Lino Azevedo
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Project Manager with extensive experience in delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement effective project management techniques that drive business growth. Recognized for fostering a positive team environment by leveraging the strengths of team members and encouraging collaboration. Committed to exceeding expectations both personally and professionally, consistently striving for excellence in every endeavor.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
JLL@Google
Mountain View, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Manage and lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
- Cultivate strong relationships with clients, global stakeholders, and team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering an inclusive culture of collaboration that empowers individuals to achieve their best performance.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, track progress, and proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues to guarantee smooth execution.
- Oversee project finances, track budgets closely to ensure strict adherence to constraints, and provide accurate cost forecasts.
- Implement robust quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards and exceed client expectations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing innovative project management practices.
- Managed many incoming calls, emails and pings per day from other pillars and external vendors.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Senior Project Manager
Silva Custom Construction
San Jose, CA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Led project teams in delivering high-quality construction projects within timelines and budgets.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to optimize workflow efficiency across multiple projects.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
- Mentored junior project managers, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
- Analyzed project risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on project delivery.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms for the company.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Project Manager II
Pivot Interiors
Santa Clara, CA
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed projects of various sizes on four high-profile accounts. This consisted of managing orders, deliverables, coordinating pick-ups/deliveries; coordinating & managing installations with various sub-contractors, attending OAC calls, safety meeting/briefings, and final project walks with Clients and GC's, managing schedules, and problem solving with the team.
- Built trust with the Clients and GC's through coordination, communication, and project coordination and delivery.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.
- Managed project risks and issues, proactively identifying and implementing solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Implemented project management best practices, resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.
Project Manager
Level-It Installations
Santa Clara, CA
01.2015 - 07.2021
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects within scope, timeline, and budget.
- Implemented project management methodologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Managed stakeholder expectations and communicated project progress effectively.
- Managed and submitted many types of documentation and files, from permits to safety forms and client-specific documents.
Education
Certification - Portuguese and Business Administration
Universidade NOVA de Lisboa
Lisboa, PT01-2011
Business Management - undefined
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA01-2009
Skills
- Core Program Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Directing multi-disciplinary teams across various departments and external partners
- Complex Project Lifecycle Management: Leading large-scale initiatives from inception and requirements planning through to completion
- Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identifying project risks, developing contingencies, and communicating impacts to stakeholders
- Requirements Planning & Scheduling: Defining project scopes, establishing hard deadlines, and keeping all players aligned on progress
- Vendor & Operations Strategy
- Strategic Vendor Management: Acting as the primary liaison for third-party vendors, ensuring accountability, delivery, and quality
- Process Improvement & Methodology: Designing and proposing new workflows to streamline operations and enhance product/service quality
- Resource & Budget Allocation: Managing project finances and optimizing resource deployment for maximum efficiency
- Communication & Stakeholder Alignment
- Global Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinating effectively with partners and leadership across different offices and time zones
- Executive Communication & Reporting: Translating complex project statuses into clear, actionable updates for leadership
- Conflict Resolution & Relationship Building: Fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment that empowers teams to thrive
Accomplishments
- MTV-PR55: Successfully managed the unique furniture and spatial requirements for the PR55 project, ensuring the environment met the specific functional needs of the team while adhering to site-wide standards.
- FRE-RELI1250-Raxium: Played a key role in the Raxium TI project, coordinating technical layouts and specialized furniture systems to support the high-tech demands of that specific workspace.
- Installation Oversight: My leadership in overseeing complex furniture installs has consistently resulted in projects being completed according to technical specifications and within the necessary spatial constraints.
LANGUAGES
English: Native
Portuguese: Native
Spanish: Advanced
Timeline
Project Manager
JLL@Google
06.2024 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Silva Custom Construction
09.2023 - 06.2024
Project Manager II
Pivot Interiors
02.2022 - 09.2023
Project Manager
Level-It Installations
01.2015 - 07.2021
Business Management - undefined
Evergreen Valley College
Certification - Portuguese and Business Administration
Universidade NOVA de Lisboa