Dr. Stephen Pereira
Farmers Branch,TX
Summary
Dynamic Scientific Project Manager with a proven track record at various government and private firms. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in data analysis and stakeholder engagement, I excel in driving cross-functional collaboration and optimizing costs, consistently delivering impactful research outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Scientist Remedial Project Manager
United States Environmental Protection Agency
11.2015 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Managed projects worth $1M annually
- Boosted team efficiency by 30%
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Achieved high levels of team engagement and morale by promoting collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices. Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Optimized project schedules, identifying critical path tasks and reallocating resources to maintain momentum.
Project Manager
City of San Antonio
01.2009 - 11.2015
- Coordinated 15+ stakeholders
- Reduced project costs by 25%
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Achieved high levels of team engagement and morale by promoting collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Senior Research Chemist
Southwest Research Institute
04.2008 - 04.2009
- Worked with a research team to use poultry fat as a alternative for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel. Poultry fat has a carbon-intensity score that is up to 80% lower than conventional diesel fuel, making it potentially cleaner fuel alternative.
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Established quality control measures for instrumentation and monitored data quality to operate instrument with control limits.
- Enhanced product quality by developing and optimizing chemical processes and procedures.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
- Developed laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
- Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked to save time, money and promote laboratory efficiency.
- Maintained organized, safe and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents and prevent cross contamination.
- Streamlined testing procedures, ensuring accurate results while minimizing turnaround time.
- Enhanced team knowledge and skills by conducting regular training sessions on latest chemical analysis techniques.
Clean Pack Chemist
Clean Harbors
Prince George, Virginia
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Served in a customer-facing role responsible for identifying, segregating, packaging, and inspecting hazardous waste at client sites. This position ensures compliance with EPA/DOT regulations and prepares waste for transport.
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Established quality control measures for instrumentation and monitored data quality to operate instrument with control limits.
- Enhanced product quality by developing and optimizing chemical processes and procedures.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
Education
Ph.D. - Public Health
PHD Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2026
Master of Science - Biology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA07-2007
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia, VA05-2002
Skills
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Biotechnology
- Research coordination
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Cost optimization
- Stakeholder engagement
Certification
- Certificate from the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) -November 2025
- Leadership Training Certification-Harvard University-Projected completion by June 2026
- Project Management Certification- Cornell University- Projected completion by September 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Life Scientist Remedial Project Manager
United States Environmental Protection Agency
11.2015 - Current
Project Manager
City of San Antonio
01.2009 - 11.2015
Senior Research Chemist
Southwest Research Institute
04.2008 - 04.2009
Clean Pack Chemist
Clean Harbors
06.2006 - 08.2007
Ph.D. - Public Health
PHD Walden University
Master of Science - Biology
Virginia State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Norfolk State University