Shelanda Kujala
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Experienced in planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams towards meeting project milestones. Proven track record of implementing efficient processes to consistently achieve project goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
University of Michigan
01.2023 - Current
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Research Project: National Science Foundation (NSF), Navigating the New Arctic Research Project in Fennoscandia
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track
- Coordinated collection and completion of information required for the NSF annual report, and grant sub-award
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Collaborated to organize international meetings and logistics, managed and organized tracking of budget, spending and reimbursements
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables
- Integrated business processes to maximize workshop planning productivity
Graduate Student
Boise State University
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Designed, implemented and completed thesis project titled, "The Effects of Mental Training on Acute Psychophysiological Stress Responses in Endurance Athletes"
- Developed research skills with in-depth assignments on various topics
- Analyzed complex texts to develop critical thinking skills
- Enhanced academic performance by utilizing effective study techniques
- Collaborated with peers to complete group projects and enhance learning
- Completed coursework, demonstrating understanding of key topics
Channel Support Analyst
Impac Services
03.2012 - 05.2013
- Streamlined employee training as a result of having developed company training materials for new employees
- Increased company Oracle specializations as lead contact between Oracle and company employees regarding software specializations and training
- Created product marketing materials; brochures and website
- Delivered solutions for complex issues, maintaining high user satisfaction
- Offered guidance to users, resulting in improved software utilization
Project Coordinator
Shaw Communications Inc.
05.2007 - 11.2010
- Implemented large-scale data telecommunications services for business customers across Canada and internationally by collaborating with external and internal teams
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals
- Provided regular communications regarding goals and project status to team members and management
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments
Alberta SuperNet Project Construction Coordinator
Bell Canada
01.2003 - 04.2007
- Coordinated with contractors and Alberta Utility companies to install electrical power to all POP (Point of Presence) site locations throughout small towns and communities in Alberta
- Tracked construction progress, point of contact for inspectors and contractors
- Assisted in developing project plans for effective resource allocation
- Oversaw subcontractor activities to maintain quality standards
- Coordinated construction projects to ensure timely completion and adherence to budgets
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology, Behavioral Studies
Boise State University
Boise, Idaho12-2022
Bachelor of Management - Marketing Major
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, ABPost Graduate Diploma - Applied Information Technology
Information Technology Institute
Vancouver, BCSkills
- Effective Telecomunications Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project Development
- Project Timeline Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
Professional Memberships
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
Timeline
Project Manager
University of Michigan
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Student
Boise State University
09.2019 - 12.2022
Channel Support Analyst
Impac Services
03.2012 - 05.2013
Project Coordinator
Shaw Communications Inc.
05.2007 - 11.2010
Alberta SuperNet Project Construction Coordinator
Bell Canada
01.2003 - 04.2007
Master of Science - Kinesiology, Behavioral Studies
Boise State University
Bachelor of Management - Marketing Major
University of Lethbridge
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Information Technology
Information Technology Institute
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