Mr. Reynolds is a Project Management Director with more than fifteen years of experience in construction and environmental management. His background in industry, government and consulting give him a unique and comprehensive perspective on environmental management. Mr. Reynolds excels in project management, problem solving and communication. His varied experiences have given him a broad base of environmental experience with specialties in brownfield assessment, clean-up and redevelopment and sustainable design and construction.
Sustainable Design and Construction
Chicago Center for Green Technology – Chicago, Illinois. Directed the design and rehabilitation of an abandoned, 34,000 square foot building into a national model of green technology. Upon completion in 2003, the $5.4 million facility received a Platinum Rating from the U.S. Green Building Council in accordance with their Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System. The Chicago Center for Green Technology was named one of the American Institute of Architect’s Top Ten Green Buildings in 2003 and the Best Renovation Project by the Chicago Building Congress in 2003. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded the facility the Region V Phoenix Award for Excellence in Brownfield Redevelopment in 2002.
Green Homes for Chicago – Chicago, Illinois. Directed a pilot program that demonstrated innovative ways to improve the energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and resource effectiveness of affordable, single-family homes. Multi-partner program included an international design competition, the design and construction of five pilot homes, public outreach and education, and data collection. Results of the program will influence the specifications for future low-income, affordable and mixed-income housing constructed through City of Chicago programs.
Green Bungalow Initiative – Chicago, Illinois. Directed a pilot program that demonstrated innovate ways to improve the energy efficiency, indoor air quality and resource effectiveness of renovated historic Chicago bungalows. Multi-partner program included community design charettes, the design and renovation of four pilot bungalows, public outreach and education, and data collection. Results of the program will be developed into a sourcebook to guide future renovations in an energy-efficient and environmentally-sound manner.
The Chicago Standard – Chicago, Illinois. Led a multi-department team in developing a green building standard for use by the City of Chicago for municipal new construction and renovation project. Based on the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, the Chicago Standard standardizes design and construction enhancements for municipal projects that will promote healthy indoor environments, conserve energy and use resources wisely.
The Ford Calumet Environmental Center – Chicago, Illinois. Directed an international design competition for a new environmental center to be located in southeast Chicago. When complete, the facility will set a new standard for high performance buildings.
Mayor Daley’s GreenWorks Awards – Chicago, Illinois. Oversaw the implementation of a new biannual award to recognize outstanding green building projects in Chicago.
