Sareeta Patel
About Sareeta Patel
Sareeta Patel is a Senior Project Manager at The New York Times, specializing in real estate and facilities with a focus on global construction management. She has over six years of experience in commercial design and has worked with notable clients such as Facebook and Puma.
Current Role at The New York Times
Sareeta Patel serves as the Senior Project Manager for Real Estate and Facilities at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads construction management efforts on a global scale. Her responsibilities include overseeing various projects that align with the company's strategic goals and ensuring that the built environment reflects the organization's culture and values.
Previous Experience in Architectural Design
Prior to her current role, Sareeta Patel worked at Kengo Kuma and Associates in Tokyo, Japan, as an Architectural Designer for six months in 2015. She also held positions at Fogarty Finger Architecture and Parts and Labor Design, gaining valuable experience in architectural design. From 2017 to 2020, she served as a Senior Project Architect at WeWork, where she contributed to commercial design projects and workplace strategies.
Educational Background
Sareeta Patel studied at the University of California, San Diego, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Design and Planning. She furthered her education at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation, achieving a Master of Architecture (MArch). Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in project management and architectural design.
Cultural Influence and Global Experience
Sareeta Patel's approach to design is informed by her rich cultural background and diverse global experiences. She has lived and worked in various locations, including India, London, California, Japan, and New York. This exposure allows her to manage teams effectively and create spaces that resonate with both client and company culture, enhancing the overall user experience.
Collaborations with High-Profile Clients
Throughout her career, Sareeta Patel has collaborated with notable clients such as Facebook, Ivanhoe Cambridge, and Puma. These partnerships involved developing design concepts and workplace strategies that meet the specific needs of each client, showcasing her ability to integrate client objectives with innovative design solutions.