Wayne Cooper, MBA
About Wayne Cooper, MBA
Wayne Cooper, MBA, is a Project Controls Analyst Sr. at American Electric Power, where he enhances project management processes and develops project schedules. He holds an MBA from Liberty University and has extensive experience in project controls and planning.
Work at American Electric Power
Wayne Cooper currently holds the position of Project Controls Analyst Sr. at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 2013. In this role, he participates in the development of project control standards and guidelines aimed at enhancing project management processes. He leads project schedule baseline review meetings to ensure alignment and compliance with established project control standards. His responsibilities also include interfacing with multiple departments such as Engineering, Construction, and Planning to verify and update project schedules and cost information. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler at American Electric Power's John Amos Power Plant from 2008 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Cooper has a solid educational background in business and engineering. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Liberty University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2011. Additionally, he studied at West Virginia University Institute of Technology, where he obtained both an Associate in Science in Drafting and Design Engineering Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, completing these programs from 1987 to 1993. His educational qualifications support his expertise in project controls and management.
Background in Project Management
Before joining American Electric Power, Wayne Cooper worked at Cecil I Walker Machinery Co. as a Product Support Manager from 2002 to 2008. His experience in various roles has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of project management and controls. He is skilled in developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring they are cost-loaded and resource-loaded with logical sequencing. His background equips him to contribute effectively to project management processes.
Achievements in Project Controls
In his current role, Wayne Cooper assists in developing metrics and measures for the Transmission Engineering & Project Services (TE&PS) project portfolio. He leads initiatives to enhance project management processes through the establishment of project control standards and guidelines. His involvement in project schedule baseline review meetings demonstrates his commitment to ensuring compliance with project control standards. His contributions are essential to the successful management of projects within the organization.