Valerie Pitts
Project Manager
Gonzales,LA
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Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 5 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Julian Tax Service LLC.
Gonzales, LA
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager
EMLA Care Family Clinic
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
Project Coordinator (Contract)
Gcr Consulting
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Coordinated venue and catering arrangements, speaker and attendee liaison and material distribution for meetings and events.
Project Lead
V.A.M.C.
New Orleans, LA
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Planned, executed, and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
- Reduced risk and coordinated project specifications to meet safety and federal compliance.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Planned, executed and promoted total of 15 projects in 2015.
Education
MBA - Public Administration
12.2016 - 05.2023
- Professional Development: Operations Management
- 3.8 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
12.2012 - 05.2016
- Honoree of National Society of Leadership and Success
- [Number] GPA 3.75
Post Graduate Certification - Project Management
06.2022 - Current
Skills
Business process re-engineering
undefinedWork Availability
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Timeline
Herzing University - Post Graduate Certification, Project Management
06.2022 - Current
Project Manager - Julian Tax Service LLC.
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager - EMLA Care Family Clinic
01.2020 - 06.2022
Project Coordinator (Contract) - Gcr Consulting
11.2017 - 12.2019
Grand Canyon University - MBA, Public Administration
12.2016 - 05.2023
Project Lead - V.A.M.C.
03.2015 - 12.2017
University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration And Management
12.2012 - 05.2016
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