Melissa Watson
Alleyton,TX
Summary
Experienced professional and manager with a proven track record of successfully overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning and risk assessment, with a strong focus on team collaboration to foster a results-driven environment and adapt to changing needs. Recognized for reliability, leadership, and effective communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Project Manager & Portfolio Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
02.2022 - Current
- Delivered optimal value on multiple business and technical implementations of projects.
- Earned CAPM Certification.
- Streamlined project management assignments as AHA administrator, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative working environment.
- Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential obstacles in the project lifecycle, ensuring smooth transitions between phases.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Led team meetings to assess project intake items and assign Project Managers to intake items.
Sr. Project Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Successfully drove project success by utilizing knowledge and skills while earning CAPM Certification.
- Coordinated project activities, timelines, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion.
- Authored best practice guidelines to participating project members, setting policies and protocols to maximize efficiency and reduce risk.
- Optimized resource allocation by continually assessing workload distribution among team members based on skill sets and availability.
- Defined onboarding process for new project members, communicating regularly with other departments to coordinate schedules.
Executive Assistant
UnitedHealth Group
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Cultivated senior-level relationships, providing calendar, travel, and team support to Sr. Vice President.
- Assisted in project planning and coordination, contributing to the successful execution of initiatives.
Senior Administrative Assistant
UnitedHealth Group
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Provided organizational support to Vice President, including newsletter creation and backup of clinical administrative tasks.
- Assisted in project documentation and process improvement efforts.
Executive Assistant
Unity Resources LLC
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed payroll, accounts payable, bookkeeping, Human Resources, office administration, and investor relations.
- Supported project management activities, including scheduling and resource coordination.
Payroll Specialist
Paycom
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Primary contact for all payroll and Human Resource 250 client needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of payroll systems and processes for 250 clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Jacksonville Theological Seminary
Jacksonville, FL06-2002
Skills
- Project Management
- CAPM Certification
- Resource Allocation
- Stakeholder Management
- Process Improvement
- Team Coordination
- Communication
- Project scheduling
- Meeting facilitation
- Client relationships
Certification
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) April 2022- April 2028
Timeline
Associate Project Manager & Portfolio Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
02.2022 - Current
Sr. Project Coordinator
UnitedHealth Group
03.2020 - 02.2022
Executive Assistant
UnitedHealth Group
03.2018 - 03.2020
Senior Administrative Assistant
UnitedHealth Group
08.2015 - 03.2018
Executive Assistant
Unity Resources LLC
04.2013 - 06.2015
Payroll Specialist
Paycom
03.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Jacksonville Theological Seminary
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