Brandon Ratner, PMP

Experience

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  Carousel Ranch

  Jun 2016 - Apr 2017

  Vocational Instructor for Special Needs Individuals

  Lead curriculum developer in a jobs training program to facilitate adults with special needs entering the workforce• Primary teacher for the vocational training program and liaison with community businesses interested in collaborating with the program and students• Primary fundraiser and donor outreach for Carousel Ranch's largest fundraising event of the year which generates over $550,000 yearly• Assistant to equine therapy operations for special needs children

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  US Navy

  Apr 2017 - Feb 2024

  Senior executive in charge of decision-making, strategic planning, operational oversight, resource management, cross-functional coordination, and program recommendation of four cutting-edge, autonomous defense technology projects. • Served as Principal Program Advisor to the Unmanned Maritime Systems Program Office, managing multimillion-dollar strategic financial cost planning, program cost, and operational oversight for four cutting-edge autonomous defense technology projects, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and project timelines.• Led cross-functional collaboration of 115 members through multiple high-stakes projects, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate and manage contracts, including financial reconciliation, EVMS metrics, variance drivers, and monthly program forecasts.• Spearheaded EVMS and KPI analysis, financial planning, budget tracking, and cost analysis for forward-deployed technology assets, optimizing financial performance and supporting future investment decisions.• Successfully managed complex international operations and deployments, maintaining meticulous financial, engineering, personnel, and operational records, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company policies. Show less Senior EVMS Manager experienced in managing multi-million dollar projects focusing on Agile Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Expert in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders, providing critical support to the Program Management Office (PMO) and Control Account Managers (CAMs) to ensure successful project execution within budget and on schedule.• Demonstrated exceptional crisis management and leadership skills in high-stress scenarios, fostering seamless collaboration between internal teams and external partners to execute critical operations with a flawless track record, prioritizing financial accountability and logistic constraints.• Implemented meticulous EVMS review and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) for multi-million dollar systems, exceeding performance metrics and regulatory requirements, contributing to streamlined financial operations and compliance with organizational policies.• Anticipated and resolved dynamic problems, supervising senior management in executing KPIs, successfully planning and overseeing a pioneering 100-day repair project under challenging conditions, optimizing resource allocation, and achieving unprecedented project milestones. Show less

  • Director

    Jul 2022 - Feb 2024

  • Senior Manager

    Apr 2017 - Jul 2022
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  NAVSEA Warfare Centers (NSWC/NUWC)

  Sept 2024 - now

  Senior Program Manager

  Led collaboration with external stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers to define and manage Statements of Work (SOWs), ensuring on-site teams met technical requirements and delivery milestones for successful project execution and operational efficiency.• Created detailed Standard Operating Procedure documentation, outlining step-by-step processes to ensure best practices and adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.• Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to integrate design, engineering, and production teams, ensuring smooth transitions from development to production and successful program execution.• Utilized advanced analysis tools Excel, MS Project to track project timelines, perform scenario analysis, and visualize progress, optimizing schedules and resource allocation.• Worked closely with engineering and operations teams to develop and refine product specifications, ensuring alignment with manufacturing capabilities and operational goals. Show less