George Guilford
McDonough,GA
Summary
Experienced project management professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Prepared to drive impactful outcomes and lead projects to success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Smurfit Westrock
WFH
05.2008 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project timelines and resource allocation plans to optimize efficiency.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate project uncertainties and enhance outcomes.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project objectives with organizational goals.
- Analyzed project performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives across teams.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
- Developed strategic project plans aligned with organizational goals and client expectations.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
Environment Health and Safety Manager
WestRock
College Park, GA
05.2007 - Current
- Developed and implemented health and safety policies to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
- Led training sessions for staff on safety protocols, enhancing awareness and adherence to guidelines.
- Collaborated with management to integrate safety practices into operational processes, improving overall workplace safety culture.
- Determined nature of code violations and issued written notices of violation.
- Guided, wrote and revised various health and safety management manuals with (Benchmark Gensuite System).
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for [Number] employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management to increase hazard awareness [Number]%.
- Implemented drug-free workplace plan to reduce worker's compensation premiums [Number]%.
Education
BBA - Project Management
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA06.2006
Skills
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Client relationship management
- Project plan development
- Project scheduling
- Meeting participation
- Meeting facilitation
- Cost control
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Smurfit Westrock
05.2008 - Current
Environment Health and Safety Manager
WestRock
05.2007 - Current
BBA - Project Management
Clayton State University