Andrew Banks, MBA, Pmp
About Andrew Banks, MBA, Pmp
Andrew Banks is a Senior Project Manager at MAXIMUS with extensive experience in project management and software development, holding an MBA from the University of Maryland.
Current Position at MAXIMUS
Andrew Banks has been serving as a Sr. Project Manager within the Project Management Office (PMO) at MAXIMUS since 2014. He works in Frederick, Maryland and has played a pivotal role in various strategic initiatives. His responsibilities include leading project teams and ensuring the successful execution of projects. He has led key efforts in project planning, implementation, and ongoing management.
Previous Experience at Vision Technology Services
Before joining MAXIMUS, Andrew held the position of Technical Project Manager at Vision Technology Services for a short period from 2013 to 2014. During his tenure, he focused on managing technical projects and coordinating between various teams to ensure project deliverables were met on time and within budget.
Role at SRA International
From 2007 to 2013, Andrew worked as a Project Manager at SRA International in Frederick, MD. Over six years, he gained extensive experience in managing projects and cultivating client relationships. Here, he honed his skills in project planning, execution, and monitoring, contributing significantly to various strategic projects.
Software Development Career
Andrew started his career in the tech industry as a Software Developer. He worked at multiple companies including Eyak Technology, LLC and Constella Group in Frederick, MD, and Yokohama Tire Corporation in Salem, VA. His roles involved coding, system design, and ensuring software solutions met client requirements.
Academic Background
Andrew Banks holds a Master of Business Administration from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, obtained between 2009 and 2011. He also possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Radford University, completed between 1998 and 2002.
Significant Projects and Contributions
During his career, Andrew has been instrumental in several major projects. He served as a key member of the PMO on a 10-year, $848M contract with the Department of Education. He led proposals for software enhancement releases ranging from $1M to $5M. Andrew developed an Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology, prepared monthly EVM reports, and acted as the client point of contact for EVM-related queries.