AMY IAFRATE
Oakdale
Summary
Dynamic Project Controls Lead at Equitrans Midstream with a proven track record in contract management and process improvement. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and implementing strategic solutions, I excel in maintaining compliance and enhancing operational efficiency. Known for exceptional communication and high attention to detail, I drive impactful results in complex environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Controls, Contracts Lead
Equitrans Midstream
Canonsburg
07.2017 - 12.2024
- Contracts project management
- Ensure contracts in full compliance with FERC, PHMSA, and internal audit standards
- End to end collaboration with legal, engineering, supply chain, and environmental teams from initial Statements of Work prior to approval of final contract execution
- Maintain the contract repository, deadlines, and risk controls across departments and communicate weekly progress or follow up actions
- Develop and implement procedures to determine validity of contractors submission of work order changes
- Oversight of contract invoicing and responsible to determine validity and sign off prior to payment
- In conjuction with Cost Controls, Contract team monthly audit of budget for each pipeline construction segment and determine if additional funding is required; outcomes shared with Management Team and stakeholders
- Directed and managed a team of seven Contract Specialists each providing oversight of assigned pipeline Spread; responsible for reporting contract inconsistencies daily, weekly, or as needed basis
Senior Process Improvement Specialist
Equitable Resources (EQT)
Pittsburgh
05.2012 - 07.2017
- Provide evaluation and execution of cross-functional operations and technology processes from initial research through development of end-to-end solutions
- Present business cases, implement deliverables, cost-estimates, and cost-benefit analysis to influence senior leadership on process improvement opportunities in accomplishing business objectives
- Lead for the improvement for overall construction process and cost
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies in construction processes; developed and implemented electronic Standard Opearting Procedures (SOPs) for construction operations
- Redesigned construction job objectives and role definitions
- Conducted training sessions on new SOPs and job roles
Senior Executive Administrator
Equitable Resources (EQT)
Pittsburgh
05.2003 - 05.2012
- Provided high-level executive support to Chief Informatio Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, and President of Midstream and six Directors
- Managed complex calendar scheduling and management team meetings and associated meeting room requirements
- Coordinated efficient and cost-effective travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and itineraries; accommodated ad hoc requests and available for assistance with unexpected changes
- Maintained highly confidential communications (including CEO and Board of Directors) with integrity and the utmost professionalism
- Implemented process for electronic shared filing method on SharePoint and concurrently converted paper file system
- Coordinated corporate events across various departments
- Completed monthly expese reports with qualifying receipts
- Deliberate; high attention to detail
Operations Manager
Three Rivers Cardiac Institute
Carnegie
09.1989 - 05.2003
- Directed daily operations, scheduling, staffing, and vendor relations
- Liason between clinical and administrative teams
- Managed staff onboarding and staff training
- Monitored daily workflow and initiated processes for team member performance and patient experience improvements
- End to end transformation of patient paper file system to electronic file system
- Coordiated corporate travel for surgeons and office manager including flights (including corporate air), hotels, ground transportation, and itineraries
- Implemented and oversight of practice HIPPA policies and proceduresAssisted in gathering of documentation for patient litigation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Adminstration in Adminstrative Management
Robert Morris College
Pittsburgh, PA05-2000
Associate of Science - Business Management
Bradford School of Business
Pittsburgh, PA08-1989
Skills
- Proactive and strategic thinking
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Effective time management processes
- Trusted discretion and confidentiality of documentation
- Independent problem solving
- High attention to detail
Timeline
Project Controls, Contracts Lead
Equitrans Midstream
07.2017 - 12.2024
Senior Process Improvement Specialist
Equitable Resources (EQT)
05.2012 - 07.2017
Senior Executive Administrator
Equitable Resources (EQT)
05.2003 - 05.2012
Operations Manager
Three Rivers Cardiac Institute
09.1989 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Adminstration in Adminstrative Management
Robert Morris College
Associate of Science - Business Management
Bradford School of Business
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