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S.Keith Washam

Holly Springs,NC

Summary

Experience in Information Technology, Biotechnology and Healthcare. Over 18 years experience as a Project Manager. Self-motivated and goal-oriented Project Manager able to work independently and in cross-functional team environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc.
06.2018 - 03.2024
  • Responsible for successful delivery of network software and hardware projects supporting Bank of America.
  • Provided all aspects of technical project management.
  • Attended Change Advisory Boards and met with stakeholders to ensure project approvals.
  • Engaged and coordinated with cross functional teams to meet deliverables on time.
  • Successfully transitioned network management services from previous provider to Cisco Systems.

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PMO Project Manager

Syngenta
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Supported Syngenta’s R&D Program Management Office (PMO) as a contracted project manager and interim program manager.
  • Worked in a cross functional team supporting global alignment and improvement of core internal processes for Global Nursery Operations.
  • Provided communications and status reporting on overall program health, risks and financials to senior management and executives.
  • Represented PMO during phase-gate reviews with steering committee.
  • Managed key strategic projects supporting Syngenta’s biotechnology research and development.

Senior Project Manager

Lenovo
06.2012 - 10.2015
  • Managed multiple projects for delivery and deployment of workstations, PCs, and servers to end customers.
  • Communicated to customers and sales teams regarding project status, deliverables, risks, and milestones.
  • Engaged and managed third party vendor relationships during deployment, migration and asset recovery projects.
  • Worked directly with Imaging Technology Center (ITC) engineers for the successful development of complex imaging solutions and data migrations supporting Lenovo customers.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements supporting the Project Management Office (PMO).

Technical Project Manager

Blue Cross Blue Shield
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Led implementation of large-scale Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) projects in support of a major healthcare provider.
  • Executed, monitored and reported on project status to stakeholders to ensure on time delivery.
  • Used various software tools for Project Management such as MS Project, Clarity PPM, SharePoint, Vizio, Excel, and resource allocation tools.

Project Manager

Verizon Business
03.2006 - 05.2011
  • Was responsible for multiple projects supporting managed service clients including managed network takeovers, network transformation and LAN/WAN life cycle project management.
  • Led deployment of networking and security devices in large scale customer environments.
  • Developed project plans for managed customers, identified risks, drove resolution of critical project issues, and ensured project completion.

Senior Global Service Manager

Verizon Business
01.2000 - 03.2006
  • Daily interface and liaison between enterprise customers and Verizon Business supporting high visibility global networks.
  • Managed troubleshooting activities to resolve identified network issues and communicated status to customer.
  • Maintained regular communications and reporting to assigned customers while owning the client relationship.
  • Worked with customers to ensure successful network implementations.

Education

Skills

  • Ability to communicate project information accurately in order to meet project timelines
  • Project planning and development
  • Ability to lead and coordinate cross functional project teams
  • MS Office, MS Project
  • Ability to solve critical issues in time-sensitive environments
  • Change management expertise

Timeline

Project Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc.
06.2018 - 03.2024

PMO Project Manager

Syngenta
03.2016 - 03.2017

Senior Project Manager

Lenovo
06.2012 - 10.2015

Technical Project Manager

Blue Cross Blue Shield
09.2011 - 06.2012

Project Manager

Verizon Business
03.2006 - 05.2011

Senior Global Service Manager

Verizon Business
01.2000 - 03.2006

S.Keith Washam