Darwin Ortega
Project Management Professional
Riverview,FL
Summary
Experienced Program Manager with a comprehensive skill set in functional operations and project management, specializing in Operations and International Programs. Possesses advanced knowledge in organizational strategies, financial management, procurement, and contracting. Demonstrates expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and monitor complex projects, consistently delivering results on time and within budget while aligning with organizational objectives. Proven ability to manage multinational project teams across diverse cultural and geographical landscapes, adeptly navigating international regulations, languages, and business practices to foster effective collaboration and achieve project success on a global scale.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Veteran Representive
Department Of Veteran Affairs
11.2021 - Current
- Managed and supervised over 3500 administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for team.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
Project Manager-Operations
United States Army
10.2015 - 06.2021
- Experienced with building project plans to work breakdown structure (WBS) level with team participation
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Compile and analyze data, including total contract costs, salaries, benefits, inflation factors, and administrative fees, for inclusion of Independent Government Cost Estimate used for contract negotiations
- Assisted on contractual procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance with accepted policies and guidance
- Prepared contract support documentation to augment/maintain medical and support service levels utilizing General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS).
Master Scheduler/Portfolio Scheduler
United States Army
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Generated 37 recommendations to directors and managers for efficiency improvements and production cost reductions.
- Collaborated with 18 manufacturing floor and scheduling teams to establish production plans.
- Reduced critical project lead times by 4 hours daily through task prioritization and resource reallocation.
- Facilitated regular schedule reviews with key stakeholders to ensure alignment, address concerns, and drive continuous improvement.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by liaising with order entry for on-time deliveries and issue resolution.
- Conducted data analysis on materials and production trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize lead times and inventory management.
Operations Training Manager
United States Army
09.2008 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with 6 cross-functional teams to identify skills gaps and strategize targeted training initiatives for improvement.
- Implemented train-the-trainer models, empowering team leads to deliver consistent instruction across departments.
- Increased employee engagement by incorporating interactive elements and real-world scenarios into training sessions.
- Aligned operations training strategies with overall business objectives, supporting organizational growth and success.
- Developed effective training materials and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles, leading to increased retention of information.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
06.2025
BBA - International Business
11.2020
Skills
- Project Management Methodologies
- Strategic Thinker
- Budgeting
- Team Management
- Strong Problem Solver
- Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Innovative Approaches
- Project Controls Management
- Business Forecasting
- Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
- Risk Management
- Quality
- Safety
Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Suite
- TEAMS
- Bluebeam
- AutoCAD
- Procore
- PMWEB
- Textura
- Sisense
- Microsoft Power BI
- Heavy Jobs
- JDE
- Visio
- PowerPoint Skills
- Software for Cost Reports
Courses Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Number: 3855401
- (CLSSGB) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Advance Leadership Course
- Safety Officer Course
- OSHA30
Awards
- Operations Employee of the Year 2017
- Military Leadership Award 2010-2021
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Veteran Representive - Department Of Veteran Affairs
11.2021 - Current
Project Manager-Operations - United States Army
10.2015 - 06.2021
Master Scheduler/Portfolio Scheduler - United States Army
06.2013 - 10.2015
Operations Training Manager - United States Army
09.2008 - 06.2013
Everglades University - Master of Business Administration, Project Management
American Miltary University - BBA, International Business