Henry Chen, Pmp
About Henry Chen, Pmp
Henry Chen is a Senior Project Controls Analyst at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2017. He specializes in Earned Value Management and utilizes advanced tools to enhance project and portfolio management.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Henry Chen has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Senior Project Controls Analyst since 2017. In this role, he focuses on project cost and scheduling, utilizing his expertise in Earned Value Management to optimize project outcomes. His responsibilities include creating comprehensive reports and dashboards for project and portfolio management, leveraging advanced tools such as Power BI, Excel, and Visio. Chen's work contributes to the laboratory's mission by ensuring effective project controls and financial oversight.
Previous Experience in Project Management Consulting
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Henry Chen worked as a Project Management Consultant at Mott MacDonald from 2016 to 2017. He also held a similar position at Hatch Mott MacDonald from 2014 to 2015. In these roles, he applied his project management skills to enhance business processes and improve project delivery. His experience in consulting has equipped him with a strong foundation in project controls and management practices.
Education and Expertise
Henry Chen earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Davis, completing his studies from 2007 to 2012. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in project management and controls. Chen specializes in Earned Value Management and has developed integration solutions for project management and financial systems, which enhance data flow and accuracy in project reporting.
Technical Skills and Tools Utilized
Henry Chen utilizes advanced tools such as Power BI, Excel, and Visio to create detailed reports and dashboards for project and portfolio management. His technical skills include a focus on minimizing technical debt through root cause analysis and streamlined solutions. Chen's proficiency in these tools supports his role in project controls and enhances the efficiency of project management processes.
Background in Technical Support and Event Management
Prior to his current role, Henry Chen gained experience as an A/V Engineering Student Technician at UC Davis from 2011 to 2012. He also served as the Lead Assistant Technical Director for UC Davis Picnic Day during the same period. These positions provided him with valuable experience in technical support and event management, contributing to his overall skill set in project coordination and execution.