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SAMANTHA DUGGAN

London, United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Manager with a proven record leading large-scale initiatives across technology, corporate, and hospitality environments . Experienced in managing complex capital works, system implementations, and global transformation programs with budgets exceeding $20M. Skilled at aligning stakeholders, optimizing operations, and delivering measurable improvements to efficiency, customer experience, and profitability. Known for a calm, solutions-focused approach and the ability to bring clarity, collaboration, and structure to fast-moving, high-impact projects.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager, Event & Corporate Spaces

Delaware North
05.2025 - Current
  • Project Lead for Delaware North's $20M Capital Works Program , overseeing the full remodel and re-skin of corporate suites, membership restaurants, and bars. Partnered with the Customer Experience Manager to deliver design excellence and operational efficiencies that enhance guest engagement and revenue growth.
  • Spearheaded office and event space renovations , collaborating with vendors, designers, and contractors to create more functional, collaborative, and guest-centric environments.
  • Led the corporate coffee program redesign , sourcing new vendors and layouts that improved speed, quality, and profitability—unlocking additional revenue by extending coffee cart use to function spaces.
  • Drove the inaugural MXGP Darwin event end-to-end, coordinating logistics, catering, and vendor partnerships for over 600 corporate guests and 1,500+ team members and riders daily , ensuring seamless execution and elevated hospitality standards.
  • Partnered cross-functionally with design, operations, and procurement teams to ensure alignment between creative concepts, financial targets, and guest experience objectives.

Senior Project Manager, Global Programs

Rivian Automotive Inc.
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Directed global implementation of the iCIMS Applicant Tracking System (ATS) across 16k employees in North America, EMEA, and APAC , achieving full deployment on time and within scope .
  • Led and coached a cross-regional team of six (four ICs, two Sr. Managers), driving alignment, accountability, and delivery excellence across concurrent initiatives.
  • Designed and launched a Project Management Cohort Program , elevating PM maturity and improving visibility, consistency, and reporting across all business units.
  • Delivered Executive Interview Training to 500+ senior leaders with a >90% completion rate , standardizing hiring processes and strengthening candidate experience globally.
  • Developed and presented executive-level dashboards and weekly performance reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive leadership alignment.
  • Managed key vendor partnerships , ensuring seamless integration, performance accountability, and ongoing value realization across enterprise systems.

Project Manager, Talent Systems & Programs

Rivian Automotive Inc.
07.2020 - 09.2022
  • Spearheaded enterprise-wide adoption of the Greenhouse ATS for 6k employees , ensuring seamless implementation, stakeholder engagement, and sustained user adoption.
  • Developed scalable project management tools and frameworks to oversee 30+ concurrent initiatives , optimizing talent acquisition workflows and accelerating delivery timelines.
  • Partnered with analytics teams to launch real-time recruiting dashboards, empowering leadership with data-driven insights and performance metrics.
  • Facilitated cross-functional alignment across HR, IT, and business units, proactively removing blockers and ensuring on-time milestone delivery.

Project Coordinator, Siri Software Team

Apple Inc.
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Supported global enhancement of Siri's performance during HomePod pre-launch , ensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and a best-in-class customer experience.
  • Partnered with international engineering and language teams to expand Siri's multilingual capabilities and improve voice recognition accuracy across markets.
  • Led on-site project operations in international locations, coordinating 40+ cross-functional team members weekly and adapting quickly to technical and logistical challenges.
  • Developed reporting frameworks and process guidelines that optimized workflows, improved delivery efficiency, and strengthened communication across teams.

Data Collection Moderator, Intern

Apple Inc.
05.2018 - 09.2018

L&D, Intern

Apple Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2017

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
08-2020

Skills

  • Project & Program Management
  • Process Optimisation & Change Management
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Management
  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Data Analysis & Executive Reporting
  • Cross Collaboration & Communication

Timeline

Project Manager, Event & Corporate Spaces

Delaware North
05.2025 - Current

Senior Project Manager, Global Programs

Rivian Automotive Inc.
09.2022 - 07.2024

Project Manager, Talent Systems & Programs

Rivian Automotive Inc.
07.2020 - 09.2022

Project Coordinator, Siri Software Team

Apple Inc.
05.2019 - 09.2019

Data Collection Moderator, Intern

Apple Inc.
05.2018 - 09.2018

L&D, Intern

Apple Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Arizona

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