Maurice M. Williams
Fresno
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Certified Scrum Master and Lead Project Manager with over 19 years of expertise in delivering complex digital and technical projects. Adept at leading Agile teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery while maintaining high-quality standards. Extensive experience in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and facilitating cross-functional team success through Agile ceremonies. Demonstrates a proven track record in risk mitigation, client relationship management, and change management strategies. Committed to mentoring and developing high-performing teams, driving process improvements, and aligning project goals with organizational objectives to achieve operational excellence. Skilled in utilizing advanced tools like Asana, Harvest, and Google Suite to streamline workflows and enhance project outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Management Supervisor, Engineering and Construction
PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC
01.2016 - Current
- Lead the management of 3-4 complex digital projects simultaneously, applying Agile methodologies to oversee all phases from planning to post-launch, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, to drive team collaboration and maintain project alignment with objectives
- Collaborate with discipline leads to define project scopes, create detailed plans, and ensure progress tracking across the lifecycle, consistently communicating status and budget alignment to stakeholders
- Identify and mitigate potential project risks early by developing contingency plans and managing changes to project scope, ensuring seamless project execution
- Mentor and coach project management teams in Agile best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and driving team success in alignment with company goals
- Conduct retrospectives at the end of project phases to capture key learnings, working with Directors to implement process improvements and enhance project management practices
- Utilize advanced tools, such as Asana and Harvest, to manage project workflows, optimize resource allocation, and enhance team productivity
Vice President, Relationship Manager III / Leadership
RABOBANK
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed 3-4 medium to large-scale digital and technical projects, leveraging Agile methodologies to lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle and achieve successful delivery of goals
- Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews, to ensure project milestones were met and deliverables aligned with client needs and organizational standards
- Acted as the primary client liaison, building strong collaborative relationships, managing expectations, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the execution of projects
- Provided proactive risk management by identifying potential issues early, developing contingency plans, and addressing concerns to ensure smooth project delivery
- Applied Agile best practices to promote team collaboration, optimize workflows, and maintain focus on continuous improvement and efficiency
- Enhanced project outcomes through detailed progress tracking and transparent communication of timelines, budgets, and deliverables to stakeholders
Business Acquisition and Mergers Consultant / Commercial Loan Officer
WELLS FARGO BANK
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Managed large-scale digital transformation projects for the M&A division, applying Agile methodologies to streamline processes, improve system efficiency, and drive innovation
- Coordinated project planning, resource allocation, and budget management, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of digital products and services to enterprise clients
- Led cross-functional teams in the execution of commercial finance projects, aligning deliverables with corporate finance strategies and M&A objectives
- Maintained strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor, providing consistent updates, and ensuring alignment with project goals to build long-term partnerships
- Facilitated Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, to improve team performance, adapt workflows, and meet changing project requirements
- Drove process improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean principles to enhance workflows, boost efficiency, and improve client satisfaction
- Delivered financial insights and project management expertise, integrating commercial lending strategies with project outcomes to support enterprise growth and acquisition goals
- Developed risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans, ensuring smooth project delivery while managing the complexities of mergers and acquisitions
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Fresno State University
Fresno, CABachelor of Science - Marketing & Finance, Dual Degree: Account and Finance
Fresno State University
Fresno, CABachelor of Science - Business Management
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CASkills
- Project Lifecycle Management & Oversight
- Team Leadership
- Mentorship
- Performance Tracking
- Agile Methodologies
- Sprint Planning
- Change Management
- Adoption Strategies
- Client Relationship Management
- Collaboration
- Risk Management
- Mitigation Strategies
- Digital Technologies
- WordPress
- Drupal
- UX
- Visual Design
- Budget Management
- Financial Oversight
- Resource Forecasting
- Allocation
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- ITIL Foundation Certified
- Leadership Management Training
- Agile Project Management Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
- Certified Problem Solver (CPS)
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- Construction Management Specialization
- Investment Licensed Series 6,7,63 (inactive)
Keyprojectsandachievements
- Successfully led 3-4 large-scale digital projects from planning to post-launch, delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring alignment with client goals and studio standards.
- Provided mentorship and leadership to a team of project managers, tracking performance and delivering training opportunities that aligned with company goals.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, while effectively managing project risks and delivering solutions that minimized impact on project timelines and budgets.
- Implemented key process improvements following project retrospectives, resulting in increased project efficiency and improved team performance.
Earlierexperience
- Met Life Investors, Investment Portfolio Management, Acquisitions and Mergers / AIG Advisor – Financial Advisor, New York
- Bank of America, Banker / Customer Service Supervisor
Timeline
Project Management Supervisor, Engineering and Construction
PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC
01.2016 - Current
Vice President, Relationship Manager III / Leadership
RABOBANK
01.2015 - 01.2016
Business Acquisition and Mergers Consultant / Commercial Loan Officer
WELLS FARGO BANK
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Finance, Dual Degree: Account and Finance
Fresno State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fresno Pacific University
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- ITIL Foundation Certified
- Leadership Management Training
- Agile Project Management Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
- Certified Problem Solver (CPS)
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- Construction Management Specialization
- Investment Licensed Series 6,7,63 (inactive)
Master of Business Administration -
Fresno State University
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