Megan Grant
Canton
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven individual with a diverse skill set developed through hands-on experience and genuine interest. Recognized for focus, trustworthiness, and keen observation, with an openness to ideas and experiences that foster growth. Demonstrates the ability to transition seamlessly between leadership and support roles while effectively multitasking in high-pressure environments. A strong attention to detail coupled with the ability to use critical thinking skills in real time ensures that each project's tasks and long-term objectives will be met with excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Party Chief
Pape Dawson Engineers
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised field surveys, ensuring adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret survey data for construction and development projects.
- Utilized GPS and total stations for accurate land measurements and data collection.
- Assisted with the training of entry level rodmen in equipment operation and basic surveying techniques.
- Conducted quality control checks on survey results to maintain accuracy and reliability.
- Provided daily project notes and established clear communication between clients, ensuring timely updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.
- Resolved complex survey challenges through critical thinking skills applied to problem-solving techniques such as boundary analysis or topographic mapping adjustments.
Full Time Barn Manager
Moonlight Farm
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in the development of a brand new boarding operation including all aspects of care for the facility, equines, customers and their guests.
- Coordinated with customers and associated equine professionals about desired appointments, deliveries, projects, etc.
- Took sole responsibility of farm and house operations when owner was away, often for weeks or months, without a team.
- Operated heavy farm machinery.
- Made executive decisions for barn owner.
Part Time Manager, Stablehand
Soucy Acres
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Performed all general farm duties. Left to monitor the entirety of 6 horse farm and two additional residences for weeks at a time when family was away.
- Received raise for reliability and quality of work.
- Operated heavy farm machinery.
- Assisted in making repairs around property.
- Provided new perspectives on property care to owners resulting in increased day-to-day efficiency as well as major health benefits to the horses.
Full Time Onsite Manager, Assistant Trainer
Centurion Farm
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Oversaw and managed all aspects of a 20+ competition horse farm including general horse care, client relations, deliveries, various appointments, traveling, training new staff, teaching and emergencies to relieve head trainer.
- Operated heavy equipment such as ATV’s, tractor, manure spreader, industrial watering system and fly system.
- developed a weekly training schedule of multiple students between ages 5-55.
- administered specific treatments such as pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) operation and IV/IM injections.
- Maintained optimal condition of two riding arenas by sprinkler watering, arranging jumps, dragging with ATV and pulling a harrow drag. Designed courses.
- Exercised and showed horses under saddle professionally for head trainer.
- Routinely completed late night checks on horses, independently handled equine accidents/illnesses as needed.
- Managed potential-buyer interaction and campaigned sale horses.
- Assistant coached at competitions.
Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2019
High School - undefined
West Forsyth High School
Cumming, GA05.2017
Skills
- Total station operation
- Construction staking
- Topographic mapping
- GPS surveying
- Alta surveys
- Moderate Spanish speaker
- Wetland delineation
- Attention to detail
- comfortably works outdoors in all environments
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Survey Party Chief
Pape Dawson Engineers
06.2022 - Current
Full Time Barn Manager
Moonlight Farm
12.2021 - 06.2022
Part Time Manager, Stablehand
Soucy Acres
03.2020 - 03.2022
Full Time Onsite Manager, Assistant Trainer
Centurion Farm
12.2019 - 05.2020
High School - undefined
West Forsyth High School
Kennesaw State University