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Houston, Texas, Us

• Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of the Human Space Flight Technical Integration Contract (HSFTIC) Program Management Office (PMO), ensuring seamless support to NASA's Human Space Flight Programs including International Space Station (ISS), Orion, Gateway, Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development, EVA and Human Surface Mobility, and Commercial Crew Programs.• Spearhead the development of a robust process and methodology for calculating the contract performance utilizing the Annual Work Plans, providing a comprehensive comparison to contract baseline costs and actual expenditures. Developed an innovative Earned Value Management "lite" system to efficiently track program progress.• Provide dynamic leadership and expert guidance in the contract change request process, including the development of Statement of Work (SOW) modifications and ground-rules/assumptions, thoroughly reviewing proposal inputs and estimates, and conducting thorough evaluations to deliver exceptional proposals to the customer with a greater than 95% “accepted as proposed” rate.• Coordinate and facilitate monthly Internal Program Reviews, fostering effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams to drive project success.• Successfully manage contract functions and processes such as the Data Requirements Descriptions (DRD) delivery, Contract Certification of Flight Readiness (CoFR) process, Safety & Health Administrative functions (including close call and mishap reporting), and facility management for three (3) buildings at NASA's Johnson Space Center.• Effectively lead a team of contract administrative professionals, delivering exceptional support to the organization.• Serve as the Contract Point of Contact for internal corporate audits, external AS9100D/ISO9001 audits, and act as a trusted liaison with the NASA Contracting Officer Representative and the contract team.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Directed a team of technical writers, leveraging expertise to produce high-quality requirements documents for BP's Global Wells Organization. Instrumental in bolstering project efficiency and document accuracy, following the Deepwater Horizon accident in the Gulf of Mexico.• Contributed significantly to the development and of BP's Competency Management Assessment Program.• Initiated the integration of systems engineering processes into solutions for Transocean, enhancing requirements engineering and analysis efforts into on-going operations.• Drove Barrios Technology's expansion into the commercial oil and gas sector, successfully applying core competencies. Resulted in heightened revenue and emergence into a new market for the company.• Demonstrated exceptional skills in proposal development and pricing, securing new work opportunities, and playing a key role in the company's growth trajectory.• SPECIAL PROJECT: Successfully led a high-performing team in supporting SpaceX in their response to the Commercial Crew Transportation Capability (CCtCap) proposal within a challenging 4-week timeline. Collaborated closely with SpaceX technical teams to develop a comprehensive Performance Work Statement (PWS) that aligned with their extensive technical volumes and fully met the requirements of the Request for Proposal (RFP). Additionally, contributed to the development of a high-level schedule that reflected their technical plan and ability to execute the work. As a result of the combined effort, SpaceX secured initial funding of ~$1.5 billion for this significant endeavor.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Developed robust requirements and successfully managed the software build for BP’s Competency Management Team’s Assessment Tool, enabling the customer to accurate capture the assessment of competency levels of Well Team Leaders and Well Site Leaders (for Drilling and Intervention) and driving improvements in leadership and performance.• Provided timely and comprehensive monthly reporting of completed assessments and scores, facilitating management action and decision-making.• Supported assessors in the field by addressing questions, providing updates, and resolving issues related to the assessment tool, ensuring smooth execution of the assessment process.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Successfully served as an Interim Program Manager for the Orion Program Integration Contract, overseeing project integration for NASA at Johnson Space Center and ensuring seamless coordination between various stakeholders.

Houston, Texas, Us

• Developed and began implementation NASA’s Earned Value Management System (EVMS) for the Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV)/Orion Project, which would lead to improved project tracking and management.• Coordinated and facilitated an Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) on the Prime Contractor’s cost and schedule baselines and processes, ensuring compliance and driving project success.• Played a key role in supporting DCMA in Certification/Validation Reviews and an Internal Surveillance Review (ISR) of Contractor and Subcontractor’s EVM Systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.• Generated, analyzed, and reported monthly earned value data and variances to Program Management in monthly and quarterly reviews, providing valuable insights for decision-making.• Provided effective management direction to a team of analysts, driving the delivery of high-quality Cost/Schedule Assessment Products, Independent Government Estimates, Risk reporting and mitigation analysis, Life Cycle Cost estimates and analysis, and Configuration Management functions.• Actively participated in NASA’s Agency-wide Earned Value Management Working Group, contributing to the development and improvement of EVMS processes and standards across the Agency.

Arlington, Va, Us

• Provided strategic business support, guidance, and direction to the ISS Vehicle Director, six Integrated Product Team (IPT) leaders, and 14 Control Account Managers (CAM’s) encompassing budgets greater than $200M/year, in a certified Earned Value Management System.• Successfully managed a team of Cost Analysts, Scheduling Analysts, and Material Cost Management Analysts, optimizing resource allocation and driving performance improvements by conducting monthly reviews of performance against budget baselines, reviewing schedule health metrics, analyzing forecasting accuracy and changes, developing subcontract and material reporting accruals, and generating cost and schedule variance reports for review with internal Management, NASA, and DCMA.• Implemented and reported LEAN+ activities for the organization and tracked metrics on cycle-time, first pass yield, and accuracy within the department.

Arlington, Va, Us

• Oversaw the internal and external Financial Reporting and Baseline Management functions for the International Space Station Contract, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with industry regulations for a contract valued at greater than $13 billion.• Developed and maintained the program’s Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), and the Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS), facilitating integrated project planning and execution.• Led the development of the annual NASA Program Operating Plan exercise for review and approval by Executive and NASA Management.• Analyzed, reviewed, and approved Cost Performance Reports (CPR), NASA 533 Reports, Variance Analysis Reports for cost and schedule performance issues, and monthly forecast versus incurred cost variances, providing valuable insights into cost and schedule performance.• Provided financial reports, analysis for sales/orders/earnings, and cash flow to executive management facilitating decision-making and strategic planning.• Developed and presented Corporate Estimate-at-Completion (CEAC) reports to Program Management and calculations of earnings impacts in quarterly submittals to corporate.• Collaborated with Boeing enterprise auditors, Deloitte, DCMA, and DCAA on financial audits, schedule audits, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) financial disclosure audits, ensuring adherence to financial regulations and standards.• Performed monthly reconciliation of customer/internal financial reports to customer billings and corporate general ledger.• Established financial reporting flow-down requirements for program’s subcontractors and suppliers.

Baltimore, Md, Us

• Independent contractor - short term consulting assignment before planned corporate restructure• Responsible for managing the accounting and financial operations of a nine-state region with annual revenues of more than $25 million, ensuring financial stability and accurate financial reporting.• Led the financial month-end close process and produced monthly financial reports for review with the Vice-President, providing valuable insights on financial performance and areas for improvement.• Developed operating plans and forecasts in collaboration with Directors.• Developed and presented monthly cost reviews to top executives, providing detailed explanations of variances and implementing corrective action plans utilizing project Profit and Loss statements.• Assumed responsibility for reviewing and approving of new business bids, capital expenditures, contract billings, sales tax returns, and long-term lease contracts, demonstrating expert financial acumen.• Successfully transitioned the accounting office in Florida to Corporate Headquarters, streamlining operations and effectively integrating A/R, A/P, HR, and time-keeping functions.

• Owned and operated a small company specializing in close tolerance machining and manufacturing services.• Established and implemented strategic goals and operating policies for the company.• Responsible for the successful implementation of the Business Management functions for the company including accounting/finance, procurement, human resources, and contracts.• Developed estimating/pricing models, inventory control system, and integrated a Quality Management System that allows for complete traceability of raw material and any certifications through the life cycle of each project.• Generated sales and fostered relationships with prominent customers including Lockheed Martin, Oceaneering International, Boeing, United Space Alliance, Baker Hughes, Weatherford, and Hamilton Sundstrand.• Programmed and operated CNC lathe and mills and other light manufacturing equipment.

Aberdeen, Scotland, Gb

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of engineering and drafting schedules, time-phased operating budgets, and cost performance/progress/forecast reports for all onshore and offshore pipeline projects enabling on-time and on-budget delivery of projects.• Coordinated financial reporting, invoicing, and receivables collections, ensuring accurate and timely information for management decision-making.• Coordinated with Procurement on purchase requisitions, purchase orders, expediting, and prepared bid evaluations from purchase requisitions.

• Perform all financial responsibilities and ensure the successful startup of Boondoggles Brewery, including fiscal planning, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Arlington, Va, Us

• Developed and maintained operating budgets and resource-loaded schedules for multiple Control Account Managers at Boeing Aerospace Operations / Boeing, contributing to a high level of organizational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.• Provided expert analysis and reporting on financial performance, resulting in accurate and actionable data for management review.• Prepared quarterly and year-end property tax reports, demonstrating thorough knowledge and compliance with tax regulations.