Amber Brandimore
Kaneohe,USA
Summary
Program management professional with history of driving projects to successful completion. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in risk management and resource allocation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
10.2020 - Current
- Lead Program Manager (ARCTICS Contract)
- Led cross-functional teams to define comprehensive requirements for the Alaska Range Combat Training Integrated Communications and Support (ARCTICS) program, resulting in a successful solicitation and proposal evaluation that strengthens INDOPACOM training capabilities in the Alaska Range
- Managed multiple concurrent short- and long-term acquisition efforts totaling over $400M to ensure continued operations and sustainment services for the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC)
- Safeguarded JPARC operations by spearheading a $50M interim acquisition for sustainment services, effectively mitigating schedule and performance risks and ensuring uninterrupted mission readiness during a competitive acquisition process
- Drove strategic sourcing initiatives by consolidating JPARC requirements into a single contract vehicle under the 8(a) program, enabling a seamless transition to a new vendor while preventing service gaps and saving time and resources
- Facilitated the development of a comprehensive acquisition strategy for JPARC, securing approval from Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) and the Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Presented program updates and briefings to senior leadership, including the PACAF Deputy Commander, General Officers, and Senior Executive Service members
Program Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Lead Contract Manager
- Independently mastered contracting policies, regulations, and guidance during a lapse in contracting officer support, ensuring continuity of operations
- Collaborated with contractor program management and contracting leadership to establish and implement strategic plans within the contract, effectively preventing work stoppages and delays
- Analyzed the contractor's Final Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) Price Determination proposal at the end of each option year, accurately identifying the government's share of the contractor's overrun
- Lead Contract Execution Program Manager
- Redefined branch roles and responsibilities in response to staffing reductions, achieving a 100% on-time contract award rate for all operational requirements
- Successfully integrated Operations & Maintenance (OM&S) contractors and support contractors with government functional leads into high-performing project teams, leading to systemic improvements in scope definition and programmatic and technical contract documents
- Provided leadership, guidance, and on-the-job training to junior military program managers, empowering them to confidently take on challenging assignments
- Oversaw a team that awarded 25 contract modifications and projects valued at $56M
- Skillfully managed the team to achieve 100% on-time completion of schedule milestones, breaking a multi-year pattern of end-of-year budget constraints and potential funding shortfalls
- Effectively collaborated on program management issues with numerous agencies and organizations, including Space Force, operational communities, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), US Navy, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, and the UK Ministry of Defense
Financial Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Served as the Lead Financial Program Manager for all Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN) contracts, leveraging comprehensive knowledge of the Federal budget process to address budget and financial challenges
- Created and maintained accurate and up-to-date Contract Cost and Authorization Reconciliation (CCAR) records
- Controlled, tracked, and analyzed contractor financial deliverables, including Contract Funds Status Reports (CFSR) and Contract Status Reports (CSR), enabling the program office to proactively identify funding needs and prevent sustainment delays
- Tracked local purchases for all AFSCN Ground Stations (GSUs) worldwide
- Supported briefings to defend program direction and justify funding requirements
- Provided Program Objective Memorandum (POM) and Cost Analysis and Force Development Exhibit (CAFDEX) inputs to the Portfolio Manager, accurately analyzing and forecasting fiscal year (FY) funding requirements
Lead Contract Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Served as the Lead Acquisition Program Manager, responsible for planning, managing, implementing, and coordinating AFSCN acquisitions and modifications
- Revamped the acquisition package development and stakeholder coordination process, resulting in more comprehensive packages delivered to the Contracting Officer and a more expedient RFP release process
- Orchestrated and routed over 70 RFP packages valued at approximately $120M
- Led technical evaluation activities to expedite the contract award and implementation process
- Improved communication and collaboration between the operations organization and the contracting office by implementing early and frequent communication synchronization meetings, resulting in improved information sharing, understanding of requests, and faster completion of contract actions
- Recognized by General Officer leadership as a 'PM Extraordinaire' and selected to instruct other program managers on proper technical evaluation and government estimate procedures
Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Program Manager (SE&I Contract)
- Managed the quality program for Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) contract, including coordination of the Contractor Performance Assessment Report (CPAR)
- Coordinated activities between three program offices utilizing the SE&I contract
- Prioritized and de-conflicted the award schedule for special studies and projects across multiple organizations
- Program Manager for Contract Transition (CAMMO Contract)
- Successfully spearheaded a $446M contract transition for the Consolidated AFSCN Modifications, Maintenance, and Operations (CAMMO) contract, developing and executing a comprehensive plan to ensure a smooth transition for the government
- Ensured continuity of operations between contractors, subcontractors, and the government throughout the transition process
- Created, documented, and delivered training on innovative contract processes to streamline interactions between all stakeholders
- Provided weekly briefings to senior leadership on the status of the contract transition
- Served as a key presenter at the AFSCN Users Conference, educating stakeholders on the newly awarded contracts
- Program Manager (A&AS Contract)
- Scheduled and facilitated monthly synchronization meetings with organizational supervisors and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment and driving mission success for the Architecture & Analysis Support (A&AS) contract
- Developed a comprehensive travel spend plan for all A&AS contractors within the organization
- Served as the primary architect of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the A&AS source selection
- Program Manager (Charter Management)
- Served as a key contributor to the development of the CAMMO Management Plan, the AFSCN Enterprise IPT Charter, and the Planning Board (APB) Charter
- Effectively utilized stakeholder engagement techniques to secure buy-in for the CAMMO and AFSCN programs, as well as the Material Improvement Project Review Board (MIPRB) Charter, resulting in improved government-contractor collaboration
- Meticulously managed and adjudicated stakeholder comments for all CAMMO and AFSCN plans and charters, including the Enterprise IPT, APB, and MIPRB, ensuring all perspectives were considered and incorporated
- Demonstrated exceptional administrative skills by authoring and coordinating documentation, including plans, overviews, summaries, recommendations, and Staff Summary Sheets (SSS), for all CAMMO and AFSCN plans and charters, driving the government's internal decision-making processes to meet critical timelines and key decision points
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO12-2014
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Project coordination
- MS office applications
- Critical thinking
- Data collection & research
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of the Alaska Combat Training Range contract, enabling Red Flag Alaska Military Exercises.
- Documented and resolved inefficient civilian hiring process which led to a 40% reduction in time to complete hiring actions.
Timeline
Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
10.2020 - Current
Program Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 10.2020
Financial Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 10.2020
Lead Contract Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
09.2018 - 08.2019
Acquisition Program Manager
Department of Defense
08.2015 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Engineering Management
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Colorado At Boulder
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