Project Manager

Rosemarie Patterson

SUMMARY

I am a result driven and innovative thinking professional. I possess

over 16 years of progressive experience including 4 years of project

management and coordination and 8 years of government contracting. I am

accustomed to austere and fast paced environments that demand strong

organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills. I have been

employed by top businesses and small firms, and have worked closely with

executive management. I am adept at managing multiple tasks and complex

projects. I also possess excellent communication, time management and

leadership skills.

EDUCATION

A.A Acquisition and Contract Management - Strayer University - April 2009

CERTIFICATION

Microsoft Office User Specialist

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite; Microsoft Office Project; Microsoft Access; Lotus

Notes; Word Perfect; Adobe Exchange; Adobe Photoshop; Visio; Gold Server;

Cash EUC; Vantive; Adobe Photoshop; Adaptec CD Writer; PowerDocs 3.9;

BrassRing

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

BAE Systems, (via US Logistics),

Camp Arifjan, Kuwait 05/2009-

10/2009

Project Coordinator

Working within a Program Management Office (PMO), I managed the

submission of weekly timecards and expense reports. I tracked

expenditures via the Burn Rate report. I was responsible for reporting

the movement of personnel via the Synchronized Predeployment &

Operational Tracker (SPOT) system and Personnel Status (Perstat) report,

requesting the Letter of Authorization (LOA) for new and current

employees, and closing out deployments of personnel. I updated all 1687

signature cards and fuel memos as necessary. I tracked and maintained

the daily and weekly vehicle logs, status reports, and safety bulletins.

I assisted and provided the transportation of personnel in and out of

theater. I was accountable for the processing of customs documentation

requirements for incoming cargo and ensured that all programs received

their shipment in a timely manner. I assisted other personnel when

necessary.

Bagram, Afghanistan 04/2008-

05/2009

Project Coordinator

Working within a PMO, I managed the recruitment of candidates for

positions in the Middle East under the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected

(MRAP) Program. I was responsible for meeting personnel requirements and

project goals. I provided personnel support with human resource issues,

vacation requests, resignations, and other personnel matters. I cross-

trained and installed satellite communications including, but not limited

to, Blue Force Tracker, Satellite on the Move (SOTM), Duke System,

Tactical Operations Center Intercommunications System (TOCNET), Very High

Frequency (VHF) and Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) antennas. I also cross-

trained and assisted with the Army Authorized Stockage List (ASL)

including, but not limited to, organizing, researching, and executing

parts requirements. I was the administrator for the SPOT system.

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Mantech International, (via Express Personnel), Chantilly, Virginia

07/2007-03/2008

Project Coordinator

Working within a PMO, I managed the recruitment of candidates for

positions in the Middle East including Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Iraq

under the Route Clearance Demining Project. I was responsible for

meeting or exceeding the personnel requirements and project goals by

reviewing resumes, opening and closing requisitions, initiating first

interviews, assigning job categories, validating start dates, discussing

salary requirements, and coordinating all the necessary documents

required by our corporate office to employ candidates. I coordinated

with the government representative to reserve space for employees at the

Continental United States (CONUS) Replacement Center (CRC) in order to

properly prepare candidates for deployment. I prepared and revised all

forms utilized to track the progress of each new employee. I debriefed

incoming employees and initiated the requests to complete and submit the

Questionnaire for National Security Positions (SF-86) forms to process

security clearances. I provided personnel support for those who are

currently deployed with human resource issues, vacation requests,

resignations, and other personnel matters. I was responsible for

collecting, reviewing, and revising Weekly Status Report (WAR) and the

Monthly Status Report (MSR). I managed the Weekly Personnel Report, Bi-

Weekly Ramp-Up Personnel Report, and provided input for the monthly In-

Progress Review (IPR) meeting.

Amyx, Inc., Fort Belvoir, Virginia

11/2004-06/2006

Project Coordinator

Working within a PMO, I managed an off-site office of 15 employees with

the Integrated Data Environment (IDE) Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

Project. I identified, researched, and tracked government contracting

opportunities. I reviewed all proposal requirements as outlined in the

Request for Proposal (RFP) bid documents, provided cost and financial

analysis, prepare and submit proposals. Reviewed and provided a schedule

of deliverables to ensure that our staff meets the agency's requirements

set forth in the Statement of Work (SOW). I prepared and submitted

invoices to government agency for payment. I was the main point-of-

contact for all agency assigned contract administrators. I was

responsible for collecting, reviewing, and revising inputs into the

Weekly Activity Report (WAR), the Director's Summary (DISUM), the Monthly

Status Report (MSR), and weekly Newsletter. Organized all pertinent

program documentation both hard and soft copy. I prepared and

facilitated weekly staff meetings and monthly status meetings; and

maintained the suspense database. I provided Microsoft Office technical

support, as needed.

Northrop Grumman IT/IRS, Lanham, Maryland 02/2001-

03/2004

Executive Administrative Office Manager

Working within a PMO, I managed an off-site office of 74 employees on an

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Systems Application Testing (SAT) Project.

I reviewed and reformatted candidate resumes according to the SOW for

approval of the Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR). I

prepared and managed the security minimum background investigation (MBI)

packages for new employees, as well as, assisting employees with the

renewal of the MBI packages prior to reaching the expiration date. I

produced an electronic version of the security forms required in support

of departmental need. I managed the employment and security files, and

client's confidential files to include taxpayer information and testing

documents. I served as the key point-of-contact for IRS SAT Management

ensuring the timely delivery of high quality customer service, as well as

deliverables that include the Bi-Weekly Program Review Report. I

coordinated facility services in response to workstation issues. I

prepared and submitted the weekly contractor time reports for billing and

payment processing. I provided guidance regarding office policies and

procedures verbally and written correspondence. I managed the office

calendar, and the procurement of office supplies. I provided Microsoft

Office technical support as needed.

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Freddie Mac, McLean, Virginia 02/1999-

02/2001

Administrative Assistant

I managed and trained administrative staff members, created the

department's administrative policy and procedural handbook, provided

guidance, and conducted annual reviews. I managed the Mortgage Operations

Division's annual budget. I prepared and submitted staffing requests,

and processed new/transferring/departing employees, as needed. I managed

the acquisition and distribution of the Quarterly Settlement Calendars.

I prepared and distributed the Pool Collapse Log, the Response

Integration Center (RIC) report, the Daily Volume report, Purchase Volume

report, and Seller Updates. I was an active member of the Y2K Contingent

Staff. Scheduled and coordinated phone support for the Loan Prospector

Call Center. I reviewed and approved Time-Custodial Reports. I planned,

created, implemented, and maintained the leave reporting database to

better facilitate the fiscal needs of the department. I coordinated

special events and meetings, facility and workstation issues. I provided

Microsoft Office technical support as needed.

Irving Burton & Associates, Falls Church, Virginia

03/1998-02/1999

Technical Assistant

Working within a PMO, I was responsible for managing a multi-million

dollar budget for an ergonomic project. I received training as an

Ergonomic Specialist and traveled to various Department of Defense (DoD)

and Federal Government sites to provide a brief but very effective

presentation on the importance of properly aligning workstations. I

reviewed and approved requests for all individuals within the Federal

Government and DoD who met the disability criteria for ergonomic

equipment. I was responsible for the acquisition of equipment within the

annual budget. I assisted with coordinating conventions with other DoD

and Federal programs to provide informative and educational presentations

regarding workstation ergonomics. I provided assistance with the

simulation of the proper use of integrated computer equipment and

software for people with moderate to severe disabilities. I was

responsible for testing new equipment and software introduced to our

project to ensure that it met our customer's needs, and provided

documentation of experience with the new product. I provided technical

support as needed.

Law Office of Christopher P. Schewe, Alexandria, Virginia

09/1996-11/1997

Office Manager

I provided administrative support for a private law office specializing

in personal injury and worker's compensation. I was responsible for

ensuring that all court pleadings and legal documents were filed within

the statutes of the state. I transcribed tapes for non-generic

correspondence and court pleadings. I requested copies of medical records

and bills, accident reports, and dispositions of all vehicle accidents. I

scheduled appointments and interrogatory interviews. I managed the

office's bank accounts, reconciled monthly bank statements, prepared

payroll, and ensured that all settlement funds were disbursed

appropriately; and the liaison between attorneys, insurance companies,

and clients.

The Sentinel of Landmark, Alexandria, Virginia

04/1995-09/1996

Administrative Assistant

I provided administrative support to the business office of a high-rise

condominium complex that consisted of 1 building manager, 6 maintenance

personnel, 10 Board of Directors, and 272 unit owners. I managed the

annual budget. I collected and deposited the monthly home owner's

association fees and reconciled the monthly bank statements. I prepared

the monthly budget report and submitted it to the Board of Directors for

review. I ensured that all account payables were processed for payment,

and was involved with the annual budget forecasting process. I managed

and addressed all unit owners' complaints. I was responsible for

creating and distributing past due notices to unit owners. I gathered

and prepared project reports for the monthly and annual Board of

Directors meetings. I arranged and scheduled meetings with outside

vendors to bid on upcoming building projects. I was the liaison between

the Board of Directors, Building Manager, and vendors.

Phone: 703-***-****

Email: ***********@*******.***

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