Kelvin Olisah
Sr. IT Project Manager
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Agile project manager adept at fostering team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication, and troubleshooting technical issues. Proven track record of successful leadership transitions within teams, earning trust and confidence for prompt action. Detail-oriented and flexible team player with a proactive approach to identifying growth opportunities. Proficient in scheduling and facilitating effective team and stakeholder collaboration and communication. Skilled in utilising Atlassian and Microsoft Suite.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
IT Senior Manager
Choice Hotels International
11.2021 - Current
- Enhanced system efficiency by streamlining IT processes and implementing automated solutions.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity through proactive infrastructure maintenance and upgrades.
- Led a team of IT professionals in the successful execution of major projects, resulting in improved business operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in the development and launch of new technology initiatives, fostering collaboration across departments.
Project Manager
Meritain Health An Aetna
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
Zella Construction
Project Cordinator
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing new organizational tools and software.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
IT Project Manager
Shell Oil
10.2012 - 06.2015
- Accelerated project delivery timelines by introducing Agile methodologies, resulting in a 30% reduction in project completion times.
- Identified and resolved bottlenecks in the software development lifecycle, leading to a 20% increase in efficiency and a 15% decrease in time-to-market.
- Fostered improved collaboration among team members, resulting in a 25% decrease in rework and a 40% increase in productivity.
Education
Master of Science - International Business Management
University of Northampton
Northampton, UK06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL06.2017
Skills
- Scrum and Kanban frameworks
- Microsoft Suite
- Project planning, execution, and closure
- Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Risk management and mitigation
- Time Management and Planning
- SDLC
- Understanding of IT infrastructure
- Project Management Tools eg Jira, Asana
- Budget Planning and Tracking
- Cost Estimation and Control
- Systems Integration and architecture
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Issued Apr 2023 · Expires Apr 2026
Professional Scrum Master
Issued Feb 2023
SSM-SAFe Scrum Master
Affiliations
- Chess
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
IT Senior Manager
Choice Hotels International
11.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Meritain Health An Aetna
08.2019 - 10.2021
Zella Construction
Project Cordinator
07.2015 - 06.2019
IT Project Manager
Shell Oil
10.2012 - 06.2015
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Issued Apr 2023 · Expires Apr 2026
Professional Scrum Master
Issued Feb 2023
SSM-SAFe Scrum Master
Master of Science - International Business Management
University of Northampton
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
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