Courtney Tolber-Sutton
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager that combines fresh perspectives with technical expertise to develop cost-effective solutions for corporate clients. Skilled in stakeholder management, process improvement, and leading cross-functional teams to drive project success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager 2
Actalent Services
08.2023 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of 75+ telecommunications projects simultaneously, with budgets up to $2M
- Lead grid automation projects from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
- Develop and implement project management strategies to enhance efficiency and meet client objectives
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings and provide regular status updates to ensure alignment and transparency
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including P6 schedules, risk registers, and change logs
- Build relationships with telecom project team, company staff and external partners.
Assistant Project Manager
Actalent Services
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed project plans for telecommunications initiatives, consistently meeting deadlines
- Created project management tools and processes, improving overall project efficiency by 20%
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to analyze stakeholder needs and implement updated processes
- Led the development of new project standards and governance frameworks
- Managed monthly process meetings with 25+ managers, driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Authored monthly newsletter updates for 300+ stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project status and changes.
Process Chemistry Project Manager
Salas O'Brien
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Successfully managed a portfolio of 14 concurrent R&D projects across three business lines
- Implemented effective project scheduling and resource allocation strategies, preventing scope creep
- Led cross-functional teams in product innovation projects, from concept to implementation
- Developed and maintained project timelines, ensuring on-time delivery of deliverables
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies for complex technical projects.
Quality Control Lead
KDC Tri Tech Laboratories LLC
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed daily production schedules for 6+ large batches, ensuring timely completion and quality standards
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts in product development and quality assurance
- Implemented process improvements, reducing production time by 15% while maintaining quality.
Food Scientist
Abbott Nutrition
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated on multi-phase product development projects for US and international markets
- Managed timelines and resources for analytical testing and product validation processes
- Contributed to project planning and execution for FDA compliance initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio12.2016
Skills
- Project Management Tools: Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, ServiceNow, Ecosys
- Data Analysis: MATLAB, JMP
- Productivity Suite: Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Communications
Accomplishments
- Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt | Central Ohio Technical College WDIC | Sep 2020
• Lean/Six Sigma White Belt | Central Ohio Technical College WDIC | Sep 2020
• Project Management: Tools & Techniques for Managing Projects | Central Ohio Technical College WDIC | Sep 2020
Affiliations
- National Society of Black Engineers
Timeline
Project Manager 2
Actalent Services
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
Actalent Services
03.2021 - 08.2023
Process Chemistry Project Manager
Salas O'Brien
06.2019 - 03.2021
Quality Control Lead
KDC Tri Tech Laboratories LLC
04.2018 - 06.2019
Food Scientist
Abbott Nutrition
02.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering -
The Ohio State University
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