Pre-Construction Considerations

The Life of a Project Series continues with a discussion of Pre-Construction Considerations from a Design and Constructor’s Perspective featuring Lesli Swanson, LEED AP, Senior Construction Manager with Ahtna Global, and Michael Fredericks, AIA, President of SALT, a design firm. Their collaborative work on the Cook Inlet Housing Association’s Eklutna Estates Senior Housing will be one example of a pre-construction success story that will be discussed.

Join the NAWIC Alaska Chapter for this special program where Lesli and Michael will share their experiences and “lessons learned” in developing pre-construction plans and implementing the start-up of all project types.

This is a hybrid event and you have the option to join us in-person or online! Everyone will receive a Zoom link after you register. If you chose to join in-person, we will be delighted to see you at Gallo's Mexican Restaurant located at 8615 Old Seward Hwy.

About the Guest Speakers

Lesli has more than 18 years of experience in the Alaska construction industry working on design/builds, new construction, and renovation work. Her responsibilities range from bidding/estimates, pre-construction startup and management, through project closeout. She has a bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University and holds a graduate-level certification in Construction Management from Washington State University. Lesli is also a certified Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Accredited Professional.

Michael is the President of SALT, a design firm, and brings more than 17 years of design and construction experience to the conversation. Michael received her Bachelor of Architectural Studies from the University of Washington and her Master of Architecture from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She specializes in project/organizational planning and complex problem-solving. Michael is adept at helping groups define their unique version of success and provide them with a pre-construction roadmap to achieve their goals.