Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to meet objectives and boost rapport.
Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.
Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
Associate Vice President, Delivery Lead, Project Manager, Service Manager, Project Leader, Team Leader, Test Manager, BA & Senior Developer at Mphasis LtdAssociate Vice President, Delivery Lead, Project Manager, Service Manager, Project Leader, Team Leader, Test Manager, BA & Senior Developer at Mphasis Ltd
Deputy Project Manager, Project Management Support, Document Manager, Software Quality Assurance Lead, Senior Program IT Analyst at By Light Professional IT ServicesDeputy Project Manager, Project Management Support, Document Manager, Software Quality Assurance Lead, Senior Program IT Analyst at By Light Professional IT Services