Open To Work
MICHAEL COLLACCHI
Lafayette Hill,PA
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Independent Project ManagerSenior Program ManagerProject/Program ManagerQA Test Lead (Contractor)Test Lead – ERP (Contractor)Salary Range
175000/yr - 200000/yrImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balancePaid time offHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs401k matchSummary
Dynamic and results-driven Senior IT Program/Project Manager with over 28 years of experience leading large-scale technology initiatives, delivering enterprise solutions, and managing multimillion-dollar programs for Fortune 100 companies. Expertise in strategic program delivery, cross-functional leadership, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Project Manager
Collacchi Consulting, LLC
Lafayette Hill, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Achieved timely and budget-compliant delivery of multiple technology programs through effective management of scope and resources. Collaborated with executive leadership to define strategic program objectives, implement governance practices, and enhance portfolio execution, visibility, and alignment with business priorities.
- Developed comprehensive project plans aligning with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated improved communication among teams to accelerate delivery cycle times.
Senior Program Manager
Syzygy Integration
Conshohocken, PA
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Achieved timely project delivery through effective management of enterprise programs. Established robust delivery frameworks that facilitated collaboration across engineering operations and finance. Drove project success by aligning team efforts with strategic objectives.
- Directed multiple high-priority government programs, ensuring accountability for budgetary performance and comprehensive portfolio reporting to executive leadership.
- Designed and executed comprehensive project strategies and timelines to ensure fulfillment of client contractual obligations.
Project/Program Manager
Dassault Systèmes
Radnor, PA
06.2016 - 03.2021
- Oversaw complex programs across the full software development lifecycle, ensuring effective resource planning, financial management, communication, risk mitigation, and change control.
- Managed project plans and operational tasks to optimize resource allocation, budget adherence, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Adapted project management methodologies by transitioning between agile and waterfall approaches based on project requirements and client objectives.
QA Test Lead (Contractor)
American Water
Voorhees, NJ
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Oversaw the creation and execution of comprehensive test strategies to align with SOX compliance standards. Led testing initiatives across multiple projects to enhance quality assurance processes.
- Independently, designed, developed and implemented Test Strategies, Plans, Test Cases and Test Processes driving swift corrective actions as required, significant cost savings and adherence to internal and external audit SOX compliance requirements.
Test Lead – ERP (Contractor)
AstraZeneca
Wilmington, DE
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed comprehensive testing phases for SAP HR to ensure seamless system integration and effective defect resolution.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute comprehensive test plans and timelines efficiently.
Education
B.S. - Business Management
3.41GPA
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Agile/Waterfall Methodologies
- Strategic Planning
- Budget management
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Collaborative leadership
- Microsoft 365
- ServiceNow/Sharepoint
- Jira
Accomplishments
- Managed the full SDLC for multi-million dollar deployments, from requirements gathering to post-deployment support, ensuring deliverables consistently exceeded client expectations.
- Steered a portfolio of 8 concurrent, complex IT projects, overseeing a multi-million dollar budget from concept to successful closure.
- Architected a 2-year IT and Business Roadmap in collaboration with executive leadership, aligning technology resources with long-term business growth and operational priorities.
Certification
Certified Master Project Manager (MPM) – American Academy of Project Management
AI Mastery Certificate: ChatGPT, Claude, Jasper AI, Midjourney, Lovable
Timeline
Independent Project Manager - Collacchi Consulting, LLC
02.2024 - Current
Senior Program Manager - Syzygy Integration
03.2021 - 02.2024
Project/Program Manager - Dassault Systèmes
06.2016 - 03.2021
QA Test Lead (Contractor) - American Water
02.2014 - 06.2016
Test Lead – ERP (Contractor) - AstraZeneca
04.2012 - 01.2013
Wilmington University - B.S., Business Management
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Previous leadership and consulting roles with NFI Industries, Comcast, Protiviti, Answerthink, Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG. Managed SAP security and compliance programs, led IT client services, directed enterprise implementations, and delivered audit and risk control initiatives across HR, finance, supply chain, and operations domains.