Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard, Ccp, Psp, D Min
About Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard, Ccp, Psp, D Min
Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard is the Director of Project Controls at MBTA and a Minister of Youth at Greater Framingham Community Church, with extensive experience in project management and scheduling across various sectors.
Director Of Project Controls at MBTA
Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard holds the position of Director of Project Controls at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) since 2021. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he oversees project control activities, ensuring that infrastructure projects are completed on time and within budget. His responsibilities include managing risk, cost estimation, and scheduling for major transportation projects. Dr. Lackard employs sophisticated risk management tools such as Primavera Risk Analyzer, Polaris, and @Risk in his role at MBTA.
Senior Project Manager Experience
Prior to his current role, Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard served as Senior Project Manager of Cost Controls at MBTA from 2012 to 2021. During his nine-year tenure, he was responsible for managing cost control strategies and implementing effective project management practices. In his previous roles, he has demonstrated expertise in using scheduling software like Primavera P3, P6, and Microsoft Project, as well as cost estimating tools like Timberline.
Extensive Project Management Background
Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard has a deep background in project management, having worked with multiple companies before joining MBTA. He was a Senior Scheduler at City Point Partners in 2012, a Senior Scheduling Manager at MOCA Systems, Inc from 2006 to 2012, an Assistant Project Manager at TLT Construction from 2005 to 2006, a Project Manager at Eastern Contractors, Inc from 1999 to 2004, and a Senior Scheduler at URS Corporation from 1988 to 1999. His experience covers a wide range of sectors, including airports, schools, hospitals, process plants, and transportation.
Academic Credentials
Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard possesses extensive academic qualifications in both engineering and theology. He earned his Doctor of Ministry (DMin) from Knox Theological Seminary, focusing on Preaching and Teaching, from 2012 to 2017. He holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Urban Ministry from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, studied from 1998 to 2008. In engineering, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from New York University - Polytechnic School of Engineering between 1982 and 1987 and an Associate of Science (AS) in Engineering Science from CUNY Bronx Community College from 1979 to 1982.
Minister of Youth at Greater Framingham Community Church
In addition to his professional career in project management, Rev. Dr. Courtney Lackard serves as Minister of Youth at Greater Framingham Community Church in Framingham, Massachusetts, a position he has held since 2004. In this role, he is responsible for guiding and mentoring the youth community, providing spiritual leadership and support. His dual expertise in project management and ministry allows him to bring a unique perspective to his work in both fields.