Krista Koeplin
Genoa,IL
Summary
Experienced project manager with a background in executing project management tasks and a proven track record of coordinating project milestones. Proficient in supporting project objectives and optimizing processes to improve team productivity. Demonstrated expertise in managing timelines and facilitating clear communication with stakeholders.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Project Manager
General Kinematics
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Manage projects with a combined value of $2 million, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget
- Prepare and distribute project status reports, facilitating communication between stakeholders and teams
- Successfully managed an internal office space remodel valued at $500,000, coordinating with maintenance, contractors, leadership, and city agencies, to ensure compliance and timely completion.
- Contributed to risk management efforts, identifying potential obstacles and developing mitigation strategies.
Program Specialist | Project Coordinator
Fairbanks Morse Defense
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Assisted Program Manager in managing scope, schedule, finances, risks, opportunities, and resource allocation for programs totaling over $400 million
- Hosted and presented in multiple weekly customer meetings
- Supported proposal team by analyzing historical data for new business proposals
- Managed Scope Change Proposals and created project schedules using MS Project and Excel
- Led an internal rework project, resulting in $75K cost savings on a projected loss
Equipment Operator Trainee
Exelon Corp
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Successfully completed the Basic Math and Science Test (BMST), Plant Operator Selection System (POSS), and Generic Fundamentals Examination for reactor operators
- Trained in understanding 28 systems of a boiling water reactor nuclear power plant required for plant operations, including the purpose, flow path, power supplies, and operation of equipment
Student Mentor
Enhancing Engineering Pathways
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted middle school and high school young women with hands-on learning activities to allow them to explore the engineering field
- Organized group activities and outings based on available funding and group interests
- Traveled to and presented at area schools to promote EEP
Engineering Intern, Regional Reliability
ComEd
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Utilized data analysis techniques to automate device placement and explore alternative locations for Smart Grid technology deployments
- Developed an Excel VBA script to automate work orders, demonstrating problem-solving skills and technical proficiency
- Worked with ComEd reliability engineers to conduct in-field analysis of poles, power lines, and wildlife impact
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Oregon State University
07-2025
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -
Northern Illinois University
05.2019
Associates of Engineering Science - Associates of Science
Kishwaukee Community College
12.2016
Skills
- Oracle and Syteline ERP Proficiency
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
- Intermediate SolidWorks Proficiency
- Intermediate Python Programming
- Effective Meeting Facilitation
- Effective Project Planning
- Project Scope Management
- Task Coordination Using MS Project, Trello and Asana
Timeline
Junior Project Manager
General Kinematics
08.2024 - 01.2025
Program Specialist | Project Coordinator
Fairbanks Morse Defense
01.2021 - 07.2024
Equipment Operator Trainee
Exelon Corp
07.2020 - 12.2020
Engineering Intern, Regional Reliability
ComEd
06.2018 - 08.2018
Student Mentor
Enhancing Engineering Pathways
01.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering -
Northern Illinois University
Associates of Engineering Science - Associates of Science
Kishwaukee Community College
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Oregon State University
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