Jon Vandenbrink
Prince Rupert
Summary
Experienced Project Engineer with over 10 years of experience driving numerous projects to completion. Skilled in managing external technical staff and ensuring that projects are completed on schedule, within budget and deliver value to the facility..
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Services Manager for Major Projects
City Of Prince Rupert
2023.05 - Current
- Managed multiple projects concurrently by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource requirements, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Reviewed and approved project invoices for payment.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
Project Manager
Colliers Project Leaders
2022.09 - 2023.04
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed procurement plans and contracts to mitigate risk to the project
- Achieved project targets by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
PROJECT ENGINEER
Husky
2017.01 - 2022.08
- Managed capital budget while serving as Interim Engineering Team Lead
- Managed a $1.9MM rail track expansion project to be completed on schedule and under budget
- Coordinated the development of project cost estimates including a Class V estimate for a co-generation power facility
- Coordinated a HOIMS Gap Assessment management system review for the Refinery
- Developed integrated project schedules in consultation with various stakeholders
- Managed a $1.6MM multi-phase project to upgrade a 5kV distribution cable and debottleneck the electrical distribution system in a Refinery Process Unit
- Facilitated numerous meetings including constructability reviews, project update meetings and process hazard analysis reviews.
Electrical ENGINEER
Husky Energy
2013.05 - 2016.01
- Managed a $1.8MM project to install new emergency backup generators
- Coordinated the electrical maintenance program during a facility turnaround
- Reviewed and managed the ETAP arc flash models for the Refinery
- Specified and ordered electrical equipment including motor starters, feeder breakers and control devices
- Managed the electrical regulatory program for the Husky Lloydminster Refinery
- Collaborated with team members to develop project cost estimates
- Wrote scope of work documents for numerous projects
- Drafted construction drawing sets for a variety of projects
Junior Electrical Engineer
Integra Engineering
2010.10 - 2013.05
- Designed electrical power and control systems for oilfield facilities
- Specified and ordered electrical equipment including variable frequency drives, motor control centres and control cabinets
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Australia Institute of Business
Adelaide, AU03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project Procurement
- Cost Estimating
- Engineering Design
- Meeting Facilitation
Affiliations
P. ENG - PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER OF THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA & BC
PMP - PROJECT MANAGMENT PROFESSIONAL
Certification
CERTIFICATE IN PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL - DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER - ISSA
Timeline
Engineering Services Manager for Major Projects
City Of Prince Rupert
2023.05 - Current
Project Manager
Colliers Project Leaders
2022.09 - 2023.04
PROJECT ENGINEER
Husky
2017.01 - 2022.08
Electrical ENGINEER
Husky Energy
2013.05 - 2016.01
Junior Electrical Engineer
Integra Engineering
2010.10 - 2013.05
MBA - Business Administration
Australia Institute of Business
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University of Alberta
CERTIFICATE IN PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL - DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER - ISSA
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