvements.

Overall, Patrick R. has a strong background in project management, process improvement, and facility design across various industries.

Patrick R. earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, which they attended from 1993 to 1994. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Architecture Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where they studied from 1989 to 1993.

In addition to their formal education, Patrick has obtained certifications as a member of the COAA (Construction Owners Association of America) in March 2020 and as a member of the Society for College and University Planning in August 2018.