Elizabeth Guardado
Denver
Summary
Diligent project coordinator with solid background in coordinating diverse projects from inception to completion. Successfully supported cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables. Demonstrated effective communication and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Stantec
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with project managers to perform functions as requested, such as - subcontract tracking, preparing progress reports, managing client audits, financial analysis, write offs, monitoring accounts receivable aging and supporting collection of invoice payments.
- Collaborated with project manager to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Independently organized and prioritized workload to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Change order drafting, execution, and review of project financials in collaboration with Project Accountant.
- Tracking/updating certificate of insurance through project life cycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Assisting project manager with project pursuit review and execution.
- Collaborate with Project Manager and team to generate, finalize and issue client invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the contractual terms for each project.
- Monthly portfolio review and updates on the project status with Project Manager.
- Assist with project through closeout.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Collaborated with project manager to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
Project Controls Analyst
Stantec
01.2022 - Current
- Direct point of contact for subconsultant.
- Drafting/executing invoices to clients.
- Calendar management for project manager.
- Financial management of a portfolio of projects assigned.
- Reduced project risks by conducting thorough risk assessments and providing mitigation strategies.
- Provided insightful data analysis for informed decision-making, enabling successful project outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of projects, facilitating smooth transitions during personnel changes or handovers.
- Served as a liaison between clients and internal teams to deliver customized solutions that met their unique needs.
Project Accountant
Stantec
01.2020 - 01.2022
- 100+ invoice management.
- Oracle and expertise use of Excel for invoicing and tracking financial reports across multiple projects.
- Meeting deadlines from clients across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Eliminated discrepancies by carefully reviewing budgets to prevent overspending and adhere to financial objectives.
- Read, escalated and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
Professional Research Assistant Screening Team Lead – Administrative Assistant
University of Colorado Anschutz Campus
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes- ASK Research Study
- State loan tracking and estimates for study research and budgets.
- October 2017- April 2020
- Contracted Research Assistant for Denver Health and CHCO hospitals (Aurora, Highlands Ranch, Colorado Springs campus)
Laboratory Assistant – Trainer
Kaiser Permanent
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Part Time
Education
Business Management, Accounting
Community College of Denver
04.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
George Washington High School
05.2007
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project coordination
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Documentation management
- Critical thinking
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Deadline adherence
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Subcontractor oversight
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Stantec
06.2024 - Current
Project Controls Analyst
Stantec
01.2022 - Current
Project Accountant
Stantec
01.2020 - 01.2022
Professional Research Assistant Screening Team Lead – Administrative Assistant
University of Colorado Anschutz Campus
01.2017 - 01.2020
Laboratory Assistant – Trainer
Kaiser Permanent
01.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
George Washington High School
Business Management, Accounting
Community College of Denver
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