Phil Robson

About Phil Robson

Hi! I\'m Phil Robson, a humble yet dynamic leader in the Healthcare Information Technology industry. My greatest joy lies in guiding companies to identify the optimal combinations of projects, utilizing appropriate resources, working with integrated roadmaps and schedules, and managing risks to yield maximized planned benefits. My specialty is leading digital transformations and creating new competencies to achieve strategic objectives. I\'ve had the privilege of leading substantial digital transformations. I\'ve improved operational processes by establishing effective governance structures to maximize return. I firmly believe in delivering tangible benefits through an adaptive, serving leader approach. It\'s been quite a journey!I most recently added value at Geisinger by leading substantial improvements in managing resource overcapacity, realizing improvements in employee engagement, and leading the successful adoption of major IT systems, mainly in mergers and acquisitions. At Accenture, I demonstrated my tactical and strategic control of multimillion-dollar budgets, improvements in employee engagement, and multiple leadership roles in system design and configuration, producing significant project outcomes for large clients across multiple industries. I am dedicated to delivering tangible results and taking responsibility for producing beneficial outcomes through innovative technology solutions, especially in the volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environment we operate in today. My top three quantitative/ qualitative achievements are as follows:1. Improved the IT department\'s overcapacity by 53% in less than five months, significantly increasing operational efficiency and improving resource optimization and engagement.2. Boosted employee engagement by 24% within a year by initiating specific engagement initiatives, improving morale and productivity.3. Managed a budget of $18M for a $210M program, successfully leading a team of 15 responsible for a large insurance company\'s project plan, schedule, process design, and solution delivery.My wide range of skills include strategic planning, change management, expertise in agile, predictive, and hybrid methodologies, digital transformation leadership and management, resource management, demand management, establishing tailored and robust governance structures, portfolio management using business relationship managers, and thought leadership in project and program management. I\'m Phil Robson, and I look forward to embarking on this journey with you! p•••••••@comcast.net.

Experience

1. Project Portfolio Management (Ppm) Director

   Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

   Oct 2023 — Present · Harrisburg, PA, US

   As Director of Project Portfolio Management within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania\'s Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), I oversee the strategic alignment, execution, and governance of the state\'s technology and IT project portfolio. My key responsibilities and achievements include:Strategic Portfolio Management: Developing and executing a portfolio management framework and tool that aligns IT projects and programs with the Commonwealth\'s strategic objectives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and value delivery.Governance and Oversight: Implementing governance structures to ensure project selection, prioritization, and execution are conducted according to proven practices, enhancing transparency and accountability across state agencies.Risk Management: Leading risk assessment and mitigation strategies for the project portfolio, ensuring risks are identified, quantified, and managed effectively to minimize impact on project outcomes.Performance Measurement: Establishing performance metrics and KPIs to monitor and report on portfolio health, project progress, and alignment with strategic goals, facilitating data-driven decision-making.Stakeholder Collaboration: Building and maintaining solid relationships with key stakeholders across various state agencies, ensuring their needs and expectations are met while fostering a collaborative environment for project success.Team Leadership: Directing a team of project and program managers, providing leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities to enhance their skills and ensure the PMO\'s objectives are achieved through a competent and motivated team.This role has enabled me to leverage my extensive experience in project portfolio management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement to drive significant improvements in project execution and outcomes, contributing to the Commonwealth\'s mission to deliver efficient, effective, and responsive public services.

Education

• Villanova University

  Master's Certificate, Project Management

• Lehigh University

  Bachelor's of Science, Industrial Engineering

• Lehigh University

  Masters of Engineering, Industrial Engineering

• Brown University School of Professional Studies

  Masters , Healthcare Leadership

Skills

• Process Improvement
• Management
• Team Building
• Strategic Planning
• Budgets
• Vendor Management
• Public Speaking
• Software Development
• Pmp
• Leadership
• Project Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Consulting
• Training
• Risk Management
• Project Planning
• Sap
• Team Leadership
• Erp
• Change Management
• Operations Management
• Business Analysis
• Program Management
• Sdlc
• Strategy