BENEDICTE BLANCO
Houston
Summary
Driven, detail-oriented project manager with a sharp ability to turn ideas into actionable plans. I bring over 6 years of leadership experience, blending military precision with technical project execution. Whether managing engineering builds or coordinating large-scale logistics, I'm passionate about simplifying chaos, aligning teams, and delivering results that matter. Recognized for boosting operational performance by 30%, I'm now pursuing a master's in cybersecurity to expand my capabilities in tech-driven project leadership. I am a flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing
Brask Inc.
Pearland
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed full-cycle custom heat exchanger projects, from procurement to delivery, always on time and on budget.
- Collaborated daily with engineering, purchasing, and estimating teams to stay aligned and avoid scope creep.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to enhance collaboration.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Identified bottlenecks using project data, and improved workflow efficiency by 20%.
- Maintained client relationships, ensured product quality, and responded proactively to shifting project needs.
Project & Logistics Manager
United States Army
Fort Hood
09.2019 - 09.2023
- Led multi-department logistics operations, supporting mission-critical deployments.
- Created and implemented a tracking system that cut delays and improved project visibility.
- Partnered with leadership to assess resources, coordinate teams, and optimize operations under high pressure.
- Coordinated supply chain logistics for military operations and training exercises.
- Commended by Army Command, boosted unit operational performance by 30%, and honored by a Major General for outstanding leadership and process improvement.
Education
Master's - Cybersecurity
DePaul University
03-2027
B.A. - Pre-Law
Florida National University
06-2025
A.A. - Paralegal Studies
Florida National University
01.2022
Google Project Management Certificate -
Coursera
01.2024
Skills
- Agile workflow
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Budget ownership
- Resource coordination
- Team communication
- Excel
- Trello
- Asana
- ClickUp
- Microsoft 365
- Data analysis
- Solutions-first mindset
Military Training
- Supply Chain Principles
- Warehouse Operations
- Plant Maintenance
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
Key Achievement
- Commended by Army Command: Boosted unit operational performance by 30% - honored by a Major General for outstanding leadership and process improvement.
- Graduated with 3.9 GPA | Honors
Timeline
Project Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing
Brask Inc.
10.2023 - 10.2024
Project & Logistics Manager
United States Army
09.2019 - 09.2023
Master's - Cybersecurity
DePaul University
B.A. - Pre-Law
Florida National University
A.A. - Paralegal Studies
Florida National University
Google Project Management Certificate -
Coursera
Similar Profiles
Edwin MartinezEdwin Martinez
Heat Exchangers at Brask Neela Inc.Heat Exchangers at Brask Neela Inc.
Mohammed AbdelazizMohammed Abdelaziz
Help Desk at Simsim TradeHelp Desk at Simsim Trade
SYLVEST TEKANGSYLVEST TEKANG
Kitchen/Restaurant Supervisor at WAZOBIA MARKETKitchen/Restaurant Supervisor at WAZOBIA MARKET
Stephano LaraStephano Lara
Medical Assistant at Bay Area GastroenterologyMedical Assistant at Bay Area Gastroenterology
Xiomara AlvarezXiomara Alvarez
Front Desk Associate at Insignia ManagementFront Desk Associate at Insignia Management