Valerie Higgins Email & Phone Number

Scottsdale, Az, Us

York, Pennsylvania Area

In my role I'm able to apply the 25+ years of accounting, consulting, and business management experience I've gained within the AE industry. Working collaboratively with firms across the country, I help position them for greater success through the application of best practices, maximized workflow processes and enhanced reporting for higher efficiency and profitability. As a Certified Ajera professional and formerly working on the front lines of an engineering firm, I love the opportunity to… Show more In my role I'm able to apply the 25+ years of accounting, consulting, and business management experience I've gained within the AE industry. Working collaboratively with firms across the country, I help position them for greater success through the application of best practices, maximized workflow processes and enhanced reporting for higher efficiency and profitability. As a Certified Ajera professional and formerly working on the front lines of an engineering firm, I love the opportunity to partner with AE firms in their growth journey. Show less

United States

As the PMO Leader of Deltek's North America SMB Professional Services I will be responsible for the overall project management function, providing leadership, coordination and management of the PMO processes and functions. The role serves as a conduit for communication between project managers and the Delivery Leaders who make the strategic decisions for those projects. The PMO Leader supervises the Project Manager and Project Coordinator team that provides project management support to… Show more As the PMO Leader of Deltek's North America SMB Professional Services I will be responsible for the overall project management function, providing leadership, coordination and management of the PMO processes and functions. The role serves as a conduit for communication between project managers and the Delivery Leaders who make the strategic decisions for those projects. The PMO Leader supervises the Project Manager and Project Coordinator team that provides project management support to Consultants and the Delivery team. Key responsibilities include: driving standardization of PM Best Practices, holding PMs accountable to operational excellence and customer satisfaction, providing transparency into the portfolio of projects, ensuring that PMs have the tools to effectively manage client expectations and financial performance, and people management of Project Managers and Project Coordinators.This opportunity lends itself to my passion for project management and team collaboration. I look forward to the time ahead as we continue to drive ourselves and our team to be industry leaders in the delivery of project management software implementations, consulting services, and best practices training to our clients.I'll continue to lead the Ajera Project Management Adoption team which delivers Best Practices for Project Management and optimizing the Ajera software for Project Management both in 2 day workshops across the US and Canada as well as 1 day boot camps or remote delivery to Ajera clients. A full list of Ajera workshops can be found: http://more.deltek.com/Ajera-Workshops? Show less

Scottsdale | Arizona

I'm excited to continue my journey at Deltek by stepping into a new role as Project Delivery Manager. At Deltek we are continually striving to refine our processes and team skills to provide the world class software and consulting that our clients have come to rely on.As the Delivery Manager I will continue to work with Ajera clients and the Ajera professional services team to shape strategies and staff development, manage the delivery of new initiatives within the consulting… Show more I'm excited to continue my journey at Deltek by stepping into a new role as Project Delivery Manager. At Deltek we are continually striving to refine our processes and team skills to provide the world class software and consulting that our clients have come to rely on.As the Delivery Manager I will continue to work with Ajera clients and the Ajera professional services team to shape strategies and staff development, manage the delivery of new initiatives within the consulting organization, work collaboratively with all managers to incorporate new consulting tools and standards, partner with emerging practices to ensure field readiness for new Project/Version release, and seek out new ways of working that can add value to consulting delivery. Responsible for the success of all services work performed within Ajera global services group.Responsible for specific revenue, utilization, accounts receivable and margin goals.Provide sales support to development team by reviewing, collaborating and assisting in the delivery of proposals to both clients and prospects.Collaborates with Executive VPs, VPs and Solution Development Directors in other service areas to develop integrated service strategies for key accounts. Collaborates with Consulting Managers to define appropriate skills and staffing levels within the overall Delivery practice while optimizing the mix of resources. Responsible for institutionalizing the Methodology and managing / monitoring compliance.Provides senior leadership for all services work.Maintains oversight responsibility for the achievement of compliance in all areas of Delivery. Show less

Phoenix | Arizona

2014 was an exciting year full of change and opportunity. The transition from Axium to Deltek has been successful and I am looking forward to continuing to work with Ajera clients and the Ajera professional services team within our new extended Deltek Family. Deltek brings a wealth of resources to both our team and our clients. Beginning January 2015 I have been given an incredible opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to Project Management Adoption and Training services. It… Show more 2014 was an exciting year full of change and opportunity. The transition from Axium to Deltek has been successful and I am looking forward to continuing to work with Ajera clients and the Ajera professional services team within our new extended Deltek Family. Deltek brings a wealth of resources to both our team and our clients. Beginning January 2015 I have been given an incredible opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to Project Management Adoption and Training services. It is our goal to help Engineering and Architectural firms improve their project management practices using Deltek accounting and project management software. Look for information this year on our 2 day Project Management Workshops which will be offered throughout the country. Custom onsite and remote packages are available as well. We are here to help educate, motivate, and innovate. Show less

Phoenix, Arizona Area

As a Deltek Certified Consultant, I partner with clients on Ajera implementations, conversions, software training, best business practice and workflow, reconciliations, and various other consulting projects. 25+ years experience in the A/E industry coupled with Controller experience using the Ajera software gives me a well rounded perspective and the ability to apply creative solutions to day to day challenges faced by our clients.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

As an Axium Certified Consultant, I partner with clients on Ajera implementations, conversions, software training, best business practice and workflow, reconciliations, and various other consulting projects. 25+ years experience in the A/E industry coupled with Controller experience using the Axium Ajera software gives me a well rounded perspective and the ability to apply creative solutions to day to day challenges faced by our clients.

Scottsdale, Arizona

Vice President in charge of Accounting. Responsible for contract review and coordination with clients and project management team. Project/contract setup and administration including job profitability tracking, billing, and client coordination. Accounting functions including AP, AR, billing, and GL. Human resource management including benefit coordination, 401(k) administration, and payroll functions. General office management and supervision of admin support.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

CFO & Office Manager for 60+ man Civil Engineering & Land Survey firm. Managed an accounting staff of 4 as well as office staff of 3.Coordinated project/contract setup, management, & billing with 10 project managers from 2 disciplines. Oversaw all accounting functions, human resource, office management, supply procurement, etc.