Project Manager Regulatory Compliance

* – Faryn Castle

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FARYN CASTLE

Project Manager

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Project Manager with over two decades of experience expertly navigating regulatory compliance and contract management across diverse sectors. Utilizes advanced skills in legal research, contract management, and financial analysis to drive innovation and efficiency, leveraging tools like SharePoint and Microsoft 365 to streamline processes. Committed to building collaborative relationships with stakeholders and government agencies to achieve strategic goals and enhance operational success. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

PROJECT MANAGER Oct 2022 - Present

L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc. Remote in Newport News, VA

• Lead multi-billion-dollar wastewater program compliance initiatives, managing contract oversight, labor standards, and regulatory requirements across multiple agencies.

• Monitor construction progress metrics, aligning expenditures with contract values while maintaining strict regulatory compliance standards.

• Monitor and analyze regulatory changes, providing senior leadership with guidance on risks, opportunities, and compliance strategies.

• Perform management reviews to evaluate and improve regulatory compliance effectiveness.

• Deliver regulatory training to promote a culture of compliance and awareness across the organization.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert, advising teams on complex regulatory issues and challenges.

• Liaise with regulatory and accreditation agencies, representing the organization in compliance matters.

• Develop and implement strategic procurement solutions, focusing on diversity supplier integration and efficient contract management processes.

• Streamline contractor compliance through systematic site inspections, certified payroll reviews, and comprehensive bi-monthly training sessions.

• Foster stakeholder relationships through regular agency meetings while managing diversity supplier procurement initiatives.

• Implement comprehensive compliance monitoring systems across multiple agencies, conducting site inspections and payroll reviews for large-scale projects.

• Enhance proprietary software functionality through developer collaboration, while delivering end-user training and streamlining digital workflows.

• Partner with software developers to enhance system functionality while training end users on proprietary platforms and Microsoft 365 suite.

• Direct SharePoint and Microsoft Office implementation for document control, ensuring consistent information flow and regulatory documentation standards. 2 – Faryn Castle

• Utilized Oracle Unifier to manage and track project and program progress, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and scope.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT Jun 2020 - Present BTG Works Remote

• Lead regulatory compliance oversight for 3 major highway projects, ensuring contractor adherence to Davis Bacon Wage Act and conducting forensic payment audits to confirm compliance.

• Spearhead comprehensive documentation reviews and reconciliation processes, maintaining strict compliance standards across multiple stakeholder relationships.

• Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings with VDOT and contractors, driving progress tracking and addressing compliance challenges through strategic communication.

• Direct SharePoint and Microsoft Office implementation for document control, ensuring consistent information flow and regulatory documentation standards.

• Monitor disadvantaged business enterprise procurement goals while optimizing resource allocation and maintaining strict regulatory compliance.

• Spearhead comprehensive documentation reviews and payment reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across project portfolios. WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIMS ADJUSTER Mar 2019 - Present York Risk Services Group Hampton, VA

• Collaborated with claimants’ attorneys to negotiate and achieve a fair and reasonable outcome.

• Coordinate comprehensive care plans with medical providers, facilitate return-to-work programs, and ensure the best treatment outcomes for injured workers.

• Drive claim resolution through effective negotiation with attorneys, strategic settlement planning, and proactive case management strategies.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders while balancing claimant needs, legal requirements, and organizational objectives in claims processing.

• Streamline claims processing by implementing automated workflows, reducing processing time and enhancing compliance with Department of Labor regulations.

• Foster positive relationships with medical providers and legal teams to expedite claims resolution and improve return-to-work outcomes.

PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR/ASST. OPERATIONS MANAGER Jan 2018 – Mar 2019 Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates Hampton, VA

• Streamlined accounts payable operations while managing vendor relationships, legal service coordination, and HR functions for a multi-provider medical practice.

• Orchestrated comprehensive financial operations including QuickBooks management, account reconciliation, and strategic cost reduction initiatives. 3 – Faryn Castle

• Led end-to-end recruitment processes while maintaining eClinicalWorks system, optimizing provider schedules, and generating profit analysis reports.

• Developed robust vendor management systems and strengthened business partnerships while ensuring compliance with corporate policies.

• Implemented new filing systems and financial tracking methods, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and fiscal stability.

• Streamlined accounts payable operations and vendor management while integrating QuickBooks for financial tracking, ensuring exact reconciliation and timely payments. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT GRANT FUNDED PROGRAMS Mar 2017 - Jan 2018 Thomas Nelson Community College Hampton, VA

• Managed grant compliance through meticulous record-keeping, report generation, and student data organization, while supervising two work-study assistants to ensure program success.

• Built strategic partnerships with department heads and community members to promote grant-funded programs, enhancing program visibility and student enrollment.

• Implemented digital solutions including Google Drive forms and SharePoint integration to streamline grant compliance processes and improve team communication.

• Developed targeted marketing materials and attended STEM events to boost program recruitment, while providing solutions to address enrollment challenges.

• Guided students through program requirements and enrollment procedures while maintaining efficient communication channels with grant team members.

• Orchestrated comprehensive grant compliance through digital solutions, implementing student tracking systems and streamlining data management processes for enhanced program efficiency. TEMPORARY FAMILY LAW PARALEGAL Jan 2017 - Feb 2017 Hunter Law Firm Hampton VA

• Orchestrated comprehensive paralegal support including client intake, discovery documentation, and time-sensitive court filing preparation.

• Optimized law firm operations through efficient calendar management, multi-line phone system handling, and precise billable hours tracking.

• Streamlined legal document workflows while managing attorney schedules, drafting pleadings, and conducting client case reviews, ensuring precise compliance with court deadlines.

• Facilitated effective client relationships through detailed case discussions, document reviews, and prompt response to inquiries, ensuring client satisfaction.

• Coordinated seamlessly with attorneys and courts while managing critical administrative tasks, maintaining professional communication standards.

• Managed comprehensive legal support operations, including client consultations, document preparation, and court filing coordination while ensuring attorney calendar efficiency. OFFICE MANAGER AND PARALEGAL Jun 2016 - Oct 2016

4 – Faryn Castle

Law Office of Udoka Obi, PLLC Newport News, VA

• Implemented a paperless office system, reducing office supply expenses by approximately 20% and improving workflow efficiency, leveraging tools such as Microsoft SharePoint and cloud based storage.

• Implemented systematic document review protocols and enhanced filing procedures, ensuring precision in legal documentation and client correspondence.

• Coordinated with attorneys and clients to facilitate case management, while keeping efficient office supply logistics and administrative workflows.

• Developed improved calendaring system that enhanced scheduling efficiency and team coordination across the legal practice.

• Managed comprehensive office operations including document preparation, client communications, and administrative support for multiple legal cases.

• Streamlined legal document management and calendar systems while managing multiple attorney schedules, enhancing office-wide efficiency and communication flow.

• Developed comprehensive filing protocols and implemented digital document tracking, reducing retrieval time and improving case management workflow. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/RESTITUTION COORDINATOR Dec 2015 - Jun 2016 Commonwealth Attorney’s Office Newport News, VA

• Developed systematic approach for tracking non-compliant defendants, enabling efficient follow-up procedures and improved restitution collection rates.

• Facilitated witness coordination at General District Court, ensuring smooth proceedings through effective communication with attorneys and victims.

• Streamlined administrative processes between attorneys, courts, and clients while maintaining accurate documentation and correspondence flow.

• Streamlined court witness coordination process, ensuring prompt communication between attorneys and witnesses while supporting accurate documentation flow.

• Performed various other administrative and other duties, as necessary. BANKRUPTCY AND FAMILY LAW OFFICE MANAGER/PARALEGAL Apr 2015 - Nov 2015 David McCormick Law Group Newport News, VA

• Managed comprehensive law office operations, supervising staff and handling bankruptcy/family law cases while maintaining client relationships and drafting legal documents.

• Streamlined case management processes by implementing efficient filing systems and coordinating with judicial personnel for multiple attorneys.

• Led satellite office operations, overseeing staff schedules, client intake procedures, and document preparation while keeping high service standards.

• Processed complex bankruptcy petitions and family law documentation using specialized software while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

• Facilitated smooth office operations through effective client communication, appointment scheduling, and maintenance of organized case files.

5 – Faryn Castle

CIRCULATION DESK ASSISTANT Feb 2010 - May 2011

Thomas Jefferson School of Law Library San Diego, CA LAW CLERK INTERNSHIP Jan 2010 - Apr 2010 Law

Offices of Thomas Nelson San Diego, CA

LEAD PROGRAM TEACHER Nov 2007 - Dec 2008

Center ECEAP Program Spokane, WA

VOLUNTEER LEGAL ASSISTANT 2004 - 2008

Spokane County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Program Spokane, WA EDUCATION

• JURIS DOCTOR IN LAW 2009 - 2012

Thomas Jefferson School of Law San Diego, CA

• BACHELOR OF ARTS: COMPARATIVE ETHNIC STUDIES 2004 - 2007 Washington State University Pullman, WA

LICENSE

• LAW LICENSE Feb 2014 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

SKILLS

• Project Management (Experienced), Legal Research, Contract Management, Compliance, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, QuickBooks, Legal Drafting, Human Resources, Financial Analysis, American Sign Language, Leadership, Problem Solving, Time Management, Documentation. LANGUAGES

• English (Native), American Sign Language (Highly proficient).

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