Matthew Stevenson
About Matthew Stevenson
Matthew Stevenson is a Client Project Manager II at TELUS in Toronto, Canada, with extensive experience in project management and a background in political science.
Current Role as Client Project Manager II at TELUS
Matthew Stevenson is presently employed as a Client Project Manager II at TELUS in Toronto, Canada Area. Since joining TELUS in 2019, he has been the first point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. His responsibilities include managing the delivery of complex technical projects such as WAN, WPaaS, ISD, NaaS, and IP trunking. Additionally, he is tasked with developing and implementing PMO-level project processes to ensure project success. Furthermore, he plays a critical role in promoting the use of additional TELUS services to clients, facilitating revenue growth and ensuring all project management deliverables adhere to TELUS’ procedures and quality standards.
Previous Experience at Hudson's Bay Company
From 2017 to 2019, Matthew Stevenson served as a PMO Analyst at Hudson's Bay Company in Toronto, Canada Area. During his tenure, he was instrumental in developing and mapping project processes, effectively resolving process gaps to enhance project outcomes. His role was pivotal in implementing structured methodologies, which ensured projects were completed on time and within scope. His expertise in project methodologies was further solidified through his engagement with complex project management tasks.
Professional Background in Project Management
Matthew Stevenson has a rich history in project management roles. Prior to his current role at TELUS, he worked at Walmart as a Project Manager in the eCommerce division for 8 months in 2016. Before that, he held multiple positions at ADP over a span of 15 years, including Project Leader, Project Coordinator, Quality Assurance Analyst, and Instructional Designer. His experience also encompasses roles such as Implementation Specialist and Client Service Representative, where he honed his skills in client service and technical project management.
Educational Background and Certifications
Matthew Stevenson completed his BA in Political Science from the University of Guelph, graduating in 1997. He also pursued in-house learning and training at HBC, where he studied for a Yellow Belt and achieved LEAN Six Sigma certification in 2018. Additionally, Matthew is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute and a Certified Scrum Master, solidifying his expertise in both Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies.
Technical and Communication Skills
Throughout his career, Matthew Stevenson has demonstrated exceptional organizational and communication skills. At TELUS, he effectively communicates project statuses to a variety of audiences, including senior leaders and executives. His technical capabilities include managing complex technical projects such as WAN, WPaaS, ISD, NaaS, and IP trunking. He specializes in both Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies, making him a versatile and valuable asset to his team and clients.