Project Manager

Shana G. Brewton

**** ***** ****

Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122

216-***-**** (C) . ************@*****.***

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Highly focused, results-and goal-oriented with over ten years

experience as a strategic member of numerous projects in the

Information Technology, Logistics, and Engineering fields with focus

in the area operations. Proven record of accomplishment in project

coordination, business/end-user interaction with excellence in

complex, deadline-driven operations. Able to identify goals and

priorities and resolve issues. Easily establish rapport and

credibility with diverse groups of business users and staff. Work

equally well individually and as part of a team. Provided high-level

support to various levels of executive administration. A continuous

learner, results-oriented, positive attitude, detailed professional,

interfaces well with all levels of employees.

EXPERIENCE

HNTB OHIO, Inc., Cleveland, OH 08/08 - Present

Among the largest engineering, architectural, planning and

construction management firms in the United States providing service

to companies worldwide.

Project Analyst

Highlights:

. Focus on cash management in 2010 - 2011 resulted in the Ohio office

exceeding cash management goals for both Accounts Receivable DBO and

Delinquent Billing DBO-a significant improvement over 2009.

. Prepare and distribute monthly progress reports which analyze job

performance. Attend monthly project reviews meetings.

. Schedule, conduct and organize audits of full complexity for

conformity with policies and procedures of company for DOT

projects.

. Manage budgets and forecasting of government transportation

projects from setup to completion.

. Monitor, coordinate and analyze Job Progress Input reporting and

Job Progress Input exception reports to ensure accurate reporting

based on project performance and perform monthly and quarterly

Earned Revenue forecast for projects and office.

. Conduct earnings review (and required analysis) on assigned

projects to identify errors and trends.

. Effectively utilized historical cost analysis to adjust job cost

budgets and reduce lost earnings.

. Responsible for making necessary corrections under direction of

Project Manager, Office Leader or Business Manager to ensure

accurate reporting by established deadlines.

. Assist in preparing Prime and Sub-consultant Agreements and review

of compensation (and payment) clauses, salary rates, and

determining proper overhead rates.

. Responsible for timely reporting on issues affecting cash

management and project performance and coordinate with Office or

District Business Manager or Office Operations Manager on complex

issues relating to meeting 4 for 4 performance (quality work, on

time, on budget, client satisfaction) that impact earnings and

cash.

. Ensure effective cash management by working with clients and

establishing upfront processes on new contracts. ...examples...

reconciliation of a $3M transportation project resulted in reducing

expected losses down by $350,000; $400,000 reduction in delinquent

billings; and average reduction in outstanding Account Receivable of

10% as well as a reduction in the average number of days outstanding

by 5 days for corporate clients.

. Maintain positive relationships with Client counterparts and assist

them with issues or concerns.

. Significant interaction with Clients, other HNTB offices and

subconsultants to analyze, identify and resolve issues relating to

any of the following areas: cash management (billings, collections

and accelerating cash flow), contracting, project performance,

earnings, etc.

. Attends monthly project reviews and works closely with office

management team to identify problems, develop and implement

solutions to achieve high performance and best business practices.

Assist in the preparation of monthly revenue forecasts.

. Complete required HNTB training and demonstrate ability to apply

technical knowledge and leadership skills to identify problems and

recommend solutions.

. Assist in the coordination of community meetings to address

questions and concerns of residents with respect to the final

design phase of improvements in the project community.

. Provide training and answer questions on HNTB's project management

applications and standards.

ROCKWELL AUTOMATION, INC., Cleveland, OH 05/01 -

08/08

Global industrial automation company providing power control and

information solutions to companies worldwide.

Senior Project Administrator

Executive Administrative Assistant

Highlights:

. Prepared project status reports and keep upper management, and

others informed of project status and related issues.

. Managed procurement of project equipment and supplies and ensured

that procurement regulations were followed.

. Maintained the client relationship, keeping the client and

stakeholders engaged in the project including status, project

issues, scope changes, etc.

. Prepared routine monthly financial and labor reports.

. Managed overall project revenue and financials (actual vs.

budget/forecasting).

. Coordinate budget realignment requests with project managers.

. Prepared project related documents including but not limited to:

o Statement of work, progress reports, tracking of man-hours

and expense budgets, material requisitions, as required for

each project and the generation of project billings/invoices.

. Provided executive-level administrative support to the Vice

President of Software Consulting and direct reports.

. Coordinated projects and events exercising ability to improvise,

improve procedures, and meet demanding deadlines.

. Liaison between all impacted departments to ensure proper

communications and reporting practices.

. Planned and coordinated corporate luncheons, and developed

presentations for related on-site and off-site meetings.

. Organized the details of special events, travel arrangements,

corporate agendas and itineraries.

. Directed business relations and distribution of company literature

to stimulate client interest and sales leads.

. Managed capital purchases, direct vendor relations, generated and

maintained equipment tracking records.

. Paid invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and

preparing disbursements; obtaining authorization of payment.

. Obtained revenue by verifying transaction information; computing

charges and refunds; preparing and mailing invoices; identifying

delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.

. Processed monthly expense reports reflecting supporting documents

and budget code indexes.

. Collaborated with departmental managers on weekly postings for

master reports.

. Facilitated the accurate and timely writing, editing, and

preparation of final copy from draft to distribution.

. Provided planning and support for meetings, conferences, and

seminars.

KEANE, INC. - Charlotte, NC 09/98 -

04/01

IT Consulting corporation delivering service to more than 1400 clients

with a network of branches throughout the U.S.

Senior Branch Administrator

Sales Administrator (In/Outside Sales)

Highlights:

. Managed administration of group facilities, office

telecommunications, data communications, and personal computer.

. Assisted with the orientation and development of new employees.

. Prepared and gave presentations to internal/external audiences as

directed by the Branch Manager.

. Identified add-on opportunities within client base and coordinated

with appropriate account manager to close those opportunities.

. Researched and reviewed prospective clients using online computer

services, referring optimal candidates to Marketing Manager.

. Secured event speakers and coordinated transportation and

accommodations from out of town guests.

. Drafted financial, statistical, narrative, and/or other reports for

forecasting and budgeting.

. Negotiated and procured materials and services for branch.

COMPASS GROUP, USA DIVISION - Charlotte, NC 10/95 -

09/98

Leading contract foodservice and hospitality company with units

throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Marketing Coordinator

Executive Assistant to Vice President of Purchasing

COMPUTER EXPERIENCE

. Advanced computer knowledge in Microsoft Office 95-XP,

. Knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, Quark Xpress, JD

Edwards, Visio, utilized the internet for sourcing applicants and

research

. Earned Value Management (EVM), WebFOCUS, Oracle Financial

Applications

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

. College of Charleston, Charleston, SC - 1988 - 1990

. Coursework towards Certified Associate Project Management

Certification

7 Project Management Fundamentals

o Project Management / Handling Difficult Meeting Situations

. How to Handle Difficult People

. Automation Sales

. Managing Multiple Projects

. Familiar with SAP

REFERENCES

. Provided Upon Request

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