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