Payal Dhingra
Project Manager
Lansing,MI
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 7 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget, and financial management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Project Manager
Community Dreams Foundation
07.2025 - Current
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables; develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans for 5+ projects.
- Manage stakeholder communications, delivering status updates and dashboards to ensure alignment.
- Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Track KPIs and implement process improvements, maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
- 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.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
Project Coordinator – DEI & Cross-Departmental
Central Michigan University
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated 6+ student-led projects for the DEI Club, enhancing community engagement through inclusive leadership.
- Analyzed student representation data to inform participation strategies, improving event turnout by 15%.
- Supported event scheduling and promotional materials for workshops and panels.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
Project Coordinator
LeadStack Inc. (US Pharma Staffing)
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed timelines and resources for 50+ pharmaceutical staffing projects using Microsoft Project, boosting efficiency by 20%.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align project processes with business goals in healthcare.
- Analyzed workforce trends to develop leadership strategies for talent acquisition campaigns.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
Assistant Coordinator
ACS (American Cyber System/Innova Pharma Staffing)
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported project strategies for life sciences staffing, streamlining processes with external stakeholders.
- Conducted industry research for workforce training programs, enhancing project outcomes.
- Ensured resource availability and mitigated roadblocks for 30+ projects, assisting with budget planning.
- Attended staff meetings, notified parents regarding special events and interacted with families on routine basis.
- Recorded project expenses and submitted weekly reports to management.
- Conducted research on industry trends and best practices, informing strategic decisions within the organization.
- Organized meetings and workshops, improving internal collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Coordinator
Mindlance Inc.
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Tracked timelines, budgets, and resources for clinical trials, ensuring compliance and on-schedule delivery.
- Managed participant payments and billing, reducing risks in trial progress.
- Delivered customer-centric solutions by aligning projects with contract scopes and goals.
Education
Master of Project Management -
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI05.2025
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Skills
Project Management: Project planning, scheduling, risk management, milestone tracking, protocol management
Leadership: Stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, conflict resolution, inclusive leadership
Project management
Project planning
Project planning and development
Project tracking
Strategic planning
Schedule management
Risk management
Team collaboration
Work flow planning
Project scheduling
Task prioritization
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, 2025-07-01
Personal Information
- Relocation: 1
- Availability: Open to Relocation
- Visa Status: OPT Eligible
Campus Involvement And Volunteer Work
Central Michigan University, 2023-09-01, 2025-05-01, Member, International Student Organization Club, Volunteer, Isabella Community Soup Kitchen, Member, Residence Housing Association, Member, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Club, Member, Swift Taylor Club, Volunteer, CMU Food Pantry
Opt Eligible
True
Timeline
Project Manager
Community Dreams Foundation
07.2025 - Current
Project Coordinator – DEI & Cross-Departmental
Central Michigan University
09.2024 - 05.2025
Project Coordinator
LeadStack Inc. (US Pharma Staffing)
12.2021 - 02.2023
Assistant Coordinator
ACS (American Cyber System/Innova Pharma Staffing)
01.2020 - 12.2021
Coordinator
Mindlance Inc.
04.2018 - 12.2019
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Master of Project Management -
Central Michigan University