Melanie Lavin
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Seasoned assistant project manager with comprehensive experience in leading projects from inception to completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes for efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational workflows and significantly improving project outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St Louis, MO
01.2026 - Current
- Developed and maintained project schedules and timelines to support timely execution of hospital initiatives.
- Coordinated efforts in developing project plans that promote effective communication across various departments and stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance operational efficiency across project workflows.
- Facilitated collaboration among diverse teams to achieve strategic objectives supporting hospital initiatives.
- Assessed project milestones to recognize risks and implement timely mitigation measures to ensure project success.
- Facilitated collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure adherence to patient care standards and regulatory compliance during project execution.
- Facilitated effective communication with subcontractors to uphold quality workmanship and achieve project completion within specified deadlines and financial limits.
- Created and updated project documentation to support effective project management and communication.
- Ensured on-time project completion through proactive risk identification and development of effective mitigation plans.
- Ensured accurate project tracking by consistently updating schedules, status reports, and budgets to support effective project execution.
- Facilitated team meetings to evaluate project progress and strategize for timely delivery.
- Facilitated team collaboration by organizing regular meetings, ensuring clear communication, and establishing shared goals.
- Promoted a secure working environment through consistent enforcement of safety standards and regulations.
- Facilitated seamless construction operations by managing site logistics, including materials delivery, equipment storage, and personnel access, to reduce interruptions.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and implemented solutions to minimize project interruptions.
- Led team meetings to establish consensus on project goals and delineate individual responsibilities.
- Managed stakeholder meetings to discuss and clarify deliverables and address any scheduling conflicts.
Facilities Operations Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
Creve Coeur, MO
02.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, security policies, and other applicable laws.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify any issues or potential problems.
- Maintained accurate records of facility-related expenses and invoices.
- Assisted with budget preparation by providing cost estimates for proposed projects or repairs.
- Participated in meetings with contractors and vendors to discuss project timelines and costs.
- Worked closely with other departments to ensure that their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Managed system work orders by distributing assignments and closing out completed work after walk-throughs.
- Directed emergency response to serious building issues to contain problems, control damages and develop corrective plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation standards to increase appeal of facility.
- Enforced compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Nursing Project Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
Creve Coeur
03.2003 - 02.2022
- I worked as a liaison between the Nursing Departments and Planning, Design, and Construction.
- I worked with various support service departments in coordinating work that needs to be completed on nursing units.
- I'm also part of our Emergency Management Disaster group.
- My duties within this group are helping Executive leadership make the best decisions for the hospital during a disaster or evacuation.
- Resolved conflicts among team members by providing creative solutions that addressed all parties' needs.
- Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss project requirements, objectives or outcomes.
- Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives related to future projects.
- Coordinated with internal departments as well as external vendors to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Developed and implemented project plans, established timelines, tracked progress and ensured deadlines were met.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified potential issues that could affect project success.
- Coordinated with department leads to identify and outline solutions to client-specified challenges.
Food Services Worker
Nazareth Living Center
Saint Louis County, US
10.1999 - 02.2003
- I worked part time as a food service tech while I was in high school and college.
- I served dinner to the residents in the nursing home and then cleaned up and reset tables for the next morning.
Education
Associates - Business
Meramec Community College
Saint Louis County, MOSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Client relationship management
- Effective time prioritization
- Collaborative team management
- Problem-solving skills
- Budget development
- Thoroughness in task execution
- Informed decision-making
- Regulatory adherence
- Effective problem resolution
- Efficient spreadsheet organization
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Service excellence
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Effective project oversight
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Scope management
- Meeting coordination
- Project planning and management
- Project development
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Relationship building
- Creative thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Self motivation
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
01.2026 - Current
Facilities Operations Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Nursing Project Coordinator
Mercy Hospital
03.2003 - 02.2022
Food Services Worker
Nazareth Living Center
10.1999 - 02.2003
Associates - Business
Meramec Community College