Stephanie McDonnell
Calgary,AB
Summary
Accomplished project management professional with extensive experience in delivering projects on time and within budget. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Strong background in interior design, integrating creative solutions with strategic planning to enhance project aesthetics and functionality.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Project Lead
Suncor Energy Inc.
Calgary, Alberta
01.2008 - 11.2025
- Experience leading and coordinating internal office construction projects large and small, from space planning to occupancy.
- Managed project timelines and budgets for facility upgrades and maintenance.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors for project execution and compliance.
- Oversaw safety protocols during construction and renovation activities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of project development.
- Conducted risk assessments prior to commencement of projects in order to minimize potential problems down the line.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration among engineering and operations teams.
- Developed project documentation and reports for stakeholder communication.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project goals and expectations.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects from initiation through closure phases.
- Coordinated project resources to ensure timely task completion. to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
- Assembled project teams and assigned individual responsibilities to facilitate on-time completion of planned tasks.
- Supervised and coached installation staff throughout system installations.
- Performed asset management for HVAC maintenance, repaired electrical systems and managed building automation systems.
- Maintained drawings, schedules, permits, records of payments and vendor pricing.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Led project teams to ensure timely completion of energy sector initiatives.
- Performed quality assurance checks throughout various stages of a project in order to verify proper execution.
- Negotiated contracts between internal departments and external vendors.
- Prioritized project tasks to meet critical deadlines and objectives. and assignments to meet critical deadlines.
- Resolved conflicts within the project team to maintain a positive working environment..
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior project team members.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
Interior Designer
Cardel Homes
Calgary, Alberta
08.2005 - 12.2007
- Selected materials, colors, and furnishings that align with client preferences and project goals.
- Collaborated on show home design and finishes.
- Worked with millworker to customize kitchen and bathroom cabinetry.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure design implementation meets quality standards and timelines.
- Performed on-site inspections to ensure compliance with design standards and client expectations. for quality insurance.
- Created detailed design plans using AutoCAD and 3D modeling software for presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Mount Royal University
Calgary05-2005
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Okanagan College
Kelowna05-1999
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Risk assessment
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Stakeholder communication
- Contract negotiation
- Worksite safety and quality control
- Time management and organization
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Microsoft Project expertise
- Archibus software experience
- SAP knowledge
- Workday experience
- Attention to detail
Certification
- LEED Green Associate - Green Building Institute
- Leadership in Safety Excellence - Alberta Safety Construction Association
Timeline
Facilities Project Lead
Suncor Energy Inc.
01.2008 - 11.2025
Interior Designer
Cardel Homes
08.2005 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Mount Royal University
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Okanagan College