Experience

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  PTW Energy Services.

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

  • Quality Assurance Quality Control Manager

    • Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
    • Calgary, AB, Canada

    Led QA/QC monitoring and evaluation of electrical system installation to ensure compliance with requirements spanning statement of work, design, specification, and OEM installation guidelines. Held responsibility for drafting E&I, QA manual, as well as supervising all amendments and revisions.Key Achievements and Contributions:• Successfully increased profits by up to 10% through pro-active implementation of quality control procedures during initial project start-up.• Collaborated with the QHSE team to update policies, procedures, practices, and THA's for the E&I safety section. Oversaw preparation of ISO-compliant QMS documentation.• Ensured contractor quality requirements were specific to vendors and contractor documentation submittals.

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  Tarpon Energy Services Ltd

  • Quality Manager (E&I)

    • Dec 2009 - Dec 2017

    Directed all aspects of E&I Quality Assurance and Quality Control inspection in accordance with project scope, approved inspection and test plans, industry codes, and client specifications. Coordinated QA/QC subcontractor activities, reviewed project ITP’s documentation and facilitated commissioning.Key Achievements and Contributions:• Slashed field rework by 10% by establishing a robust QA/QC program and training. Mitigated field-related risks by 10% by evaluating and updating E&I safety policies, procedures, practices, and THAs.• Administered implementation of a digital, tablet-based documentation system as part of the control and distribution quality process. Executed internal and external E&I project audits.• Successfully deployed Quality Central Intranet site in association with IT team to ensure company-wide document accessibility.

  • Electrical Construction Supervisor

    • Dec 2008 - Dec 2009

    Orchestrated seamless and timely execution of modular projects valued at over $20M in Tarpon's Calgary Modular Construction Yard. Led efforts of 120 field personnel.Key Achievements and Contributions:• Oversaw adherence to contractor quality requirements. Reviewed project ITP’s, client documentation and monitored the quality management system. • Recommended and implemented improvements when required and assisted/advised in commissioning and troubleshooting overview.• Successfully increased profits by up to 10% through pro-active implementation of quality control procedures during initial project start-up.

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  Pyramid Corporation

  • Nisku, Alberta, Canada

  • QAQC General Foreman

    • Dec 1999 - Dec 2008
    • Nisku, Alberta, Canada

    Responsible for design, blueprint review, and analysis of project procurement and preparation of construction documents, blueprints, schematics, and I/O drawings for field installations on various projects. Tested and commissioned Motors, MCC’s and controls to ensure proper operation at start-up; Key Achievements and Contributions:• Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties, and performance expectations. • Commissioning and troubleshooting start-up lead between client and construction group on various projects.• Interfacing with engineering and client for design and electrical control issues.• Designated as the LOTO authority to halt non-compliance of LOTO policies in the field causing client concerns and extreme safety risk.

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  Northern Controls

  • Electrical Construction Supervisor

    • Jan 1983 - Dec 1999

    Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale. Supervised job site operations to maintain consistent safety and hazard-free work area.Key Achievements and Contributions:• Communicated with clients to convey timelines, the scope of work, and potential challenges throughout the project timeline. • Monitored compliance with local codes and job specifications to ensure client satisfaction and superior quality.• Diagnosed faults by applying functional expertise and troubleshooting issues to isolate root causes.

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  Northern Loram

  • Norman Wells NT

  • Electrical Foreman

    • Jan 1979 - Dec 1982
    • Norman Wells NT

    Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain or repair electrical systems and wiring for a major island building project. Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.Key Achievements and Contributions:• Used test equipment and hand tools to locate root causes of electrical issues and establish repair plans on power generation, conveyors, and rock crushing equipment.• Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480, 208/600 volt power distribution systems.• Examined and created solutions for high voltage electrical system problems.

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  Terra Mines

  • NT

  • Electrical Maintenance Foreman

    • Jan 1978 - Dec 1978
    • NT

    Responsible for day to day preventive maintenance of northern underground operations.• Correctly installed electrical equipment, units and systems based on careful review of technical documentation.• Replaced worn and defective components to maintain optimal performance.• Diagnosed faults by applying functional expertise and troubleshooting issues to isolate root causes.

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  Mackenzie Electric

  • NT

  • Electrician

    • Jan 1973 - Dec 1977
    • NT

    • Installed power generation systems, including emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.• Tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.• Worked extensively on three-phase, 4160 volt power distribution systems.• Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.• Installed cable, wire and motor controls on dredging ships.