Brande Sisk
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Accomplished Senior Project Manager at Veolia Environmental Services, adept in scope management and fostering client relationships. Spearheaded multimillion-dollar projects, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and team leadership, ensuring project completion within scope and budget, surpassing client expectations.
Talented Senior Project Manager with excellent client oversight and issue resolution talents. Highly effective overseeing multiple tasks and employees at once. Dedicated to detail-oriented leadership and goal-oriented planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
01.2022 - Current
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Managed budgets exceeding $1 million while effectively controlling costs through diligent financial oversight.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams in successful completion of multimillion-dollar projects, ensuring they met all scope, time, and budget requirements.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Project Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
Technical Support Representative
Veolia Environmental Services
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Established strong relationships with clients by promptly addressing their concerns related to service levels or operational issues.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental health and safety.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns and providing opportunities for professional development.
- Enhanced employee safety through regular training sessions on hazardous material handling and disposal procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members, providing constructive feedback to help them grow professionally and achieve their goals.
- Organized team meetings to discuss goals, progress updates, challenges faced during projects or tasks assigned.
- Managed budgets effectively while ensuring adequate allocation of resources towards essential tasks.
Logistics Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by closely monitoring order fulfillment and addressing issues promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
- Meticulously tracked shipments from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Efficiently managed budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources towards critical projects while minimizing unnecessary expenditures.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, leading to improved pricing and service levels.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, resulting in significant cost savings for the organization without compromising service quality.
- Established contingency plans for potential disruptions in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen circumstances.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives in logistics department, fostering culture of innovation and efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Rialto, CASkills
- Scope Management
- Client Relationship Management
- KPI Tracking
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Supervised multi-functional team of 9 staff members.
- Earned the Award in Presidents Call to Excellence in 2019.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
10.2021 - 12.2022
Technical Support Representative
Veolia Environmental Services
03.2020 - 03.2021
Logistics Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
11.2018 - 02.2020
- CPR/AED Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
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