Kareem Hamade
Santa Clarita
Summary
Strategic, analytical, and intuitive Aerospace Program/Project Manager who brings strengths in driving operational excellence by developing strategic plans for team collaboration, budget oversight, and adequate resource allocation. Expertise in project lifecycle management, inclusive of conducting risk assessment and maintaining compliance with government regulations by utilizing advanced project management methodologies. Highly skilled in managing project budgets and resources to ensure successful project completion, consistently delivering on time and within financial contracts while meeting program objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Project Manager, F-35 JSF
Northrop Grumman Corporation
03.2023 - Current
- Directed daily operational meetings with a cross-functional project team of engineers, supply chain specialists, and quality control analysts, ensuring clear task delegation, tracking progress against key milestones, and resolving bottlenecks to maintain project timelines. Effectively communicated project updates to stakeholders and senior leadership to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management strategies using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Identified potential risks, developed mitigation plans, and executed process improvements that reduced operational waste by 10% and increased workflow efficiency.
- Applied Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to rigorously monitor project cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Led the development of performance baselines and ensured strict adherence to budgetary constraints, resulting in a consistent track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, procurement, and quality assurance, to proactively address operational issues. Facilitated regular sync-ups and implemented streamlined communication processes, enhancing task coordination and reducing project delays by 15%.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing project management workflows and implementing new scheduling strategies. These improvements resulted in a 10% increase in overall operational efficiency and enhanced the team's ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
- Performed detailed data analysis on project performance and collaborated with the Finance team to generate comprehensive reports for senior management. Provided actionable insights into resource allocation, budget performance, and operational sustainability, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Led the training and development of project team members, delivering mentorship and performance feedback to enhance team capabilities. Cultivated a culture of accountability and excellence, resulting in a high-performing team consistently meeting project deliverables.
- Recognized for outstanding contributions with multiple awards, including the Quality Satisfaction Award and Bravo to Our Stars Award (x2), for exceptional performance in quality management, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence.
Assistant Project Manager
JS&K Realty LLC
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed detailed plans for site development projects, encompassing budget requirements, task descriptions, and estimated resource requirements to sustain tenant lease targets
- Drove team development by providing consistent training and mentorship, focusing their daily functions on business objectives and tracking progress to ensure milestones are completed on time, on budget, and with the desired results
- Monitored and evaluated monthly financial reports and expense allocation schedules to assess business performance, as well as to uncover trends to implement change management initiatives to meet profitability goals
- Recommended allocation of the resources among the department to ensure the optimal use of financial resources
- Maintained various rental properties to ensure all factors of the property were upheld to the highest standard and quality
- Compiled maintenance and repair requests for submission and reached out to local contractors for bid proposals
- Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships and enhance service quality related to maintenance requests of property upgrades
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions on behalf of management teams, thus increasing revenues by providing exceptional service that generates new business opportunities
Assistant Locations Manager
Banderas Locations LLC
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Efficiently prepared movement orders and assisted with scouting of additional locations by researching photographing and setting appointments between owners and residents
- Managed a production crew of 80+ personnel, showcasing leadership strengths in coordinating logistics and mentoring performance against established schedules
- Tasked with writing and distributing letter to local residents informing them about the filming, requiring the gathering and submittals of regulatory documentation prior to production
- Performed mapping of locations for call sheets and accessibility to prevent production delays
- Assisted in negotiations and budgeting to contribute to cost-effective solutions and adequate resource allocation, resulting in enhancing overall project efficiency and financial management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State Northridge
Los Angeles, CAAssociate of Science - Business Administration
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CASkills
- Program Management
- Strategic Project Management
- Risk Management & Analysis
- Contract Management
- Team Leadership & Training
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance
- M365
- CMT
- Jira Software
- Continuous Process Improvement
Timeline
Operations Project Manager, F-35 JSF
Northrop Grumman Corporation
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
JS&K Realty LLC
04.2019 - 08.2022
Assistant Locations Manager
Banderas Locations LLC
12.2018 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Business Administration
College of the Canyons
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
California State Northridge
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