project management leader and manager

 

innovative project management consultant as well as decisive and result-focused team leader with numerous years of outstanding project planning, execution, monitoring and resource balancing skills.  possesses the ability to support multiple simultaneous projects in a matrix-organizational structure.  key strengths in design, development and implementation.  a focused, self-motivated team member who takes pride in solving complex problems and delivering user-friendly solutions. 

 

organizational planning   project feasibility assessments   human capital development

strategic planning   negotiations expertise   conflict management

• cross-functional team leadership   labor control & manpower allocation   change management facilitation

 

ø  strong technical background with the ability to work independently on multiple projects with specialized knowledge of project management, team leadership and management, strong analytical and decision making skills, strategic and tactical planning and development, communication protocols, problem resolution and proactive methods, as well as fiscal management of multiple facets of operations.

ø  competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

ø  consistently recognized for outstanding contributions; consistently completed projects ahead of schedules while meeting budget constraints and quality assurance models.  

ø  excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

ø  consistently focus on ensuring development of efficiency best-practices. 

ø  proven ability to adapt and develop necessary skills to diverse organization needs.

ø  technology savvy and proficient in multiple software platforms and applications.

 

ø  analyze, model and re-engineer various complex processes.  

ø  learn and absorb new topics and information in a short period of time.  

ø  redesign existing operating procedures by analyzing and identifying areas for improvement.

ø  approach problems from a reductionist standpoint and breaks down to find solutions.

ø  manage and direct diverse teams in a cross-functional manner to ensure information sharing and resource collaboration. 

ø  demonstrate dynamic leadership qualities and strong communication skills in successfully steering financial planning meetings and delivering comprehensive strategies.

 

ø  capable of overseeing and managing medium to large projects including: communication implementation, infrastructure, case management systems, and online web applications by providing direction and coaching to project managers including training in pmo and project management methodologies.

ø  effectively manage and support staff relevant to specific projects in order to complete assignments on time and on budget.

ø  ensure delivery of superior customer service and high client satisfaction levels by diligently tracking concerns and presenting issues at routine planning meetings for prompt resolution.

ø  regularly schedule reviews and tracks progress of particular projects.

ø  possess an extensive knowledge of fiduciary practices, policies, and regulations and can apply this knowledge in terms of budgets, forecasting and projections, as well as feasibility analyses. 

ø  provide project leadership in order to achieve maximum production, including budget control, production timetable, status reporting, client/project team coordination, and quality assurance. 

 

 

 

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pmo consultant/manager, san joaquin county                                                                  2008-present

 

  primary responsibilities include: comprehensive oversight, supervision and development of programs designed to increase project management delivery as well as formulation of communication protocols.

  implement project portfolio management in order to meet all relevant organizational benchmarks.

  managed 14 direct reports and 33 indirect reports from multi-disciplinary backgrounds.

  plan, communicate, and manage pmo project budgets and project plans.

  sustain resource commitments and stakeholder support by utilizing different communication methods.

  create and formalize project cycle process, analyzed project plans, project risk, resource allocation, budget, and cost constraints.

  facilitate key strategy and planning meetings as needed.

                                                                                          

design engineer, sacramento municipal utility district                                                               2003-2008

 

  primary responsibilities included: development of comprehensive training programs for projects that led to significant and systemic efficiency and production improvements.

  worked closely with training groups and collaborated with training managers in developing lesson plans for product lines.  

  tasked with managing projects that were in jeopardy and through a series of corrective action plans reinvigorated several projects and re-established viability.

 

analyst, lsce (engineering firm)                                                                                              2002-2003

 

  primary responsibilities included: formulated performance targets using longitudinal statistical data from past projects, which aided in boosting overall revenue and reduced timeframe of each project.

  developed charts and graphs that displayed detailed key performance indices as well as historical trends utilized for viability and feasibility analyses.

  provided assessments and advised on long term and short terms planning strategies based on informational data. 

 

logistic analyst, nike, inc.                                                                                                         1999-2000

 

  primary responsibilities included: spearheaded and facilitated quarterly reviews with the logistics manager and airborne express operation management team.

  evaluated systemic errors and design flaws, devised and proposed solutions, and analyzed cost data for budgetary considerations.  

  provided recommendations and guidance to key stake holders and collaborated with relevant parties to take appropriate action based on quantifiable data and metrics.  

  interacted extensively with third party logistics providers regarding product delivery compliance.

 

 

n master of public administration (currently pursuing), penn state university

n bachelors degree c organizational leadership, penn state university

n certification - pmp, penn state university

n specialized training c applied project management, conducting feasibility studies, project estimating & scheduling, risk management

 

 

 

 

 

 

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dear recipeint name:

recent research into company name prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   based on my knowledge of this company, i am very interested in interviewing for state position you are seeking.  my professional training involves project management support and leadership, operational efficiency and production increases as well as human capital development and growth strategies designed to motivate teams.   i am particularly skilled at problem management and analysis, making viability and feasibility recommendations, working with extreme precision, and ensuring that productivity and best practices are implemented to increase overall efficiency of the operation.

 i am accustomed to integrating into various cultures and environments and am experienced at working and collaborating with others.  i bring to the table several years of academic training as well as a diverse professional background.   additionally, i am an exceptionally hard worker and consider myself a strong team player.  my enthusiasm comes from working directly with others, but i am able to work independently with great productivity if necessary.  i am skilled at streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers. 

            after your review of my resume, i hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  i plan to call you early next week. at that time, i can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  i look forward to speaking with you.

sincerely,

korrie hicks