Amanda M. Goodon
Kennewick
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with extensive experience coordinating complex government programs in regulated, high-risk, and international environments. Skilled in managing project budgets, working with cross-functional technical teams, and overseeing contracts in alignment with Department of Energy (DOE) objectives. Proven ability to mitigate risks related to safety, security, and political challenges while ensuring timely and effective delivery of program goals. Adept at fostering sponsor and stakeholder relationships, strategic planning, and implementing solutions in collaboration with global partners. Recognized for leadership in navigating logistical and operational challenges in international and multi-agency collaborations.
Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager II - Line Manager
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Richland, WA
04.2021 - Current
- Manage multiple DOE projects involving cross-functional teams, with accountability for scope, budget, schedule, resource allocation, and project deliverables in alignment with DOE objectives.
- Collaborate with technical subject matter experts (SMEs), DOE sponsors, international partners, and interagency stakeholders to execute complex projects on time and within budget.
- Develop and implement risk identification and mitigation strategies to address political, operational, and technical challenges, ensuring successful project execution in high-risk environments.
- Oversee deployment, maintenance, and lifecycle sustainment efforts for radiation detection equipment across multiple countries, ensuring operational readiness and alignment with long-term sponsor priorities.
- Manage high-dollar procurements, including logistics coordination, equipment installation, deployment, decommissioning, and logistical planning, while maintaining cost control and schedule adherence.
- Lead international project coordination and foster relationships with foreign partners, including contract development and execution, to ensure successful outcomes in politically sensitive and operationally challenging settings.
- Serve as the Technical Oversight Representative (TOR) for contracts involving logistics, equipment maintenance, and operational planning in high-risk, politically sensitive locations, including Ukraine. Facilitate the implementation of complex technical solutions under challenging conditions, such as post-conflict regions, while addressing security, safety, and logistical risks. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, developing basis-of-estimate documentation, and collaborating with project controls teams, contract personnel, and sponsors to ensure efficient contract execution.
- Deliver training programs and evaluate instructional quality for international audiences, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and technical standards.
- Line Manager
- Provide management, leadership, and mentorship to a diverse staff of employees ranging from interns to tenured PhDs.
- Collaborate closely with functional area managers to allocate resources effectively and ensure staff are fully scoped and supported in their work.
- Oversee employee performance, conduct regular evaluations, address HR-related matters such as conduct, recognition, and corrective actions in partnership with HR and leadership.
- Foster continuous growth through mentorship, professional development planning, and succession strategies aligned with program needs.
- Act as a delegate for the Group Leader as needed.
- Contribute to PNNL’s Emergency Preparedness program by assisting with drills and response exercises at 325 Radiochemical Processing Laboratory (RPL) and has conducted their annual DOE programmatic assessment to ensure operational readiness, compliance, and alignment with DOE standards.
- Office of Radiological Security (ORS) Training Program Lead (former - position discontinued due to budget cuts)
- Provide strategic leadership, mentorship, and oversight to ORS Training Program personnel, managing key projects such as training initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and DOE complex-wide activities.
- Direct work planning and resource allocation by coordinating with diverse stakeholders, such as DOE Headquarters, lab leadership, and program sponsors, to align training initiatives with mission-critical objectives.
- Develop and implement processes, plans, and procedures to ensure compliance with DOE policies and enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
- Partner with DOE stakeholders and international collaborators to address evolving sponsor priorities, design tailored training initiatives and facilitate effective cross-program integration.
- Oversee training program budgets, monitor funding use, track metrics, and generate actionable insights through comprehensive reporting to sponsors and senior leadership.
- Coordinate the delivery of instructional programs to domestic and international audiences, ranging from technical partners to high-level sponsors, while engaging Regional Project Managers to evaluate partner country needs, prioritize initiatives, and design tailored programs that align with ORS mission objectives.
- Champion collaborative problem-solving across cross-functional teams to address stakeholder needs, meet project timelines, and continuously improve training capabilities on a global scale.
- Serve as the Technical Oversight Representative (TOR) for contracts involving logistics, equipment, maintenance, translations, and other critical services, including a large Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the ORS program. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, developing basis-of-estimate documentation, and coordinating contract personnel, project controls teams, and stakeholders to ensure effective execution.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans detailing timelines, resources, and milestones for stakeholder alignment.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify potential project obstacles and mitigate issues.
- Facilitated regular status meetings to communicate project progress and foster collaboration among team members.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure compliance with service level agreements and quality standards.
- Streamlined project workflows by introducing Agile methodologies, enhancing team efficiency and responsiveness.
- Mentored junior project managers, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Analyzed project performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple projects.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Senior Emergency Preparedness Specialist
Mission Support Alliance/Hanford Mission Integration Solutions
Richland, WA
08.2016 - 04.2021
- Served as SME for DOE, providing oversight of Hanford Site hazardous facility operations during off normal and emergency events, including classifying authority responsibilities for Building Emergency Director vacancies.
- Acted as SME for the hazardous waste transportation emergency preparedness program (TEPP), ensuring compliance with DOE directives and regulatory requirements for safe handling and transport of hazardous materials across the Hanford Site.
- Led the Hanford Site exercises and projects, creating realistic response scenarios grounded in rad/nuc principles, contamination protocols, turnback values, and facility procedures.
- Conducted programmatic assessments on behalf of DOE to evaluate effectiveness, identify operational risks, and recommend improvements, collaborating with senior leadership, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
- Constructed the site’s five-year training schedule for emergency preparedness activities, ensuring compliance with DOE directives while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partnered with facility managers and technical SMEs to assess operational readiness, identify vulnerabilities, and implement solutions to enhance safety and compliance.
- Evaluated site emergency responders on readiness capabilities to include facility staff and Hanford Patrol Operations Center officers.
Assigned Lead Supervisor
Southeast Communications Center (SECOMM)
01.2009 - 08.2016
- Supervised emergency communications personnel to maintain 24/7 operational readiness and seamless dispatch coordination.
- Actively engaged in all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including interviewing, recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention efforts to support a skilled and cohesive workforce.
- Supported vital response systems such as computer-aided dispatch (CAD) while ensuring compliance with public safety standards.
- Delivered team resilience through Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) activities, enabling personnel to remain effective after high-pressure events.
- Contributed to a culture of accountability, procedural rigor, and continuous improvement through proactive leadership and coordination with cross-functional and cross-agency teams.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue Global University
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
Accomplishments
successfully oversaw completion of hundreds of high-level technical and capital projects internationally with high-level foreign government officials
Affiliations
project management institute - pmp
certified emergency manager
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) | Project Management Institute
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) | IAEM
- Active Q Clearance
Timeline
Project Manager II - Line Manager
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
04.2021 - Current
Senior Emergency Preparedness Specialist
Mission Support Alliance/Hanford Mission Integration Solutions
08.2016 - 04.2021
Assigned Lead Supervisor
Southeast Communications Center (SECOMM)
01.2009 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue Global University
Master of Science - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Education | Certifications | Accolades
PNNL Overall Core Value Award Winner | View on LinkedIn, Recognized by DOE for Emergency Response Expertise | DOE Article