Rodrigo Vilela
Project Manager @Backbone
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WORK HISTORY
Project Manager @Backbone
Toronto, ON, CA
Led end-to-end delivery of a AI-powered e-commerce project using a DXP (Digital Experience Platform) from project initiation to closure- Driving cross-functional Agile collaboration across UX, UI, Development, QA, and DevOps ensuring consistent and successful deliveries- Managing integration streams with ERP system ensuring the solution integration and scalability- Coordinating with external enterprise clients and C-level stakeholders, leading strategic kick-off sessions, weekly status reporting, and structured change management preventing scope creep- Applying structured risk and dependency management, actively maintaining the Risk Register and RACD logs to proactively mitigate project threats and ensure schedule health - Utilizing Jira, Confluence, and Slack to monitor sprint progress, track KPIs (velocity, earned value, defect rate), and report on performance metrics in Weekly Status Reports (WSRs)- Overseeing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) in partnership with QA and client teams, ensuring all functionality meets requirements for production readiness- Conducting onboarding for new project team members, ensuring role clarity, SOP alignment, and optimal resource allocation based on skill set, availability, and budget impact- Facilitating project transition and client handover, including documentation, training sessions, and obtaining formal client sign-off based on closure criteria-Tools & Methods: Agile (Scrum), Program/Project Management, DXP, ERP integrations, Jira, Confluence, Slack, EVM, Risk & Dependency Management, Change Control, UAT, and Stakeholder Management.
EDUCATION
Mackenzie Presbyterian University
Bachelor's degree
Douglas College
Post-Degree Diploma
SKILLS
ABOUT RODRIGO VILELA
I specialize in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies, with expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and PMBOK practices. Over the past decade, I’ve managed software development, digital projects, web development, and marketing initiatives related projects- I bring practical experience in project management and process optimization, consistently enhancing operational effectiveness- I excel at building strong relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution- I hold certifications in CSM, CSPO, KSI, and KSD, and a post-graduation in Project Management from Douglas College, showcasing expertise in Agile methodologies, Kanban practices, and SDLC leadership- Proficient in MS Project, Project Libre, JIRA, Teamwork, Mural, Miro, Excel dashboards, and M365, I leverage tools to streamline workflows and deliver actionable insights- Experienced in managing multiple projects simultaneously, I balance priorities effectively while delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges- Fluent in Portuguese and Intermediate Spanish skills, I bridge gaps between stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment and success- I bring to the table Agile expertise, SDLC mastery, Software Development Management, Digital and Marketing Project Leadership, and a Passion for Successful Project Delivery.
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