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Donna Anderson

Summary

Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager-Technology & Training

IGT Global Solutions
2023.11 - Current
  • Plan, design, and schedule, phases for large projects.
  • Monitor project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provide detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Manage projects from procurement to commission.
  • Draft project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
  • Monitor project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Schedule and facilitate meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Report regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
  • Source, vet and manage vendors needed to accomplish project goals.

Project Management Professional

Tiber Capital Group, LLC
2022.02 - 2023.11
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to document project scope, deliverables, goals, risks, blockers, success measures, and estimated resources needed.
  • Monitored performance of external vendor supply chains while handling internal logistics.
  • Ensured that projects remain in-scope and met budgetary, scheduling, and quality requirements.
  • Created, managed, and distributed project communications artifacts like charters, schedules, and budgets.
  • Assisted in business development efforts to create project proposals, RFPs, estimates, and schedules.
  • Negotiated contracts, policies and deadlines with suppliers and vendors.
  • Ensured adherence to legally binding requirements.
  • Planned, scheduled, monitored, and reported on activities related to the project, including subcontractor monitoring
  • Planned and lead status review meetings, which may include internal team members, vendors, and customers.
  • Responsible for training, managing, and motivating the project team, as well as resolving team conflicts.


Client Project Manager

Lead Association Management
2019.03 - 2022.02
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Establish annual budgets to consider future projects and improvements
  • Prepare and hold monthly board meetings for Board of Directors
  • Achieve project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Provide management for internal personnel, contractors and vendors.
  • Maintain open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to Board of Directors.
  • Obtain needed resources by strategically negotiating with stakeholders and outside suppliers.

Property Project Manager

NRT LLC/Property Frameworks
2014.01 - 2019.03
  • Monitored supply levels and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses.
  • Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
  • Managed hiring for certain roles and actively coordinated talent management and recruitment.
  • Promoted compliant practices and established well coordinated strategies and procures to reduce risks.
  • Led weekly production and operations meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
  • Oversaw budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.

Project Coordinator-Leasing&Supply Chain

Mattress Firm
2011.03 - 2013.12
  • Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.

Regional Property Manager

Property Counselors Management Group
2003.12 - 2011.03
  • Managed new construction projects, renovations, and conversions across a 17-city territory.
  • Developed and managed budgets for over 300 projects which included multi-family homes, condominiums, and distressed properties.
  • Provided ongoing communication to clients regarding market conditions, project changes, budgetary requirements, and vendor issues.
  • Directed property management program by determining requirements, planning for material equipment replacement and implementing quality control oversight.
  • Reviewed financial forecasts, budget and operational goals.
  • Handled terminations, performance evaluations and staff coaching to maintain top property operations.
  • Assisted with annual budget creation and managed portfolio according to approved budgeted parameters.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts and presented to owners for approval.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX

Associate of Arts - Business

Houston Community College
Houston, TX

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL

Skills

  • Advanced problem solving and analytical
  • Project planning and development
  • Contract Management
  • Staff Management
  • Project Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Budgeting
  • Vendor Sourcing and Management
  • Procurement
  • Smartsheets
  • Team Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Teams

Timeline

Project Manager-Technology & Training

IGT Global Solutions
2023.11 - Current

Project Management Professional

Tiber Capital Group, LLC
2022.02 - 2023.11

Client Project Manager

Lead Association Management
2019.03 - 2022.02

Property Project Manager

NRT LLC/Property Frameworks
2014.01 - 2019.03

Project Coordinator-Leasing&Supply Chain

Mattress Firm
2011.03 - 2013.12

Regional Property Manager

Property Counselors Management Group
2003.12 - 2011.03

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

University of Houston - Downtown

Associate of Arts - Business

Houston Community College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College
Donna Anderson