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Jerry Knight

Franklin,TN

Summary

Senior project manager with extensive expertise in project lifecycle management, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget while fostering team collaboration. Proven success in optimizing processes and enhancing project outcomes.

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Informa
Nashville, Tennessee
2005 - 2026
  • Oversaw three daily scrum teams across domestic and international locations to enhance collaboration.
  • Managed project scope, timelines, and budgets in alignment with company goals.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communications to ensure transparency throughout projects.
  • Coordinated resource allocation to optimize performance across multiple projects.
  • Conducted meetings to address project-related challenges effectively.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve complex project objectives within deadlines.
  • Organized weekly project status meetings to track progress and align efforts.

Project Manager

Edgenet
Brentwood, Tennessee
2004 - 2005
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Coordinated resources across departments and teams, facilitating collaboration for successful project completion.
  • Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with client expectations to enhance satisfaction.
  • Communicated project updates and issues to stakeholders, fostering transparency and trust throughout project lifecycle.

Project Manager, Implementations

Deutsch Bank
Nashville, Tennessee
1997 - 2004
  • Coordinated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and feedback, ensuring project alignment with client needs.
  • Led implementations for high-profile clients, overseeing transitions from legacy providers to ensure seamless integration.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines, prioritizing critical tasks effectively.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans to track milestones and activities.
  • Defined project charter objectives, scope, budget, scheduling requirements, and contingency plans with stakeholders.
  • Facilitated inter-team communication to ensure cohesive project execution.
  • Collaborated with senior management to define strategic planning initiatives, enhancing direction for ongoing projects.
  • Trained administrative and operations team members on processing procedures for client projects.

Benefit Payments Operations Manager

Deutsche Bank
Nashville, Tennessee
1995 - 1997
  • Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency across departments.
  • Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement and optimization opportunities.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures, managing quality customer service and logistics.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff on new systems and procedures, ensuring seamless transitions and operational continuity.
  • Built strong operational teams to effectively meet process and production demands.
  • Collaborated with internal administrators and clients to streamline year-end tax form processing, improving accuracy and reducing processing time.
  • Trained over 50 clients and vendors, providing ongoing support for remote access systems.
  • Provided system support for Genesis payroll system, ensuring accurate payroll management.

Specialist II - Financial Systems

HCA
Nashville, Tennessee
1990 - 1995
  • Facilitated transition for hospitals from legacy payroll to Genesis payroll systems, ensuring smooth implementation.
  • Developed custom payroll reports to meet specific hospital requirements, improving reporting accuracy.
  • Supported customers in resolving complex financial system issues, enhancing user experience.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Management/Marketing

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN
12-1989

Skills

  • Project management and planning
  • Project lifecycle management
  • Agile methodology expertise
  • Resource allocation and budgeting
  • Risk management
  • Stakeholder engagement and relations
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Meeting facilitation skills
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Training and development initiatives
  • Agile Project Management
  • Waterfall Project Management

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Informa
2005 - 2026

Project Manager

Edgenet
2004 - 2005

Project Manager, Implementations

Deutsch Bank
1997 - 2004

Benefit Payments Operations Manager

Deutsche Bank
1995 - 1997

Specialist II - Financial Systems

HCA
1990 - 1995

Bachelor of Arts - Management/Marketing

Lipscomb University

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