DOUGLAS WAYLAND MCPHERSON
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in managing complex projects across various industries. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager (contract)
Quorum Earth
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed project plans for several ongoing and future fungicide projects, streamlined and organized task lists within ClickUp workspaces
- Delivered weekly Agile sprint progress reports summarizing activities, updates, and potential risks
- Ran daily standups to drive productivity and progress
- Created dashboards, SOPs, and automation in ClickUp tracking regulatory progress and product development metrics
Program Portfolio Manager
Ginkgo Bioworks
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Expanded responsibilities to oversee strategic planning and operational project management in a biotech environment, ensuring project alignment with business and regulatory requirements
- Developed a robust program management framework for over 90 active projects, introduced executive dashboards, and established comprehensive program review structures
- Ensured optimal organization and led quarterly portfolio reviews of all active projects in the portfolios with the team management to maximize resource utilization
- Oversaw and managed technical support requests from multiple departments and collaborated with senior leadership to optimize the project operations ticket resolution process
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of data tracking systems to meticulously monitor crucial project success metrics, such as KPIs, milestones, budgets, and timelines for the team
- Collaborated with departmental and external team leads to identify program risks and supported senior management in addressing resourcing risks effectively
- Worked closely with team leads to identify opportunities for optimizing project efficiency through strategic resource management. Implemented and onboarded resource management software to assist in this
QA/QC Manager
Ginkgo Bioworks
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Established and reinforced strain collection and curation quality standards
- Strategically identified suitable data storage locations, standardized terminology for strains and culture collections, compiled shipping and receiving regulations, integrated LIMS and ELN software for comprehensive strain and data management and synchronized these with the organization's specific needs
- Worked closely with departmental leaders and teams to develop multiple SOPs and enforce robust quality standards for data and materials flowing in and out of the Agricultural Biologics department
- Managed the data governance project to seamlessly integrate Agricultural Biologics with the parent organization
- Oversaw the strain collection and established team and departmental objectives to develop a strain collection that aligns with our organization's needs
- Played a crucial role in advancing the curator's career and enhancing their contributions to the organization
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflows, eliminating bottlenecks and increasing efficiency.
Quality Control Manager
Joyn Bio
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Accountable for developing and implementing SOP generation and management procedures, record-keeping, data collection, and coordination to support the technical strategy in alignment with the Head of Bioprocessing and Formulation Development
- Ensured meticulous record-keeping and efficient data collection for our collaborations with Joyn Bio's parent companies and additional partners
- This involved managing sample transfers, batch records, and adhering to sample and batch identification standards
- Supervised a team of 2 skilled research assistants in California, delivering clear direction and unwavering support for the reception, meticulous examination, and meticulous preparation of material from CROs, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards for greenhouse and growth chamber evaluation
Quality and Compliance Manager
Arborjet Inc.
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Promoted from Regulatory and Compliance specialist to oversee quality processes and served as the primary quality contact for Arborjet
- Relayed product requirements to the product development team consisting of nine members and coordinated product development meetings
- Implemented ISO 9001:2015 standards and procedures companywide and secured ISO certification for the business
- Created and maintained product registrations for 25 products with states and the federal government
- Examined the quality of raw materials used in producing products that generate more than $10 million in sales annually
Regulatory And Compliance Specialist
Arborjet Inc.
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Promoted from Research Assistant and provided expertise in managing all domestic and international regulatory compliance documentation for tree care products
- Collaborated with vendors, suppliers, and consultants to develop five new products in two years
- Ensured alignment with quality and time requirements by analyzing project progress, implementing action plans, and reporting progress to managers and program directors
- Managed and maintained product registrations with the EPA and obtained authenticity certifications from other agencies for twenty-four products
- Directed the ISO 9001:2015 implementation team and managed the relationship with a consultant and the company
Research Assistant
Arborjet Inc.
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed, formulated and evaluated products in a team environment
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2010
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Stakeholder communications
- Document management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Preventive actions
- Quality processes
- Operational excellence
Certification
- Program Management Professional (PgMP) - Project Management Institute.
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification – American Society for Quality (ASQ).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager (contract)
Quorum Earth
12.2024 - 02.2025
QA/QC Manager
Ginkgo Bioworks
10.2022 - 06.2023
Program Portfolio Manager
Ginkgo Bioworks
10.2022 - 06.2024
Quality Control Manager
Joyn Bio
06.2020 - 10.2022
Quality and Compliance Manager
Arborjet Inc.
01.2020 - 06.2020
Regulatory And Compliance Specialist
Arborjet Inc.
06.2016 - 01.2020
Research Assistant
Arborjet Inc.
03.2013 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Project Management
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
James Madison University
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