Marlene A. Baird
Concord, CA *****
********@***.*** 925-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A project coordinator professional with extensive experience in project
management analysis, Human Resources assistance, data reporting, office
administration and database management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Pacific Gas and Electric Company - Walnut Creek, CA
Project Coordinator - Gas Transmission Maintenance and
Construction Dept. 2003 - 2010
Responsible for database management, reporting, analyzing, project tracking
and troubleshooting hand-held database program.
. Managed department goals and metrics report by collecting data and
reporting results. Trended and analyzed the results, created a "Target
vs. Actual" cost to date spreadsheet for comparison
. As webmaster, created, designed and launched department web pages
providing centralized access of critical information to remote employees.
. Assisted in creating, implementing and maintaining Hand-held Windows
platform device
. Ensured hand-held hardware and software issues were resolved promptly and
efficiently resulting in no loss of work productivity.
. Ensured timely scheduling of preventative maintenance jobs resulting in
compliance with California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) standards
. Established and delivered training program to the crew for the database
process
. Training governance/compliance committee member coordinated the cleanup
of an old database in preparation for conversion to the SAP learning
module. Accessed reports from the Sharepoint. Maintained the mandated and
required training database for 155 employees and ensured that annual
compliance was completed.
Compliance Analyst Electric Maintenance Dept
2007
Responsible for tracking asset management and compliance utilizing the SAP
Work Management module.
. Monitored data quality and entry of all the SAP notification records by
reviewing and ensuring notifications returned from the resource center.
Worked closely with department reps as new processes and procedures were
developed.
. Managed aerial patrol, ground patrol and inspections of electric assets
to ensure inspections were completed in compliance with the CPUC
standards by tracking and documenting inspections.
Project Controls Analyst Project Management Gas Dept
2002
Responsible for managing the funding of projects and ensured deadlines were
met.
. Developed, maintained and controlled project schedule plans for Project
Managers utilizing critical path methodology by collaborating with
project managers and team members.
. Analyzed schedule start, completion and duration variances of projects in
order to validate accuracy and appropriateness.
. Analyzed cash flow against actual cost to date and recommended corrective
action if necessary.
Senior Administrative Assistant Gas Maintenance Dept
1998-2003
Responsible for supporting the director and the team. Worked closely with
all levels of staff.
. Prepared Payroll Change requests and ensured pay accuracy in a timely and
efficient manner.
. Reviewed contracts and released for payment utilizing SAP.
. Maintained Director's busy calendar, scheduled appointments and organized
travel arrangements.
. Processed expense reports and ensured all data was accurate and
corresponding documents were attached per Internal Auditing and Corporate
Accounting policies.
. Managed Director's e-mail, prioritized action items, and responded to
items which required immediate attention on behalf of the Director.
. Organized social and holiday events for the department, including fund
raising efforts for local charities.
Human Resources Senior Assistant 1991-
1998
Responsible for managing Union documents and processes. Working closely
with Human Resources Representatives and maintaining highly confidential
documents.
. Prepared union grievance paperwork, created folders and assigned mandated
follow-ups to ensure compliance with labor management contracts.
. Maintained the employee performance logs to ensure compliance with action
plans and follow-up dates.
. Maintained confidential personnel files
. Coordinated job vacancies and job bidding for union employees.
. Ensured employees were enrolled in management training courses. Created
a process to fill vacancies to minimize costs associated with external
instructor-led courses.
. Managed annual service events, including budget management, vendor
selection, organizing, planning and hosting the events.
EDUCATION
. California State University East Bay - Project Management Certificate
. California State University East Bay - Human Resource Management
Certificate
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SAP Work Management and Business
Warehouse, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Gas Mapping Tool (GIS),
Adobe Acrobat, Front Page Editor, Sharepoint
VOLUNTEER DUTIES
. CPR First Aid and AED certified,Current
. Emergency Team member 1991- 2009
. Safety Steering Committee Member 2006
. Campaign for the Community Chair, 2002, 2003 and 2009
. At risk behavior-based Safety Observer 1998 - 2008