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Martin Kent

Ocean Grove,VIC

Summary

Portfolio Manager (Acting) - June 2024 to 2025

Senior Project Manager – Jan 2022 to 2025

Project Manager - Mar 2017 to Dec 2021

Environment & Release Manager - Mar 2015 to Mar 2017

Analyst / Programmer - Jan 2006 to June 2015



Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Deakin University
01.2022 - 03.2025
  • Currently manage a team of 5 technical specialists in delivering large compliance and enhancement projects for the University's administration division.
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership via steering committees, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms for the organization''s benefit.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
  • Assisted in maturing project management processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems, especially regarding high priority incidents.
  • Delivered high-quality results by fostering a culture of accountability and trust within my teams.

Project Manager

Deakin University
03.2017 - 12.2021
  • Successfully delivered projects for a variety of business areas within Deakin University
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritising tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organisational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects up to 3yrs in length.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.

Environment /Build & Release Manager

Deakin University
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Managed the environment build and software release for Deakin's Student Management System replacement project
  • Maintained version control systems meticulously, ensuring accurate tracking and easy rollback capabilities when necessary.
  • Coordinated scheduled releases and updates.
  • Created presentations and infographic for platform release enhancement communications.
  • Collaborated with project developers, quality assurance team members and business analysts.
  • Collected, modeled and analyzed data in order to make proactive adjustments to plans and meet all milestones.

Analyst Programmer

Deakin University
01.2006 - 03.2015
  • Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications.
  • Updated documentation with project deviations to capture changes.

Education

Bachelor of Computing -

Deakin University
01.2004

Diploma of Management -

Gordon TAFE
01.2011

Skills

  • Project planning
  • Scope management
  • Client relationship management
  • Project scheduling
  • Project plan development
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Training and mentoring
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Agile methodology
  • Project goals and milestones
  • Resource allocation

Certification

Prince2 Foundation Certification

ITIL Foundation Certification

Agile Fundamentals Certification

SAFe Agile for Teams (Elabor8)

Interests

  • Hobbies combining physical activity with the outdoors
  • Exercise / Gym / Cycling
  • Cars
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Time at the beach / swimming
  • Time with my niece / nephew & family

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Deakin University
01.2022 - 03.2025

Project Manager

Deakin University
03.2017 - 12.2021

Environment /Build & Release Manager

Deakin University
03.2015 - 03.2017

Analyst Programmer

Deakin University
01.2006 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Computing -

Deakin University

Diploma of Management -

Gordon TAFE

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