Accomplished Program Manager with extensive expertise in EVM, managing budgets, resources, and cross-functional teams. Proven track record of implementing performance management strategies that drive significant improvements in KPIs and optimize project outcomes. Committed to delivering impactful results through strategic leadership, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
F-22 Mission Planning Program Manager
Tapestry Solutions - A Boeing Company
Hazelwood
01.2019 - Current
Led cross-functional teams to define program objectives and deliverables.
Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
Prioritized tasks and managed teams throughout multiple projects.
Managed resource allocation and budgeting for multiple concurrent projects.
Collaborated with external partners to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
Provided mentorship to junior staff on project management best practices.
Developed project plans, identified risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion.
Assessed program performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives, making data-driven decisions to guide strategic direction.
P-8 Poseidon System Engineering Program Manager
Boeing Training Systems
Berkeley
04.2013 - 01.2019
Developed and implemented an integrated performance management plan (IPMM) aligning program goals with organizational strategy, resulting in a 50% improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs) within the first year.
Designed and executed a corrective action plan leveraging Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics to identify project variances, improve cost and schedule performance, and reduce project overruns by 35%.
Developed and implemented corrective action plans to effectively address internal control deficiencies, enhancing compliance and mitigating operational risks.
GS&S Business Operations Team Lead
Boeing
Berkeley
03.2007 - 04.2013
Facilitated preparation of Boeing leadership and the Boeing Oklahoma City site for Government DCAA/DCMA Review for Cause audit.
Created and executed corrective action plans addressing internal control weaknesses, enhancing compliance and mitigating risk exposure.
Led teams to support other functions on special projects, including Internal Contract Audit Authority (ICAA) work statements and Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
Established precedent of teamwork, calling on teammates to act as coaches, creating a precedent of continuous learning.
Education
MBA - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal, MO
05-1999
Skills
IP&S audit leadership
BDS Integrated Schedule team lead
Key contributor to the development and execution of multiple IPMMs, driving alignment of performance metrics with strategic objectives
Called upon to lead the closure of corrective action plans
Partnered with program managers regarding EVM compliance
Senior Manager of Strategic Planning and Program Development at United States Air Force-Nellis AFB, NVSenior Manager of Strategic Planning and Program Development at United States Air Force-Nellis AFB, NV
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC