Christopher Gates, MBA, PMP, FAC-COR
ACCOMPLISHED PROGRAM & PROJECT MANAGER
Accomplished, dedicated, and results-focused Program and Project Leader with broad-based management expertise in driving objectives centered on driving business effectiveness and strengthening performance management. Offers a stellar track record of partnering with colleagues to encourage successful large-scale, high visibility enterprise initiatives, accomplishing all delivery milestones on time and within budget by leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Well-versed in aligning project strategies with key business initiatives by adopting cutting-edge solutions and implementing effective change management strategy; with US Department of the Interior and US Department of Defense, manages Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions, Telephony & Conferencing Services portfolio to strengthen communications.
Presents a history of success in time-critical environments, with experience managing multimillion-dollar projects and programs for the US Department of the Interior, the US Department of Defense, and the United States Navy.
Core Competencies
Strategic Leadership • Project Strategy & Implementation • Program Management • Cost Reductive Initiatives • Productivity • Risk Minimization • Quality Control • Lean Six Sigma Methodologies • Collaboration • Stakeholder Relations • Change Management