Pooja Premkumar
Brampton,ON
Summary
Determined Project Manager with success boosting productivity aand demonstrated track record consulting. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Exceptional program, team and project manager. Skilled at mentoring staff, integrating ideas and customizing approaches to support specific means and goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Management Consultant
Toronto Hydro
05.2022 - Current
- Managed Capital, Emergency, Operational and Maintenance program valued at $30MM- $50M
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in project management.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Investment planning, and Finance for long term planning and effective management of work in progress and capitalization of assets
- Reduced project costs and resource stranding through effective resource allocation and budget management.
- Improved team collaboration by fostering open communication, trust, and shared ownership of projects.
- Developed customized solutions for client based on their unique needs and industry trends.
- Enabled successful project execution by providing expert guidance and support to project teams.
Project Manager
JLL Canada
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Worked in the PMO as Interim PMO Lead
- Helped develop and refine various processes and templates to be used in Project delivery; introduced new dashboards to monitor project progress
- Participated in Business development committees to secure new clients for the company.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams (Contractors, Architects, Consultants etc.) and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Construction Coordinator
RioCan REIT
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted Project Managers & Directors in managing Canada wide portfolio of new retail development projects
- Responsible for smaller fit out projects in existing locations
- Developed company wide reporting template to be presented during weekly line of business reporting with Board of Directors
- Implemented file management systems for maintaining project records.
Project Controls Analyst
CBRE Canada
09.2013 - 11.2016
- Performed in an Analyst role within PMO to help manage all reporting, BI and process management for Project Delivery
- Worked as a Project coordinator for newly created Occupancy services program to manage updating client database of site surveys
- Assisted Project Managers in fulfilling all Project Administrative duties for a public sector client
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Streamlined project tracking by implementing efficient scheduling tools and software.
Education
Architecture (Graduate Certificate) -
Ryerson University
01.2018
Project Management (Graduate Certificate) -
Centennial College
12.2013
Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Bachelor's degree) -
VIT University
01.2012
Skills
- Scope Management
- Technical Understanding
- Requirements Analysis
- Documentation Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Change Management
- Resource Allocation
- Process Improvement
- Problem Solving
- Financial Analysis
- Planning and Execution
Certification
PMP, Project Management Institute, 12/2018
Timeline
Program Management Consultant
Toronto Hydro
05.2022 - Current
Project Manager
JLL Canada
07.2017 - 04.2022
Construction Coordinator
RioCan REIT
11.2016 - 07.2017
Project Controls Analyst
CBRE Canada
09.2013 - 11.2016
Architecture (Graduate Certificate) -
Ryerson University
Project Management (Graduate Certificate) -
Centennial College
Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Bachelor's degree) -
VIT University