Michael Barfknecht
Dallas,United States
Summary
Results-oriented Project Manager with extensive experience at Merit International, successfully coordinating over 50 incident operations while significantly improving customer satisfaction through innovative solutions. Proven expertise in project management, with strong organizational skills and adaptability in cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in Microsoft Office and JIRA, ensuring project success through effective budget control and milestone tracking. Aiming to leverage these skills to further enhance operational efficiency in future projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Merit International
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated over 50 incident operations across various sectors and emergencies.
- Contributed to successful implementation of significant Merit initiatives.
- Served as subject matter expert for site setup and contractor training.
- Supported the implementation of innovative solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with diverse team members to drive the success of Ready Now projects.
Delivery and Logistics Coordinator
Merit International
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Promoted from temporary contractor to full-time employee in two months.
- Served across various departments to provide support.
- Frequent travel undertaken to manage contracts effectively.
- Organized travel and accommodations efficiently for company employees and contractors.
- Oversaw office assets, including equipment shipping and receiving.
FedEx Delivery Driver
Lopez Brothers Logistics / J&A Delivery / Synergy Transports
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained rigorous schedule by delivering packages to residents and businesses.
- Maintained agility and efficiency on the job.
- Maintained exemplary customer service standards within strict deadlines and challenging conditions.
English Assistant
Jesuitas Colegio Inmaculada
Alicante, Spain
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked mainly in primary education for grades 1 through 6, ages 5 to 12.
- Integrated primary and secondary teaching with innovative techniques.
- Managed both individualized and comprehensive teaching scenarios effectively.
- Facilitated comprehensive understanding through individualized support.
English Teacher
Language for Life
Carpi, Italy
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided instruction and support to 15+ Italian teenagers consistently for three years.
- Completed a 2-4 week journey across Southern California.
- Exhibited advanced planning and preparation skills to address diverse situations effectively.
Education
Project Management Professional Certificate - Coursera
Google
Skills
- Adaptability
- Efficient Learner
- Organizational Skills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Independent Problem Solving
- Initiative
- Client Management
- JIRA
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Project Management
- Project Timeline Management
- Reporting Systems
- Resource Allocation
- Risk Management
- Software Development
- Sprint Management
- Task Estimation
- Web Technologies
- Google Sheets
- Confluence
- Asana
- Slack
- Milestone tracking
- Budget control
References
- Jenn Evans, Director of Customer Success, Merit International, (831) 524-4781, Jenn@gomerits.com
- Jonathan Jandorf, Program Manager, Merit International, (443) 286-9507, Jonathan@gomerits.com
Timeline
Project Manager
Merit International
04.2023 - 11.2024
Delivery and Logistics Coordinator
Merit International
05.2021 - 04.2023
FedEx Delivery Driver
Lopez Brothers Logistics / J&A Delivery / Synergy Transports
07.2020 - 05.2021
English Assistant
Jesuitas Colegio Inmaculada
09.2019 - 03.2020
English Teacher
Language for Life
07.2017 - 08.2019
Project Management Professional Certificate - Coursera
Google
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