Maria Nieto
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
Seasoned project management specialist with comprehensive experience in leading projects from inception to completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes for efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational workflows and significantly improving project outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Aligned Construction Ltd
Toronto, ON
09.2020 - Current
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
Project Manager
Govan Brown
Toronto, ON
11.2015 - 10.2018
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
Project Coordinator
Ellisdon
Toronto, ON
05.2010 - 03.2015
- Liaised with project managers to evaluate project scope and define milestones and deadlines.
- Prepared status reports to communicate progress to stakeholders and management teams.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Maintained a detailed database of project information including budgeting, resources and deliverables.
- Produced status reports for customers and senior management.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Developed and maintained project plans, schedules and budgets to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Performed regular reviews of project documentation and communicated results with relevant personnel.
- Created and maintained project documentation to drive transparency with stakeholders.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Engineering Technology - Construction Management
George Brown College
Toronto, ON05-2010
Skills
- Project management & tracking
- Contract management
- Budget preparation
- Work flow planning
- Systems implementation
- Price quote preparation
- Project development
- Construction management
- Quality assurance and control
- Client rapport
- Milestone tracking
Timeline
Project Manager
Aligned Construction Ltd
09.2020 - Current
Project Manager
Govan Brown
11.2015 - 10.2018
Project Coordinator
Ellisdon
05.2010 - 03.2015
Engineering Technology - Construction Management
George Brown College