Paul Vallas
Wilton,CT
Summary
Results-driven Quality Assurance Lead, Business Analyst, and Project Manager with over 8 years of experience in IT, project management, and quality assurance. Proven track record in delivering high-quality solutions, optimizing user experiences, and driving process improvements. Skilled in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, stakeholder management, and cross-functional team collaboration. Adept at managing project scope, schedule, and budgets to achieve project goals. Seeking to contribute to innovative projects and new challenges.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Kohler Heating & Cooling
11.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
QA Lead / Business Analyst
Axe Prime
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive testing plans, improving defect detection
- Designed mobile app plans and aided in creation.
- Identified, reported, and prioritized defects, ensuring timely resolution and product quality
- Created and maintained efficient, repeatable test cases for web services
- Conducted extensive stack testing for web and mobile apps, enhancing cross-device compatibility
- Collaborated with stakeholders to analyze and enhance UI/UX, resulting in increased user satisfaction
- Utilized tools like Google Analytics to derive insights and inform actionable user stories
- Prioritized tasks within sprints, ensuring on-time development and delivery.
- Standardized bug reporting methods for better communication between QA and development teams.
- Identified critical defects through rigorous testing, resulting in a more stable product release.
- Championed the adoption of best practices in QA methodologies throughout the organization.
- Optimized test coverage by defining clear test objectives and prioritizing scenarios based on risk assessment.
QA Analyst / Business Analyst
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Conducted cross-browser/device testing for global B2B and B2C websites, ensuring seamless user experiences
- Developed and executed test plans and cases aligned with business and functional acceptance criteria
- Managed customer and dealer requests, reducing resolution time
- Collaborated with internal and offshore teams, facilitating smooth project execution
- Led regression testing efforts, presenting findings to development teams to drive improvements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features and bug fixes.
- Streamlined QA processes for better efficiency, implementing standardized test cases across multiple projects.
- Supported timely project completion through efficient prioritization and execution of test tasks.
Software Support Representative
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided technical support to global clients, managing and resolving requests efficiently
- Led projects to enhance products, improving system quality and user satisfaction
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics.
- Provided remote assistance to clients experiencing technical difficulties, resolving issues without the need for on-site visits.
- Contributed to the development of internal training materials aimed at improving overall team performance in software support tasks.
Project Manager
Darmont Construction
03.2015 - 10.2018
- Led and executed complex construction projects, including hotels and subterranean parking garages
- Managed project scope, schedule, quality, and risk using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Developed detailed project schedules, optimizing resource allocation and tracking progress
- Oversaw project budgets, negotiated contracts, and implemented cost-effective solutions.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
DePaul University
Chicago, IL03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA03.2008
Core Curriculum and Basic Coursework - Business Administration
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA03.2007
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Requirements Gathering
- Stack Testing
- Test Case Creation
- Agile Methodology
- Functional Testing
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Scrum Framework
- User Interface (UI) Testing
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- DevOps Practices
- Jira Issue Tracking
- Integration Testing
- Database Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Wire Framing
- Project Scheduling
- Project planning and development
- Project estimation and bidding
- Scope Management
Certification
Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) in Database Management, 2018
Timeline
Project Manager
Kohler Heating & Cooling
11.2023 - Current
QA Lead / Business Analyst
Axe Prime
01.2021 - 10.2023
QA Analyst / Business Analyst
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation
03.2019 - 01.2021
Software Support Representative
Cannondale Bicycle Corporation
03.2018 - 03.2019
Project Manager
Darmont Construction
03.2015 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State University - Bakersfield
Core Curriculum and Basic Coursework - Business Administration
Santa Monica College
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