Stephen Powers
Pineville,NC
Summary
Accomplished Director of Project Management with a proven track record at Extended Stay America, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction through strategic planning and data analytics. Expert in Power BI and adept at leading cross-functional teams, I've driven projects to completion with a 25% boost in efficiency. Renowned for leadership and innovative solutions in challenging environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Project Management – Director of Operations & Data Analytics
Director of Project Management – Director of Operations & Data Analytics
Charlotte, United States
05.2014 - Current
- Spearheaded the implementation of core reporting tools, integrating multiple data systems through automation and coding, providing clients with a unified reporting view
- Directed technology projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence
- Innovated business processes and customer experiences through technological advancements
- Developed automated service line reporting using Smartsheet, Power BI, and Power Automate, enhancing data integrity by 10% and boosting efficiency by 25%
- Led a team of 14, achieving a 45% improvement in efficiency over six months through streamlined approaches and data analytics
- Completed over 28 highly complex transitions for Fortune 500 companies, resulting in successful launches and top marks from executive sponsors, stakeholders, and clients
- Replaced legacy processes with a rigorous program of governance, increasing efficiencies and effectiveness by over 40%
- Fostered impactful working relationships across multi-regional and multi-functional teams, ensuring cohesion and alignment on scope and delivery for each project
Senior Program Manager
Extended Stay America
Charlotte, United States
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Oversaw the planning, execution, and delivery of various programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and facilitated effective communication to achieve project milestones
- Implemented standardized processes and best practices to enhance efficiency and consistency
- Monitored program performance using KPIs and made data-driven decisions to optimize outcomes
- Managed project spending across 684 hotel sites with a $90 million annual budget
Director of Operations & Efficiency
Island Forest Industrial
Davidson, United States
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Managed inventory control, materials management, and vendor contracts
- Implemented process improvements to increase production rates and reduce costs
Senior Project Manager - Construction
KB Home
06.2005 - 09.2010
- Directed job site activities, managed vendors, and ensured customer satisfaction
- Achieved high construction management scores and significant cost savings through efficient project management
Education
Master of Arts - Business Management
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Skills
- Project & Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Communication
- Program Director
- Strategy Planner
- Solutions Driven
- Product Owner
- Data Analyst
- SCRUM Agile Experienced
- Team Builder
- IT-Business Conduit
- Accomplished Professional
- Power BI
- Smartsheet
- Databases
- Monday
- Visio
- API
- Automate
- MS Project
- PowerPoint
- Azure
- Super Zoom
- SAP
- SharePoint
- Single Sign-On setup
- Infosec requirements review & implementation
- Troubleshooting software and hardware issues
- Timberline
- Ariba
- Web Creation & Access
Certification
- CBRE Foundations Project Management Certification - Level I
- Microsoft Project and Project Online Essential
- CBRE Foundations Project Management Certification - Level 2
Technology Skills
Power BI, Smartsheet, Databases, Monday, Visio, API, Automate, MS Project, PowerPoint, Azure, Super Zoom, SAP, SharePoint, Single Sign-On setup, Infosec requirements review & implementation, troubleshooting software and hardware issues, Timberline, SAP, Ariba, Web Creation & Access
Timeline
Director of Project Management – Director of Operations & Data Analytics
Director of Project Management – Director of Operations & Data Analytics
05.2014 - Current
Senior Program Manager
Extended Stay America
02.2012 - 05.2014
Director of Operations & Efficiency
Island Forest Industrial
01.2010 - 02.2012
Senior Project Manager - Construction
KB Home
06.2005 - 09.2010
- CBRE Foundations Project Management Certification - Level I
- Microsoft Project and Project Online Essential
- CBRE Foundations Project Management Certification - Level 2
Master of Arts - Business Management
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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