GERALDINE BRUCE-COBBOLD
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Veritiv
10.2022 - Current
- Optimized project lifecycles, reducing delivery times by 20% through strategic planning.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- 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.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects
Associate Project Manager
Transparent Trades
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects, ensuring alignment with scope and budget requirements.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans, utilizing innovative tools to track progress and performance.
- Established strong relationships with third-party vendors, facilitating smooth project execution.
- Streamlined project processes to enhance efficiency and reduce timelines.
- Implemented a real-time project tracking system, resulting in a 30% increase in team productivity.
- Monitored progress of projects through regular status updates, identifying potential issues and taking corrective actions when necessary.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure optimal pricing for materials and services needed for projects.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors for constructive supplier relations.
- Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
Communication Specialist
ID.ME
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Enhanced communication strategies to optimize effectiveness.
- Successfully resolved customer issues, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
- Implemented innovative ID verification processes, including a pioneering method to enhance security and customer trust.
- Maintained rigorous verification standards, minimizing identity fraud risks.
- Provided exceptional customer support, resolving issues promptly and improving loyalty.
- Drove customer engagement through innovative communication tactics.
- Implemented crisis communication strategies to mitigate potential reputational damage and maintain stakeholder trust.
- Trained employees on effective communication techniques, improving overall team performance and collaboration.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment, elevating team performance.
Program Specialist
Mienne Beauty
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Project Coordinator
Primax
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Criminology -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Project Management
- Detail Oriented
- Organizational
- Time Management
- Project Planning
- Project Scheduling
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Communications
- Project scope
- Budget Control
- Leadership
- Negotiation Management
- Risk Management
- Vendor Management
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
Timeline
Associate Project Manager
Transparent Trades
05.2023 - 10.2023
Project Manager
Veritiv
10.2022 - Current
Communication Specialist
ID.ME
01.2021 - 05.2022
Program Specialist
Mienne Beauty
10.2018 - 12.2020
Project Coordinator
Primax
01.2014 - 02.2016
Bachelors of Science in Criminology -
George Mason University
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