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Project Manager Management

Location:
Wheaton, IL
Posted:
July 28, 2016

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SUMMARY

¥**+ years experience as an Agile Project Manager

¥PMP Certification (in process)

¥Knowledge Management / Stakeholder Management / Change Management

¥Experience working in multi-vendor environments

¥Excellent documentation skills

¥Senior Consultant / Co-owner PC Medixx: www.pcmedixx.com

¥ACM Member https://www.acm.org/

¥Published Author: RiIT 2014 Best Paper Award

¥Gamma Nu Eta Vice President (The National Information Technology Honor Society)

¥ForenSecure Presenter http://forensecure.sat.iit.edu/

** Please see Page 4 for Full List of Specializations and Skills **

ACADEMIC

Illinois Institute of Technology - 2011-2014

Master in Information Technology

Systems Analysis Specialization

Bachelor of Information Technology

Deans List - 3.9 GPA

summa cum laude

College of DuPage - 2006-2008

Associate in Applied Science

Web Programming Specialization

Certificates

Java, C++, Visual Basic, JavaScript, Linux, Web Design, Web Programming

SPECIALIZATIONS

Methodologies and Techniques Applied:

¥Agile, Scrum and Waterfall, and full SDLC project management methods and techniques.

Leadership Skills:

¥Employ project team and key stakeholders best-practices and continuous improvement of project delivery across the enterprise.

¥Synchronize efforts of major initiatives involving multiple groups and departments with high success rate for leading Scrum meetings and Sprints.

Results-driven Business Performance:

¥Outperform revenue cost-containment goals while enhancing corporate performance through technology.

¥Guarantee the attainment of key milestones by proactively tracking metrics and project outputs.

¥Facilitate group processes in consensus building, conflict resolution, planning and decision-making.

Program Management:

¥Simultaneously manage multiple complex, multi-faceted, cross-matrix projects.

¥Rigorously manage scope to ensure commitments are within agreed on time, cost, and quality parameters.

¥Manage project life cycle from initiation through deployment and closure.

Cross-Management Specialist:

¥Excel in liaising between business and technical areas to achieve on-time, on-budget and on-spec projects.

¥Merge customer and user needs with business requirements, budgetary restrictions and logistical considerations.

CAREER HISTORY

02/2015 - 07/2016 (PC MEDIXX CONTRACT))

GUARDIAN TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS - Senior Project Manager

¥Created PMO by leveraging SharePoint platform and developing custom PM system.

¥Created Templating system for future software installations.

¥Increased productivity gains by 34% by implementing Templating System.

¥Analyzed and predicted productivity gains expected from planned software releases.

¥Managed full SDLC application development project using Agile Development Methodology.

¥Managed software release planning including: user requirements, development and prioritization, development estimates, system specifications, and high-level design.

¥Developed, maintained, and tracked project plans including WBS, schedule, scope, risks, and change management.

¥Facilitated meetings at all levels and published meeting minutes.

¥Provided leadership, guidance, and assistance to project team members.

¥Managed defects prioritization, delivery and rollback contingencies

¥Performed user acceptance testing (UAT).

¥Prepared documentation for Implementation, Maintenance, Operations, DRP, and End-Users.

¥Created and Edited Training Manuals and User Manuals.

05/2014 - 01/2015

ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - Student

¥Took time off from workplace to dedicate 100% time to Masters Program.

¥Completed Masters Degree on 12/20/2014.

¥Graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology with summa cum laude Honors distinction.

10/2011– 05/2014

ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - Senior Project Manager / Technical Analyst

¥Created Asset Management system for inventory of all Rice Campus IT assets.

¥Implemented and tested development projects for University.

¥Managed project lifecycles.

¥Developed and implemented project plans.

¥Created and maintained Technical Documentation and Procedure Manuals.

¥Managed Content Management System for internal websites.

¥Manage student staff for special IT events.

¥Engineers Week (2012-2014)

oDesigned layout for History of Computers Museum.

oSupervised Student Staff of 5 to set up, manage and break down exhibit.

oTested 100+ computers for functionality and deployed custom-imaged software

oConducted one-on-one training for guests on how to use machines.

¥Osmoces (2014)

oManaged project plan, set-up, configuration, software installation, implementation, and breakdown of 100 PCs.

oSupervised student staff of 7.

oSupported 50+ Vendors and Professional Speakers.

¥IT Administrator

oBuilt and repair computers.

oEvaluated, maintained, installed and configured hardware, software and operating systems.

oProvided IT support for Rice Campus Staff and Faculty.

oSupported external clients/guests to ensure functionality of all technology needs.

08/2010 - 07/2011 (PC MEDIXX CONTRACT))

EVERMORE LIFTING GEAR - Business Analyst

¥Created Business Continuity Plan.

¥Created Disaster Recovery Plan.

¥Managed the project team including all sub-contractors.

¥Ensured Projects and Programs were executed using agreed standards & processes.

¥Reviewed and approved all project documentation.

¥Resolved any problems and issues that arose.

¥Prepared status reports for use in communication to stakeholders.

¥Escalated issues and areas of concern to senior managers.

¥Provided project support for all off site activities.

03/2010 - 08/2010 (PC MEDIXX CONTRACT)

FISCHER CRANE - Business Analyst

¥Configured new data backup procedures.

¥Developed and suggest Security Plan.

¥Designed Database Management protocols.

¥Installed OS and software on 9 workstations.

11/2008 - 01/2010

ROEHL TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS - Program Manager / Business Analyst

¥Managed team of 30 Developers including hiring/firing of all contractors and sub-contractors.

¥Managed full SDLC application development projects using Agile Development Methodology.

¥Managed software release planning including: user requirements, development and prioritization, development estimates, system specifications, and high-level design.

¥Analyzed and predicted productivity gains expected from planned software releases.

¥Led JAD sessions and/or conduct interviews to elicit and document requirements.

¥Conducted detailed analysis; data and process maps; cross-functional flows; use cases.

¥Worked with technical team to produce technical specifications and design documents.

¥Prepared implementation, maintenance, operations, DRP procedures, and end-user documentation.

¥Performed user acceptance testing (UAT).

¥Managed defects prioritization, delivery and rollback contingencies

¥Managed and ensured all project deliverables are on time, within budget, and high quality to maintain customer satisfaction throughout the projects.

¥Facilitated implementation of new functionality through virtual or classroom training sessions and the development of appropriate documentation.

09/2007 - 09/2008

FISCHER CRANE COMPANY - BOLINGBROOK, IL - Project Manager / IT Manager

¥Created, implemented, and maintained Data backup and migration.

¥Maintained Network and IT Infrastructure.

¥Designed Security Plan and implement IT security measures.

¥Created Disaster Recovery and Database Management protocols.

¥Managed 3 tradeshows from inception to implementation.

¥Improved organizational security by 70% by implementing Security Plan and Protocols.

¥Improved Work Productivity by 80% by redesigning Network, deploying new software management system, and installing new computers, printers and peripherals.

¥Developed and Implemented project plans for events and tradeshows.

¥Managed and Troubleshot all hardware, software, office equipment.

¥Implemented User Account Management system.

¥Created marketing materials, advertisements, online videos, brochures, mailing campaigns.

¥Designed and produced tradeshow materials, including signs and banners for shows.

08/2005 - 07/2007

JACKSON-PRITZKER - WARRENVILLE, IL - Senior Project Manager

¥Managed staff of 27

¥Managed Project Leads and Teams.

oDetermine Budget Allocation and Resources for projects.

oManage administrative personnel.

¥Project lead on marketing and design projects

oAlloran Health Spa - Warrenville, IL

oPritzker Design Studios - Detroit, MI

¥Project content manager in charge of four editors for website relaunch.

¥Replaced outdated milestone management system with a custom designed 35-step workflow with 10 new milestones.

¥63% increase in workflow tasks by increasing accuracy.

¥Increased efficiency in terms of projects completed by 37%.

¥Created Project Plans and Portfolios.

06/2003 - 08/2005

JACKSON-PRITZKER - WARRENVILLE, IL - IT/Marketing Manager

¥Designed and Created media for trade shows, brochures, pamphlets, and business cards.

¥Coordinated media events and marketing campaigns.

¥Designed, updated, and maintained company website.

¥Troubleshot office computers/networks/servers.

¥Managed all IT-related office equipment.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS

MS Project

MS Visio

Ganntic

SharePoint

PMI / PMBOK Standards

SDLC, JAD, WBS, UAT, DRP

Enterprise Project Management

Process Engineering

Team Leading/Advising

Solution-based Decision Making

Strategic Thinking

Project Documentation/Presentations

Design & Create Training Manuals

TECHNICAL SKILLS

HTML/CSS

Java

Java Script

C++

Linux

SQL

UML/OOP

Windows

Graphic Design/Web Design

Technical Writing

SOFTWARE

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Google App Suite

Dreamweaver

Dropbox

FrontPage

InkScape

MS Office

PaintShop Pro



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