Stephania Pender
Jackson,MO
Summary
Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Ben Hur Construction Co
St. Louis, Missouri
02.2023 - Current
- Managed project scope, timeline and budget in alignment with company objectives.
- Monitored progress of projects against established timelines and budgets.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to overcome obstacles during the course of a project.
- Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors when necessary.
- Maintained up-to-date records for all current and past projects.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
- Visited locations to observe operations and determine opportunities to streamline processes and achieve cost reductions.
- Managed submittals and processing of Requests for Information between general contractor, owner, and owner's consultants.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure the best terms.
- Conducted project post-mortems and created a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
- Managed changes to project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
Project Manager
SUPERIOR STEEL, INC.
10.2016 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
President
Steward Steel, Inc.
Sikeston, Missouri
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by listening attentively and providing constructive feedback.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as IT maintenance or event catering.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline organizational processes when needed.
- Reviewed reports submitted by department heads to assess progress towards meeting objectives.
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies.
- Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
- Represented the company in industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
Purchasing Manager
STEW ARD STEEL, INC
01.1996 - 01.2012
- Managed 7 projects with totaling $15 million in sales
- Raise profit margins on current projects from 10% to 18%.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
Inside Sales
FUTURE ELECTRONICS
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Contributed ideas for improving existing processes related to inside sales operations.
- Trained new staff members on proper use of software applications related to inside sales operations.
Office Manager
QUAL-TECH
St. Louis, Missouri
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Managed all accounting procedures for manufacturer of data-control workstations, information stands, and computer enclosures.
Education
BSBA - Marketing
University of Missouri St. Louis
Skills
- Project Management
- Business Development
- Purchasing
- Cost Analysis
- Budget Analysis
- IT Infrastructure
- Sales and Communication
- Client Relationships
- Accounts Management
- Goal Oriented
- Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
- Technically Oriented
- Client Relationship Management
- Requirements Gathering
- Project goals and milestones
- Scope Management
- Training and mentoring
- Cost Control
- Financial Administration
- Schedule Coordination
Accomplishments
- Increased profits on all change orders by 20% through innovative procedural system.
- Developed and launched barcode system to track accountability on daily production units.
- Negotiated all insurance contracts, including health. Handled any employee disputes with insurance companies.
Affiliations
- Member of CFA Board of Directors 2000-2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Ben Hur Construction Co
02.2023 - Current
Project Manager
SUPERIOR STEEL, INC.
10.2016 - Current
President
Steward Steel, Inc.
01.2012 - 12.2015
Purchasing Manager
STEW ARD STEEL, INC
01.1996 - 01.2012
Inside Sales
FUTURE ELECTRONICS
01.1994 - 01.1996
Office Manager
QUAL-TECH
01.1991 - 01.1994
BSBA - Marketing
University of Missouri St. Louis
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