Sr. Project Manager
CurrentServed as the lead Project Manager for a start-up company that became a global leader by providing proprietary, cutting-edge software solutions for the poultry and swine industries, giving clients the ability to manage production, planning, and accounting. Led the entire project life cycle from initial conception to close. ➣ Scoped, planned, and scheduled features into releases throughout the year, considering budgetary limitations and resource availability; provided clear and concise communication to stakeholders.➣ Ensured functional designs met the business requirements; reviewed and approved the software designs; tested all custom features and enhancement requests for each project.➣ Defined and managed the project scope, schedule, and project costs; leveraged the Teamwork application to assist in managing the projects with internal resources and stakeholders.➣ Recognized by leadership and clients for consistently completing projects on time and within budget.➣ Typically managed 2-3 large projects simultaneously with each project requiring custom software development, based on client needs.➣ Accountable for coordinating and leading in-depth training for both clients and their employees. ➣ Selected as the lead implementation project manager for the successful conversion from vb6 to vb.net application upgrades for three of the largest poultry producers in the U.S.➣ Utilized Basecamp software to assist in managing projects and communicating with customers.