Will Rado, Pmp
About Will Rado, Pmp
Will Rado is a Senior IT Project Manager with extensive experience in project management across various sectors, including telecommunications and government. He holds a PMP designation and has managed significant project budgets, demonstrating strong financial and team management skills.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Will Rado serves as a Senior IT Project Manager at the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves overseeing complex IT projects and ensuring they align with governmental objectives. Rado's experience in project management is evident as he manages project budgets exceeding $10 million and leads teams of more than 25 resources. His responsibilities include defining business requirements, developing technical specifications, and managing the software development lifecycle.
Previous Experience at Bell Canada
Rado has extensive experience with Bell Canada, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Senior Project Manager IT from 1999 to 2001 and again from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he served as a Senior Project Manager Consultant from 2010 to 2012. His roles involved managing IT projects and consulting on various initiatives, contributing to his expertise in the telecommunications sector.
Consulting Background and Expertise
Rado has a well-rounded consulting background, having worked with notable companies such as IBM Canada Ltd. and Electronic Data Systems. His consulting experience includes international assignments across various sectors, including insurance, telecommunications, financial services, and government. He specializes in professional services consulting, showcasing his ability to adapt to different industry needs and project requirements.
Education and Certifications
Rado holds a Bachelor of Arts from York University - Glendon College and has completed an MBA coursework in Organizational Behaviour at Heriot-Watt University. He also possesses a PMP designation and ITIL Certification, which underline his strong foundation in project management and IT service management. Additionally, he earned an Honours Diploma in Business Administration from The Toronto School of Business.
Project Management Achievements
Throughout his career, Rado has managed significant projects, including the implementation of an Enterprise Service Bus for a major Canadian Government Agency. He has also successfully led the delivery of a strategic data network build for a major US bank. His experience includes implementing various technologies such as Commvault, Citrix, VMware, and Cisco Routers and Switches, demonstrating his technical competencies in project management.