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Christina Carchedi

Christina Carchedi

Weeki Wachee,Florida

Summary

Seasoned IT Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in project management and as a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM). Led multi-functional project teams in full system software development and implementation within high-tech environments. Expertise in overseeing diverse teams of developers, analysts, and Quality Assurance (QA) professionals. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities, adept at adapting to changing company, customer, and project demands.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior IT Project Manager

White Collar Technologies
08.2021 - Current
  • Led IT Project Management activities for the implementation of MS Dynamics GP Upgrade and validated environment in MS Azure. Also managed the implementation of Veeva Vault Regulatory Information Management System and Veeva Vault Clinical Trial Management System & Payments.
  • Facilitated communication among team members to solve complex technical challenges efficiently and effectively.
  • Delivered reliable solutions by overseeing software design, development, testing, implementation, and support phases of IT projects.
  • Oversaw and facilitated the implementation of a technical project upgrade by working closely with vendor and developers to achieve seamless integration.
  • Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues impacting project deadlines or budgets.
  • Established clear goals, timeframes, and markers of success through project management roadmap.
  • Drove vendor negotiation processes resulting in reduced costs and maintained exceptional service standards.
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of project documentation through meticulous writing, updating, and maintenance.
  • Formulated and implemented test plans to validate the correctness of IT projects.
  • Produced comprehensive reports on the development and success of IT projects.

Scrum Master/Project Manager

Nationwide Title Clearing
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • In charge of requirements development, management, and SCRUM activities in relation to the successful implementation of the Ocular Character Recognition (OCR) system.
  • Improved team efficiency by implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management.
  • Collaborated with Product Owners to refine and align requirements with business goals.
  • Facilitated effective communication across the team by conducting daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and sprint reviews.
  • Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
  • Promoted a healthy work environment by resolving conflicts and facilitating effective communication between team members.
  • Managed work and project responsibilities by efficiently assigning tasks to internal individuals and external teams.
  • Acted as the main point of contact for the engineering team to streamline task understanding, acquire necessary assets or requirements, and handle project alterations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through the facilitation of sprint retrospective meetings and implementation of valuable feedback.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete IT projects.
  • Performed quality assurance checks to validate the accuracy of data in IT projects.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Communicated detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive leaders.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to confirm deliverable quality and conformance with specifications for client submission.

Scrum Master/Project Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton (Formerly Aquilent, Inc.)
10.2014 - 03.2019
  • Led project management and SCRUM activities as they related to customizing the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Web Content Management System (WCMS) hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) using open-source content management framework Drupal.


IT Project Manager/Senior Business Analyst

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
03.2010 - 01.2014
  • Ensured an effective interface between business community and IT organization, enabling seamless implementation of technical solutions based on user needs.
  • Managed end-to-end software lifecycle - from system design to deployment - ensuring dependable outcomes for IT projects.
  • Established and nurtured collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, fostering trust and enhancing collaboration on upcoming ventures.
  • Facilitated communication among team members to solve complex technical challenges efficiently and effectively.
  • Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues impacting project deadlines or budgets.
  • Established clear goals, timeframes, and markers of success through project management roadmap.
  • Conducted analysis of business partner operations to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential areas for automation.
  • Translated high-level business requirements into functional specifications for the IT organization.
  • Designed, constructed, and managed project SharePoint sites along with their associated documentation and communication.
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of project documentation through meticulous writing, updating, and maintenance.
  • Managed and monitored project milestones for prompt completion.
  • Formulated and implemented test plans to validate the correctness of IT projects.
  • Produced comprehensive reports on the development and success of IT projects.

Senior Software Test Engineer/End-to-End Test Lead – Enterprise Release Management

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
01.2006 - 03.2010
  • Managed a cross-functional team as the End-to-End Test Lead, focusing on test scheduling, tracking team progress, and facilitating clear communication.
  • Provided technical support, leveraging expertise in complex technology to troubleshoot issues and assist with new project development.
  • Reduced time-to-market through efficient risk-based testing strategies that focused on critical functionalities for optimal outcomes.
  • Streamlined communication to enhance collaboration and continuous improvement between QA and development teams.
  • Oversaw the resolution of bugs by conducting tests on fixes and offering QA perspective to support developers in overcoming obstacles.
  • Successfully provided functional support and training assistance to multiple users while also ensuring the documentation of data production; implemented standard communication practices for offsite/offshore developers.
  • Increased product reliability through meticulous bug tracking, identification, documentation, and reporting.
  • Established organized system of documenting test cases and results analysis reports, facilitating efficient reference during troubleshooting or enhancement phases.
  • Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to offer timely and valuable input.

Senior Special Project Analyst – Operations, Development, Support, & Planning

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Created detailed production software and client application test plans, encompassing requirements, data validation, and acceptance testing.
  • Performed thorough reviews on design documents and technical specifications to guarantee their compliance with business goals. Ensured the completion of testing documents and accurate interpretation of business/operations requirements.
  • Collaboratively worked with cross-functional teams to integrate project components seamlessly.
  • Facilitated collaborative problem-solving sessions, enabling the timely resolution of issues that impacted project success.


Senior Testing & Treatment Plan Specialist – Sampling

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
03.2004 - 01.2006
  • Ensured effective collaboration between IT, operations, and the sampling department for seamless testing processes.
  • Streamlined the plan creation process, resulting in faster turnaround times and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination during plan implementation.

Sample Performance Reporting Specialist – Sampling

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
12.2000 - 03.2004
  • Played a vital role in ensuring the delivery of comprehensive sample performance data to internal departments, sales staff, and executives.
  • Assisted in the development of new reporting tools, contributing to an enhanced suite of capabilities for endusers.
  • Performed ad-hoc analysis as needed, supporting various departments with their specific reporting needs.

Education

Advanced Project Management, Project Management Skills For Success, Project Risk Management, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Business Analysis, Technical Writing, Developing SQL Queries For Oracle Databases, SharePoint Administration -

Learning Tree International

Information Technology & Information Systems -

University of Phoenix

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Risk Management
  • Agile Methodology
  • Software Development Lifecycle
  • Change Control Processes
  • Functional & Business Requirements
  • Test Plans and Test Methodologies
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork and Positive Attitude

Security Clearance

DHS Public Trust, 2015

Certification

Certified Scrum Master - SCRUMstudy - 2015-Present

Timeline

Senior IT Project Manager

White Collar Technologies
08.2021 - Current

Scrum Master/Project Manager

Nationwide Title Clearing
12.2020 - 08.2021

Scrum Master/Project Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton (Formerly Aquilent, Inc.)
10.2014 - 03.2019

IT Project Manager/Senior Business Analyst

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
03.2010 - 01.2014

Senior Software Test Engineer/End-to-End Test Lead – Enterprise Release Management

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
01.2006 - 03.2010

Senior Testing & Treatment Plan Specialist – Sampling

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
03.2004 - 01.2006

Senior Special Project Analyst – Operations, Development, Support, & Planning

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
01.2004 - 01.2006

Sample Performance Reporting Specialist – Sampling

Nielsen (Formerly Arbitron, Inc.)
12.2000 - 03.2004

Advanced Project Management, Project Management Skills For Success, Project Risk Management, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Business Analysis, Technical Writing, Developing SQL Queries For Oracle Databases, SharePoint Administration -

Learning Tree International

Information Technology & Information Systems -

University of Phoenix

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