Results-driven IT Project Manager with expertise in managing high-stakes projects, including budgets up to $120 million. Proven ability to lead teams in project, procurement, and contract management for complex IT solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Project Manager
Wyoming Department Of Health
Cheyenne, WY
02.2024 - Current
Lead Project Manager for the Design, Development, and Implementation of the new iteration of the Fraud, Waste, & Abuse solution as part of the Wyoming Integrated Next Generation Systems (WINGS) IT and Medicaid Solutions within 18 months.
Lead Project Manager for the Operations and Maintenance of the Electronic Visit Verification (EV&V) solution as part of the Wyoming Integrated Next Generation Systems (WINGS) IT and Medicaid Solution
Lead Procurement & Project Manager for the Procurement of the State owned Wyoming Eligibility System (WES), achieving completion of the Procurement within 2 years.
Lead Procurement and Project Manager for the Call Service Center, a subset but separate component of the Wyoming Eligibility System Procurement.
Manage high visibility, strategically important projects as requested by the State Medicaid Agent and Technology & Business Operations Section Manager, with Project Budgets ranging from $10 million up to $120 million.
Contract Management Support: Provide support to the Contract Managers on complex and technically challenging projects with a large contracted workforce with large financial and operational impacts. Assist in project and contract documentation review, SLA assessments, and Contract Amendments.
Procurement Management: Manage and Lead Procurement teams through creation of Request for Proposal's (RFP), Statement of Work (SOW), participate and coordinate on proposal evaluation committees for State Medicaid Procurements. Assist and coordinate Contract Negotiations with vendors.
Security Operations Manager
Securitas Security Services USA
Franklin, TN
04.2021 - 11.2021
Developed and implemented security protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
Managed incident response procedures, ensuring swift resolution of security breaches.
Conducted regular training sessions for security personnel to maintain compliance with company standards.
Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to strengthen community relations and emergency response plans.
Maintained a secure work environment for clients and employees, prioritizing safety at all times
Communicated new and existing security risks and protocols to employees and clients, ensuring Security Officers are up to date on the latest safety measures
Skillfully managed emergency situations, such as natural disasters, theft, and intruders
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
U.S. Air Force
Florida
02.2019 - 04.2021
Dispatched from the shop to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft
Repaired damage to metal and composite equipment and airframes
Fabricated, formed, drilled, riveted and installed aircraft parts
Utilized safety harnesses and maintenance stands to access repair areas out of reach of ladders
Operated sanding and painting equipment for full aircraft paints when assigned to corrosion section
Completed 12-hour duty days working overhead or below the waist with heavy tooling and equipment.
General Laborer
C.W. Wright Construction
Chester, VA
06.2017 - 01.2019
Excavation and trenching operations: using hand tools, shovels, and excavation equipment to install underground utility lines and electrical conduits.
Pipe Installation: by aligning and positioning pipes within trenches, connecting sections, and sealing joints to ensure proper functioning of utility systems.
Backfilling and Compaction: filling trenches with soil or other backfill material after pipe installation and ensuring proper compaction to prevent settling or damage to pipes.
Operated construction equipment such as compactors, jackhammers, and power tools under the guidance of a supervisor, to aid in the excavation and installation process.
Assisted in loading and unloading construction materials, tools, and equipment from trucks or storage areas, ensuring they are safely transported and organized at the worksite.
Prepared worksites by clearing debris, rocks, and other obstacles, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.
Complied with safety protocols and guidelines
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts, MA
BBA - Business Admin & Project Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
Skills
Risk Management
IT Infrastructure Management
Project Management & Agile / Scrum
Contract Management
Procurement Management
Certification
CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management, PMI.org