ANTHONY WATKINS
Laurel,MD
Summary
Experienced Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Highly effective in overseeing multiple projects, tasks and employees at once. Dedicated to detail-oriented leadership and goal-oriented planning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Amtrak
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing traditional or agile methodologies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
- Evaluate success of projects throughout their duration by monitoring key performance indicators such as schedule adherence, resource utilization, budget compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
Project Manager
Apogee Group
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Responsible for organizing, directing, and coordinating execution of Task Order activities within negotiated time frames.
- Provided clear leadership, technical direction, and guidance to all task order personnel to ensure execution of Task Order deliverables in accordance with agreed upon schedule and budget.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Construction Manager
LIDL Headquarters
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Organized and facilitated complete construction processes for 7 to 8 figure developments, from planning to handover.
- Reduced construction costs through diligent budget management and effective negotiation with suppliers.
- Enhanced team performance through comprehensive training programs targeting skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated closely with contractors to ensure project objectives were executed and stakeholder's expectations were met.
- Reviewed architectural designs and provided valuable feedback for improving functionality or reducing costs without sacrificing quality.
Project Controls Analyst
Pyrovio Consulting
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided insightful data analysis for informed decision-making, enabling successful project outcomes.
- Improved overall project efficiency by proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing process improvements.
- Streamlined project tracking by implementing efficient scheduling tools and software.
- Enhanced budget forecasting accuracy through meticulous cost analysis and monitoring.
- Consistently met deadlines for multiple concurrent projects, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
Assistant Project Manager
CCS
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted in planning, scheduling, forecasting, and managing all technical tasks for assigned projects to assure milestones were achieved on time, proper resources were allocated, and quality of deliverables met expectations from start to finish.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing time-saving tools.
- Reduced project costs with effective budget management and resource allocation strategies.
Education
Masters Degree - Business Administration
Wagner College
Staten Island, NY12.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Economics
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2018
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Cost Control
- Project Scheduling
- Project Plan Development
- Risk Assessment
- Budget Management
- Process Improvement
Professional Strengths And Skills
- Positive, hard-working with a keen sense of attention to detail
- Quick learner with ability to balance multiple priorities
- Self-motivated and outgoing; works well within groups and independently
- Proven leadership ability, able to motivate others to accomplish goals
- Completed certified PMP training (exam scheduled for 01/26/2024)
- Well versed in sharepoint, costpoint, Primavera P6, bluebeam, SAP
- Experienced Microsoft office user (Excel, MS projects, Power BI, etc.)
Certification
PMP - Exam scheduled for 01/26/2024
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Amtrak
08.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Apogee Group
01.2023 - 07.2023
Construction Manager
LIDL Headquarters
09.2021 - 01.2023
Project Controls Analyst
Pyrovio Consulting
07.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Project Manager
CCS
05.2019 - 06.2020
Masters Degree - Business Administration
Wagner College
Bachelor's Degree - Economics
University of Connecticut