Derrick Gibson
Homestead,FL
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements across the software development lifecycle.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Project Director
Empowerty
03.2008 - Current
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and implementing agile methodologies.
- Reduced development time for key IT projects by identifying bottlenecks and optimizing team performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality IT solutions through meticulous project management.
- Mentored junior project managers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver complex IT initiatives on time and within budget constraints.
- Championed best practices in project management, promoting a culture of excellence throughout the organization.
Senior Manager
Accenture
09.2004 - 01.2008
- Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
Technical Architect
Accenture
03.1995 - 08.2004
- Enhanced system performance by optimizing code and implementing efficient algorithms.
- Reduced software development time for critical projects by streamlining processes and utilizing agile methodologies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective software solutions, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Spearheaded the adoption of web-based technologies, enabling faster deployment and scalability for various applications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kettering University
Flint, MI06.1994
Skills
- Software Development
- Organizational Skills
- Resource Allocation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Agile Methodologies
- Project Management
- Vendor Management
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Project Planning
- Project Tracking
- Software Development Lifecycle
Certification
Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals, September 2023
Project Management Professional, PMI August 2023
Professional Scrum Master, Scrum.org July 2019
Professional Scrum Product Owner, Scrum.org December 2019
Timeline
IT Project Director
Empowerty
03.2008 - Current
Senior Manager
Accenture
09.2004 - 01.2008
Technical Architect
Accenture
03.1995 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kettering University