Bernadette Thavarajah

About Bernadette Thavarajah

LION – LinkedIn Open Networker I am a Professional Engineer, skilled in Change, Operations, and Program Management with extensive experience delivering client-focused results across the public and private sectors. With an impeccable track record of strategic problem-solving and tackling complex issues, I am significantly skilled at project management, data management, resource modeling, operational efficiency, communications, and building consensus and alignment among internal and external stakeholders. As a dynamic, enthusiastic, and trusted leader, I am highly adept at harnessing individual skills and developing high performing teams. I thrive on continuous challenges and fast-paced environments with a strong focus on collaboration, driving growth, and delivering innovative solutions to fulfill clients’ requirements. Key Competencies-Leadership and Management -Strategic Operations -Change Management -Data Analysis -Process Improvement -Strategic Planning and Implementation -Relationship Building and Partnerships -Collaboration and Innovation -Communication and Negotiation -Adaptability and Flexibility -Persistence in the face of Resistance/ Adversity Systems Utilization: Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Project and Word), Visio; Service Channel CMMS; Adobe Key Achievements:+Led department of over 30 technicians, administrators and analysts with 6 direct reports in support of a transit authority providing bus and rail services across metropolitan Portland, Oregon.+Developed departments, with responsibility for budget, and financials, resulting in resource conservation and control/ reduction in operating costs at 4 companies in the public and private sectors +Developed contract management systems, defining scopes, negotiating and executing contracts and managing over a hundred contractors with multi-million-dollar concurrent contracts +Developed and managed an innovative County-wide strategic program to preserve resources, meet State goals and manage costs during 40% reduction in budget.+Led strategic and tactical planning to implement Corporate goals across thousand plus facilities in the United States and Canada. Communicated and collaborated with all levels of the company to develop practical initiatives, minimizing change and encouraging participation, resulting in successful accomplishment of the goals within three years of inception.+Developed and managed disaster preparation and recovery plans Please contact me at b••••••••@gmail.com to find out how I might consult, contribute, and add value to your organization.

Experience

1. Leading Innovative Solutions for Facilities Management and Engineering

   Teams

   Feb 2020 — Present · New Smyrna Beach, FL, US

Education

• The Catholic University of America

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Magna Cum Laude

  1979 — 1980

Skills

• Environmental Management Systems
• Solid Waste
• Recycling
• Training
• Budgeting
• Team Building
• Facilities Management
• Logistics
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Budgets
• Engineering Management
• Sustainable Business
• Communication Skills
• Project Planning
• Business Process Improvement
• Renewable Energy
• Sustainability Reporting
• Procurement
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Intercultural Skills
• Environmental Awareness
• Management
• Energy Efficiency
• Waste
• Integrated Waste Management
• Environmental Compliance
• Energy Management
• Waste Management
• Process Improvement
• Supply Chain
• Program Management
• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Energy
• Manufacturing
• Sustainability
• Contract Management
• Waste Reduction