Kevin Xu
Waterloo,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Business Consultant and former Project Manager at BWXT Canada Ltd, adept at leading cross-functional teams and negotiating contracts. Proven track record in delivering projects on time and within budget, while fostering strong customer relationships. Skilled in strategic planning and problem-solving, ensuring successful outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Consultant
Consulting Service
01.2023 - Current
- Iron ore sales for iron ore suppliers and procurement for China steel mills and traders.
Project Manager, Nuclear Power Operation
BWXT Canada Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Project Manager for supplying 4 nuclear steam generators to China Nuclear Power Plant. Coordinating project teams comprised of engineering, manufacturing, schedule planners, cost estimate, quality control, and procurement.
- To execute project both in Canada and China. Successfully completed the project on schedule and on budget and provided effective leadership through communicating expectations and instilling accountability.
- Participating final round commercial negotiation with customer. Working with Sales Team to finalize scope of supply with end customer.
- Review final estimate including in-house engineering hours and all shop hours. Direct the overall technical cost and schedule requirements on required by contract.
- Negotiation and resolution of any technical and commercial issues with customers and subcontractors.
Procurement Manager, Iron Ore Division
Tianjin Rock Check Steel Company Ltd, China
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Iron ore purchasing up to 3000 mt annually to maintain steel full production.
- Develop and maintain strong relationship with all major iron ore suppliers, Rio Tinto, BHP and Vale. To ensure steady iron ore supply for steel production under any situation.
- To supply low-cost iron ore for steel production.
- Iron ore trading with other steel mills, local Chinese iron ore trading companies.
Business Development Manager
Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium (Asia Pacific, Hong Kong)
Montreal, QC
01.1999 - 01.2006
- RTIT, one of major titanium slag suppliers in the world, it is located in Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Develop slag, iron ore and mineral sand market in China, Interface with sales agents and direct customers.
- Develop sales (consignment) and payment structure for small Chinese customers, to minimize financial risk.
- Develop budget and annual sales and update monthly sales report to GM of Asia Pacific Office.
Proposal Manager, Fossil Division
Babcock & Wilcox Canada
01.1993 - 01.1998
- Assisting consortium project manager to lead project team for EPC supply 2X660MW coal fired boilers including boiler auxiliary equipment. Develop consortium proposal with turbine suppliers, such as GE and Siemens.
- Assisting consortium project manager to lead project team meeting with customer, including local and state government.
- Project manager for supply of 4X550MW coal fired boiler including SCR and FGD supply.
- Proposal Manager to bid power plant projects in Greater China (China & Taiwan).
Education
Master - Engineering Material
University of Windsor
Ontario, Canada01.1993
Bachelor - Engineering Material
Harbin Science & Tech University
China01.1984
Skills
- Project management
- Contract negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Presentation skills
Languages
Mandarin
Professional
Timeline
Business Consultant
Consulting Service
01.2023 - Current
Project Manager, Nuclear Power Operation
BWXT Canada Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2022
Procurement Manager, Iron Ore Division
Tianjin Rock Check Steel Company Ltd, China
01.2007 - 01.2015
Business Development Manager
Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium (Asia Pacific, Hong Kong)
01.1999 - 01.2006
Proposal Manager, Fossil Division
Babcock & Wilcox Canada
01.1993 - 01.1998
Master - Engineering Material
University of Windsor
Bachelor - Engineering Material
Harbin Science & Tech University
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