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PRIYANKA NATARAJAN, PMP

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Experienced Project Manage and team leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
07.2020 - Current
  • Successfully delivered over 2 dozen projects varying in size and budget. Project types include: software development, infrastructure, security, procurement, and software implementation
  • Managed and delivered the Bank's largest project to date under budget and on schedule. The dual data center buildout and data migration project had a $26.6MM budget, 40+ resources, and a 3-year timeline
  • Regularly manages projects using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget
  • Manages implementation projects for third-party vendor applications including RFP processes, POCs, and vendor management
  • Collaborates with executive leadership to provide comprehensive status updates for various leadership and regulatory audiences, including but not limited to: the Bank's Executive Management Committee, the IT Governance Committee, and the FHFA
  • Partners with project team members to identify and quickly address problems
  • Develops and tracks project resource allocation and utilization, maintaining detailed documentation and reporting
  • Performs skilled data analysis, reporting, custom report creation, dashboard building, etc.
  • Shares ideas and takes initiative to implement effective processes that improve the PMO department
  • Trains new project manager team members to familiarize them with the Bank's processes and regulatory requirements
  • Provides detailed and tailored project reporting for various levels of stakeholders and leadership
  • Leads training and communication efforts to ensure seamless project adoption and stakeholder alignment
  • Monitors contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
  • Directs changes to project scope and cost and implements appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.

Project Manager

Salem Associates Inc
08.2017 - 07.2020
  • Spearheaded the delivery of a customized software application for the company's largest customer, leading a diverse team of 20 members across multiple time zones
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for a large multi-year project
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing process improvements and addressing challenges proactively
  • Maintained dynamic project plans to accommodate changing targets and resource availability
  • Delivered weekly status reports to senior leadership highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies

Family Architect

Cognition Builders
10.2015 - 04.2017
  • Designed and executed 5+ client-specific programs with measurable success
  • Facilitated transparent communication through detailed daily updates to team members and stakeholders
  • Fostered positive relationships with clients and colleagues, enhancing program outcomes

Behavioral Clinical Specialist

Marcus Autism Center
02.2014 - 07.2015
  • Led a team of Behavior Analysts with the goal to ensure protocol adherence and optimize therapy session outcomes
  • Managed dynamic schedules and assignments to meet client needs effectively
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by 30% through personalized care strategies

Education

Master of Arts - Psychology

New York University
New York City
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology

Georgia State University
Atlanta
05.2013

Skills

  • Portfolio Management

  • Governance & Compliance

  • Multi-project management

  • Strategic Planning

  • Client relationship management

  • Stakeholder Engagement

  • Team Leadership

  • Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid Methodologies

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Risk Management

  • Process Improvement

Software

MS Project

JIRA

Planview PPM Pro

OnePager Pro

Microsoft Office Suite

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) no. 2642862

Accomplishments

  • Largest Project Managed: Led a $26.6MM multi-year data center buildout and migration project and completed 17% under budget
  • Consistent Project Delivery: Completed over 40 projects on time, meeting 100% delivery target
  • Process Improvement Leader: Implemented multiple process improvements to strengthen the PMO and increase team productivity
  • FHLB Atlanta Winner's Circle Award 2023
  • FHLB Atlanta Winner's Circle Award 2024

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
07.2020 - Current

Project Manager

Salem Associates Inc
08.2017 - 07.2020

Family Architect

Cognition Builders
10.2015 - 04.2017

Behavioral Clinical Specialist

Marcus Autism Center
02.2014 - 07.2015

Project Management Professional (PMP) no. 2642862

Master of Arts - Psychology

New York University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology

Georgia State University
PRIYANKA NATARAJAN, PMP