Director, Solutions

• Feb 2023 - Present

• Sep 2021 - Feb 2023

Coach, influence and support Leadership in applying and sustaining BHP Operating System (BOS) practices, tools, and methods, and embed core routines and behavioral change to deliver value and sustain BOS.Identify and mitigate the downstream impacts of individual business decisions on the rest of the value chain based on a deep understanding of the end to end processes, inputs and drivers. Collaborate with key decision makers across the organization to implement changes that will drive results. Identify processes and people with the required capability/authority to successfully implement large scale improvements to BHP systems and processes. Show less

• Apr 2017 - Sep 2021

Accountable for the execution of all contracting strategies for the Development Phase of a Major Capital Project.  Responsible for the development and execution of contracting strategies for all owners’ packages.  Providing direction to project teams on strategies by analyzing, developing, and executing contracts based on risk, complexity and scope.  Liaising with multiple stakeholders across the organization to ensure that strategies are integrated across the various project teams creating the most value for the business.  Responsible for all contract formation activities from developing contract plans through to contract execution.  Responsible for the administration and control of all written agreements. Accountable for tracking and reporting on all owners packages  Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to determine reporting requirements.  Successfully implemented monthly reporting methodologies to ensure alignment across cross-functional areas.  Responsible for the monthly reporting to the senior leadership team. Show less

• Sep 2012 - Apr 2017

Responsible for the development and execution of the business continuity plan for supply chain to respond effectively and efficiently before, during and after an adverse event.Oversee the collaboration and improvement of processes for the supply chain process to ensure continual compliance with federal and provincial regulatory requirements. Provide strategic leadership by analyzing, developing, implementing, and monitoring systematic continuous improvement initiatives and processes across the supply chain portfolio.Lead the supply chain quality assurance team for the active management and reduction of supply chain risks. Systematically determine quality requirements for materials ensuring compliance to regulatory and internal requirements. Oversee the quality level determination for vendors supplying services and goods to Cameco Canadian operations to ensure integrity of product is maintained through the supply chain. Show less

• Sep 2012 - Jan 2016

Responsible for the development and execution of organizational change management strategies including stakeholder engagement for Major Project’s project delivery model.Responsible for the development, implementation and governance of all key processes under the Major Project’s portfolio.

Project Contracts Administrator

• Nov 2011 - Sep 2012

Acting on behalf of the Owner, overseeing the formation, management, tracking and reporting of multiple contracts on projects within the mining & metallurgical sector. •Resolving highly complex problems involving high risk monetary cost •Consulting with clients to resolve contractual issues •Developing, implementing and managing related procedures, systems and corporate policies •Developing project-specific contracting strategies and overseeing contract formulation for packages •Negotiating major contracts •Reviewing and approving prequalification, solicitation and analysis of tenders on all major contract awards •Administration of construction subcontracts for various work including lump sum and T&M •Overseeing and reporting on contract progress Show less

Geologist, Contracts and Permits Specialist

• Sep 2005 - Nov 2011

Responsible for supporting entire winter drilling program, mapping geology of area Manage and administer all contracts related to exploration activities in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Nunavut. Corporate liaison for all Saskatchewan & Federal Regulatory Agencies Accountable for the entire regulatory approval process from application, approval, and reporting to ensure 100% compliance to codes and conditions Corporate liaison with Northern Stakeholders for all activities related to exploration in Saskatchewan and Alberta and work closely with them to identify potential opportunities and emerging Northern companies. Support managers, supervisors, employees and contractors by coaching, communicating and providing expertise regarding policies and programs including corporate quality management standards, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001 requirements and legal obligations. Show less

Stable Isotope Geochemical Reaserch Assistant

• Apr 2003 - Sep 2005

Paleoclimate reconstruction with the application of stable isotope geochemistry. Responsible for numerous research projects with emphasis on climate change in several countries such as Scotland, Canada, Ireland, Mexico; United States of America and Antarctica. Sub-sampling of fish otoliths on a temporal resolution approaching daily levels with the use of three-dimensional micro-milling equipment. Paleoclimate reconstruction with the application of stable isotope geochemistry. Responsible for numerous research projects with emphasis on climate change in several countries such as Scotland, Canada, Ireland, Mexico; United States of America and Antarctica. Sub-sampling of fish otoliths on a temporal resolution approaching daily levels with the use of three-dimensional micro-milling equipment.