Director of Data Management Services

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Jul 2015 – Present

Quanta Services, Inc.

Houston, Texas

As the Director of Data Management Services, I lead enterprise-wide data strategy and management, overseeing the development, implementation, and optimization of cutting-edge data platforms to drive Quanta Services’ digital transformation. My role spans strategic planning, vendor management, governance, and innovation, ensuring data-driven decision-making and business agility across the organization.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Enterprise Data Strategy & Platform Innovation

  • Architect and execute a comprehensive enterprise data strategy, aligning platforms and solutions with business objectives to support scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
  • Spearhead the implementation and optimization of advanced data platforms, including Boomi, Oracle Hyperion, Talend, Oracle Analytics Cloud, Hexagon EcoSys, and Incorta, improving enterprise-wide data accessibility and insights.
  • Drive cloud adoption and hybrid data architecture strategies, enhancing flexibility and performance across multi-platform environments.

Vendor & Cost Management

  • Lead strategic vendor contract negotiations, optimizing licensing agreements and securing cost-effective solutions while maintaining high service levels.
  • Establish and manage strategic sourcing initiatives to expand enterprise data capabilities while fostering innovation and achieving cost efficiencies.

Enterprise Data Governance & Compliance

  • Establish and champion enterprise data governance frameworks, embedding data quality, security, and compliance best practices to ensure data integrity and regulatory adherence.
  • Develop and enforce data stewardship models, ensuring standardized governance across business units and improving the reliability of business intelligence (BI) insights.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Agile Delivery

  • Oversee cross-functional teams of data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration and agile delivery of data-driven solutions.
  • Implement Agile and Scrum methodologies, streamlining development processes, accelerating project timelines, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Drive business transformation by leveraging machine learning (ML), AI-driven analytics, and advanced BI capabilities to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

Key Technologies & Skills:

  • Enterprise Platforms: Dell Boomi, Oracle Hyperion HFM, Oracle Analytics Cloud, Talend, Hexagon EcoSys, Incorta, Microsoft SQL Server, OneStream
  • Data Governance & Management: Master Data Management (MDM), Data Warehousing, Data Governance Frameworks
  • Advanced Analytics & AI: Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence (BI)
  • Agile Leadership & Delivery: Agile Methodologies, Scrum, SDLC, Enterprise Data Modeling
  • Cloud & Infrastructure: Oracle, WebLogic, ETL Tools, Cloud Data Integration

Impact & Value Delivered:

  • Enhanced enterprise-wide data accessibility and decision-making by implementing scalable, integrated data platforms.
  • Reduced operational costs by optimizing vendor agreements and streamlining platform investments.
  • Improved data integrity and compliance by embedding robust data governance frameworks across the organization.
  • Enabled business agility through data-driven insights and AI-powered analytics, empowering leadership to make informed, strategic decisions.

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