Kimberly M. Smith Email & Phone Number

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Held critical roles in developing, introducing, and leading the adoption of standardized models, structures, and tool for multi-year, multimillion dollar COLUMBIA Acquisition Program. Originally chosen as Project Manager for the Propulsion Schedule Risk Analysis team. Based upon success, given concurrent roles as Deputy Program Manager/Scrum Master to build the Cloud predictive analytics tool and Project Manager to team developing schedule optimization tool. Granted 2 Hi Five Awards, Diamond Award for program contribution, and 2 Gold Awards for Passionate Service and Collective Ingenuity. Managed up to 15 resources across 3 teams.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS:• Built the Schedule Risks Analysis Program for new propulsion system scope of work expansion that contributed to mitigating some of the highest risks to the program. Provided performance and predictive analyses to determine impact of changes to assumptions, risks, and risk mitigations.• Managed the development of the Contract Data Requirements List to improve vendor management.• Leading team in configuring the Schedule Optimization tool to enable client’s engineering teams to optimize schedules in real-time and reduce impact to the programsLEAD ASSOCIATE (PROGRAM MANAGER), PMO – DHS CONTINUOUS DIAGNOSTICS AND MITIGATION (CDM) PROGRAMSchedule Portfolio Manager and Lead for the Schedule Center of Excellence for the program. SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS:• Developed the framework and processes for developing, analyzing, and standardizing schedules across 12 Cyber Security projects. Created the governance structure to track and report remediation and compliance efforts. Established metrics for client and internal project teams track compliance and measure improvements against goals.• Drove the integration of schedule management best practices into the program to mitigate issues and risks. Built the Schedule Center of Excellence and drove the adoption across 12 Schedulers supporting 12 projects.

Washington D.C. Metro Area, Chapter

Crystal City, Va

Earned 3 promotions, and granted the Most Project Contribution Award and 2 High Five Awards during tenure. Elevated the effectiveness of the PMO in tracking, reporting, and providing end-to-end visibility across 50-60 simultaneous projects. Provided leadership to client and contracted project managers in successfully planning and executing projects, and in achieving metrics. Managed 2 staff members.SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS:• Standardized the project reporting structure that increased level of reporting to the CIO by 50% within 6 months. Defined the business and functional requirements to automate project/portfolio reporting leveraging PPM Central platform. Developed strategic plan for building a portfolio-wide integrated Master Schedule.• Established the status and investment Reporting structure at project, portfolio, and executive levels in alignment with the CIO strategic plan and to provide information for the OMB IT Dashboard.• Co-developed and led the implementation of change management process for schedule and cost that contributed to the on-time completion of portfolio of 35 projects and justification for additional funding.• Wrote the Earned Value Management Manual and Integrated Baseline Review Manual for high-budget client projects.

Fairview Park, Virginia

Recruited into high-profile role to build and manage the team, define the strategy, and deliver strategic projects to strengthen the project management capability, mitigate financial risks, and enable continued business growth throughout firm comprised of 14,000 employees with annual revenue of $3B. Tracked project schedules, identified and mitigated risks, and developed project status reports for senior executives. • Drove the assessment and remediation of financial and supply chain processes that enabled company to continue business with clients and mitigate financial penalties. Collaborated with CEO, CFO, and Director of Supply Chain to implement processes.• Managed the development and co-delivered the 5-day project management training to guide project teams in adopting PMP project scheduling and budget management best practices.• Led 3 programs to enable organization to obtain CMMI Services Capability Level 3 Accreditation. Planned and coordinated efforts of 1,000 resources across 2 states in, conducting gap analyses, and implementing processes.

• Earned 2 promotions in less than 2 years and granted Leadership Award from client for contributions to 2 multi-year data automation and system modernization projects. Coordinated internal program reviews and cross-training efforts. Implemented bi-monthly reviews with client, and worked with project managers and project teams on implementing remediation plans to ensure the achievement of goals. Managed cross-functional teams. • Planned and managed the on-time and under budget delivery of the CMMI Maturity Level 3 Accreditation project. Led teams in reviewing processes, identifying and eliminating gaps, and training 50 staff members. Wrote, negotiated, and administered contract with third-party vendor to certify compliance with CMMI Maturity Level 3 requirements.

Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

• Chosen to lead strategic project to enable organization to achieve CMMI Maturity Level 3 Accreditation. Led team of 40 in conducting gap analyses, training employees on requirements, and developing and implementing 18 processes to address gaps.• Originally recruited as a member of the Business Development Team to conduct final review and edit of proposals for quality and compliance with client requirements.

Mfa, Creative Writing

Activities and Societies: Editorial Staff of Folio Literary Magazine, Writing Center Consultant, Scholarship RecipientInternships.

Ba, English- Concentration In Writing

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa, Lambda Iota Tau,Golden Key, National Merit ScholarshipGraduated with Honors in English. Minored.

High School Diploma

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Creative Writing / Journalism

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Creative Writing/ Communications, Graduated With Honors, Magna Cum Laude

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba