Maribel Ocasio Santa
Caguas,Puerto Rico
Summary
Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazard Mitigation Project Manager
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinate hazard mitigation and resilience projects to ensure alignment with approved scopes, schedules, budgets, and federal compliance requirements.
- Develop and support Hazard Mitigation Proposals, analyzing project, schedule, and financial data to inform leadership decisions and corrective actions.
- Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, identifying potential natural and programmatic hazards impacting timelines, funding, or production goals.
- Support Senior Project Managers in delivering federally funded mitigation programs exceeding $1B, assisting with project scheduling, staffing coordination, and resource planning.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, coordination, documentation quality, and risk mitigation processes across programs.
- Build trusted advisor relationships with stakeholders, influencing adoption of cost reduction initiatives and procurement policies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve supplier relationship conflicts and develop improvement plans.
Grant Analyst
ICF LLC
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Supported project and program managers by reviewing and validating Requests for Reimbursement (RFR) and Requests for Advance (RFA).
- Monitored project expenditures against approved budgets and funding authorizations.
- Maintained procurement, contract, and vendor documentation to support compliance and audit readiness.
- Interpreted federal regulations and guidance to support eligibility determinations and risk assessments.
- Identified documentation gaps, risks, and variances; coordinated resolution with project, finance, and operations teams.
- Prepared analytical summaries and reports to support management decision-making.
Individual Assistant Program Specialist (IAPS)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
11.2017 - 11.2020
- Administered and supported FEMA Individual Assistance programs, including Housing Assistance (HA), Individuals and Households Program (IHP), and Other Needs Assistance (ONA).
- Reviewed, evaluated, and processed survivor applications for eligibility and compliance.
- Analyzed documentation to determine assistance amounts and program qualification.
- Provided technical guidance to state, territorial, tribal, and local partners.
- Assisted Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams, call centers, and field staff.
- Responded to complex survivor inquiries and appeals.
Project Manager
RO Construction
Caguas, Puerto Rico
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Partner with business units to assess current and future procurement needs, develop and manage bids/proposals, and ensure alignment with commercial requirements, company policies, and risk criteria.
- Lead competitive sourcing processes (RFx), evaluate vendor proposals, and negotiate and execute vendor contracts in collaboration with legal counsel.
- Manage categories post-contract execution, identifying vendor or category performance goals, monitoring vendor performance, and driving improvement metrics.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance sourcing and supplier onboarding processes.
Business Development Manager
DHL Supply Chain Management
Cataño, Puerto Rico
04.2014 - 12.2015
- Responsible for driving growth and expanding the company’s logistics and supply chain services.
- Identifying New Business Opportunities: Research and analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Sales and Proposal Development: Develop tailored solutions and proposals for clients.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with company goals.
- Contract Management: Oversee contract development, review, and execution.
- Revenue and Pipeline Management: Monitor and report on sales pipeline, forecasts, and revenue targets.
- Market Intelligence: Gather and share insights on industry trends, customer challenges, and emerging opportunities.
- Collaboration and Project Management: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of new business.
Education
Master’s in business administration (MBA) - Strategic Leadership Management
Ana G. Méndez University
01-2018
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Hazard Mitigation & Risk Reduction
- Procurement Planning & Execution
- Vendor Selection & Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Performance Management & KPI Tracking
- Stakeholder & Interagency Communication
- Budget Monitoring & Cost Control
- Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
- Project management
- Project scheduling
- Project planning and development
Certification
PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Certified Supply Chain Professional
Languages
Languages: English & Spanish (Fully Bilingual)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel (advanced tracking, analysis, reporting), Word, PowerPoint
Timeline
Hazard Mitigation Project Manager
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
09.2021 - Current
Grant Analyst
ICF LLC
12.2020 - 09.2021
Individual Assistant Program Specialist (IAPS)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
11.2017 - 11.2020
Project Manager
RO Construction
01.2016 - 10.2017
Business Development Manager
DHL Supply Chain Management
04.2014 - 12.2015
Master’s in business administration (MBA) - Strategic Leadership Management
Ana G. Méndez University