Leslie Newton
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Accomplished Capital Project Manager delivering effective communication and timeline planning. Known for fostering cross-functional collaboration and implementing strategic enhancements, ready to drive impactful results in project execution.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Capital Project Manager
Georgia Pacific
Atlanta, GA
07.2018 - 06.2025
- Coordinated resources across departments to ensure timely project execution and delivery.
- Managed stakeholder communications to align expectations throughout project lifecycles.
- Facilitated risk assessment meetings for identifying and mitigating project challenges.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Established partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors for collaborative outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets to guide execution.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to devise innovative solutions for complex issues.
- Sought feedback from stakeholders to identify areas for improvement throughout projects.
Project Manager New Product Introduction
Georgia Pacific
Atlanta, GA
04.2011 - 06.2018
- Led project planning sessions to define scope and establish timelines.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for project alignment and effective communication.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across projects.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines, ensuring timely delivery.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes, maintaining budget adherence.
Supply Manager
Georgia Pacific
Atlanta, California
03.2006 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with logistics, finance, sales, and marketing departments for streamlined processes.
- Directed training and assessment of eight direct reports in standard work procedures.
- Implemented improved processes to enhance overall supply chain performance.
- Implemented inventory management systems to maintain stock accuracy and availability.
- Collaborated with other departments to design efficient logistics solutions for product distribution.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix
Atlanta, GA07-2006
Skills
- Project management and budget oversight
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Timeline planning and process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication and problem solving
- Team leadership
- Influencing skills
- Project planning and development
- Project tracking
- Meeting facilitation
Timeline
Capital Project Manager
Georgia Pacific
07.2018 - 06.2025
Project Manager New Product Introduction
Georgia Pacific
04.2011 - 06.2018
Supply Manager
Georgia Pacific
03.2006 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix