Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Software
Timeline
AssistantManager

JAWAAD AHMAD

Oakbrook Terrace,IL

Summary

Dynamic Project Coordinator with a proven track record at CDO GROUP, excelling in vendor coordination and analytical reporting. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing project efficiency and accuracy through advanced MS Excel and problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in process documentation and team coordination, contributing to the timely and successful completion of projects.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROJECT COORDINATOR

CDO GROUP
09.2021 - Current
  • Used Oracle to create manual POs for Project Management Fees
  • Investigated Architectural Plans and or Brand Review to process front counter orders for projects
  • Sent out weekly vendor schedule reports using Smartsheet and Excel to all vendors and PMs to assure alignment of vendor dates of each project
  • Processed pre-liminary budgetary report of each project
  • Obtained Legal Clearance and Final Tort for each project
  • During construction if a store needed to close, worked on sending out a store closure letter
  • Processed GC Bids using X-Apps and Oracle
  • Once GC Bid has been approved in Oracle and an approved PO has been obtained, worked on PAO (Project Authorization Order) of the project
  • Assisted Project Managers with obtaining Permits for a project
  • Sent out RTC (Release to Construction) via DocuSign once all documentation of a project has been received and approved to PMs and ACMs
  • Once a project has been completed, worked on the ECAC (Estimated Cost at Completion) report
  • Collaborated with all vendors to make sure project dates were being met and all equipment arrived at the construction site on time
  • Processed GC Change Orders if there were changes that were made outside the scope of the project
  • Generated/Processed GC Draws of each project
  • Collaborated with accounting team to make sure contractors and sub-contractors were paid in a timely manner
  • 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.

PROJECT COORDINATOR

CGI GROUP
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Used ResourceFirst to construct meaningful reports to help management make intelligent decisions for various programs
  • Assisted Project Managers with developing project schedules, assigning resources to project tasks
  • Assisted Project Managers with PDWare reporting, resource allocation, and budget & expense
  • Create Forecasting reports to help Functional Managers with predict future resources needed for various projects
  • Supported the team by promptly resolving their issues regarding ResourceFirst reports, forecasting, timesheets, employee management
  • Tracked and Documented various projects' updates to present them as an official deck for executive review
  • Created self-descriptive Bar Charts to show Full-time Equivalence as needed by leadership
  • Used Confluence to capture project requirements, assign tasks to specific users, and to share knowledge efficiently

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

NWU UNIVERSITY
10.2018 - 09.2019
  • Used MS Excel to customize functions to maintain all financial transactions including orders, budget reports and reimbursements
  • Proactively resolve discrepancies by thoroughly checking chart string balance and policy compliance
  • Managed all logistics of events held on campus: scheduling rooms, speaker & arranging for routine materials, technology & refreshments
  • Need minimal supervision to resolve issues and make a positive impact

PROJECT COORDINATOR

OAKTON COLLEGE
01.2007 - 08.2013
  • Collaborated with several departments to fully satisfy students' and parents' queries regarding enrollment processes, financial aid, registration holds, appointments
  • Used various MS Excel functions to extract different information from a huge data set of students' bio
  • Prepared to ensure successful New Student Orientation by tactically ushering and supporting advisors as per their needs
  • Used OCC central system to schedule logistics & agendas for advisors' and managers' appointments with students and staff

Education

BS - Business Management

Northeastern Illinois University

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Analytical Reporting
  • Process Documentation
  • Prioritization and Time Management
  • Problem-Solving Focus
  • Advanced MS Excel
  • Organization
  • Detail-Focused Approach
  • Vendor Coordination Expertise
  • Proficient in Task Management
  • Team Coordination

Certification

  • Customer Service
  • MS Excel

References

References available upon request.

Software

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

Timeline

PROJECT COORDINATOR

CDO GROUP
09.2021 - Current

PROJECT COORDINATOR

CGI GROUP
09.2019 - 01.2021

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

NWU UNIVERSITY
10.2018 - 09.2019

PROJECT COORDINATOR

OAKTON COLLEGE
01.2007 - 08.2013

BS - Business Management

Northeastern Illinois University
JAWAAD AHMAD