Anna Ho
M.Sc., P.Eng. (AB, BC)
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic and strategic Program Manager with experience innovating and developing external relationships to support innovation in mining; skilled in cultivating stakeholder relationships and leading cross-functional teams. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in research and project oversight, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from conception to commercialization. Skilled in financial management, coupled with strong planning and prioritization skills to effectively handle multiple tasks. Offers outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, ensuring clear and effective delivery of concepts and information. Adept at coaching, relationship management, and delivering engaging presentations tailored to varied audiences and purposes.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Program Manager, Technical Services & Innovation
TECK RESOURCES
5 2021 - Current
- Developed and led a strategic framework to engage with external academic and industrial partners and consortia, driving innovation in the mining sector.
- Led the Mining Microbiome Analytics Platform (M-MAP) Consortium, developing and commercializing a genomic tool to advance biotechnological applications throughout the mining lifecycle.
- Led research and development of in-situ technologies to reduce nickel and cobalt in mine contact water at Coal sites in the Elk Valley
- Directed a multi-disciplinary team of technical and regulatory experts for evaluation of saturated rock fill (SRF) technology to address constituents of concern in mine contact water
- Executed pilot projects (e.g SRF, in-pit treatment, chelation) with aggressive schedules under an evolving regulatory environment
- Responsible for budget allocation and management across the various programs and specific scopes of work.
- Organized and led technical workshops with subject matter experts and stakeholders to evaluate technologies and identify next steps.
- Developed a Technology Scan and Evaluation Framework with defined processes and criteria for assessing emerging technologies and research initiatives.
- Developed experimental design plans for the execution of field scale pilot trials for the reduction of nitrite, ammonia, and total suspended solids in mine contact water
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
Instructor, School of Technology and Trades; School of Business and International Education
LAMBTON COLLEGE
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed curricula and instructed five semesters (~250 students) in classroom, laboratory, and distance learning models:
- Soil and Air Quality - environmental sampling, assessment, and remediation
- Project Management - Project Management Institute (PMI) certification program
- Alternative Energy - introduction to renewable energy technologies
- Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Project - created student projects, supported and evaluated student performance
Sessional Instructor, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer
MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Instructed and evaluated two semesters (~100 students) in the first year engineering program:
- Engineering Statics
- Computer programming (Matlab)
Senior Environmental Engineer (Contract)
ADVISIAN (WORLEYPARSONS)
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Project Manager - Contaminated Sites
- Developed project execution work plans, scope of work proposals, health and safety plans, and cost and schedule progress reports
- Authored and reviewed project reports for stakeholders and regulatory agencies
- Executed and managed projects
Project Manager
CH2M HILL
05.2011 - 12.2014
- Led the assessment and remediation of a former Chlor-Alkali site within an operating Petrochemical facility
- Directed activities for the long term operation and maintenance of a remedial groundwater program
- Mitigated potential environmental risk by developing soil characterization and remediation plans
- Authored and reviewed technical reports for stakeholders and regulatory agencies
- Designed extraction trench for removal of chloride-rich groundwater
Environmental Advisor
TELUS
12.2004 - 05.2011
- Program Lead - Contaminated Sites - Engaged with internal (legal, real estate, wireless, rights of way) and external (regulatory agencies, landowners) stakeholders
- Developed prioritization and risk ranking framework to establish funding criteria of contaminated sites
- Chartered and administered a multi-disciplinary team to identify and characterize risks associated with inactive sites
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and execute projects to reduce environmental risk
- Designed requirements and evaluation criteria for contracting environmental consultants
- Mentored and supported the Environment Team with the development of tools and technical expertise
- Responsible for allocating contaminated sites funding for legacy sites
- Project manager - northern Alberta and northern British Columbia sites
- Established scopes of work for consultants and contractors on Project Sites
- Reviewed and approved consultant reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Corporate Environment Support
- Supported Corporate Social Responsibility reporting by authoring and reviewing contaminated sites, spills and releases, and environmental assessment portfolios
- Supported ISO 14001 Environmental Management System implementation, identified relevant environmental processes
- Developed and delivered internal training on environmental compliance, policies, programs, and procedures
Environmental Engineer
JACQUES WHITFORD (STANTEC)
10.2003 - 11.2004
- Developed field plans and technical reports for the characterization and remediation of soil and groundwater
- Designed, installed and operated soil and groundwater remediation systems
- Managed communications to stakeholders (regulatory agencies, municipalities, landowners)
Environmental Engineer-in-Training
URS CORPORATION
11.2002 - 10.2003
- Developed and conducted field investigations in soil and groundwater assessment and remediation
- Authored soil and groundwater field plans and technical reports
- Assessed dissolved phase plume stability utilizing computer-modeling to monitor natural attenuation effects
- Researched, designed, and conducted an industrial waste basin study with specialty sampling tools
Technical Service Specialist
NOVA CHEMICALS
08.1997 - 09.1999
- Technical focal point for Polyethylene Film Products for:
- New Product Development
- Trouble-shooting client product concerns
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geo-Environmental Engineering
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB01-2002
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemical Engineering
University of Alberta
Edmonton, ABSkills
Project Management
Team & Program Leadership
Stakeholder Management & Communications
Cross functional Team Builder
Partnership Development
Relationship Building
Data Analysis
Data Collection & Research
Facilitation & Presentation skills
Planning, Prioritization & Financial management proficiency
Board Committee Experience
- City of Edmonton Energy Transition Climate Resilience Committee, Member, 2022-01-01, Current
- Paths for People, Co-Founder, Chair and Vice-Chair, 2014-01-01, 2018-01-01
Hobbies
I enjoy reading, cross country skiing, hiking, biking and playing the piano.
Timeline
Instructor, School of Technology and Trades; School of Business and International Education
LAMBTON COLLEGE
08.2019 - 04.2021
Sessional Instructor, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer
MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 09.2018
Senior Environmental Engineer (Contract)
ADVISIAN (WORLEYPARSONS)
06.2015 - 06.2017
Project Manager
CH2M HILL
05.2011 - 12.2014
Environmental Advisor
TELUS
12.2004 - 05.2011
Environmental Engineer
JACQUES WHITFORD (STANTEC)
10.2003 - 11.2004
Environmental Engineer-in-Training
URS CORPORATION
11.2002 - 10.2003
Technical Service Specialist
NOVA CHEMICALS
08.1997 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemical Engineering
University of Alberta
Program Manager, Technical Services & Innovation
TECK RESOURCES
5 2021 - Current
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geo-Environmental Engineering
University of Alberta
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