Associate Project Manager Resume Chicago, IL - Hire IT People

SUMMARY

Goal - driven, performance-focused, and multifaceted professional with hands-on experience in project management across various industries.
Well-versed in gathering and assessing project specifications and requirements, as well as delivering under-budget and timely project completions.
Expert at developing innovative solutions and strategic plans toward productivity and attainment of organizational objectives.
Equipped with strong interpersonal skills in establishing relationships and collaborating with diverse individuals.
Technically proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project), Kissflow, Planview, SPSS, PeopleSoft, Asana, and SAP. Core competencies include:
Project Planning and Scheduling | Report Preparation and Presentation | Customer and Vendor Relations
Team Coordination and Supervision | Project Budgeting | Time Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Chicago, IL

Associate Project Manager

Responsibilities:

Oversaw daily operational and tactical aspects of multiple telecommunications projects for police departments, hospitals, state law enforcement, fire departments, and other government entities.
Functioned as key liaison among client, contractors, and internal/external vendors such as construction, civil, electrical, legal, and manufacturing
Presided over weekly meetings for conflict resolutions, as well as conducted extensive travelling to meet and consult with vendors and clients
Took charge of creating risk mitigation plans to avoid overruns on budget and schedule
Initiated the generation and presentation of progress reports, project reviews, schedule updates, and performance reports to management and customers
Coordinated high-pressure developments in project scope, timeline, and budget to guarantee project completion and customer satisfaction

Confidential, Chicago, IL

Project and Logistics Manager

Responsibilities:

Led the contracting, coordination, scheduling, implementation, manufacturing, and invoicing for more than 100 projects
Worked with sales, accounting, manufacturing and other vendors and freight companies to ensure smooth application
Served as primary point of contact for the customer, as well as the company logistics manager responsible for equipment shipping and transport
Ensured adherence to various budget and timeline constraints toward client satisfaction
Held accountability in preparing and distributing regular reports to clients, managers, and technicians

Confidential, Buffalo Grove, IL

Project Coordinator, Contractual

Responsibilities:

Spearheaded the full life cycle of various projects, while managing more than 50 sites weekly for numerous clients
Offered technical support on POS system installation, data cabling, and software configuration
Exhibited sound understanding of policies, plans, procedures, products, and regulatory requirements for assigned projects/programs to ensure seamless execution of projects
Ooversaw administrative responsibilities, managed hospital supplies within given budget, and coordinated patient transport