Adenike Smith
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading complex projects across diverse industries, including healthcare and innovative technology sectors. Adept at strategic planning, team leadership, risk management, and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while exceeding stakeholder expectations. Committed to leveraging expertise to foster innovation, optimize resources, and enhance operational efficiency, particularly through the integration of cutting-edge technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised and guided a direct care staff of five, boosting team productivity by 30% through effective delegation and process improvements.
- Ensured operational compliance with healthcare regulations, achieving 100% adherence and enhancing service delivery quality.
- Enhanced documentation practices, improving accuracy by 25% through rigorous review and compliance audits.
- Partnered with skilled nursing and residential facilities to implement new programs, increasing service effectiveness by 40%.
- Streamlined clinical workflows and improved collaboration among interdisciplinary teams, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Reported critical operational data to regulatory agencies, ensuring full transparency and alignment with state and federal guidelines.
Project Manager
Innovate Tech Group
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Managed end-to-end delivery of technology projects valued at over $15M, achieving a 98% customer satisfaction rate.
- Introduced Agile practices, reducing development cycle times by 35%.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Conducted post-project evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing lessons learned in subsequent projects.
- Trained and mentored junior project managers, enhancing team capabilities and readiness.
Assistant Project Manager
Weiss Memorial Hospital
03.2016 - 09.2020
- Supported senior project managers in planning and executing healthcare infrastructure and IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, maintaining a 95% adherence to timelines and financial constraints.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including clinical, administrative, and technical departments, to streamline project implementation and resolve issues proactively.
- Conducted risk assessments and proposed mitigation strategies, reducing potential project delays by 20%.
- Developed detailed reports and presentations for leadership, providing clear insights into project progress and outcomes.
- Played a key role in implementing a new electronic health record (EHR) system, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
Project Coordinator
Visionary Advertising Solutions, Inc.
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Coordinated project activities and resources for IT infrastructure projects, contributing to a 15% improvement in project timelines.
- Facilitated communication among project teams, clients, and vendors, ensuring smooth workflow and issue resolution.
- Monitored project budgets and expenditures, achieving a 10% cost reduction through effective resource utilization.
- Assisted in developing project proposals and presentations, securing new business opportunities.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency by 20%.
Education
Associate of Science -
Truman College
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Illinois State University
Normal, ILSkills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Budget Planning and Cost Control
- Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Process Optimization and Lean Principles
- Vendor and Resource Management
- Team Leadership and Mentorship
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Change Management
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB)
- SAFe Agilist Certification
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- ITIL Foundation Certification (IT Service Management)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS)
- Healthcare Project Management Certification
- Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
11.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Innovate Tech Group
09.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant Project Manager
Weiss Memorial Hospital
03.2016 - 09.2020
Project Coordinator
Visionary Advertising Solutions, Inc.
01.2014 - 03.2016
Associate of Science -
Truman College
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Illinois State University
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