Project Manager Management
Resume:
James T. Jones
Phone 816-***-****
Overland Park, KS
66213
SUMMARY
Technical Project Management experience managing complex systems
implementations, application development, I.T. infrastructure, and
eCommerce programs/projects with internal and external resources. Under
limited direction, manage small, medium or large projects ensuring quality
deliverables on time and within budget utilizing SDLC methodologies.
Demonstrated ability in working effectively, strong analytical,
consultation, presentation, and supervisory skills, combined with efficient
administrative and organizational expertise.
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Visio
EDUCATION
M.B.A.
Friends University, Wichita, Kansas, May 1999
Major: Business Management
B.S.
Friends University, Wichita, Kansas, April 1997
Major: Human Resource Management
CERTIFICATIONS
PMP, Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute
ITIL v3 Foundation, EXIN, ITIL Certification Management Board (ICMB)
PROJECT TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE
SDLC, Software Development Life Cycle, (Waterfall, Agile, and Rapid
Application Development), Java, Java Batch, COBOL, Mainframe, Mainframe
Batch, CoolGen, C+, JCL, CDMA, CMMI, RUP, SQL, XML, Visual Basic, .NET,
and eCommerce projects.
WORK HISTORY
Sept 2008- Present, Consultant, Project Manager, DSoft Technologies-CBI,
Topeka, KS
Project manager responsible for ATG website software development, software
enhancement, Payless legacy system integration, and 3rd party software
integration projects of a complex nature. Project manager in charge of
successful launch of Payless.com and Sperry website re-platform migration
projects. Project manager in charge of creation and successful launch of
Saucony Originals and Saucony Performance websites. Served in a project
management capacity overseeing and coordinating the efforts of multiple
project developers, business analysts, and testers. Accountable for
managing project timelines, resources and deliverables. Specific project
accountabilities include: project initiation, project planning, project
execution, project controlling, and project closing. Functioned as the
primary contact in all phases of the projects assigned and the client's
primary point of contact for the duration of those projects. Ensured
adherence to quality IT standards and reviewed project deliverables.
Managed the integration of vendor tasks and tracked and reviewed vendor
deliverables. In addition to direct project management responsibilities,
accountable for day-to-day resource management including both onshore and
offshore staff supervision.
May 2008-September 2008, Independent Consultant, Project Manager, Blue
Cross-Blue Shield, Kansas City, MO
Managed project team responsible for planning $55 million project related
to the Facets Health Plan Administration platform upgrade. Business case
and project planning enabled 100% electronic interchange between
constituents and real-time processing from plan selection through claims
adjudication. The intent of the project was to upgrade the platform with
the overall scope focusing on increased speed to market, increased
constituent self-service, increased automated functionality for maintenance
transaction processes and technology infrastructure. Due to organizational
resource constraints, the project was placed on hold.
August 2006 - March 2008, Consultant, I.T. Program/Project Manager,
Global Consulting Inc/JPM Morgan Chase, Kansas City, MO
PMO structured organizational experience. Managed Java, Java Batch, COBOL,
Mainframe, Mainframe Batch, and CoolGen projects. Managed $7 million in
I.T. application development and infrastructure implementation projects.
Management of program and projects in I.T. portfolio utilizing SDLC
methodologies. Managed project scope, cost, and schedule throughout the
entire project life cycle. Interacted with internal clients, external
clients, and product ownership, keeping project teams focused on goal(s)
defined by the project plan. Managed I.T. technical teams responsible for
facilitating the process by which product is delivered. Managed project
decisions to ensure the end product meets all business requirements and
operates as efficiently as possible. Coordinated rollout strategy of final
product. Assisted in developing business cases for new products, including
defining requirements and managing estimation of level of effort. Planned,
developed, and implemented other projects as assigned. Facilitated
identification of risk and mitigation plans. Coordinated multiple project
teams simultaneously. Understanding of project objectives, as well as the
role and function of each team member. Created appropriate infrastructure
for teamwork, communications and ownership required for successful project
completion.
May 2004 - August 2006, Sr. Project Manager, Commerce Bank, Kansas City,
MO
Managed infrastructure platform conversion of $80 million merchant card
portfolio. Managed the scope of work, objectives and other Project
Management activities for assigned projects. Worked with Internal
Operations and I.T. to finalize project budget and scope of work.
Coordinated or directed project activities for team members. Developed
project plans, schedules, work breakdown structures, and other scope
definition documents. Evaluated risk probability and impact, developed
quality and risk management plans and conducted project reviews.
August 2000- March 2004, Project Manager, Sprint Corporation-
Corporate Finance, Overland Park, KS
Managed the development and implementation of accounting and eCommerce
software projects involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused
on the delivery of new or existing products. Completed complex, long-term
projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines. Evaluated projects and
conducted cost benefit analyses. Set project strategies, developed detailed
project plans and managed/scheduled resources to meet plan deliverables.
Planned and directed the scope of work, project schedule, and budget.
Monitored and managed the projects from initiation through delivery.
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