Jason Gardner

A/E/C leader focused on client insight, better decisions, and practical change. More than 25 years of architecture, design, technology, and business operations. I have lead cross-functional work that starts with understanding what clients and employees need, then improve the data, process, tools, or operating approach around those needs. My work is practical, people-centered, and grounded in the realities of project delivery.

Head of Digital | Americas / Principal - Populous

(2014-10)

• Lead Data & Operations strategy supporting internal clients, external clients, project teams, business leaders, and stakeholders across a globally distributed A/E/C organization.
• Turn client and employee needs into practical improvements in data, process, technology, and operations.
• Connect project, market, financial, and operational information so teams can make better decisions across regions.

Manager, VDC - Hoefer Wysocki (now Hoefer Welker)

(2012-12 - 2014-10)

• Managed VDC processes while working directly with architects and project teams to understand delivery challenges, improve information quality, and strengthen coordination and collaboration.
• Translated project-team needs into practical digital workflows and standards supporting design and project delivery.

Manager - BRR Architecture

(2011-12 - 2012-12)

• Oversaw digital modeling and improvement of project-delivery capabilities, supporting collaboration, consistency, and adoption of new ways of working.

Design Technology - Populous

(2008-12 - 2011-12)

• Developed digital models and project tools for major projects, emphasizing communication, coordination, and collaboration among project teams.

Designer / Co-Owner - Heartland Design

(2000-10 - 2008-10)

• Designed residential structures and developed practical design solutions focused on quality, efficiency, and client and project requirements.

Design Technology - University of Central Missouri