Open To Work
Jessica Rude
Sisters,OR
Summary
Project manager with expertise in driving $10 million revenue through electronic security upgrades at Cook Solutions Group. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, implementing network segmentation, and deploying field devices at NW Natural. Specializes in optimizing processes and enhancing stakeholder engagement to achieve project goals efficiently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager (Contract)
Northwest Natural
Portland, OR
11.2021 - 06.2025
- Supported multiple TSA cybersecurity and physical device deployment projects across operational departments.
- Managed onboarding for over 100 contractors, establishing standard onboarding procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams to fully segment IT/OT networks for new laptop deployment to more than 20 operational technology field users.
- Maintained program documentation and facilitated internal communications using Microsoft Project and SharePoint.
Project Manager – Key Accounts
Cook Solutions Group
Portland, OR
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Executed critical electronic security upgrades across 2000+ client sites in six states, generating over $10 million in revenue.
- Coordinated vendor communication and resource management to facilitate timely installations.
- Delivered comprehensive reports to stakeholders while ensuring service continuity during COVID-19 pandemic.
Project Administrator
Cook Solutions Group
Portland, OR
11.2015 - 10.2018
- Developed project scheduling systems and standardized processes for multi-office coordination.
- Communicated with internal teams and clients to ensure accurate documentation and timely delivery.
- Supported internal staff and vendors for installation and maintenance scheduling.
Chargemaster Specialist
St. Charles Medical Center
Bend, OR
04.2013 - 10.2015
- Presented tiered billing structure for procedure charges to CEO, utilizing fact-based cost tiers from existing OR services.
- Maintained charge code accuracy for four regional hospitals within healthcare system.
- Trained staff on billing protocols, ensuring adherence to updated practices.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on pricing models to enhance competitiveness.
- Reviewed and updated data for compliance and transparency across all billing operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, IN12-2011
Skills
- Project coordination
- Documentation management
- Cross-functional support
- Vendor and contractor coordination
- Scheduling and timeline management
- Data tracking and reporting
- Microsoft Office 365 proficiency
- SharePoint expertise
- IT/OT network segmentation
- Resource allocation strategies
- Stakeholder engagement techniques
- Collaboration across teams
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Training development and delivery
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Scope management practices
- Staff training and motivation strategies
- Process and procedure optimization
- Workflow planning and execution
- Project closure activities
- Permit processing expertise
- Progress reporting methods
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Project scheduling techniques
- Meeting facilitation skills
- Process improvement initiatives
- Compliance support services
- Client communication strategies
- Issue resolution capabilities
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkPart TimeGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$60000/yr - $100000/yrTimeline
Project Manager (Contract)
Northwest Natural
11.2021 - 06.2025
Project Manager – Key Accounts
Cook Solutions Group
10.2018 - 11.2021
Project Administrator
Cook Solutions Group
11.2015 - 10.2018
Chargemaster Specialist
St. Charles Medical Center
04.2013 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Indiana University School of Medicine