DAVID CHIKWENDU
Calgary - Alberta,AB
Summary
Accomplished Onboarding Project Technical Specialist and Research Scholar with a proven track record at Morgan Stanley and the Institute for Transport Studies, Univ of Leeds. Expert in leveraging project management tools and data analysis software to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Renowned for exceptional communication skills and cross-functional collaboration, significantly improving team performance and client relations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Onboarding Project Technical Specialist
Morgan Stanley
06.2021 - Current
- Trained junior technicians on industry best practices and company-specific procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Provided exceptional customer support, resolving complex technical issues with effective communication skills.
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostics on company resources.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of technical processes, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
- Streamlined technical workflows for enhanced productivity through the implementation of automation tools.
Project Lead/Research Scholar
Institute for Transport Studies, Univ of Leeds
10.2016 - 05.2021
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly throughout the project lifecycle.
- Improved overall team performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
- Evaluated statistical models for validity and reliability, ensuring accurate interpretation of research outcomes.
- Enhanced understanding of complex phenomena through advanced quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques.
- Presented findings at prestigious conferences, sharing valuable insights with international audiences and building professional relationships among peers.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to identify gaps in existing knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized complex information into clear, concise summaries suitable for both expert readership and lay audiences alike.
- Conducted in-depth qualitative and quantitative research to identify trends and generate insights.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
Education
Ph.D. - Transport Studies
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom06.2021
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Federal University of Technology
Owerri, Nigeria02.2011
Skills
- Project Management Tools: [eg, MS Project, JIRA, Trello]
- Data Analysis Software: [eg, Excel, Tableau, Power BI]
- Communication Tools: [eg, Slack, Microsoft Teams]
- Communicate with clients
- Project Scheduling
- Client Relations
- Stakeholder Communications
- Advanced problem solving
- Risk Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Accomplishments
Certified Project Management Professional Sep 2024
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Interests
- Volunteer Travel
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
Timeline
Onboarding Project Technical Specialist
Morgan Stanley
06.2021 - Current
Project Lead/Research Scholar
Institute for Transport Studies, Univ of Leeds
10.2016 - 05.2021
Ph.D. - Transport Studies
University of Leeds
Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
University of Sheffield
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Federal University of Technology
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