Laura Friar
About Laura Friar
Laura Friar is a Project Manager with extensive experience in civil engineering and construction management. She has worked on various significant projects, including the Pendry Hotel & Residences in West Hollywood and the Todd Rd Jail Health & Programming Unit in Ventura.
Work at Helix Electric
Laura Friar has been employed at Helix Electric as a Project Manager since 2015. In this role, she has managed various projects in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Her responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, budgets, and team coordination to ensure successful project completion. Laura's experience at Helix Electric has contributed to her expertise in managing complex electrical contracting projects.
Education and Expertise
Laura Friar studied at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering & Management. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in engineering principles and project management techniques, which she applies in her professional roles. Laura's academic background supports her capabilities in overseeing construction projects effectively.
Background
Laura Friar has a diverse background in engineering and project management. She began her career with internships at Kiewit and BP, gaining hands-on experience in field engineering. Her early roles included working as a Field Engineer Intern in Fort Richardson, Alaska, and as an Engineering Intern in Anchorage, Alaska. This foundational experience has informed her approach to project management in subsequent roles.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Laura Friar has successfully managed several significant construction projects. Notable projects include overseeing the construction of two dorms and a dining commons at CSU Channel Islands, managing the retrofit of Burbank Town Center, and coordinating the South Park 4 DTLA mixed-use residential project. Currently, she is leading the development of the Pendry Hotel & Residences West Hollywood and the 6233 Variel Woodland Hills assisted living apartment building.