Stace Prieston

QA Manager | PROJECT MANAGEr | Automation STRATEGIST

About

Summary

A Quality Assurance and Project Management professional with vast experience in the software development industry, of which the last several years focusing on leading and managing Quality Assurance, Third Level Support and Project teams; resourceful problem solver with proven ability to bring quick resolution to challenging situations; self-driven, results oriented, with a high level of attention to detail; strong authentic leadership, collaboration and communication skills; an influential team builder with sharp customer service skills; knowledge of automated and performance software testing tools, database verification, and requirement validation over a variety of platforms and environments.

A listing of my core competencies includes:
• Staff Leadership & Scheduling
• Process Improvement
• Project Management
• Test Strategy Development
• Automated Software Testing
• Requirement Validation & Verification
• Reporting Creation & Presentation
• Production Support

HELPING ORGANIZATIONS INCREASE EFFICIENCIES AND IMPROVE PROCESSES UTILIZING BEST PRACTICES

WORK EXPERIENCE highlight

  • ETRM Test Lead
    test team lead for ETRM project at Tc energy
  • Quality Management Lead
    Created test strategy and ensuring high quality service to the connected infrastructure platform.
  • QA Manager / Production Support Manager
    BUILT QA AND PRODUCTION SUPPORT DEPARTMENTs FROM GROUND UP.
  • QA Manager / Project Manager
    MANAGED and SCHEDULED LARGE TEAM OF QA & DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES; created QA Center of excellence.

EDUCATION highlight

  • Computer Engineering Technology
    SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
  • Bachelor of Technology
    NETWORK MANAGEMENT major, SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Interests

  • Technology
    Learning new technologies
  • Travel
    World traveler, learn new cultures and languages

Timeline

  1. September 1998 - April 2000
    Computer Engineering Technology Diploma, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
  2. September 2000 - April 2002
    Bachelor of Technology Degree, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
  3. September 2004 - January 2011
    Master Design Certificate of Achievement, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
  4. September 2001 - May 2004
    System Test Analyst / QA Lead , TransCanada
  5. May 2004 - July 2004
    Quality Assurance Specialist , Critical Mass
  6. August 2004 - November 2005
    Quality Assurance Developer , Replicon Inc.
  7. December 2005 - June 2006
    Quality Assurance Specialist , Critical Mass
  8. July 2006 - July 2007
    QA Consultant , Emergis Inc.
  9. July 2007 - January 2009
    QA Manager / Production Support Manager, Emergis Inc.
  10. January 2009 - June 2025
    QA Manager / Project Manager, TELUS Health Solutions

career highlights

  • 12
    IMPLEMENTATIONS led to successful conclusion
  • 28
    Maintenance releases managed
  • 23
    LARGE-SCALE PROJECTS QA MANAGED

Skills/years

  • coaching & Mentoring
    8
  • testing
    8
  • operational &  tech support
    7
  • automation
    4
  • reporting creation
    7
  • Project scheduling
    8
  • process improvement
    8
  • Leadership
    11

Mission Statement

Why does it matter
Talent brings results, results brings success, and success brings greater talent.
Why do I do it
To be a catalyst for helping teams reach their full potential through strength of process and raise the quality of existing talent.
What do I do
Lead the Quality Assurance strategy in maximizing efficiency through effective process utilizing industry best practices.
Who am I
Authentic leader who is purpose to deliver results and add value.

Contact

Location

Calgary, Canada
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