Rachael Shotts
Brandon
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in managing large-scale projects. Known for strong time management and problem-solving skills, ready to leverage expertise to enhance project outcomes and drive organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager, Sr.
Entergy Services
Pearl
12.2022 - Current
- Manage Distribution projects with in the MS/N. LA Capital Project portfolio.
- Support the development of project scope, cost estimate, P6 schedules, risk identification and mitigation plans.
- Schedule and facilitate meetings with project stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.
- Ensure project cost integrity, schedule assurance, and timely project closeouts.
- Follow the State Gate Process to get proper review and approvals prior to pushing the project into the next phase.
Project Manager
Irby Construction Company
Richland
06.2018 - 12.2022
- Lead various aspects of project operations for a multimillion-dollar powerline division.
- Assisted with bidding and scheduling upcoming projects.
- Managed and tracked ongoing projects.
- Implemented solutions to support billing functions for the Southeast Distribution region.
- Managed changes to the project scope, schedule, and cost throughout the duration of a project.
- Forecasted resource load and project spend with a one-year look-ahead.
Office Manager
Resolute Brands, LLC
Ridgeland
02.2013 - 06.2018
- Managed accounts receivable and payable to ensure accurate financial management for the franchise.
- Ensured company compliance with the ACA requirements.
- Managed tax reporting, filing and payment for both employee and the company.
- Oversaw and negotiated rates for corporate general liability and health insurance rates.
- Developed and provided monthly financial statements and analysis to company owners.
Education
BBA - Banking And Finance
University of Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi12-2012
MBA - Finance Concentration
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NebraskaSkills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Document management
- Problem solving
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Extensive knowledge in CURA and Entergy's Project Management Reporting Tool
- Efficient with Entergy's Maximo and MaxGen platform
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Project Manager, Sr.
Entergy Services
12.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Irby Construction Company
06.2018 - 12.2022
Office Manager
Resolute Brands, LLC
02.2013 - 06.2018
BBA - Banking And Finance
University of Mississippi
MBA - Finance Concentration
Bellevue University