Amber Keegan

Experience

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  Home

  Feb 2009 - Dec 2015

  SAHM
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  Talion Construction, LLC

  Dec 2015 - Dec 2016

  Contract Administrator

  • Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among project managers, engineers, consultants, and clients while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and identifying potential risks for the company.• Successfully managed, planned, and executed 24 complex construction projects valued at an estimated $300 million for the Department of Defense.• Compiled a comprehensive bidder's list by utilizing qualified bidders' applications, leveraging knowledge of suppliers, establishing contacts with trade associations, and other relevant sources.• Oversaw pre-award and post-award activities, as well as the administration of various contracts, including fixed-price, cost, and cost-reimbursable contracts for services, supply automation, and construction.• Conducted analysis to ensure alignment of budget, finance, and organizational compliance with all plans and activities. Analyzed invoices, expenditures, person-hours, and burn rates.• Evaluated contractor reviews, identified deliverables, and noted deficiencies in contractor performance.• Conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.• Maintained communication with vendors, labor specialists, material suppliers, and company executives to procure equipment and personnel necessary to meet project requirements.• Developed sourcing strategies and prepared contract proposals to expedite resource procurement while adhering to budgetary and quality standards.• Participated in contract negotiations to advance company goals and facilitate effective communication between labor directors, suppliers, and internal managers. Show less

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  Homelessness & Housing Alliance

  May 2017 - Apr 2018

  Administrative Accounting

  • Organized office operations and procedures, maintained office services, and implemented efficient systems, including payroll preparation, correspondence control, filing system design, supply requisition review and approval, and monitoring of clerical tasks.• Established and managed QuickBooks system, including creating invoices and monitoring financial data.• Conducted cost and revenue forecasting, coordinated internal audits, monitored and reported discrepancies, and oversaw tax payment management.• Analyzed invoices, expenditures, person-hours, and prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.• Performed comprehensive analysis to ensure alignment of budget, finance, and organizational compliance with all plans and activities.• Conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures. Show less

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  ROLIN INDUSTRIES, INC.

  Sept 2018 - Apr 2019

  Office Manager/Accouting/contract administrator

  • Facilitated collaboration and communication among project managers, engineers, consultants, and clients.• Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and the ability to identify potential risks for the company.• Successfully managed, planned, and executed 15 complex projects for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).• Analyzed invoices, expenditures, person-hours, and burn rates to monitor project financials.• Evaluated contractor reviews, documented deliverables, and identified deficiencies in contractor performance.• Conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.• Maintained communication with vendors, labor specialists, material suppliers, and company executives to procure equipment and personnel necessary to meet project requirements.• Developed sourcing strategies and prepared contract proposals to expedite resource acquisition while adhering to budgetary and quality standards.• Participated in contract negotiations to advance company objectives and facilitate effective communication between labor directors, suppliers, and internal managers.• Advised and consulted with leadership on administrative matters and provided insights on controversial management solutions.• Implemented structured and non-judgmental communication practices that actively involved others.• Provided feedback on projects, such as delayed shipping or manufacturing, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.• Prepared and submitted comprehensive written reports, including findings, recommendations, and proposed/taken corrective actions.• Served as the point of contact for internal controls, correspondence procedures, and reports.• Effectively managed and prioritized schedules to dedicate time to critical and strategic issues while maintaining strict confidentiality of project-related communication and documentation. Show less

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  Vertex Aerospace

  Mar 2019 - Oct 2019

  Contract Administrator

  • Facilitated communication and collaboration among project managers, engineers, consultants, and clients.• Demonstrated keen attention to detail and the ability to identify potential risks for the company.• Successfully managed, planned, and executed 17 complex projects with an estimated value of $125 million, involving clients such as Boeing, DLA, NASA, Northrup Grumman, Vertex, and L-3.• Oversaw pre-award and post-award activities, as well as the administration of various contracts, including fixed-price, cost, cost-reimbursable, and construction contracts.• Conducted analysis to ensure alignment of budget, finance, and organizational compliance with project plans and activities.• Analyzed invoices, expenditures, person-hours, and burn rates to monitor project financials.• Evaluated contractor performance through reviews, identified deliverables, and noted deficiencies.• Carried out quality assurance and inspections to verify compliance with established policies and procedures.• Maintained communication with vendors, labor specialists, material suppliers, and company executives to procure equipment and personnel in accordance with project requirements.• Developed sourcing strategies and prepared contract proposals to efficiently acquire necessary resources while adhering to budgetary and quality standards.• Participated in contract negotiations to advance company objectives and ensure effective communication between labor directors, suppliers, and internal managers. Show less

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  21st Theater Sustainment Command

  Mar 2020 - Oct 2022

  Administrative Support Specialist

  • Advise and consult with the command team on various administrative matters and provide insights on controversial management solutions.• Implement structured and non-judgmental communication practices that actively involve others.• Offer feedback on projects such as alert rosters and DV visits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.• Prepare and submit comprehensive written reports, including findings, recommendations, and proposed/taken corrective actions.• Serve as the main point of contact for internal controls, correspondence procedures, reports, memorandums, and records management.• Efficiently manage and prioritize schedules to dedicate time to critical and strategic issues while maintaining strict confidentiality of all project-related communication and documentation.• Foster strong relationships with senior leadership and civilian personnel within the organization to maximize productivity.• Assist in editing regulations and other directives, sending draft publications to directorates and staff offices for concurrence/comments.• Consolidate comments or non-concurrence, facilitate resolutions between parties, recommend final approval, and assume responsibility for publishing and initial distribution of approved publications.• Verified the completeness and accuracy of time cards for all civilians, guaranteeing timely and error-free payment for employees.• Spearheaded the role of Defense Travel Administrator and Agency Program Coordinator, ensuring that all personnel were well-prepared and funded for travel, enabling seamless journeys to fulfill mission requirements.• Functioned as a budget analyst for travel expenses, negotiating annual budgets and addressing overall mission needs, amounting to an estimated $5 million per year. Show less

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  693d Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group

  Oct 2022 - Aug 2023

  Executive Assistant to Commander

  • Advise and consult with the command team on various administrative matters and provide insights on controversial management solutions.• Implement structured and non-judgmental communication practices that actively involve others.• Offer feedback on projects such as alert rosters and DV visits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.• Prepare and submit comprehensive written reports, including findings, recommendations, and proposed/taken corrective actions.• Serve as the main point of contact for internal controls, correspondence procedures, reports, memorandums, and records management.• Efficiently manage and prioritize schedules to dedicate time to critical and strategic issues while maintaining strict confidentiality of all project-related communication and documentation.• Foster strong relationships with senior leadership and civilian personnel within the organization to maximize productivity.• Assist in editing regulations and other directives, sending draft publications to directorates and staff offices for concurrence/comments.• Consolidate comments or non-concurrence, facilitate resolutions between parties, recommend final approval, and assume responsibility for publishing and initial distribution of approved publications. Show less

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  693D ISR Group

  Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

  Contract Compliance Program Manager

  • Liaised between Contracting Officers, Contract Leads, consultants, and clients. Ensure strong attention to detail and the ability to discover potential risks for all parties. Managed 13 complex contracts worth $820M. • Serve as an analyst responsible for accomplishing various contract related analytical studies and/or projects involving complex programs, systems, and issues, with impact on multiple IRS locations and/or organizations.• Directs, plans, and coordinates complex analyses of planned or proposed contracts which consider factors such as: impact on customers, other programs and policy and procedural changes, staffing, training and support requirements, risk factors, costs, and available alternatives.• Initiates funding requests for contracts; writes the technical documents for the contract, to include Statement of Work (SOW), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP); prepares the Government Cost Estimate; and other required planning documents. • Perform market research; works closely with the Contracting Officer throughout the solicitation process; develops and monitors timelines/milestones, leads or participates on contract technical proposal evaluation panels, tracks the delegation, Reimbursable Work Authorization (RWA) and service contract funding; prepares supporting documentation for decisions reached; and coordinates the phase in and closeout of contracts.• Prepare and submit comprehensive written reports, including findings, recommendations, and proposed/taken corrective actions.• Efficiently manage and prioritize schedules to dedicate time to critical and strategic issues while maintaining strict confidentiality of all project-related communication/documentation.• Consolidate comments or non-concurrence, facilitate resolutions between parties, recommend final approval, and assume responsibility for publishing and initial distribution of approved publications. Show less

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  Serco

  Jan 2024 - now

  Program Manager