Kerrie Kossatz
Ottawa
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities, and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Experienced with project lifecycle management, including initiation, planning, execution, and closure. Utilizes effective communication and leadership skills to guide teams and stakeholders. Track record of applying strategic thinking and risk assessment to achieve project goals efficiently.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager, Construction
Crown Property Management Inc.
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement processes.
- Achieved project goals with meticulous planning and execution.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Led project reviews, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Improved budget management by monitoring project expenditures closely.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication to ensure project alignment.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Championed corporate values and ethics in all project activities, setting strong example for team members and reinforcing company's reputation for integrity.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored project coordinators and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Project Coordinator and Project Accountant
Huntington Property Group Inc.
01.2012 - 06.2021
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Implemented change management processes that minimized disruptions while maintaining forward momentum on projects.
- Led project documentation efforts, ensuring accurate and timely updates were accessible, significantly reducing information gaps.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Education
Construction Management
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ONBusiness Administration
Willis Business College
Ottawa, ONSkills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Communication skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Project Manager, Construction
Crown Property Management Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Project Coordinator and Project Accountant
Huntington Property Group Inc.
01.2012 - 06.2021
Construction Management
Algonquin College
Business Administration
Willis Business College
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