ralph sansano
i manage projects & deliver results
I enjoy collaborating and influencing across multiple levels within the organization leading cross-functional process improvements and holding project leads accountable to the greater project goals. Tenacious problem solver with strong verbal/written communication and facilitation skills. Comfortable shifting between hands-on detailed analysis and big picture thinking and customizing communication based on the audience.
i'm a creator
My background includes architecture, building, urban planning and design, using tools in graphic illustration, BIM, 3D modeling. I enjoy visually communicating both in design and documentation. I am committed to delivering high-fidelity, detailed work, and I excel at contributing to a collaborative setting where creativity & synergy exists through the diverse experiences of others.
i'm a strategist
I am a creative, strategic business professional with demonstrated success in delivering inspiring spaces, products and innovative services that bring a company’s culture and values to life. Strong program management and leadership skills, recognized as able to work well both as an individual contributor and within a large cross-functional team to achieve goals and implement initiatives across a rapidly evolving client service organization.
Work
LIVE NATION, Beverly Hills, CA
VEEV, San Mateo, CA
WEWORK, San Francisco, CA
STUDIOS ARCHITECTURE, San Francisco, CA
KTGY ARCHITECTURE + PLANNING, Oakland, CA
LPA, INC., San Jose, CA
Internship
CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD, West Hollywood CA
SCI-ARC, Los Angeles, CA
TIERRA WEST ADVISORS, Los Angeles, CA
HOLLYWOOD COMMUNITY STUDIO, Los Angeles, CA
Community
ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN MUSEUM, Los Angeles, CA
LOS ANGELES FLAG FOOTBALL, Los Angeles, CA
SAN FRANCISCO GAY FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE, San Francisco, CA
Education
Master of Business Administration
University of Southern California (USC)
Los Angeles, CA
Master of Architecture
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)
Los Angeles, CA
B.A. Urban Planning
California State University Northridge (CSUN)
Los Angeles, CA
Tools / Resources
Graphic Design
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Photoshop
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Illustrator
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InDesign
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Premiere
Fabrication
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3D Printing
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Laser Cutting
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CNC Milling
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Vacuum Forming
Skills Summary
Program Management
Project Management
Business Strategy
Workplace Strategy
Programming
Schematic Design
Design Development
Construction Documents
Construction Administration
Client Relationship Management
Coordination
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BlueBeam
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Asana
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Fieldlens
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Procore
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Newforma
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Smartsheet
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Airtable
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Salesforce
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Primavera
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MS Projects
3D Modeling
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Revit
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Rhino
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Grasshopper
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AutoCAD
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SketchUp
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Maya
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Ecotect
Data Analytics
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SAS Studios
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Tableau
