Mary Casstevens Canavan
Boerne,TX
Summary
An experienced project management consultant who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams in a variety of highly competitive industries. An impressive track record of more than 35 years of hands-on experience in governmental affairs, business reorganization, program, project, and construction management. Proven ability to analyze projects' critical requirements, identify deficiencies, potential opportunities, and develop cost-effective solutions for enhancing the scope and timeframe of the project. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes for efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational workflows and communicating clear goals for distressed projects, requiring significant nontraditional solutions to meet goals and deadlines.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Buffalo Homes LLC
Boerne, Texas
05.2018 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including budgets and schedules for effective tracking.
- Conducted inspections of job sites to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Identified project risks, developing strategies to mitigate them effectively.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders to align project goals with expectations.
Special Projects Manager
Edison Chouest Offshore
Galliano, Louisiana
06.2013 - 05.2018
- Recruited by Dino Chouest, who had observed the construction and project management of his 22,000 sq. ft. ranch home in South Texas from 2007 to 2009.
- Reported directly to Gary Chouest, President, and Dino Chouest, Vice President, as Special Projects Manager.
- Managed the design and build of the Chevron and BP housing at Port Fourchon, an 87,000 sq. ft. addition to the Chouest main office in Galliano, including DIRTT modular glass and solid wall systems, and the Remote Monitoring Center (RMC) for real-time monitoring of vessel systems.
- Managed multiple projects, including a 35,000 sq. ft. Family home on Kwandwe Game Reserve in South Africa, and the build-out of ten employee houses, including streets and utilities, in addition to the construction of the Chouest office and warehouse in Valdez, Alaska, to support ECO’s 30-year contract for the Ship Escort Response Vessel System (SERVS).
- The build-out from land purchase to move-in was 17 months, requiring sixty to ninety hour work weeks, including working through harsh winters.
Project Manager
ATT
San Antonio, Texas
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Product Manager
ATT (contracted through Volt Consulting Management Services)
San Antonio, Texas
06.2010 - 02.2011
- Product management of multiple technical projects from Phase 0 through development and launch.
- Product development for the controlled introduction of AVPN products and services.
- Lead the Controlled Introduction War Room Team to ensure that IT issues are managed and resolved according to Service Level Agreement criteria.
- Monitored the performance of technical services in a controlled environment.
- Leveraged team's technical knowledge to navigate functional requirements.
Vice President
Buffalo Homes, Inc.
Comfort, Texas
01.2004 - 06.2010
- Managed multiple business elements: design with architects and customers, drafting general specifications, contracts, bidding costs, and overseeing the finished product of the job.
- Built a small building business from $600,000 per annum in 2004 to over $25 million in 2010.
Associate Director - Product Development
SBC Management Services (ATT)
San Antonio, TX
06.2000 - 04.2004
- Led core teams comprised of diverse intra- and inter-corporate partners to deliver new technology and enhancements, including the development and management of product business cases and timelines.
- I completed career with SBC as a Product Developer for the Definition and Assessment team, where new product concepts and marketing strategies were critiqued and analyzed for clarification, profitability, and viability.
- Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
Community Relations Manager
Southwestern Bell Wireless (ATT)
Corpus Christi, TX
06.1997 - 05.2000
- Recruited from the Alliance to manage Community Relations and Marketing in a highly visible position, with community leaders serving on civic boards and meeting with special interest groups.
- Provided knowledge of local social, economic, and political changes.
- Managed sponsorships, advertising, and promotions.
- Developed strong partnerships between SWBW, local authorities, businesses, and non-profits.
Sales and Marketing Director
Greater Corpus Christi Business Alliance
Corpus Christi, USA
09.1995 - 06.1997
- Recruited to reorganize and combine the departments of the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development, and the Convention and Tourist Bureau.
- Increased membership sales and sponsorship dollars to record numbers.
- Significant changes due to reorganization required the ability to maintain effective relationships with the Board of Directors, the CEO, community leaders, as well as staff members.
Education
BFA - Communications
Texas A&M
Corpus Christi, TX01.1993
Skills
- Project management
- Budgeting
- Risk assessment
- Contract negotiation
- Scheduling
- Resource allocation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Problem solving
- Project scope analysis
- Client relations
- Permit processing
- Construction management
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Relationship building
- International business
Community Service
- Chairman, Corpus Christi Legislative Weekend, 1996, Hosted 75 Texas State Legislators and guests for three days to promote key Port of Corpus Christi industries.
- General Chairman, Bayfest, 1995, Festival providing a means for 90 non-profits to raise funds. Raised over 1.5m.
Timeline
Project Manager
Buffalo Homes LLC
05.2018 - Current
Special Projects Manager
Edison Chouest Offshore
06.2013 - 05.2018
Project Manager
ATT
03.2011 - 06.2013
Product Manager
ATT (contracted through Volt Consulting Management Services)
06.2010 - 02.2011
Vice President
Buffalo Homes, Inc.
01.2004 - 06.2010
Associate Director - Product Development
SBC Management Services (ATT)
06.2000 - 04.2004
Community Relations Manager
Southwestern Bell Wireless (ATT)
06.1997 - 05.2000
Sales and Marketing Director
Greater Corpus Christi Business Alliance
09.1995 - 06.1997
BFA - Communications
Texas A&M