Project Manager

BETHANY R. WHITE

*** * ********** **., #*** • Seattle, WA 98119

425-***-**** • *************@*****.***

CAREER SUMMARY

Dynamic professional with over 8 years’ experience applying technology, business acumen, and project management skills driving organizational success. Critical thinker who proactively analyzes processes and provides insights that drive efficiency and have generated millions in cost savings. Articulate communicator proven to enhance the flow of communication across all stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to adhere to strict timelines, effectively resolve problems, and drive successful project completion on schedule and within/under budget. Emotionally intelligent and highly empathetic, have the unique aptitude for leading and managing people while ensuring all feel heard and understood; strong conflict resolution skills.

AREAS OF STRENGTH AND EXPERTISE

Project Management Life Cycle

Business Analysis

Data Analysis

Leadership

Systems Development Lifecycle

Agile Methodologies

Continuous Process Improvement

Cross Functional Collaboration

Lean/Six Sigma

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kevin White Construction Inc., Seattle, WA 2013 to Present

Project Manager

• Ensure the successful execution of diverse construction projects through detail planning, effective implementation, and ongoing oversight.

• Establish communication and change management strategies for each project while functioning as the communication hub for all participants.

• Proactively track project performance, deliver comprehensive updates alerting stakeholders to any variances. Key Contributions:

• Revitalized the estimating and billing processes driving a 40% increase in profitability.

IOActive, Inc., Seattle, WA 2016 to 2017

Engagement Manager (2016 Q4 Contract)

Managed a portfolio of global cybersecurity projects for Fortune 500 clients; served as communication hub between all stakeholders.

• Prepared and managed proposals, SOW, project plans, scheduling, and reports.

• Managed and assigned international and local security consultants to specific projects utilizing NetSuite OpenAir.

• Managed delivery work that met or exceeded client’s expectations based on strong understanding of client’s business and needs.

Key Contributions:

• Improved overall client relationships by ensuring project expectations were met or exceeded. All projects responsible for were completed on time and as planned during the busiest and most critical quarter of the year.

Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA 2012 to 2013

Business Analyst

Performed analysis across multiple aspects of business operations on behalf of the Information Systems Project Management Office (IS PMO).

• Participated in all phases of the project life cycle from project intake through release and deployment.

• Performed as SharePoint Administrator for the IS PMO including managing all project sites.

• Developed ITIL technical documentation, user documentation and web content as well as participating in QA testing and user training for the enterprise wide implementation of ServiceNow.

• Managed and tracked network infrastructure build, installation, progress and changes; ensured architectural drawings were up to date, accurately reflected and digitally stored for $36M new 8-story hospital addition. Key Contributions:

• Drove the adoption of a new server system generating $9 million cost savings through an in-depth evaluation of the current server system vs alternatives.

• Initiated and executed enhancements to standardize the Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC).

• Awarded the Information Systems Department “Gumby” Award for superior performance, innovation, flexibility, and initiative.

PATH, Seattle, WA 2012

Data Analyst

Managed data migration to new database storage locations. Responsibilities included ensuring data integrity to overall database management.

• Managed a broad scope of data services including processing payment requests, financial reporting, and information queries.

• Collaborated with the awards and sub-awards team, providing guidance and expertise on all technical and data management operations.

• Designated IT Liaison coordinating department requests, providing specialized reporting, and technical consultation.

Key Contributions:

• Ensured data integrity in the awards and sub-awards management databases throughout migration processes.

• Identified opportunities to drive efficiency through implementation of process improvement methodologies.

• Created and generated targeted reports which contributed accurate and insightful audit data facilitating an annual audit’s success.

Seattle Biomedical Research Institute, Seattle, WA 2011 - 2012 Project Coordinator/Program Manager

Managed the Tuberculosis program and its associated projects while also managing multiple projects for other programs.

• Evaluated available resources and corporate priorities, providing allocation recommendations across multiple projects.

• Utilized planning and management talents to coordinate purchasing, CDC and USDA permits, IBC and IACUC applications, and processing BSL3 core billing.

• Managed records, maintained calendars, drafted correspondence, scheduled meetings and travel arrangement for 6 Principal Investigators.

• Leveraged editing and writing talents on all scientific publications authoring compliance guidelines and references, proofreading content, and reviewing the appeal of design illustrations. Key Contributions:

• Ensure the successful completion of projects on schedule and within budgetary parameters.

• Managed an ongoing productive information flow between team members, Principal Investigators, and Institute Members.

University of Washington, Seattle, WA 2009 - 2011

Grants Manager/Fiscal Specialist

• Advised and counseled a 200-member group on all phases of the grant application process.

• Supervised fiscal operations including budget reconciliation, financial and budget reporting, and the issuance and reconciliation of field advances.

• Scheduled project milestone reviews.

Key Contributions:

• Contributed insight and expertise to comprehensive project plans resulting in $50 million in awarded grant funding.

• Managed the disbursement of $50 million in grant funds which included sub-contracts and sub-awards.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 2009

Dual Concentrations: Management Information Systems and Finance

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Adobe Creative Suite, Ektron, Mercury Quality Center, ServiceNow, Tableau, Lawson ERP, Visual Basic, C#, CSS, HTML/XML

Microsoft: Access, Excel, Lync, OneNote, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Publisher, SharePoint, Visio, Visual Studio, Word

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