Jakob Womack
King George,VA
Summary
Accomplished PMO Director with a strong focus on enhancing project management practices and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in developing and implementing strategic processes to improve project governance, streamline workflows, and ensure effective project closeout. Known for leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects that align with organizational goals. Expertise in stakeholder engagement, resource optimization, and risk management, with a commitment to achieving project success on time and within budget. Passionate about fostering continuous improvement to support my organization's mission and accomplish long-term objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Program Management Office
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Led the strategic management of the Program Management Office, enhancing project governance and streamlining processes to improve overall project efficiency and success rates
- Developed and implemented standardized project management methodologies, resulting in improved project delivery timelines and cost management
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on refining project closeout procedures and enhancing data-driven decision-making
- collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resources allocation and ensure alignment with strategic goals, leading to increased operational efficiency
- Established performance metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor project progress, risks, and outcomes, improving transparency and accountability
- Engaged with key stakeholders to assess project needs, mitigate risks, and ensure that project objectives were met on time and within budget
Project Management Specialist
Kitty Hawk Technologies
02.2024 - Current
- Strategic planning initiatives as a Project Management Specialist at SCSTC, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren, orchestrating international programs with precision and foresight
- Managed scheduling processes, ensuring the seamless coordination of complex training programs for global partners, demonstrating a commitment to timely and efficient project delivery
- Oversee requirements tracking with meticulous detail, enhancing project clarity and success through comprehensive documentation and management of specifications
- Implement and optimize project management methodologies, elevating the overall effectiveness and success of projects while enhancing stakeholder satisfaction within the dynamic realm of international programs.
Deputy Program Manager
Kitty Hawk Technologies
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve bottlenecks and inefficiencies in project processes
- Coordinate and manage all subcontractor activities to ensure timely and successful completion of program deliverables
- Identify and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for the program to measure and track progress towards program goals and objectives, and provide regular updates to senior management and key stakeholders
- Support the Program Manager in managing program activities, including tracking progress, monitoring budget, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely and successful completion of program deliverables
- Provide leadership and guidance to the program team members, ensuring alignment with company objectives and goals.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among team members, inspiring innovation through collaborative problem-solving exercises.
Program Analyst
Patriot Enterprises, LLC
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data for program evaluation and improvement
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify program requirements and objectives
- Develop and implement strategies to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
- Identify and recommend process improvements to streamline program operations
- Assess the effectiveness of current program policies and recommend necessary changes
- Manage relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure program success
- Provide in-depth analysis of program data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform decision-making and program strategy.
Artillery Section Chief - Operations & Safety Manager
United States Army
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Directly responsible for the safety, personal and profession development, and health and welfare of over 50 Soldiers
- Charged with maintaining direct communication through all levels of leaderships regarding artillery firing accuracy and capabilities, vehicle mission statuses, troop logistic reports, and proper mission planning procedures
- Required in-depth management of performance reports, certifications, and personal and family data for Soldiers
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes
- Develop and implement strategies to improve artillery firing accuracy and capabilities
- Coordinate and execute training exercises to enhance the operational readiness and proficiency of artillery personnel.
Load Master - Operations & Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
09.2014 - 12.2018
- Maintained accountability of over $4M worth of equipment and over 150 personnel throughout CONUS and OCONUS training missions and real-world scenarios
- Required direct communication with Field Grade Officers and Senior Enlisted Personnel for submitting reports, memorandums, and situation reports
- Collaborate with other load masters and logistics specialists from different military branches to ensure efficient and timely execution of missions
- Required proficiency within Microsoft office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Maintained constant communication with leaders throughout multiple service branches for proper planning and execution of over 30 missions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Mathematics
Southern New Hampshire University
Master's - MBA
Baylor University
01.2026
Skills
- Program Portfolio Management
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership & Team Management
- Governance & Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Management
- Performance Metrics, Documentation & Reporting
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Google Project Management
- Learn Quest Scrum Master Certification
- Atlassian University Agile with Jira
- Atlassian University Agile Project Management Professional
- Google Business Intelligence Professional
- Microsoft Data Analysis Career Essentials
References
- Kyle Menz, Staff Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, 302-593-1274, menz.drumcorps@gmail.com
- Harriette Tullos-Banks, ND-5 (GS 150), Naval Surface Warfare Center - Dahlgren, 540-775-4067, harriette.l.tullsbanks.civ@us.navy.mil
Timeline
Director of Program Management Office
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Project Management Specialist
Kitty Hawk Technologies
02.2024 - Current
Deputy Program Manager
Kitty Hawk Technologies
05.2023 - 01.2024
Program Analyst
Patriot Enterprises, LLC
03.2023 - 05.2023
Artillery Section Chief - Operations & Safety Manager
United States Army
01.2019 - 04.2023
Load Master - Operations & Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
09.2014 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Mathematics
Southern New Hampshire University
Master's - MBA
Baylor University
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