Savannah M. Plant

• Streamlined operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and procedures.
• Responsible for communicating with program managers from different teams within the transmission division regarding policy changes, projects funding request, tracking of funds and ensuring budgets and obligations are on track.
• Increased collaboration between departments through effective communication and relationship-building strategies.
• Technical Monitor who oversaw contractors' adherence to DOE initiatives during program / project execution.

• Managed disbursement of substantial funds totaling $137,660,477.98 for dual COVID emergency initiatives.
• Directed team of nine Program Delivery Managers managing COVID disaster recovery efforts.
• Fostered positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization, facilitating seamless coordination across organizations.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive project success and meet deadlines consistently.
• Established performance metrics for tracking progress towards goals, evolving policies and enabling data-driven decision-making within the Region.
• Drafted comprehensive Determination Memorandums, Congressional Inquiry Responses, and Policy Reviews to streamline disaster recovery actions.
• Oversaw critical stages of grant lifecycle, from initiation to closeout phase.

Worked with different teams to validate years of data for integrating two FEMA databases.

Showcased project and time management expertise by overseeing incoming requests through the disaster transition office data inbox.

Managed closeout pipeline for all projects, applicants, and disasters as requested by state authorities.

Communicated regulations and policies to diverse stakeholders within FEMA regarding databases and transactions.

• Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals and expectations for each project.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
• Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
• Served as Project Manager through all stages of developing maintaining and testing clients emergency preparedness plans