JAMES ROMMENS PMP, MS 4634 Smith Drive Bethlehem, PA. 18017 Phone: (610) 837-9785 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://home.ptd.net/~jrommens/index.htm
SUMMARY A results-oriented information technology professional with extensive experience in project management and software development and working knowledge of all phases of SDLC. A sound knowledge of technical and business practices along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A proven leadership record with strong organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task across projects.
TECHNICAL SKILLS Web Development Skills: HTML, JavaScript, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Captivate, MS-Visual Studio, Interwoven TeamSite, MS-CMS Programming Languages: MS-Visual Basic, VB.NET/ASP.NET, SQL, C/C++, Mainframe languages Databases: MS-Access, SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, DB2, IMS, ADABAS Miscellaneous: MS-Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint), MS-Project, Visio, Livelink
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2003-Current SIEMENS MEDICAL SOLUTIONS, Malvern, PA Technical Project Manager 2003-Current Serve as liaison between functional business areas and IT for IT-related solutions. Held numerous simultaneous roles on complex scheduling web application, written in VB.NET/ASP.NET and SQL Server, including: o Lead Developer . Designed, implemented, and tested application. . Authored Project Vision, Requirements, Design, and Test documentation. o Project Manager . Managed project schedule given aggressive timeline, action item register, and meeting minutes via periodic team meetings. . Reviewed and baselined documentation with project stakeholders. Software Developer o Designed and created new intranet website using Interwoven TeamSite and HTML within tight time constraints, servicing hundreds of personnel with quick access to departmental information. Re-built pages using MS-CMS. o Implemented training application in VB.NET/ASP.NET and SQL Server database for proper customer tracking of training events. o Created online surveys for internal departmental needs. Project Manager o Developed templates for establishing emerging departmental PMO. Training Content Developer o Designed and implemented 20+ employee training modules using Macromedia Captivate on enterprise-wide software application and distributed training modules via intranet and CD. One module added to corporate training database as mandatory training for Project Managers.
2000-2003 AGERE SYSTEMS, Allentown, PA Systems/Business Analyst 2002-2003 Developed business case to determine scope, benefits, plan, resource requirements, and cost in installing enterprise-wide suite of Project Management tools resulting in approval for use of MS- Project 2002. Led meetings with business and technical team to develop system requirements, process flows and data mapping, aiding in constructing gap analysis of competing vendor tools. Page 1 of 2 James Rommens
Project Manager-Hardware, Software, Intellectual Property Systems 2000-2002 Managed projects in manufacture of integrated circuits to meet product quality and delivery dates. Led teams of functional representatives and customers in meetings to review status, schedule, action items, and meeting minutes, ensuring projects remained on track. Directed Project Management task force, formed to improve customer commitments and manage change resulting from introduction of enterprise-wide Project Management tools.
2001.2002 DE SALES UNIVERSITY, Coopersburg, PA Adjunct Instructor (Part-time) Taught technical computer courses (programming concepts, MS-Visual Basic, MS-Office) to adult undergraduate students at local university, stressing importance of SDLC roles.
1998.2000 TELCORDIA TECHNOLOGIES, Piscataway, NJ Senior Project Manager: Software Systems Monitored, consulted and advised leaders of major software projects to ensure meeting budgetary requirements and on-time completion. Promoted to Senior position after approximately one year. Led meetings and conference calls on project status and risk assessment with company management and customers, acting as single point of contact for emerging customer issues. Audited and organized a team review to develop and complete action plan to resolve non- conformances to product-level ISO audit. Selected by management to participate in CMM audit as a key leader resulting in achieving highest Level 5 certification. Coached Assistant Project Manager and assigned work to other project managers in order to ensure satisfactory completion of projects. Interviewed prospective project management candidates to obtain quality staff. Served as manager delegate to ensure smooth workflow.
1996.1998 BFR SYSTEMS/COTELLIGENT, Liberty Corner, NJ Software Developer Developed and tested applications on mainframe and client-server platforms for outsourced telecommunications software system.
1989.1996 BELL COMMUNICATIONS RESEARCH (BELLCORE), Piscataway, NJ Software Developer Designed, implemented and provided technical support on numerous software applications with various technologies and operating platforms. Mentored, interviewed, and participated in training plan for new team members to help cultivate more productive employees.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING MS Computer Science, National Technological University, Fort Collins, CO BBA, Baruch College, New York, NY Certificate in Applications Programming, New York University, New York, NY Specialized Diploma in Website Design, Northampton Community College, Bethlehem, PA Specialized Diploma in Web Programming, Northampton Community College, Bethlehem, PA Pursuing Master of Arts in Theological Studies (seminary) degree
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Project Management Professional (PMP); Project Management Institute (PMI) member Dale Carnegie Graduate
VOLUNTEER ROLES AND ASSIGNMENTS Church deacon Built and maintain websites for faith-based and non-profit organizations
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