Nela (Maria) Pontejos
IT Project Manager
Surrey,British Columbia
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with diverse teams on-site and remote to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Highly effective overseeing multiple tasks and team members at once while managing budgets and monitored project costs. Dedicated to detail-oriented leadership and goal-oriented planning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior IT Project Manager
TELUS Communications Inc.
Vancouver, BC
05.2008 - 07.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Senior IT Project Manager
RCG Information Technology
Manila, Philippines
01.2006 - 07.2007
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
Senior IT Project Manager
HSBC Software House
Burnaby, BC
10.2007 - 04.2008
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
Project Manager
Fujitsu Philippines Inc
Manila, Philippines
10.1996 - 01.2006
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major in Computer Engineering
Rizal Technological University
Manila, Philippines 1996
Skills
Project Management
Multitasking Abilities
Planning and Coordination
Dependable and Responsible
Flexible and Adaptable
Supervision and Leadership
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Organizational Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Remote Team Management
Managing Multiple Projects
Project Goals and Milestones
Change Management Process
Project Scheduling
Schedule Coordination
Project Plan Development
Timelines and Milestones
Requirements Definition
Certification
- Certified Project Management Professional through Project Management Institute
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Senior IT Project Manager
TELUS Communications Inc.
05.2008 - 07.2023
Senior IT Project Manager
HSBC Software House
10.2007 - 04.2008
Senior IT Project Manager
RCG Information Technology
01.2006 - 07.2007
Project Manager
Fujitsu Philippines Inc
10.1996 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Major in Computer Engineering
Rizal Technological University