Karla Arrieta Franco
About Karla Arrieta Franco
Karla Arrieta Franco is a Senior Project Manager at Intelematics in London, United Kingdom, with over eight years of experience in project management. She has a strong background in performance management, PMO functions, and delivering outcomes in major infrastructure projects.
Work at Intelematics
Karla Arrieta Franco has served as a Senior Project Manager at Intelematics since 2016. In this role, she has been responsible for the performance management of Project Management Office (PMO) teams and project officers. Her focus includes delivering projects efficiently while ensuring quality and control. During her tenure, she has contributed to the organization by implementing effective project management methodologies and governance frameworks.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her role at Intelematics, Karla worked in various project management positions across multiple organizations. She was a Project Management Consultant at BP for 11 months in Melbourne, Australia, and served as a Project Manager at Thomas Cook for two years in London. Her experience also includes roles at Origin Energy, Cathay Pacific Airways, and KPMG, where she developed expertise in managing major infrastructure projects and business transformation initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Karla Arrieta Franco holds a Bachelor of Arts from RMIT University, where she studied from 2004 to 2007. She also achieved a Diploma from the Australian College of Project Management in 2010. Additionally, she has pursued further education at Victoria University and Luther College. Her academic background complements her professional expertise in establishing and operating PMO functions, focusing on project controls, methodologies, and governance frameworks.
Project Management Skills
Karla has extensive experience in delivering outcomes in major infrastructure projects, business transformation, integration and divestments, and process improvement initiatives. She emphasizes the importance of cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and maintaining quality in her projects. Her approach includes a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, continued business justification, and ensuring user benefits and commercial viability.
Career Timeline
Karla's career spans over two decades, beginning as an Office Coordinator at KPMG from 2002 to 2003. She progressed through various project management roles, including significant positions at SP AusNet and SMS Management & Technology. Her diverse experience across different sectors and countries, including Australia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Singapore, has equipped her with a broad perspective on project management practices.