Courtney Becker
Batavia,IL
Summary
Dynamic Project Management Leader with over 7 years of experience in establishing and guiding Project Management Offices (PMO) in collaboration with Human Resources. Expertise in developing scalable PMO frameworks that drive critical HR initiatives, including HR technology implementation, talent management, learning and development, and onboarding processes. As a certified Change Management Professional, adept at partnering with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to ensure HR projects deliver measurable value and align with business growth objectives. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic alignment within organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager PMO
ALDI
Batavia, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Developing a standardized Global Project Management Training program for all ALDI PMs (including US, AU, DE, AT, GB, IE) to ensure consistent PM methodologies, templates and best practices are being implemented globally.
- Collaborated with department leads to develop comprehensive project management templates and processes, ensuring project scope aligns with strategic goals and providing ongoing visibility into project status.
- Lead a team of 4 coordinators to manage 70+ projects, facilitating regular PM engagement to uphold a 95% compliance rate for PMO standards.
- Created tailored training resources for project management, ensuring effective learning for more than 1,000 participants across U.S. ALDI operations.
- Initiated and developed the first Project Management Center of Excellence to streamline communication changes and align PMO expectations, serving 598 members since 2023.
Project Manager
ALDI
Batavia, IL
02.2018 - 04.2025
- Spearheaded HR technology projects, including the corporate-wide MyHR integration rollout; trained teams on the new system and implemented process improvements that reduced data errors and missing information by 20%.
- Implemented strategic process improvements for a state mandated certification program to enhance efficiency, resulting in a 66% reduction of overdue certifications and an increase in over all completion rates by 59% in four months.
- Defined and implemented new tracking processes, resulting in a 29% increase in completion of ALDI management system training program during first quarter.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of third-party training vendor program, leading to strategic improvements and annual savings surpassing $43,000.
- Established structured project plans incorporating clear milestones and budget constraints, enabling a cross-functional team to execute a $140M project effectively across 2,600 retail locations Nationwide.
Project Management Team Lead
CareerBuilder
Chicago, IL
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Founded and structured CareerBuilder's inaugural Project Management Office, developing foundational processes, templates, SLAs, SOWs, and reporting frameworks.
- Supervised a team of six project managers responsible for a portfolio of 571 accounts achieving a 57% increase in company revenue within the first year.
- Enhanced project efficiency by achieving a 39% reduction in average timelines through strategic process improvements in project management.
- Facilitated weekly discussions with the CEO and CFO to ensure alignment of project goals with company strategy.
Project Manager, SaaS
CareerBuilder
Chicago, IL
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Coordinated execution of various complex SaaS projects, effectively handling contracts valued between $100K and multi-million dollars.
- Oversaw project execution by coordinating efforts across multiple teams to meet established deadlines and deliverables.
- Designed thorough project plans to effectively outline project scope, optimize resource utilization, and coordinate schedules.
- Conducted analysis of project performance metrics to drive improvements and streamline processes.
HR Assistant
United Service Companies, Inc.
Chicago, IL
07.2011 - 10.2013
- Executed recruitment strategies by overseeing job postings, developing advertising materials, pre-screening candidates, and conducting interviews.
IAD Project Manager – US Aviation
United Service Companies, Inc.
Chantilly, VA
02.2013 - 06.2013
- Executed strategic HR project for new site launch, managing staffing and onboarding processes for 400+ employees in compliance with rigorous airport security standards.
- Created and delivered a complete onboarding and orientation program to facilitate effective integration of new managers and employees.
Skills
- HR Project & Program Management
- PMO Design & Implementation
- Change Management
- HRIS & HR Technology
- Talent Development & Onboarding
- Organizational Development
- Stakeholder & C-Suite Communication
- Process Improvement & Optimization
- Risk Mitigation & Management
- Project Lifecycle Management
Certification
- Certified Change Management Professional | Acuity Institute | 2021
- Instructional Design Certified | Association for Talent Development (ATD) | 2018
- Project Management Certified | DePaul University | 2014
- Bachelor of Science in Business | Eastern Illinois University | 2007
Timeline
Manager PMO
ALDI
05.2023 - Current
Project Manager
ALDI
02.2018 - 04.2025
Project Management Team Lead
CareerBuilder
09.2016 - 02.2017
Project Manager, SaaS
CareerBuilder
10.2013 - 09.2016
IAD Project Manager – US Aviation
United Service Companies, Inc.
02.2013 - 06.2013
HR Assistant
United Service Companies, Inc.
07.2011 - 10.2013