Accomplished PMO Leader and Project Manager with more than 17 years experience. Emphasis on leading SDLC and process improvements for functional areas including sales, nursing, logistics, manufacturing operations, legal, security, and human resources. Solid experience in setting up PMOs and developing strategies and project management processes to enhance PMOs. Track record of strong written and oral communication skills providing the ability to build exceptional interpersonal and client relationships. Proven experience in formal project management methodologies (SDLC, waterfall) and a detailed understanding of establishing and managing an effort-based, budget-safe project schedule. Methodologies: Waterfall, SDLC Project Tools: MS Project, MS Project Server, MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, SharePoint, Visio, One Note) Technologies: Database knowledge (Oracle, SQL Server), .net, Remedy Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certified, MS Project Orange Belt