Chantel Helmick

About Chantel Helmick

As a Senior Project Manager in the IT sector within state government, I lead and manage high-impact technology initiatives that drive efficiency, innovation, and operational excellence. I am passionate about delivering enterprise solutions, optimizing workflows, and aligning technology with business objectives to enhance government services and stakeholder satisfaction.Leadership & Management:As a leader and mentor, I take pride in guiding, coaching, and developing my team to reach their full potential. I foster a collaborative, results-driven environment where my team is empowered to problem-solve, innovate, and continuously improve. I believe in leading by example, fostering accountability, and creating a culture of trust and professional growth. Managing cross-functional teams, I ensure that projects stay on track, teams stay engaged, and deliverables meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.Specialties & Strengths: • Project Portfolio Management (PPM) – Overseeing large-scale IT projects with a focus on governance and execution. • Process Improvement & Lean Six Sigma – Driving efficiency through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. • Stakeholder & Vendor Management – Building strong partnerships to ensure successful project delivery. • Agile & Traditional Project Methodologies – Balancing flexibility with structure to achieve optimal outcomes. • IT Governance & Risk Management – Ensuring compliance with state policies and industry best practices. • Team Leadership & Mentoring – Coaching, mentoring, and supporting my team to excel in their roles.What I love most about my role is the ability to bridge the gap between technology, business needs, and people. I believe that strong leadership, strategic vision, and continuous learning are key to delivering successful projects and building high-performing teams.I am always looking for opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and drive meaningful change. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to create lasting impact!

Experience

1. Senior Project Manager

   Delaware Department of Technology and Information

   Jun 2024 — Present · US

Education

• Brevard College

  Integrated Studies BA, Political Science/Government and Communications. Minor in Psychology.

  2009 — 2013

• Wilmington University

  MSM HCA, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Fundraising
• Athletics
• Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Microsoft Word
• Administrative Assistants
• Social Networking
• Research
• Student Development
• Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Telephone Skills
• Higher Education
• Customer Service
• Editing
• Sports
• Works Well in a Team
• Teamwork
• Public Speaking
• Time Management
• Powerpoint
• Event Management
• Event Planning