Gary Liang
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Results-driven Engineering Project Manager skilled in project execution and risk management. Expertise in optimizing engineering processes and fostering collaboration to achieve successful project outcomes. Strong leadership and cost control capabilities enhance project efficiency and quality. Committed to delivering innovative solutions in fast-paced environments while developing high-performance teams.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Project Manager
Spectrum Manufacturing
Mississauga
10.2022 - Current
- Developed project management plans, maintained project schedules, cost control and project risk registers
- Accelerated project progress by establishing project timeline and milestones and fostering a sense of urgency
- Supported multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery and performance of engineering research and product development projects for mechatronic LED illuminating products
- Managed vendor identification, auditing, and quality validation processes to ensure compliance with project standards
- Coordinated creation of project documentation (drawing folders, BOMs, design procedures, safety and maintenance manuals) to facilitate project execution
- Streamlined product development processes by improving timelines and documentation practices.
- Improved team performance by identifying task priorities, facilitating communications and clearly documenting product development definitions and technical specifications
- Optimized engineering design and manufacturing quality assurance procedures
- Supported field service team by root cause analysis, correction plan and engineering change notice
Project management Consultant
Everfinest Technologies
Ontario
10.2012 - 10.2022
- Managed project scope, planning, execution, and closeout for utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary project engineering teams and construction subcontractors and various project stakeholders on engineering design, technical specifications review, construction supervision, equipment installation and commission to deliver the project on time and within budget.
- Oversaw project progress and controlled cost performance through earned value assessment and critical path management to maintain project timelines.
- Presided over project engineering activities, such as design for electrical collection systems, site grading plans, foundation designs, Storm Water Management reports and Sound Study reports, etc. for clients in Ontario and overseas
- Conducted due diligence and managed RFI process to facilitate efficient communication and resolution of project inquiries.
- Led the review of comments received on submittals
Engineering Manager
White Construction Canada Inc
Oshawa, Ontario
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Performed Project management and successfully presided over engineering designs for five 10MW solar PV projects
- Coordinated engineers, construction managers, subcontractors, and field technicians to resolve outstanding issues and deliver engineering solutions that ensured reliability, constructability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Reviewed and prepared engineering submittals at multiple stages (15%, 30%, 50%, 75%, issue for construction, as-built) to facilitate project progression and compliance.
- Conducted site inspections and developed engineering reports to ensure site engineering dispositions met relevant codes and standards.
Project Manager Engineering
JLT & Associates Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Led engineering design and manufacturing projects for electronic products, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and timelines.
- Developed project plans outlining scope, timeline, and resources needed.
- Led project teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Coordinated cross-functional communication between stakeholders and team members.
Project Director
Everfinest Engineering Co.
China
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Led strategic planning and project management to transform company from engineering consulting firm to leading manufacturer of injection molding system equipment.
- Led project teams to ensure adherence to engineering standards and timelines.
- Developed project plans outlining objectives, resources, and schedules for execution.
- Coordinated communication between stakeholders and team members throughout projects.
Regional Manager
Husky Injection Molding Systems Co.
Bolton, Ontario
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Led business development and project management for West China market, growing market share from under 5% to over 60%.
- Led regional operations to enhance productivity and streamline processes.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with corporate strategies.
- Implemented training programs to develop staff capabilities and operational skills.
Senior Project Engineer
Dongfang Electric Corporation
China
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Led engineering design, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning of steam turbines and boilers for thermal power generation plants, ensuring project milestones were met
- Monitored site progress, providing technical advice and resolving issues to maintain project schedule and quality standards
- Coordinated with clients, subcontractors, fabricators, and suppliers to oversee vendor validation and compliance with fabrication, construction deliverables, and safety codes
- Reviewed and managed the Field Change Notices (FCN) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR)
Education
MBA - Project Management
Schulich School of Business
Toronto, ON06.2009
Bachelor of Power Mechanics Engineering -
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai, China06.1993
Skills
- Project management and execution
- Project planning and scheduling
- Cost control
- Risk management
- Energy systems management
- Thermal systems analysis
- Engineering design processes
- Fabrication methods
- Process design documentation
- Documentation standards
- Compliance standards
- Safety regulations compliance
- Problem solving
- Leadership and communication skills
- Project management
Certification
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng)
Timeline
Engineering Project Manager
Spectrum Manufacturing
10.2022 - Current
Project management Consultant
Everfinest Technologies
10.2012 - 10.2022
Engineering Manager
White Construction Canada Inc
01.2012 - 08.2012
Project Manager Engineering
JLT & Associates Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2012
Project Director
Everfinest Engineering Co.
01.2005 - 01.2007
Regional Manager
Husky Injection Molding Systems Co.
01.2001 - 01.2005
Senior Project Engineer
Dongfang Electric Corporation
01.1996 - 01.2001
MBA - Project Management
Schulich School of Business
Bachelor of Power Mechanics Engineering -
Shanghai Jiao Tong University