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With over 11 years of experience, I am a reliable and dynamic PMP-certified project manager specializing in IT, finance, medical, education, retail, and media industries. My passion lies in guiding projects to success by effectively managing both startups and large corporate initiatives. IT Project Management: Adept in managing IT security, digital transformations, AI, and cloud solutions. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, ensuring impactful results. Remote Team Leadership: Skilled in leading remote teams across multiple industries, utilizing tools like Wrike, Asana, Click Up, Monday.com, Microsoft Project, Jira, and Smartsheet for seamless coordination and execution. Methodological Proficiency: Proficient in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, I tailor my approach to best fit project and team structures, driving efficiency and innovation. Strategic Industry Experience: I have collaborated with nationwide and international entities in retail, tech, and finance, consistently achieving customer satisfaction and maintaining regulatory compliance. Time & Budget Management: Expert in managing concurrent projects, optimizing resources with AI solutions to meet timelines and budget constraints while delivering high-quality results. I am committed to navigating complex projects and ensuring their successful completion within agreed parameters. If you're looking for a project manager who can bring structure, strategic insight, and a hands-on approach to your team, let's connect to explore how I can contribute to your organization.

I can help you by providing expert project management to ensure your projects are delivered successfully. With a proven track record of managing complex projects, I deliver results on time and within budget. My approach emphasizes clear communication and proactive issue and risk mitigation. As a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with 13 years of experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project. Here's what I can bring to your project: ✅ Top-notch experience in Project Management: PMP, ACP, and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) certified with expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. ✅ Cloud and AI Technologies: Extensive experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Analytics, and Azure AI. ✅ Project Management Software: Proficient in Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, Workday, and Planview, SmartSheets, Project Insight, and Monday.com for efficient project planning, tracking, and execution. ✅ Technical Proficiency: Proficient in C, C++, Java, Python, SQL, and HTML. ✅ Business Process Improvement: Skilled in ITIL v4, change management, requirements gathering, stakeholder management, and SDLC. ✅ Proven track record: 93% on-time delivery rate and 95% budget adherence. Why you should choose me over other freelancers: 🌟 Problem-Solving Skills: My exceptional problem-solving skills have helped clients navigate complex challenges, saving them time and money. For instance, my strategic approach to diagnosing and resolving performance issues led to a 40% improvement in application response times and a 30% reduction in infrastructure costs. 🌟 Client Reviews: I focus on providing value to all of my clients and earning their trust. My clients consistently praise my dedication and the exceptional quality of my work. 🌟 Over-Delivering: This is core to my work as a freelancer. My focus is on giving more than what I expect to receive. I take pride in leaving all of my clients saying "WOW." 🌟 Proactive Risk Management: I identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies to prevent project delays and budget overruns, ensuring a smooth and successful project delivery. Highlighted Projects and Accomplishments: ✅ Azure AI Chatbot Implementation: Led the development and deployment of an AI-driven chatbot, reducing customer service response times by 40% and increasing customer satisfaction by 30%. ✅ Azure Data Lake Analytics Project: Managed migration to Azure Data Lake, improving data query performance by 50% and reducing data processing costs by 30%. ✅ Azure AI Copilot Integration: Spearheaded integration of AI tools into enterprise applications, boosting operational efficiency by 25%. ✅ Intune Implementations: Enhanced endpoint management and security, achieving a 20% increase in device compliance and a 20% reduction in security incidents. ✅ Custom App Development Migrations: Directed migration of custom applications to Azure, improving application response times by 40% and reducing infrastructure costs by 30%. ✅ Microsoft Dynamics CRM Implementation: Modernized 4 CRM systems, enhancing data accessibility and user experience. ✅ Oracle ERP Implementation: Successfully led numerous implementations of Oracle Cloud ERP, optimizing business processes, improving data accuracy, and achieving a 20 - 55% reduction in operational costs. ✅ Microsoft Dynamics ERP Implementation: Managed several end-to-end implementations of Microsoft Dynamics ERP, streamlining operations, and increasing productivity by 25 - 33%. Key Achievements: 🌟 93% On-Time Delivery: Consistently delivered projects on schedule, ensuring client satisfaction and timely market entry. 🌟 95% On/Budget Adherence: Expertly managed project budgets, delivering outstanding results without financial overruns. 🌟 Operational Efficiency Improved by 25%: Streamlined processes and integrated advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and productivity. 🌟 Strategic Problem-Solving: Implemented effective problem-solving strategies resulting in a 40% improvement in application response times and a 30% reduction in infrastructure costs. Education: MBA, Marketing Analysis: University of Houston, GPA: 3.5/4.0 | May 2009 Bachelor of Science, Computer Science: Texas Southern University, GPA: 3.3/4.0 | May 2005 Reviews and feedback from high-profile clients: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "We've been incredibly impressed with Elgin's ability to lead our Azure AI projects to success. His expertise and dedication significantly improved our customer service operations." - Eric Edwards, Denver Water ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Elgin consistently delivers beyond expectations. Their unmatched project management skills and technical expertise make them a valuable asset to any team." - Jennifer Danford, SnoopDrive For detailed work history, client reviews, and portfolio, please refer to the work history section of my profile. Let’s collaborate to drive your next project to success!

✨ Project Management Services – Done Right ✨ I provide professional end-to-end Project Management services, specializing in: 🎯 Project Leadership: Managing projects is my specialty – from planning to successful delivery. ✅ Task Management: Assigning, explaining, and tracking tasks with ease. 📈 Process Optimization: Deep understanding of workflows to ensure smooth operations. 🤝 Team Coordination: Facilitating clear communication and collaboration. Let me handle the details so you can focus on your vision. Together, we’ll turn your goals into success! 🚀

Smartsheet Consultant I will help you implement, optimize, and manage Smartsheet solutions for projects of any size, from small business initiatives to large enterprise programs. With over 20 years of project management experience and hands-on Smartsheet expertise, I can build project plans, Gantt charts, dependencies, dashboards, reports, and workflow automation tailored to your business needs. Recent experience includes managing a 16-week hotel construction project entirely in Smartsheet, including task management, timelines, predecessors, Gantt charts, leadership reporting, governance tracking, and user training. I also developed project roadmaps and implementation schedules for technology partnerships and strategic initiatives. Services include: • Smartsheet setup and implementation • One-on-one Smartsheet training • Project schedules and Gantt charts • Dashboards and executive reporting • Workflow automation • PMO governance and best practices • Portfolio and program management support Whether you are new to Smartsheet or need advanced project management solutions, I can help you achieve faster project delivery and improved visibility. Drawing on my significant global, strategic, and startup leadership expertise, I am highly skilled in optimizing processes and scaling operations for companies expanding domestically and abroad. My proven ability to assemble and lead cross-functional teams and my unique blend of experience in business process, executive management, and technology have been instrumental in optimizing operations, delivering complex enterprise projects, and scaling operations globally. Having worked across multiple industries, including Medical, Government, eCommerce, Giant IT companies, and Technology & Startups, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate the challenges of growth and expansion. Driving Operational Excellence: My career has been centered around driving operational excellence, and I have a proven track record of successfully overhauling and optimizing processes in various settings. Here are some highlights of my experience: 1- Bringing predictability and standardization to project management practices. 2- Overseeing significant automation of business processes, leading to cost savings and increased efficiency. 3- Saving significant dollars by conducting the analysis and building the business case for various initiatives. 4- Consolidating and standardizing processes and technology platforms across Facilities to increase efficiency. 5- Implement systems, processes, and teams to support international expansion, facilitating growth and global operations. Overall, my expertise in operational optimization has enabled organizations to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness while saving valuable time and resources. Management of Portfolio: Some of the critical accomplishments in portfolio management include the following: 1- Implement a PMO structure at an AI company, providing governance over the complete company project portfolio, aligning the integration, optimization, and transformation portfolios with its strategic plan, and partnering with all functional teams to deliver business change through projects. 2- Building the International PMO and implementing governance to review, approve, prioritize, and strategically oversee the International operations project portfolio. 3- Execute standardized metrics, operational scorecards, and playbooks to promote consistency and transparency in project performance. 4- Develop and drive strategic technology roadmaps to align with business objectives. 5- Establish regular cross-organization touchpoints to ensure information flow and best practices between organizational silos. 6- Partner with corporate finance to develop comprehensive budget tools for effective project planning and management. 7- Led the project capital expenditure reporting process to deliver precise and prompt information to all stakeholders. Implementation & Change Management: 1- Manage end-to-end technology delivery for a global HR transformation, encompassing technical design, build, test, deployment, integrations, and data conversion. 2- Develop and maintain strong relationships with executives, stakeholders, and suppliers across the organization and worldwide in complex, matrixed environments. 3- Prioritize organizational readiness as a critical component of transformational project life cycles. Innovation In Technology: 1- Introduce cutting-edge cloud-based technology solutions that revolutionize and expand business operations. 2- Advocate using collaboration tools and promote global teamwork best practices. 3- Adopt new technologies, frequently collaborating with sister organizations to augment their solutions.

I help growing companies build scalable operational systems for project delivery, resource planning, and workflow management. Typical projects I support: • project delivery and operations system design • PMO and delivery framework development • resource planning and capacity management systems • client onboarding and implementation workflows • SOP libraries and operational playbooks • KPI dashboards and executive reporting • workflow automation and cross-team process optimization I step in to design scalable operational systems that restore clarity and control. With 10+ years leading enterprise initiatives for organizations including The Walt Disney Company and Johnson Controls, I specialize in building project delivery infrastructure that allows teams to scale without operational chaos. Typical projects I support • project management system architecture (monday com, Asana, ClickUp, Smartsheet) • PMO and delivery operations frameworks • client onboarding and implementation systems • resource planning and capacity management • SOP libraries and operational playbooks • KPI dashboards and executive reporting • workflow automation across teams While I frequently implement solutions in Monday com, my focus is on building scalable systems that can operate across tools and evolve with the business. • monday com • Workflow Automation • Project Management Office (PMO) • Business Process Improvement • Operations Management • Asana • ClickUp • Smartsheet • Process Improvement • Project Management