Results-driven Transportation Program Manager with expertise in strategic planning, process improvement, and team leadership. Proven ability to enhance visitor engagement and streamline operations across national parks.
Results-driven Project Manager with expertise in strategic planning, process improvement, and team leadership. Successfully led cross-functional teams to implement conservation initiatives, enhancing stakeholder engagement and operational efficiency.
Work History
Transportation Program Manager & Project Manager
National Park Service - Midwest Region | 2019 - 2025
Developed strategic partnerships with stakeholders to enhance visitor engagement and park resources.
Facilitated project planning sessions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
Streamlined reporting processes to improve communication of program outcomes and challenges.
Led cross-functional teams to implement conservation initiatives across Midwest national parks.
Engineering Manager
Black & Veatch | 2011 - 2019
Established design team of 150 for new client services to enhance service delivery
Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
Developed and implemented process improvements, increasing operational efficiency by streamlining workflows.
Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges.
Senior Engineering Manager
Design Sense, Inc. | 2002 - 2011
Led cross-functional teams to enhance product development timelines and improve collaboration.
Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional growth and skill enhancement within the team.
Implemented process improvements resulting in increased operational efficiency across engineering projects.
Developed strategic engineering initiatives aligned with organizational goals and market demands.
Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions promptly.
Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions, promoting best practices and innovative solutions within the engineering team.
Established performance metrics for monitoring team progress towards key objectives, driving accountability and transparency among team members.
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