Victoria Richardson
Evans,CO
Summary
Experienced Project Manager and Administrative Assistant with a proven track record of steering teams towards operational success and aligning project lifecycles with strategic objectives. Skilled in managing overhead projects to enhance team operations and coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet cost, schedule, scope, and quality benchmarks. Highly organized with expertise in complex calendar management, travel coordination, and high-level meeting preparation. Proficient in MS Office Suite and CRM systems. Known for handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining confidentiality. Successful in improving organizational processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing strategic solutions for efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager I- Admin
BAE Systems, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Plan, manage, and oversee overhead projects specifically focused on the successful operations of the team.
- Define and communicate project/program objectives to team members.
- Be responsible for the cost, schedule, scope, and quality of work on projects/programs.
- Inform appropriate leadership of project status and milestones.
- Plan, monitor, and control project scope.
- Develop, manage, document, and communicate project schedules.
- Prepare and communicate status reports
- Coordinate and assist in the delivery and preparation of in-house and customer presentations.
- Use company tools and processes to facilitate the execution of projects
- Incorporate knowledge from subject matter experts (SMEs) to suggest activities that keep projects on schedule and on budget
- Monitor, advise management of status on, and be responsible for cost and schedule of projects/programs
- Manage the identification and execution of risk mitigation strategies and opportunity capture strategies on multiple projects
- Actively work with various engineering disciplines to ensure successful project/program execution
- Plan and conducts regular project meetings and generate business artifacts
Senior Administrative Assistant
Ball Aerospace
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Provide onsite administrative support to ITS team members.
- Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and make conference room reservations, all within Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
- Maintain calendars and provide support at meetings for designated team members.
- Greet vendors and customers, and coordinate security access for visitors.
- Collaborate and contribute on teams and projects.
- Prepare statistical reports, gather and interpret data, and maintain databases following department processes.
- Create written documents, communications, and presentation materials for meetings and presentations.
- Coordinate office supplies, office moves, new hire onboarding, and termination closeouts.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, and report facility needs for the assigned work area.
- Coordinate travel, expense reports, and catering.
- Work with sensitive and confidential information and situations, handle situations appropriately, and maintain proper confidentiality.
Social Media Manager
The Original Roma Restaurant
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Using social media marketing tools to create and maintain the company's brand
- Interacting with customers and other stakeholders via the company's social media accounts
- Analyzing the company's digital marketing plan and social media strategy and identifying strategic weaknesses and making recommendations for improvements
- Researching social media trends and informing management of changes that are relevant to the company's marketing activities
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
Senior Branch Office Administrator
Edward Jones
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Managed daily operations for a successful branch, ensuring smooth workflows and optimal team performance.
- Prepare reports and materials for client appointments
- Update prospective client and client data records
- Proactively contact clients to set or confirm appointments and offer appropriate services
- Contact existing clients to invite them to a face to face meeting with the financial advisor to review their financial goals
- Plan and prepare marketing materials and events with the financial advisor
- Organize and maintain the financial advisor's schedule
- Learn and implement new tools and systems that manage client contacts and increase branch efficiency
Server/ Bartender
The Mad Cow Saloon
01.2012 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked as a team to promote business welfare, safety and satisfaction for customers
- Promoted positive attitude, teamwork and enjoyable atmosphere for customers and staff
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Student Services Representative
Weston Distance Learning
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Responding to student concerns via phone, email or mail
- Counseling students regarding step-by-step procedures to encourage course completion
- Advise students of acceptable financial arrangements by explaining payment options
- Maintain accurate records and follow procedures for purchased items, refunds, and incentive programs
Theater Manager
Union Colony Dinner Theater
01.2006 - 09.2012
- Managed all aspects of the business including food and beverage, sound, lighting, props, finances, inventory, and personnel
- Supervised employees in all aspects of company
- Managed all bar areas and service personnel
- Highly motivated to expand knowledge and skills
- Competent in all kitchen operations
- Characterized as a very reliable person
- Hired, trained, and supervised kitchen staff
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Reconciled sales slips and cash daily
- Customer-oriented
- Prioritized work schedules and delegated assignments
- Coordinated food preparation timing to coincide with other areas of the kitchen
Education
Information Technology - Information Technology
Colorado State University-Global Campus
01.2018
Associate of Arts (A.A.) -
Aims Community College
01.2013
Fossil Ridge High Scool
01.2009
Skills
- Strong Problem Solver
- Confidential Information Handling
- Schedule Management
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Logistics Management
Certification
- TestOut Network Pro Certification
- Security Pro Certification
- Server Pro: Manage and Administer
Timeline
Project Manager I- Admin
BAE Systems, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Senior Administrative Assistant
Ball Aerospace
09.2022 - 03.2024
Social Media Manager
The Original Roma Restaurant
12.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Branch Office Administrator
Edward Jones
09.2018 - 09.2022
Student Services Representative
Weston Distance Learning
09.2012 - 05.2013
Server/ Bartender
The Mad Cow Saloon
01.2012 - 11.2019
Theater Manager
Union Colony Dinner Theater
01.2006 - 09.2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.) -
Aims Community College
Fossil Ridge High Scool
- TestOut Network Pro Certification
- Security Pro Certification
- Server Pro: Manage and Administer
Information Technology - Information Technology
Colorado State University-Global Campus
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