~ Solutions-focused, performance-driven Senior Project Manager eager to contribute dynamic strategic business analysis, program management, and process enhancement talents toward supporting employer operations. ~

 

 

         Possess international project management experience with proficiency in leveraging state-of-the-art technologies such as Microsoft Project Server, Project Portfolio Server and SharePoint Services to expedite programs and projects to clients.

         Excel in gathering, interpreting and addressing complex business and technical requirements.

         Proven success in overseeing highly complex projects and programs requiring expertise in change management, organizational assessments, quality assurance, and ROI optimization.

         Outstanding capabilities in flawlessly navigating the SDLC and project management life cycle.

         Adept at directing broad business activities spanning budget analysis, best practices, continuous improvement, cost control, and team direction/leadership.

         Meticulous and focused problem solver with a solid reputation for integrity, relationship-building skills, presentation skills, and commitment to quality control and customer satisfaction.

         Organizer of NYC Project, Program and Portfolio Management Group.

 

 

Pcubed (Project Planning Professionals Inc.), 2007 to Present

Senior Consultant

Key Projects & Clients:

Deutsche Bank

         Drove new process implementation for Enterprise Project Portfolio Management system designed to streamline investment banking division via Microsoft Project Portfolio Server.

         Effectively configured governance portfolio processes, managed custom reporting development, and provided production and system implementation maintenance.

         Seamlessly integrated solution with financial applications to successfully align 2009/2010 planning cycles.

         Enhanced investment activities and project performance via Portfolio Optimization module.

 

NYC Department of Education, NYC Housing Authority, UNICEF

         Proficiently built transparent program management framework and fostered a collaborative and cohesive work environment to support multiple work streams.

         Oversaw setup of PMO for multimillion dollar program and applied keen organizational strengths toward implementing Microsoft Project Server, and providing in-depth support and training.

         Improved stakeholders buy-in, communication, risk/issue management, and reporting cycles by achieving exceptional global transparency of business processes.

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

MTV Networks (www.ComedyCentral.com)

         Spearheaded new media product development for www.thedailyshow.com, www.comics.com, www.dilbert.com and South Park s new season web site.

         Effectively partnered with creative personnel and technical management to ensure strict adherence to budget and timeline parameters.

 

Broadband Maritime, 2006 to 2007

Senior Project Manager

• Played a lead role in identifying, processing and translating business requirements for satellite operation applications.
• Devised comprehensive project plans and utilized Microsoft Project to conduct schedule and cost variance analysis and tracking.
• Pioneered role-based security model for company, and held accountability for moving website, web-based applications and desktop tools to new model.
• Demonstrated sharp attention to detail in conducting quality assurance and administering bug tracking system.

 

Altoros Systems LLC, 2004 to 2006

Project Manager

• Scrutinized business cases and project feasibility for web-based initiative, and exhibited strong leadership talents in directing application development and integration throughout multiple release phases.

• Steered full-scope project management for high-tech client inclusive of requirements clarification, project plan development, status reporting, scheduling, tracking, quality assurance, and documentation; proactively teamed with project members to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

         Championed development of Java-based intranet project, expeditiously coordinating efforts among team members and employing Project Management methodologies and cutting-edge technologies to exceed customer expectations.

         Resourcefully planned, designed and developed web-based applications for generating sales leads vital to expanding customer base for technology client.

 

Prior background includes role as Account Manager with Saatchi & Saatchi, 2003 to 2005.

 

 

MS in Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering, Belarusian-Russian State University

 

PMP and Project Management for Information Systems, NYU, NY

 

Microsoft Certified Professional Project Server 2007

 

Quality Assurance, Testing and Analysis, SAM Consulting Center, NY

 

 

Microsoft Project Portfolio Server, Microsoft Project Pro 2003/2007, Microsoft Project Server 2003/2007, SQL 2005, SSRS, UNIX, Automation Mercury suite (Quality Center, QTP, WinRunner), MySQL, HTML, Visio, Windows 95-2000/XP/ME, C++, VBA, Delphi, AutoCAD 2000.