Project Manager It

EDGARD (ED) PRADO, PMP

SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER

Houston, TX • 832-***-**** • ******.*****@******.*** • linkedin.com/in/edgardepradoc

Senior IT program and project management leader with over 15 years of expertise in global IT strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise software and ERP implementations, driving large-scale IT programs that optimize operational efficiency and deliver significant cost savings to the business.

Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional teams and managing multi-million-dollar budgets, delivering enterprise-wide solutions that integrate new technologies with existing infrastructures to streamline business processes and enhance performance.

Excels in managing high-stakes projects for global enterprise organizations, cultivating strong stakeholder relationships and aligning technology solutions with corporate goals to ensure the successful execution of business transformation efforts.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Organizational Leadership Strategic Planning Project & Program Management BI and Data Analytics Agile & Waterfall Methodologies Stakeholder Management Budgeting & Cost Control ERP & SaaS Implementations Project Management Office (PMO) Risk & Change Management Project Scheduling & Planning IT Governance & Compliance Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Client Relationship Management Process Redesign & Optimization Team Management & Training Languages (English & Spanish)

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Directed strategic IT projects spanning applications, automation, infrastructure, and telecommunications at Shell, managing a $20M annual budget to drive technological advancements and enhance operational efficiency.

Earned special recognition for pioneering the global implementation of O3B technology at Shell, delivering high-performance "fiber optics in the sky" connectivity to remote sites in Iraq and achieving $1M in annual cost savings.

Successfully managed a program with 30+ simultaneous IT projects at Shell, overseeing a global virtual team that included 11 senior project managers, 100+ IT contractors, and multiple local suppliers to ensure seamless execution and collaboration.

Led the development and deployment of mission-critical business applications and processes supporting Shell’s Marketing organization, managing annual budgets of $24M in 2009 and $30M in subsequent years.

Drove the design and implementation of a Vendor-Managed Fuel Inventory (VMI) system across 20,000 Shell-owned gasoline retail sites, streamlining the fuel-ordering process and achieving annual savings exceeding $10M.

Drove IT application modernization within the LATAM region for Shell as part of a $24M business-driven program to standardize processes, streamline retailer agreements, and upgrade IT capabilities, enabling $8M in savings across LATAM and Africa.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PERMA-PIPE HOLDINGS, INC., The Woodlands, TX

Senior Global IT Program Manager 2022 to 2024

Directed the global implementation of a cloud-based SaaS ERP system (Infor Syteline Cloud Industrial) and connected applications, including CPQ, EQ, CRM, OneStream and IDM, ensuring seamless integration with business processes and legacy system decommissioning.

Led a multidisciplinary team of consultants, IT professionals, and business subject matter experts across the Middle East, US, and Canada, developing project roadmaps and ensuring timely completion of milestones while addressing region-specific requirements.

Managed executive-level stakeholders, including the CEO, CFO, CIO, and VPs, by running Project Steering Committee meetings, providing detailed project updates, and ensuring project alignment with organizational goals to mission-critical objectives.

Successfully managed the global pilot implementation of a unified ERP system, replacing 25-year-old legacy systems, addressing vulnerabilities, and achieving ~$1M in annual savings while automating inventory management, pipe tracking, and the quoting process.

EMS INTERNATIONAL CAPITAL SAS, Houston, TX

Managing Director 2019 to 2022

Founded and managed a real estate investment and construction company operating across the USA, Colombia, and Costa Rica, overseeing project management, contract negotiations, and operational strategies while navigating market challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SHELL OIL COMPANY, United Arab Emirates Houston, TX Miami, FL

IT Lead Project Manager, Shell Upstream Middle East 2014 to 2018

Developed and executed IT strategy for complex infrastructure and telecom projects in Iraq, managing a team of 8 senior project managers and coordinating with 3 major telecom and infrastructure vendors, as well as global IT suppliers to ensure seamless project delivery.

Implemented a range of telecom services, including international and local-area networks, while deploying robust IT applications such as the Global Infrastructure Desktop solution, ensuring seamless service delivery to 3,000+ staff and contractors working in Iraq.

Led the migration and integration of Welfare and Global Infrastructure Desktop networks onto the I-WAN network, which resulted in annual savings of up to $3M and eliminated the reliance on legacy non-supported systems.

Global IT Program Manager, Shell Downstream Retail Site Automation 2012 to 2014

Oversaw the global IT Site Automation Applications Portfolio, including upgrading site systems in the Asia/Pacific region, deploying payment terminals in Europe, and rolling out contactless and mobile payment solutions in key markets while managing a $50M+ budget.

Directed the successful deployment of global IT Site Automation applications across the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, overseeing the implementation of IT applications and services for 45,000 gasoline retail sites worldwide.

Global IT Program Manager, Shell Convenience Retail & Fuels Pricing 2009 to 2012

Successfully Managed over 30 concurrent projects leading a global virtual team (including 6 senior project managers and over 50 consultants), while actively contributing as a member of the Global Retail IT extended leadership team to drive overall program success.

Directed the design, implementation, and successful deployment of the Global Fuels Pricing (GFP) System, automating gasoline pricing for 45,000 gasoline retail sites globally, which improved pricing accuracy across both dealer-owned and company-owned sites.

Led the development and rollout of the Convenience Retailing Product Management System (CR-PMM), enabling global category managers to optimize inventory and operations at 15,000 corporate-owned gasoline retail sites.

Earned a Special Recognition Award (SRA) for the successful "Grow East" initiative, which focused on developing project delivery capabilities in Malaysia and India, resulting in significant cost savings by transitioning over 30 roles from Europe to the East.

Global IT Program Manager, Shell Retail IT Business Marketing Applications 2008 to 2009

Contributed to a business-led $24M program aimed at standardizing and simplifying global business processes, retailer agreements, and IT applications, generating $8M in annualized benefits to the business while enhancing operational efficiency.

Planned, designed, built, and deployed new IT applications integrated with logistics and ERP systems, ensuring alignment with updated business models while managing a $19M IT program budget during the 2 year period.

Directed the design and implementation of IT systems for managing dealer-owned (DO) and company-owned (CO) retail sites, integrating with SAP, JDE, and other ERP systems across 30+ operating units globally to ensure seamless operations.

Led the design and implementation of the Contract Management System (CMS), enabling the Retail Business to efficiently manage contracts and incentive payments to over 600 wholesalers across the USA and Canada.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Regional IT Project Manager, Shell Latin America & Africa • SHELL OIL COMPANY Houston, TX Miami, FL

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Mathematics & Computer Science (Magna Cum Laude) • University of Houston • Houston, TX

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Advanced Master’s Certificate in Project Management • George Washington University

Assessment & Rapid Recovery of Troubled Projects, Managing Global Complex Projects & Programs • Project Management Institute

Project Management Professional (PMP) • Project Management Institute

Shell Senior Leader of Teams (Leadership) Program Shell Lead Project Manager Certification Shell Mid-Level Leadership Certification Shell Business Leader Development Program Graduate • Shell Project Academy

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Project Pro, SharePoint) Zoho Fresh Service

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