Vanessa Kidd
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Summary
● Experienced Senior Project Manager with 13+ years in project management, specializing in technology and business application solutions. Proven track record in risk reduction, cost control, and budget tracking to cross-functional teams across diverse industries, including finance and healthcare. Adept at utilizing tools like Service Now, Jira, and Clarity to drive project success and align with strategic objectives. Seeking Senior Project Manager role to leverage expertise in delivering high-impact projects. Core Competencies
● Enterprise Project & Program Management • End-to-End SDLC & Agile Delivery • Budgeting, Cost Control & Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Reporting • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • PMO Governance & Process Improvement
Vendor Coordination, Contract Oversight & Procurement Support • Change Management & Project Lifecycle Optimization
Tools: Azure DevOps (ADO), Jira, ServiceNow, Clarity, MS Project, ERP (Oracle), Planview Domain Exposure: Financial Services, Healthcare, Government IT, Enterprise Applications (Dynamics 365, ERP Systems)
Skills
● SDLC • Agile Methodologies • azure devops • ERP (Oracle) • Clarity • Planview • Microsoft Project • Microsoft Visio • Jira • Workday • Service Now • Teams • Stakeholder Collaboration • Budgeting • Scope Management Leadership • Risk Management • Agile methodology • HR • Basecamp • Project Management • Stakeholder Management • Problem Solving
Certifications
● Master's Certification in Project Management, George Washington University Work Experience
Local Religious Organization, (Freelance)
Columbia, Maryland
Support Project Manager
Jan 2026 - April 2026
• Managed and coordinated ministry support events projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Developed event planning project plans, timelines, and budgets to effectively oversee via Basecamp on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including volunteers and staff, to ensure successful project execution and delivery.
• Facilitated communication between stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any issues or concerns.
State of Maryland, Rockville, Maryland
PMO Analyst/Project Manager (Contract - Short Term) Jul 2025 - Aug 2025
• Prepared and maintained comprehensive status reports to enhance communication and support decision-making among stakeholders.
• Conducted regular project reviews and evaluations, including assessing overall risks to ensure project alignment and identify potential issues.
PMI Institute, Sandy Spring, Maryland
Personal Development Studies Jun 2024 - Jul 2025
• Developed and delivered targeted training programs in Project Management to support career advancement.
• Pursued Project Management certification to enhance professional proficiency and growth. Allegis Group, EPMO, Hanover, MD
Senior Project Manager (Recruited back to the Company 2014) Jan 2024 - May 2024
• Defined project scope and goals to ensure the successful delivery of technology and business application solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for alignment with strategic objectives.
• Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigating strategies, resulting in a 10% reduction in project risks while maintaining rigorous cost control to fulfil business objectives.
• Prepared documentation and reports for the executive team on a regular basis using Azure DevOps, Service Now, Clarity, and PowerPoint, and developed dashboards by analyzing data from multiple sources. Bates White, Washington D C.
Program/Project Manager, EPMO Jul 2021 - Jan 2024
• Oversaw the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365, coordinating efforts across Finance, HR, IT, and executive teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Managed budget tracking and accrual reporting, providing financial insights to executive stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Led weekly program reviews and prepared documentation using Azure DevOps. ServiceNow, JIRA, and PowerPoint, ensuring alignment of projects with organizational objectives.
• Facilitated process improvements and risk mitigation strategies, enhancing project governance and IT financial processes while completing projects on time and within budget.
• Delivered targeted training and coaching, resulting in a 20% increase in team proficiency in SAFe principles and improved overall project performance.
Morgan Stanley, Baltimore, Maryland
Senior Project Manager May 2021 - Jul 2021
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive audit preparation exercise and Project Lifecycle Standards checklist, identifying and addressing non-compliance issues across divisions.
• Contributed to a 10% increase in risk detection through effective cross-functional assessments and developed risk management dashboards, enhancing visibility and decision-making for senior leadership. Exelon Windsor Mills, Maryland
Senior Project Manager, EPMO Feb 2020 - Dec 2020
• Executed the complete project lifecycle of the DSCADA P2P testing initiative, achieving a successful transition from concept to deployment while upholding quality assurance standards.
• Conducted thorough cost analysis and data analytics using Azure DevOps. Jira and ServiceNow, recommending optimized spending strategies to enhance fiscal efficiency.
• Managed project performance by overseeing issue tracking and escalation, utilizing ServiceNow and Jira to ensure effective communication with cross-functional teams. Department of Health and Human Services Vienna, Virginia Portfolio Manager
Oct 2019 - Dec 2019
• Enhanced analytics processes by collaborating with data engineers, leading to optimized operational efficiency and improved data-driven decision-making.
• Achieved cost savings by identifying and consolidating overlapping agency contracts through strategic procurement practices.
Baltimore County Public School, Towson, Maryland
Senior Project Manager
Jan 2019 - Jun 2019
• Facilitated transparent communication and regular updates on ERP Oracle Cloud, HR, and Benefits projects, ensuring cross-functional teams remained informed and engaged.
• Provided daily support and insights to clients, focusing on role clarification, setting project expectations, and ensuring completion of communication and financial procedures.