Dovid Erps
Rockville,MD
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in managing complex IT projects. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, delivering projects on time, and aligning technology solutions with business goals. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Proficient in project planning, risk management, and effective stakeholder communication. Recognized for reliability and flexibility in dynamic environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor
U.S. INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY (I.C.)
01.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: The United States Intelligence Community (IC) is a group of separate United States government intelligence agencies that work separately and together to conduct intelligence activities to support the national security of the United States
- Provide data analysis, research, requirements development, project management operational support
- The United States Intelligence Community (IC) is a group of separate United States government intelligence agencies that work separately and together to conduct intelligence activities to support the national security of the United States
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Project Manager
Tenica and Associates LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Results-oriented Project Manager with a demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality projects that meet business objectives and exceed stakeholder expectations
- Experienced in Agile environments, utilizing Scrum principles to foster collaboration and maximize team performance
- Proficient in project planning, execution, risk mitigation, and budget management
- Adept at communicating project status and demonstrating the value of investments to sponsors
- Seeking a challenging opportunity to leverage my skills and contribute to the achievement of strategic goals
- Led cross-functional teams of 20 members in the successful delivery of several projects, consistently meeting or exceeding stakeholder expectations
- Implemented Agile Scrum methodologies to improve team collaboration, communication, and project velocity by roughly 40%
- Developed and executed comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and budget management, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget
- Proactively identified and mitigated project risks, resulting in effective and timely updated releases
- Managed project budgets and ensured efficient resource allocation, maximizing return on investment for stakeholders
- Communicated project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders effectively, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle
- Consistently exceeded stakeholder expectations by delivering projects ahead of schedule, providing exceptional customer service, going above and beyond to meet their expectations
- Utilized JIRA to track project progress, manage tasks, and generate reports, ensuring accurate and up-to-date project information
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in positive outcome, improved team processes, increased efficiency
Project Integrator
IntegrateIT/ Markon
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Provide high-level support and strategic advice to multiple divisions, department chiefs, and team leads, managing a $350M+ portfolio
- Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the position oversees all project activities, ensuring deliverables are met and continuous improvement methodologies are implemented
- This requires strong project management expertise, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills
- Master Scheduling & Resource Loading: Developed and maintained the master schedule, incorporating resource loading across divisions
- Divestment Planning: Led a tiger team to create and execute a comprehensive divestment plan
- Divestment Documentation: Created a Word document and PowerPoint presentation outlining the divestment program
- Visual Communication: Supported document and report creation by developing and updating graphic presentations to enhance quality and usability
- Leadership Briefings: Prepared briefing slides for the Chief and Deputy Chief
- Agile Project Management: Maintained and monitored Kanban and Scrum boards
- Project Management: Managed projects as needed
- Resource Tracking: Maintained an updated record of 16 division resources and their contract affiliations
- Improved solution integration efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing automation tools.
Master Scheduler
Perspecta Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Developing and managing integrated master schedules (IMS) for a $300M portfolio, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and project objectives
- This involved collaborating with leadership and project teams to define requirements, track progress, and identify key milestones
- Integrated Master Schedule Development: Created a comprehensive IMS incorporating major milestones, dependencies, critical paths, exit criteria, and planned activities
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked with Chiefs and Project Leads to gather requirements for schedule development and reporting
- Performance Monitoring: Monitored project performance to identify critical activities and track progress
- Milestone Identification: Defined system development milestones to drive capability phasing and meet enterprise planning timeframes
- Consistently met tight deadlines by closely tracking progress and making timely adjustments as needed.
Master Scheduler
CACI
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed and managed integrated master schedules, providing key leadership with program, project, and segment schedule data
- Monitored project progress, resource allocation, and critical path activities, while proactively communicating schedule changes and mitigating risks associated with delays
- Master Scheduling & Reporting: Created and published high-level integrated master schedules and presented schedule data to key leadership
- Resource Management: Ensured complete resource loading for all schedules, tracked resource reconciliation, and reported data to management
- Critical Path Management: Linked critical activities across multiple projects
- Stakeholder Communication: Drove open communication to inform stakeholders of schedule changes
- Risk Mitigation & Corrective Action: Analyzed the impact of delays and major schedule changes, providing risk mitigation strategies and suggesting corrective actions to maintain project scope, budget, and timeline
- Conducted regular schedule reviews with key stakeholders to address concerns, provide updates, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
Master Scheduler
Beacon Hill Staffing
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed and presented program/project/segment schedule data via reports, Gantt charts, and other visualizations to clearly communicate expectations and status
- Created cross-project schedules and technical roadmaps, and performed 'what-if' analyses
- Schedule Visualization & Reporting: Presented schedule data for programs, projects, and segments using reports, Gantt charts, and other visualizations to clearly communicate expectations and status
- Developed cross-project schedules and technical roadmaps, and conducted 'what-if' analyses
- Enterprise Schedule Management: Created, managed, and maintained automated enterprise schedules using government-approved tools (e.g., Microsoft Project/Project Server) to integrate and assess schedule data across mission partners
- Maintained integrated schedules, conducted critical path analysis, and identified dependencies
- Data Coordination & Integration: Managed program coordination to obtain necessary data (linkages, dependencies, level of detail) for creating and maintaining accurate schedules
- Strategic Alignment: Developed, managed, and maintained alignment between strategic-level guidance and enterprise effectiveness with lower-level program, project, and segment effectiveness and milestones
- Release Management Collaboration: Collaborated with the GPOC lead for Enterprise Release Management to facilitate coordinated capability releases
- Milestone Identification: Identified system development milestones that drove capability phasing to meet enterprise epics or equivalent planning time frames
Project Integrator
Tech USA Federal Solutions
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Led project scheduling, creating, updating, and maintaining IT project schedules using MS Project and other tools to support project managers and senior management
- Technical Communication: Translated complex technical information into clear and concise documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Schedule Analysis & Risk Mitigation: Proactively analyzed project schedules to identify potential roadblocks, work interference, and schedule difficulties, advising Project Managers on mitigation strategies and solutions
Intel Analyst
Knight Federal Solutions
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented Intelligence Analyst with proven experience managing multiple concurrent tasks and delivering timely, high-quality research and analysis
- Expertise in utilizing U.S
- Government databases to conduct in-depth investigations and validate critical data in support of counter-terrorism efforts
- Adept at meeting tight deadlines and maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Conducted in-depth research and analysis of data from multiple U.S
- Government databases, adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards
- Managed and prioritized a diverse workload of concurrent task assignments
- Validated a wide range of data to support various aspects of U.S
- Government counter-terrorism operations
Access Control Officer
Omniplex World Services Corporation
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided comprehensive security services, ensuring the safety and security of facilities and personnel
- Monitored access points, conducted inspections, documented security incidents, and collaborated with security teams to maintain optimal security protocols
- Access Control: Monitored access control points, ensuring facility security and regulating entry/exit
- Security Collaboration: Coordinated with security personnel to maintain effective security coverage and optimize safety protocols
- Incident Reporting: Documented security incidents, threats, and suspicious activity, generating detailed reports for record-keeping and analysis
- Security Inspections: Conducted inspections of individuals, parcels, and packages to verify compliance with security regulations
- Visitor Management: Logged and tracked non-routine visitor and guest activity, ensuring accurate record-keeping and enhanced security
Enlisted Soldier
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Experienced combat engineer with expertise in mission planning, equipment maintenance, and personnel training
- Proven ability to analyze complex situations, manage resources effectively (including a $1-5M budget), and ensure the safety and readiness of personnel and equipment
- Adept at interpreting blueprints and communicating technical requirements
- Combat & Construction Engineering: Executed combat and construction engineering missions, including the use of explosives, adhering to strict safety protocols
- Mission Analysis & Planning: Analyzed combat strategies during training exercises to optimize mission outcomes and improve team performance
- Equipment Inspection & Maintenance: Conducted thorough equipment inspections prior to each exercise, ensuring the safety of all personnel
- Managed equipment repair and quality control within a $1-5 million annual budget
- Training & Mentorship: Trained subordinates on blueprint reading and interpretation, fostering a comprehensive understanding of engineering project requirements
- Physical Security: Provided physical security for the Forward Operating Base, demonstrating a commitment to safety and force protection
- Collaborated with fellow service members from other branches during joint exercises, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork capabilities.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Ensured mission readiness by maintaining personal weapons proficiency, scoring highly on annual qualification tests consistently.
President/ Project Manager
Dave's Renovation
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2022
Master of Science - Homeland Security
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ01.2017
Skills
- Data Analysis and Research
- Requirements Development
- Business Administration and Solutions
- Project Integration & Project Management
- Agile / Scrum Methodologies
- MS Project
- SharePoint
- Kanban
- Confluence
- Gantt Charts
- Tableau
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft office
- Leadership team building
- Team collaboration and leadership
Accomplishments
- Achieved an increase of efficiency by roughly 40% output in completing O&M updates.
Key Knowledge Areas
- Data Analysis and Research
- Requirements Development
- Business Administration and Solutions
- Project Integration & Project Management
- Agile / Scrum Methodologies
- MS Project
- Primavera
- SharePoint
- Kanban
- Jira
- Confluence
- Gantt Charts
- Tableau
- Service Now
Timeline
Project Manager
Tenica and Associates LLC
01.2023 - Current
Project Integrator
IntegrateIT/ Markon
01.2021 - 01.2023
Master Scheduler
Perspecta Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2021
Master Scheduler
CACI
01.2020 - 12.2021
Master Scheduler
Beacon Hill Staffing
01.2020 - 12.2020
Project Integrator
Tech USA Federal Solutions
01.2019 - 12.2020
Intel Analyst
Knight Federal Solutions
01.2018 - 12.2019
Contractor
U.S. INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY (I.C.)
01.2017 - Current
Access Control Officer
Omniplex World Services Corporation
01.2017 - 12.2018
Enlisted Soldier
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
01.2011 - 12.2015
President/ Project Manager
Dave's Renovation
01.2009 - 12.2011
MBA - Business Administration
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Homeland Security
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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