Courtney Phillips

Senior Project and Program Manager with deep experience leading multi‑project portfolios in regulated, technical, and operations‑driven environments. My work has centered on bringing clarity, discipline, and alignment to programs involving facilities' improvements, operational performance, safety and risk management, and organizational change.

I’ve delivered full project lifecycles, managed complex stakeholder groups, and built governance frameworks that keep teams coordinated and decisions grounded in data and risk awareness. I’m known for creating structure in ambiguous environments, strengthening communication across disciplines, and driving steady, predictable delivery.

After a planned relocation period working in education, I’m returning to corporate leadership with sharpened communication and analytical capabilities following a planned career pause in education, and well‑positioned to support operational PMOs, functional teams, and organizational initiatives requiring structure, reliability, and disciplined project delivery.

Core strengths and interests include:

- Leading teams through complex technical challenges.
- Building systems that reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.
- Managing scope, schedule, budget, and resources with precision.
- Creating alignment across engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders.
- Delivering projects that make organizations safer, stronger, and more resilient.

I value thoughtful leadership, clear execution, and practical, well‑run execution.

I’m currently exploring Project Manager, Program Manager, and Risk/Operations leadership roles in the Boise metropolitan area and beyond. I’m especially interested in organizations that value structured execution, operational clarity, and calm, analytical leadership. I’d welcome new connections.

Relevant Leadership Experience                                                                                                           

Technical Director — Houston Technical Safety Team | Risktec Solutions, Inc.

01/2020 to 03/2021

• Directed project delivery, financial performance, and resource planning for a technical team, managing concurrent safety and risk-management projects.
• Forecasted monthly financial performance and managed quarterly budgets to ensure profitable and predictable project execution.
• Managed and mentored a team of five engineers, reinforcing execution methods and high-quality delivery expectations.
• Strengthened governance, reporting, and quality assurance processes to improve delivery consistency and alignment with leadership priorities..

Principal Consultant / Project Manager | G2 Integrated Solutions (Entrust Solutions Group)     

01/2018 - 01/2020

• Co-developed a new process safety and risk management service line.
• Conducted safety management system gap analyses aligned with federal OSHA and EPA requirements.
• Supported proposal development, level‑of‑effort estimates, and client engagement.
• Guided clients through the implementation of safety management systems to strengthen compliance and decision-making.

Project Lead / Risk Management Specialist | MODEC International, Inc. 

08/2016 - 01/2018

• Provided project governance and execution structure for large, multidisciplinary engineering programs supporting offshore production facilities.
• Developed MODEC’s Enterprise Risk Management Strategy.
• Delivered risk focused project work in regulated environments, ensuring compliance, documentation quality, and structured communication.
• Defined safety and risk management scope for bid proposals ranging from $1M – $3M and oversaw third party bid requests and contract compliance.

Project Manager / Team Leader | Environmental Resources Management 

11/2012 - 09/2015

• Led and mentored a team of risk consultants, improving technical performance, project delivery, and professional development.
• Managed a $5M portfolio of technical projects and proposals for major energy clients, overseeing full lifecycle execution.
• Increased a core project budget by 400% through well-structured change management and scope clarification.
• Recovered underperforming projects by implementing corrective action plans, improving execution discipline, and restoring client alignment.
• Completed enterprise-level Project Management Office (PMO) and "Aspire" leadership programs.
• Supported business development efforts by contributing to proposals, client presentations, and technical capability demonstrations.

Process Safety and Risk Assessment Consultant | Atkins, Inc.            

01/1999 - 02/2003

• Conducted hazard analyses, audits, and regulatory compliance assessments to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies for major energy projects.
• Provided HSE leadership for a major Deepwater Gulf of Mexico project, ensuring alignment with safety standards and operational requirements.
• Supported engineering teams with technical documentation, risk assessments, and safety reviews to improve project outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Additional Experience                                                                                                                                 

High School Math Educator / Program Leader | West Ada & Vallivue School Districts 

08/2021 — Current

• Took a planned engineering career pause during a family relocation.
• Led multi‑classroom instructional programs, applying structured planning, communication, and data‑driven decision‑making to improve student outcomes.
• Analyzed student performance data to identify gaps and implement improvement strategies.
• Coordinated with administrators, district leadership, and community stakeholders to align resources and expectations across multiple classrooms and student groups.

Stay-at-Home Parent 

02/2003 — 11/2012

Houston, TX

• Focused on full-time family caregiving support during early childhood years, ensuring stability and continuity.
• Tutored high school and college students in upper level math courses.
• Organized fundraising and recruitment rallies for Cub Scout Pack.
• Provided leadership to Cub Scout Pack as Pack Committee Chair. 

Master of Science – Safety Engineering                                                                                                                                                     2018

Texas A&M University / College Station, TX

Bachelor of Science – Chemical Engineering                                                                                                                                             1998

Texas A&M University / College Station, TX