Profile of Gary Simms

Gary Simms Project Manager
10 years experience 0 projects worked Jamaica
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I am a certified Project Manager (PRINCE2), who holds an MBA (International Management) and Post Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Management. with more than 10 years’ experience in the implementation of ICT projects both within the Caribbean North America and Europe. During this time, I have implemented and run Project Management Offices (PMOs) in organisations such as Fujitsu UK and Cable & Wireless.  I have managed many successful projects globally during this time managing portfolios of projects but across UK, Europe the Caribbean and  North America, being responsible for the effective functioning of the full project management framework, inclusive of the governance, procedures tools and controls

I am fully competent in implementing project management methodologies that enable myself and my project team to develop detailed project plans, to track progress, manage changes to budget, scope and schedule, whilst managing the relationship with vendors, clients and all stakeholders I have known as a person who “is a no-nonsense man when it comes to getting the job done”. One who believes in building a winning and collaborative culture throughout the teams and organisations I have led. I am fully adept at the use of tools such as MS Project which have used for many years.

An excellent verbal and written communicator with strong commercial focus, I have engaged at the C level in many of the organisations I have served which has enabled me to relate to the organization as a whole, ensuring the technology recommended meets the business objectives of each entity that engages my services.

I am an excellent people manager, who is adept at unearthing and developing talent in teams that I have managed.

Most of my Project roles have me executing on the following functions on a daily basis:

·     Project Implementation

·     Financial management

·     Project Monitoring and Reporting

·     Coordination and liaison

·     Knowledge management and innovation

·     Operational and logistical support

I am also trained in Network Security Risk Assessment., Agile Project Management and organizational change. I am an excellent communicator and problem solver who is driven and focused on meeting project timelines and budgets.

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Work Experiences

  • Project Director

    Cadence Jamaica Ltd.

    September 2019 - Now

    Currently working on the following client projects:
    Project 1
    Network Assessment (including security audit). provided current network infrastructure status report, including recommendations for re-design. Currently implementing new Technology Infrastructure design, including secure (Fortigate devices), remotely managed network, Windows 10 desktop and Server environment, Zoom conferencing. Delivered cybersecurity, Office 365 and Zoom conferencing training. Introduce network governance (access policies) and security monitoring. Also Google Cloud storage solution. Management of Project Budget, Procurement. Full PM Lifecycle.

    Project 2
    Implementation of Islandwide WAN, utilizing LTE and broadband networks to connect multiple locations using smartphones, tablets and PCs to a central database in Kingston. Implementation of CRM with AI Customer Experience interface via website. Dashboards for the presentation of data to Executive Management. Also Xorcom pbx system for HQ and VOIP App for remote locations. FortiGate Firewall for network security with remote network monitoring. Management of Project Budget, Procurement. Full PM Lifecycle.

    Project 3
    Network Assessment (including security audit). provided current network infrastructure status report, including recommendations for re-design. Currently implementing new Technology Infrastructure design, including secure (Fortigate devices), remotely managed network, Windows 10 desktop and Server environment, Zoom conferencing. Delivered cybersecurity, Office 365 and Zoom conferencing training. Introduce network governance (access policies) and security monitoring. Also Google Cloud storage solution and Google Classroom LMS. Management of Project Budget, Procurement. Full PM Lifecycle.

Certification

  • PRINCE2 Project Management

    UK Department of Commerce

    July 2007 - August 2007

    PRINCE2 Is the number 1 Project Management Methodology utilized in Europe. Also widely used in Jamaica.

Education

  • PG Cert Information Technology Management

    Sheffield University

    September 2001 - July 2002

  • MBA

    University of South Wales

    September 1998 - August 2000

    Master Business Administration – International Management.