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John H. Deis

Kansas City,Missouri

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. Includes background in optimizing business processes and driving organizational efficiency. Expertise in streamlining operations, implementing process improvements, and fostering collaborative team environments. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4

Certifications

Work History

Business Architecture/Business Process Consultant

Pembroke Partners
09.2022 - Current
  • Served as Business Process Analyst to replace aging control system used in FPAC’s Geographic Enterprise Operations (GEO) Branch
  • Developed functional requirements for the Enterprise Systems Architects for the GEO project
  • Conducted comprehensive analyses of client operations, identifying areas for improvement and providing actionable recommendations.
  • Evaluated existing systems and recommended technological upgrades to enhance efficiency and scalability.
  • Presented findings from in-depth data analysis, providing critical insights for senior leadership decision-making processes.

Project Manager

SAIC
09.2014 - 09.2022
  • Managed IT projects to improve national conservation systems and farm commodity reinsurance systems in FPAC
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • 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.
  • Served as SAIC Research Fellow, developing a model to proactively determine flood impact on crops
  • Oversaw projects typically valued at $500,000 to over $1 million
  • Completed post-graduate certification in Geodesign and GIS in May 2019
  • Awarded Esri’s Superior Achievement in GIS (SAG) award for developing a GIS-based Android/iOS app for rural economic development
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.

Project Manager

Agile Government Solutions
12.2006 - 09.2014
  • Contractor with US Marine Corps through CSC
  • Developed project management practices for a new division
  • Established project management/process discipline for Integrated Applications Division managing digital records and pay functions for Marines
  • Managed project status reporting for the Division
  • Implemented SharePoint adoption within the Technical Service Organization
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Enhanced project visibility, implementing dashboard and reporting tools for real-time progress monitoring.

Project Manager

EDS
09.2005 - 12.2006
  • Contractor with USDA/FSA through EDS
  • Implemented project management/earned value discipline for USDA’s Farm Service Agency IT functions
  • Developed Project Server platform to comply with ANSI748
  • Managed departmental operating plan for the Architecture Office and rollout plan for the Agency’s new SDLC
  • Oversaw Microsoft Project Server rollout, promoting collaborative project management and IT governance
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.

Education

B.S. - Geology, Engineering

Wright State University
Dayton, OH

M.B.A. - Management/Finance

University of Alaska
Fairbanks, AK

Postgraduate Certificate - Geodesign/GIS

Penn State World Campus

Skills

  • Project management
  • Project planning
  • Project planning and development
  • Business Process Optimization
  • Software Deployment Management
  • Scope Development and Budgeting
  • SAIC Fellowship Recipient
  • Former PMI Chapter President
  • MBA with a Focus on Finance
  • Software Deployment
  • Team Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Process Visualization
  • Development of Performance Metrics

Certification

  • PMP, PMI-ACP, Project Management Institute (PMI), Former president of the Central Ohio PMI chapter, PMP instructor
  • DevOps Foundation
  • SAFe Agilist
  • SAIC Fellow – GIS project using ArcGIS

Military

U.S. Air Force, Strategic Air Command, Electronic Intelligence

Interests

  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Volunteer Work
  • Historical Exploration
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration

Timeline

Business Architecture/Business Process Consultant

Pembroke Partners
09.2022 - Current

Project Manager

SAIC
09.2014 - 09.2022

Project Manager

Agile Government Solutions
12.2006 - 09.2014

Project Manager

EDS
09.2005 - 12.2006

M.B.A. - Management/Finance

University of Alaska

B.S. - Geology, Engineering

Wright State University

Postgraduate Certificate - Geodesign/GIS

Penn State World Campus
John H. Deis