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ProjectManager

Valerie Pitts

Gonzales,LA

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

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Julian Tax Service LLC.
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.
  • Managed over 25 contracts annually

Project Manager

EMLA Care Family Clinic
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.
  • Managed over 15 tasks per day

Project Coordinator (Contract)

Gcr Consulting
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.
  • Many over 20 projects simultaneously

Project Lead

V.A.M.C.
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

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Post Graduate Certification - Project Management

Herzing University
Dearborn, MI

Skills

  • P>Business process re-engineering
  • P>Lean manufacturing and design
  • P>Advanced problem solving
  • P>Project planning and development

Timeline

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

Project Lead

V.A.M.C.
03.2015 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Post Graduate Certification - Project Management

Herzing University

MBA - Public Administration

Grand Canyon University
Valerie Pitts