Stephanie Mann

● Serve as project engineer and project manager for residential renovation projects, developing scope, schedule, and budget for each engagement from initial estimate through close-out.
● Manage procurement and subcontractor coordination, holding trade partners accountable to project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.

● Directed project execution and FAR/DFARS-compliant contract administration for the fielding of 287 CROWS-J weapon systems, completing the project three weeks ahead of schedule and accelerating unit operational readiness.

● Monitored subcontractor performance against contract terms and FAR/DFARS regulatory requirements, partnering with subcontractors on engineering and process improvements to shorten life-cycle timelines.

● Served as the primary engineering and program liaison for two Stryker Brigade Combat Teams, leading project planning and technical coordination for modernization, testing, training, and fielding efforts.
● Served as engineering project lead on the disposition of 337 Stryker vehicles back to depot; planned and sequenced cross-organizational schedules for inventories, parts ordering/receiving, and installation, and ensured all turn-in documentation met technical and contractual accuracy standards. Delivered the project 45 days ahead of schedule.

● Authored, negotiated, and managed FAR/DFARS-compliant logistics and engineering contracts with outside agencies and customers, overseeing more than $45 million in active contracts at any given time.

● Directed engineering and project planning for a fleet of more than 20,000 tactical, armament and communications systems valued at over $2.5 billion, serving as the technical authority for maintenance, sustainment, and life-cycle management strategy.
● Led project scheduling and technical prioritization using readiness data and engineering analysis, improving equipment availability and project throughput across the brigade.
● Directed cross-functional project teams spanning maintenance, logistics, and contracting to ensure on-time execution of engineering and sustainment requirements.
● Mentored, trained, and developed more than 350 Soldiers and civilian personnel in project and engineering disciplines, strengthening organizational technical capability.

● Developed and implemented FAR/DFARS-aligned contract management processes which were adopted division-wide; conducted risk assessments on contracts, identifying issues and recommended solutions to senior leadership.

● Managed contract oversight and subcontractor performance for two Stryker Brigades, reviewing all contract documentation for technical and regulatory accuracy and coordinating recurring contract reviews to drive continuous improvement.

● Advised senior commanders on operational readiness, project risk, and life-cycle sustainment strategy for complex field and contingency operations.
● Directed engineering, maintenance, and project support operations across four Brigade Combat Teams and four Division support organizations.
● Led project and planning for maintenance readiness for more than 40,000 tactical and support equipment assets division-wide.
● Directed repair parts forecasting and supply chain project coordination supporting division-wide operations, enhancing mission readiness.
● Partnered with commanders and staff to resolve technical and sustainment issues, and streamlined engineering/logistics reporting to improve project decision-making.

● Served as the division's lead contracting specialist for complex engineering and maintenance operations. Developed, implemented and managed over $250 million in various Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contracts that were FAR/DFARS compliant.
● Partnered with senior leaders to develop, implement, and execute engineering and sustainment contracts with zero delays, ensuring project and mission requirements were consistently met.
● Directed life-cycle sustainment planning and engineering project execution across the rapid-deployment division to improve operational readiness.
● Established a comprehensive armament/weapons inspection program focused on safety, accountability, and technical compliance, significantly improving division-wide inspection results.