Kate Torode

Results-driven Project Manager with 15+ years of experience leading engineering and capital development projects from planning through completion. Proven expertise in budget management, cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and risk mitigation. Recognized for delivering projects on time and within budget while driving operational efficiencies and cost savings.

Strong relationship builder with exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, committed to achieving strategic business objectives in fast-paced environments.

Project Manager at T-Mobile USA, Inc (2026-01 – 2026)

• Successfully managed all soft cost phases of multiple capital projects from planning through closeout, ensuring projects remained on schedule and within budget
• Coordinated cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, consultants, legal, finance, and operations, to achieve project milestones and resolve issues efficiently
• Developed and maintained project budgets, tracked soft cost expenditures, and identified cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality or compliance
• Ensured compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and permitting processes, minimizing project risks and delays

Area Project Coordinator at T-Mobile USA, Inc (2023-09 – 2026)

• Managed engineering projects, ensuring on-time, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery
• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to align project execution with corporate objectives
• Optimized resource allocation, reducing project costs and improving efficiency
• Identified risks and developed mitigation strategies to prevent project disruptions
• Communicated project progress and challenges to stakeholders, ensuring transparency

Sr. Administrative Assistant, Engineering at T-Mobile USA, Inc (2011 – 2023)

• Reduced operating expenses for office and facility purchases by 71.33% in six months
• Managed financial activities, including expense tracking, reconciliation, and purchase order oversight
• Enhanced employee engagement by organizing team-building events and recognition programs
• Coordinated fleet and facilities operations, ensuring proper vehicle registration and maintenance
• Served as liaison between Field Operations, RF Engineering, and Switch Operations

Project Manager at Sustainable Contracting Group, Inc (2007 – 2011)

• Managed scheduling, budgeting and operational costs for mining and carbon fiber installation projects in Philadelphia, Arizona and New Mexico
• Developed and implemented a cost monitoring system, reducing reporting errors and excess costs
• Acted as HR generalist, managing new hire processing, termination paperwork, and benefits administration

Project Controls at Amgen, Inc. (Act-1) (2007 – 2007)

• Identified billing discrepancies, leading to a 4.3% project cost reduction
• Managed project cost approvals and payment processing with AP teams

Certificate in Business Leadership Business – University of Washington (2023)

Social Work – Saint Louis University

English – Southeast Missouri State University