Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software & Tools
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Alia McAfee, MPA, PMP

Chicago,IL

Summary

As a seasoned Senior Project Manager with eight years of experience, I embody an analytical, energetic, and results-driven approach. My leadership style is characterized by confidence and focus, aimed at cultivating the talents of each team member while ensuring accountability for timely task completion. With a proven track record of successful project management, I consistently surpass expectations by delivering results of the highest quality. Whether collaborating with a team or working independently, I consistently strive to meet and exceed established standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

VTS Inc.
06.2021 - Current

Promoted to positions of increasing authority and responsibility by spearheading transformative initiatives and delivering exceptional project outcomes across a diverse portfolio of project size, budget, and complexities.

  • Developed and managed detailed project plans, outlining objectives, milestones, resources, dependencies and deliverables.
  • Defined key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and health of projects.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by proactively examining and enhancing processes and methodologies.
  • Identified project risks and developed risk management plans to adjust execution and avoid negative consequences.
  • Led and motivated cross-functional teams to ensure key milestones and associated goals were successfully met.
  • Managed projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, meeting budgetary demands and maintenance of overall project ownership.
  • Spearheaded communication amongst internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely execution.
  • Collaborated closely with departmental heads and C-Suite executive leadership to strategically align projects and initiatives to company objectives or outcomes.

Regional Manager of Operations

Ciox Health
08.2014 - 09.2020

Promoted twice during my tenure at Ciox Health by creating environments that maximized efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

  • Orchestrated and guided a high-performing team of 30+ associates, fostering collaboration and achieving a 25% increase in productivity through streamlined workflows and targeted training initiatives.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
  • Constructed and managed budgets exceeding $5M; implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing expenses by 20% while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Established and nurtured relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring prompt issue resolution and maintaining a service quality rating of 4.8 out of 5, leading to increased customer loyalty and repeated business.

Education

Master of Public Administration -

Keller Graduate School of Management
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Arts -

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Skills

  • Advanced Problem Solving
  • Agile & Scrum Methodologies
  • Business Management
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Cost & Budget Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Forecast Planning
  • KPI Tracking
  • Quality Control
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Risk Management & Mitigation

Software & Tools

  • Asana
  • Baton
  • Confluence
  • Gainsight
  • Google Suite
  • Jira
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Power BI
  • Salesforce
  • Slack
  • Smartsheet
  • Tableau
  • Trello
  • Zoho

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) December 2023

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

VTS Inc.
06.2021 - Current

Regional Manager of Operations

Ciox Health
08.2014 - 09.2020

Master of Public Administration -

Keller Graduate School of Management

Bachelor of Arts -

Illinois State University
Alia McAfee, MPA, PMP