Delia POPESCU
Bucharest
Summary
Experienced project manager skilled in waterfall methodologies, specializing in business case development and project lifecycle oversight. Expertise includes risk and change management, stakeholder engagement, and budget control. Proficient in KPI tracking and performance monitoring to ensure project success. Committed to leveraging skills to drive strategic initiatives and enhance organizational performance.
With background in team leadership and project management, I bring strong organisational and communication skills. My ability to adapt quickly and solve problems creatively has consistently led to successful outcomes. I excel in building relationships and fostering collaboration, ensuring smooth operations and growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
vopsele-tencuieli.ro
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Led end-to-end operations of a construction materials distribution company, covering both physical retail and online sales, as well as road marking services
- Held full P&L responsibility, including budgeting, cash flow management, cost control, and profitability optimization
- Managed and developed a team of 4 employees, ensuring performance alignment and operational efficiency
- Coordinated procurement, supplier negotiations, inventory planning, logistics operations, and service delivery execution
- Implemented structured operational processes to improve delivery timelines, resource allocation, and margin performance
- Oversaw commercial strategy, pricing decisions, contract management, and client relationship management
Customer Project Manager
Ericsson
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Colaborated with the customer and the technical lead to determine and establish the project scope
- Create sales document for the customer
- Defined project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with business requirements.
- Managed full projects lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, closure).
- Controlled project budgets and ensured cost optimization.
- Performed risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and third-party vendors.
- Ensured stakeholder communication and executive reporting.
- Monitored KPIs and ensured contractual compliance.
Project Manager
Huawei Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Delivered telecom infrastructure projects within defined scope, time, and budget.
- Managed vendor performance and contract compliance.
- Implemented governance frameworks and reporting structures.
- Performed risk analysis and issue resolution.
- Ensured quality assurance and performance tracking.
Economist
Telelink Services Romania
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Led financial forecasting and cost control processes.
- Monitored KPIs and delivered financial performance insights.
- Identified deviations and implemented corrective financial strategies.
Education
Project Manager - Project Management
Ministry of Education
Bucharest 03.2013 - 04.2013
Master - Marketing
Romanian American University
Bachelor’s Degree - Management and Marketing
Romanian American University
English certificate - English
Ministry of Education
VasluiPrince 2 Foundation and Practitioner - Project Management
Axelos
BucharestSkills
- Project management methodologies: Waterfall
- Business case development
- Project lifecycle oversight
- Risk and change management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Budget and cost control
- KPI tracking and performance monitoring
Certification
- PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner, 2019-08-01
- Project Manager Certification, Accredited by Romanian Ministry of Labour & Education
- Health & Safety Inspector Certification
- Human Resources Inspector Certification
Languages
English
French
Timeline
Business Owner
vopsele-tencuieli.ro
01.2023 - 01.2026
Customer Project Manager
Ericsson
01.2019 - 01.2023
Project Manager - Project Management
Ministry of Education
03.2013 - 04.2013
Project Manager
Huawei Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2019
Economist
Telelink Services Romania
01.2008 - 01.2013
Master - Marketing
Romanian American University
Bachelor’s Degree - Management and Marketing
Romanian American University
English certificate - English
Ministry of Education
Prince 2 Foundation and Practitioner - Project Management
Axelos