PETER REED
Manchester,CT
Summary
Highly skilled Navy veteran with extensive experience in project management. Served as a senior project manager, leading migrations and conversion projects within a Cloud ERP (Utilities) system. Has a strong track record of managing multiple complex projects using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies. Certified as a Scrum Master (CSM), demonstrating a commitment to industry best practices. Adept at driving projects to successful completion and seeking to leverage this robust skill set in project management to deliver strategic and impactful results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Implementation Project Manager
Meridian Cooperative
10.2011 - 06.2024
- Led project planning and execution for over 20 client projects annually, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate
- Managed cross-functional teams of 25+ including network engineers, developers, and QA to ensure on-time delivery of critical IT projects
- Directed the migration, conversion, enhancement, and regulatory projects from legacy systems to a hybrid web cloud environment, while using Platform as a Service (PaaS) resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs while effectively meeting the needs and expectations of customers throughout the project lifecycle
- Led the complete overhaul of the company's mobile application infrastructure to accommodate a 100% increase in user traffic for Migrations, Conversions, Enhancements, and Regulatory Projects
- Oversaw the technical design and implementation of software solutions, ensuring alignment with client specifications and reducing post-deployment issues by 25%
- Applied Waterfall methodology to define clear goals, well documented process, reducing risks, and ensuring deliverables are met before the next phase begins
Technical Architect
Genesis Networks Solutions
01.2011 - 10.2011
- Led the design and implementation of complex network and software architectures, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry standards, resulting in a 25% increase in system efficiency
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop scalable and reliable solutions, reducing project delivery time by 15% through streamlined processes and effective communication
- Managed technical risks by conducting thorough assessments and implementing mitigation strategies, leading to a 20% reduction in project delays and cost overruns
- Optimized system performance by analyzing and fine-tuning architecture components, resulting in a 30% improvement in network speed and reliability
- Guided technical decisions across multiple projects, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices, which led to a 10% increase in overall project quality and client satisfaction
- Maintained project timelines by coordinating with stakeholders and managing resources effectively, achieving on-time delivery for 95% of assigned projects
Systems Programmer Analyst
First Data Corporation
08.2005 - 08.2010
- Developed and maintained complex software systems to support payment processing operations, resulting in a 20% increase in transaction processing speed and a 15% reduction in system errors
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement new system features, improving overall system functionality by 25% and enhancing user experience for internal stakeholders
- Optimized system performance through regular monitoring and code refinement, leading to a 30% decrease in downtime and a 20% improvement in system response times
- Troubleshot and resolved critical system issues, achieving a 95% success rate for incident resolution within the first 24 hours, which minimized operational disruptions
- Ensured seamless integration of new software components with existing infrastructure, reducing integration-related issues by 40% and improving overall system stability
- Conducted regular security assessments and implemented necessary updates to protect against vulnerabilities, resulting in a 50% decrease in potential security threats and data breaches
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Miles College
Fairfield, ALSkills
- Agile JIRA and Confluence, Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook (MS Office Suite), Smartsheet, utilityPOWERnet (UPN), ClickUp, MS Dynamics, Salesnet CRM, SCRUM, Salesforce, Oracle SQL Developer, SAP R3, PeopleSoft, Visio Professional, Microsoft Project,Windows Terminal Server, Cisco VPN and Solaris
- AWS, Azure, IBM/MVS, UNIX, Interactive UNIX Operating, z/OS, Stratus VOS, TANDEM HP NonStop Kernel (NSK) & S-Series, MS Windows 9X/NT/2000/XP, Solaris 2X, Internet Information Server (IIS), Microsoft Transaction Server (MTS) and Sun O/S
- ITUP (AT&T SDLC), SQL, HTML, DHTML, XML, Common Gateway Interface (CGI), JavaScript, Visual Basic, Visual Interdev, Apple Script, NET, Visual C, C, Mumps, HzERM, Active Server Pages (ASP), Perl, Paradox 45/50, FUP, Enscribe, COBOL85, SQLCI, Enform, TACL, Mr-Win6530, NDM Connect Direct, Mediacom, IBM Tivoli Workload Scheduler, TEdit, Spoolcom, Peruse, utsideView, Prognosis 85, CA Service Desk, SharePoint, Viewpoint (EMS Console), CA Event Manager, Enterprise Management (EM), SGML
Certification
- Scrum Master Certified
- Agile Project Management
OVERVIEW OF KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
- Project Management & Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading multi-dimensional teams in high-pressure, fast-paced environments utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Consistently delivered projects on schedule and within established parameters. Developed project plans by integrating technology and best practices for both Agile and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), aligning them with the organization's scope and vision. This approach promoted effective scheduling, resource planning, estimation, budgeting, control, and task completion.
- Operations Management: Served as Subject Matter Expert in operations and project management and spearheaded projects to improve standard operating procedures. Exceptional cross-functional partner, consensus builder, and thought leader in driving transformation and scaling operations; reputation for establishing cultures of excellence and inspiring diversified groups.
- Training | Development: A versatile and innovative management individual who is skilled at seeing the “big picture” while focusing on the details throughout the entire process. Demonstrated ability to assimilate new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Dedicated and innovative team builder with a superior work ethic.
Timeline
Implementation Project Manager
Meridian Cooperative
10.2011 - 06.2024
Technical Architect
Genesis Networks Solutions
01.2011 - 10.2011
Systems Programmer Analyst
First Data Corporation
08.2005 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Miles College
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