Project Management Scheduler

UMAIR BAIG

CONTACT # 410-***-****

EMAIL: ***********@*****.***

SUMMARY

Project management professional with 15+ years of experience as a Project Management Consultant, Scrum Master, Master Scheduler, and Trainer. Proven ability to lead and deliver successful projects, optimize workflows, train teams, and manage resources efficiently. Adept at leveraging Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies to drive business value, improve efficiencies, and deliver cost-saving solutions. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and strategic planning.

COMPETENCIES

· Project Management (Agile, Scrum,

Waterfall)

· Business Process Mapping (BPMN 2.0, MS

Visio)

· Systems Analysis & Process Improvement

· Instructional Design & Training

· Microsoft SharePoint Administration

· Oracle E-Business Suite R12 (GL, AP, AR, INV,

OM)

· IBM SPSS & Advanced Data Analytics

· Microsoft Project, Oracle Primavera P6,

Advanced Excel

CERTIFICATIONS

· Project Management Professional (PMP No.

1663806), Project Management Institute

· Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP No.

3143420), Project Management Institute

· Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP

No. 1867013), Project Management

Institute

· Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA

No. 2032403), Project Management

Institute

· Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

· Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM) (certificate

ID: 001087427)

· Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)

(Certificate ID: 001087427)

· Advanced Certified ScrumMaster®

(Certificate ID: 001087427)

· Certified Agile Facilitator™ (Certificate ID:

001087427)

· Certified Scrum Professional (CSP®)

(Certificate ID: 001087427)

· ITIL Foundation Certified

· MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional)

EXPERIENCE

Aug 2023 -

Present

IT Project Manager, NIST

Project Management Leadership

· Led the implementation of NIST's Grants Enterprise Management System (GEMS), ensuring Q1 FY26 go-live success.

· Managed SharePoint Online deployment across multiple business units, optimizing workflows and process automation.

· Directed Tableau dashboard development for NIST OAAM, enhancing leadership decision-making capabilities.

· Established and led the COR Community of Practice to mentor teams on project management methodologies.

· Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, achieving 80% positive stakeholder feedback.

· Performed vendor management to ensure contract delivery and execution

Strategic Leadership & Process Improvement

· Led weekly project status meetings with senior leadership, communicating objectives, risks, and strategic recommendations to drive informed decision-making.

· Implemented process improvement frameworks, achieving 80% positive stakeholder feedback through a metrics-driven approach.

· Automated and streamlined business processes using SharePoint, reducing manual workload and improving efficiency.

· Developed process documentation and training materials to standardize workflows and facilitate knowledge transfer.

· Directed cross-functional teams with clear role definitions, fostering a collaborative and empowered work environment.

· Managed change initiatives for new technology adoption, ensuring smooth transitions through communication and training strategies.

· Represented OAAM in the Service Automation Customer Council, contributing insights to enterprise-wide process improvements.

· Established project communication protocols, implementing regular standups and review meetings to enhance alignment and problem- solving.

· Developed risk management frameworks, identifying and mitigating project risks to ensure continuity.

Mar 2022-

Mar 2023

IT Project Manager, IBM

Client Role: Program Manager at Lumen Telecom Company

· Managed four concurrent initiatives using Agile methodologies.

· Reported program status to senior executives, aligning projects with strategic goals.

· Established governance structures for risk, performance, and resource tracking.

· Led modernization of legacy systems by implementing ServiceNow IT Service Management.

· Improved workflow optimization and operational efficiency.

· Facilitated incremental delivery for early client feedback and continuous improvement.

· Conducted Scrum of Scrums to monitor progress and remove impediments.

Performance Reporting Areas:

· Team Performance: Tracked KPIs including team velocity and training improvements.

· Organizational Performance: Measured time to market, ROI, and cost-benefit ratios.

· Project Performance: Monitored burn-down charts, risk logs, and deliverable acceptance rates.

Client Role: Lean Agile Coach at Leading Nationwide Insurance

· Trained employees across departments, from clerical staff to senior executives.

· Deployed Lean transformation initiatives using A3 methodology and Root Cause Problem Solving (RCPS).

· Built Huddle Boards in MS Teams to improve task visibility and risk tracking.

· Facilitated team huddles, improving meeting effectiveness by 45%.

· Delivered leadership recommendations based on root cause analysis. Client Role: Scrum Master at E&Y

· Defined project vision, EPICS, and user stories in collaboration with stakeholders.

· Established Agile ceremonies for Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives.

· Ensured iterative delivery of client value with early feedback loops.

· Monitored and improved team performance through regular retrospectives.

Jul 2019-

Feb 2022

· Removed roadblocks and facilitated transparent team communication. Practice Lead / Scrum Master, Agilify

Practice Lead, Agilify – Internal Projects

· Built and led a new practice for training and human capital development.

· Defined strategy for performance reviews and professional development.

· Led rebranding efforts, website development, and marketing initiatives.

· Developed hiring processes and provided mentorship to Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters.

Master Scheduler, PPMO – Louisiana Dept. of Health

· Developed scheduling management tools and best practices.

· Supported 20+ project managers and four programs in integrated master scheduling.

· Ensured compliance with IV&V audit requirements and MITA maturity goals.

· Integrated MS Project with SharePoint and Power BI for real-time reporting.

· Used Earned Value Analysis and Monte Carlo simulations for risk assessment.

Jan 2018-

Jul 2019

Independent Consultant/Trainer ITIC System, LLC, USA

· Delivered project management and Agile training for corporate clients.

· Developed course content and trained organizations on Scrum methodologies.

· Provided consulting on best practices in risk management and process optimization.

Jan 2014 -

Dec 2017

Management Trainer Sitespower Training Center, LLC, Dubai, UAE

· Delivered training on Project Management, Risk Management, ITIL, and MS Project.

· Trained thousands of professionals from industries including Oil & Gas, IT, and Engineering.

Nov 2011 -

Dec 2013

Project Manager / Scrum Master iAmplify Consulting Solutions

· Led ERP support and upgrade projects across various industries.

· Managed full project lifecycle, from scope definition to implementation and post-review.

Aug 2008 -

Oct 2011

ERP Consultant IBM Global Business Services, Pakistan

· Led end-to-end ERP implementation projects.

· Ensured smooth data migration for 60,000+ inventory records. EDUCATION

2012

2008

MBA, Institute of Business Administration Karachi, Pakistan BBA, Business Administration, MIS, Bahria University Karachi, Pakistan

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