Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Highly strategic and collaborative Project Manager with 15+ years of proven experience driving environmental compliance and federally funded initiatives for environmental sustainability. Engages high-profile stakeholders and partners with exceptional communication skills, translating complex technical processes and findings with precision and clarity. Manages intricate environmental sustainability initiatives while developing purposeful solutions that deliver measurable business impact. Designs and launches quality control initiatives that maximize operational excellence and process efficiency across diverse organizational landscapes. Combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership capabilities to manage multimillion-dollar portfolios, lead cross-functional teams, and drive organizational transformation.
♦ Managed portfolio of over 4,800 annual compliance assessments utilizing SharePoint-based tracking system to monitor multi-step processes and field investigations. Implemented quality assurance framework with standardized protocols, templates and peer review processes, ensuring comprehensive data management for executive decision-making. ♦ Secured executive sponsorship for enterprise-wide policy change, leading comprehensive training rollout and implementation of screening protocols. Reduced operational backlog from over 500 items in 2022 to under 240 items in 2023 through systematic process improvements. ♦ Drove organizational change initiative transitioning Michigan operations to nationally mandated tracking platform through strategic stakeholder engagement via monthly webinars reaching over 100 participants. Delivered multiple training sessions ensuring seamless adoption of new system requirements and operational protocols. ♦ Created knowledge management resources including reference guides, process optimization strategies, and troubleshooting documentation for field teams. Accelerated user adoption through consistent leadership and mentorship, ensuring smooth organizational transition. ♦ Navigated complex stakeholder priorities balancing client requirements, executive expectations, regulatory mandates and high-level inquiries through strategic communication and collaboration. Optimized project timelines, resource scheduling, and deliverable production across multiple workstreams.
♦ Delivered operational efficiency solutions addressing resource constraints while managing increased regulatory requirements and significant project backlog. Developed innovative workflow strategies prioritizing high-impact initiatives to accelerate delivery and enhance operational performance. ♦ Initiated process improvement initiative streamlining submission requirements to reduce processing backlogs and customer wait times. Achieved approximately 50% improvement in service delivery metrics through strategic process redesign and stakeholder alignment. ♦ Led digital transformation project converting historic 35-MM aerial photography archives to digital format by managing team of over five specialists through software selection and implementation. Delivered enhanced transparency and accessibility of critical documentation for enterprise-wide utilization. ♦ Redesigned data management framework restructuring submission forms to eliminate interdepartmental confusion and clarify accountability. Led cross-functional team in developing differentiation processes through collaborative workshops and tool optimization sessions. ♦ Collaborated on environmental remediation project focused on infrastructure stabilization and flow improvement initiatives. Drafted stakeholder communications and secured partner organization buy-in, successfully reducing compliance risks and operational workload through proactive project management.
♦ Managed over $20MM funding portfolio through comprehensive analysis of project types, quantities and costs while balancing conservation priorities and resource allocation. Achieved over 99% fund utilization through strategic program management and stakeholder coordination.
Investigated and resolved Clean Water Act violations, completed jurisdictional determinations and wetland verifications. Served as SME on soils/agricultural lands, led GIS/GPS tool implementation, and collaborated with state agencies on regulatory projects.
♦ Delivered multiple conservation projects requiring specialized planning and stakeholder coordination while managing various environmental protection programs and compliance assessments. Provided technical expertise in survey, design, and implementation phases for agricultural and environmental conservation projects.