Ron LeGrow
St.Philips,Canada
Summary
Strategic Project Controls Leader with over 32 years of experience in process development and accountability in Project Services. Implemented business processes and systems for safe and effective management of the WHP Project, overseeing a team of 30, including 10 direct reports across Cost, Planning, Estimating, Finance, Quantity Surveying, Change Management, Risk, and Document Control.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Planner / Construction Estimator
Husky/Cenovus
St.Philips, NL
09.2025 - Current
- Brownfield offshore Platform Construction Planning
- Offshore Brownfield Construction Estimating / Quantity Surveying
- Reviewed vendor estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness, facilitating informed budgeting decisions.
- Contract Review assessment to Estimate Development
- Trade Craft Estimating / Planning
- Assessed change management submissions to pinpoint potential project impacts, enabling proactive risk management.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Prepared presentations and reports for management review, highlighting key project status updates to support strategic oversight.
- Power BI earned Progress Reporting Development
Senior Project Services Specialist
Husky Energy/ Cenovus
01.2021 - 07.2025
- Managed the Quantity Surveying / Estimating Group
- Implemented industry best practices for quantity surveying and estimating to enhance accuracy and consistency
- Reviewed and assessed RFI/SQ/TQ and design change modifications to ensure compliance and mitigate risks
- Coordinated management of RFSU processes and control planning efforts
- Ensured compliance with contract closeout requirements
- Conducted negotiations for final contract agreement to ensure compliance quantity BOQ for unit rate contract to secure favorable terms and align with project budgets
Shutdown Planner/ Cost Control
M&M Engineering
01.2004 - 10.2024
- North Atlantic Refinery - Completed replacement of heating systems
- Construction Planning of all Contractor related works for Heater 1501/1502 replacement.
- Managed manpower loading and equipment utilization to optimize project resources.
- Developed project timelines to ensure efficient workflow and timely deliverables.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather project requirements and communicate updates, ensuring alignment on project objectives.
- Identified potential problems and created solutions to mitigate risks associated with projects.
- Evaluated data to identify trends and support informed planning decisions, enhancing project forecasting.
- Assisted in creating detailed reports for project progress and resource allocation.
Senior Project Services Manager
Husky Energy
St.Philips, Nl
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Oversaw daily team operations to ensure effective collaboration.
- Managed team of 20 Resources with 10 direct reports within cost, Planning, estimating, Finance , Change Management , Risk and Document Control.
- Cultivated relationships with partners to foster collaboration.
- Promoted a culture of accountability to ensure project success.
- Oversaw quantity surveying, estimating, planning, and risk management to ensure project alignment and deliverables.
- Executed business processes and systems to achieve effective control and execution.
- Managed team of 20 resources, including 10 direct reports, across cost management, planning, estimating, finance, change management, risk, and document control.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize service delivery processes.
- Led the recruitment and hiring process for Project Service department staff.
Project Controls Lead
Husky/Cenovus
St.Philips, Nl
03.2011 - 01.2018
- Refined process documentation and work instructions to enhance clarity and usability.
- Evaluated project plans and cost estimates to align with budget and project goals.
- Developed and executed change management strategies.
- Executed change management strategies to facilitate smooth transitions during project updates.
- Created and refined process documentation and work instructions.
Project Planner - Commercial Hydromet Facility
Hatch Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Seconded from Hatch to Vale Inco as the Project Planner / Scheduler in the development of the Commercial Hydroment Facility.
- Developed and maintained engineering schedule, ensuring alignment with FEL2 and FEL3 project plans.
- Developed detailed construction plans and schedules
- Compiled and presented monthly progress reports to stakeholders, highlighting key milestones.
- Conducted monthly updates to scheduling records
Project Controls Coordinator/ Maintenance Planner
Hatch Limited
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Developed, Maintained and assisted in conducting site inspections to assess compliance with project specifications. activities for all major Capital Maintenance programs in Voisey Bay Labrador.
- Coordinated project planning and scheduling for engineering services.
- Site Inspection
- Prepared cost estimates for project budgeting and planning.
- Monitored construction costs to maintain budget adherence.
- Administered invoice control through SAP to ensure accuracy.
Project Planner / Cost Control
Inco Limited
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Coordinated design planning, construction planning, monthly progress reporting, and procurement scheduling for 150MM Nickel Hydromet Plant.
- Created and maintained level 4 schedule with 5000 activities.
- Developed and maintained project schedules for Hydromet Demonstration Project. for Planner /Scheduler - Hydromet Demonstration Project.
Project Coordinator
Atlantic Shoppers Limited
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Project Coordinator - Box Culvert Water Control
- Outlined phases and deadlines for project completion.
- Prepared tenders to facilitate competitive bidding and project procurement.
- Tender evaluation/Selection
- Evaluated tenders for project selection.
Quantity Surveyor - Estimator
Newfoundland Dockyard
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
01.2001 - 04.2002
- Hibernia Riser Shaft Bid Verification
- Prepared detailed cost estimates and quantities for procurement purposes.
- Verification of Material Supply Estimates
- Review of Prime Cost Sum Assumptions
- Managed project budgets and forecasts for various marine construction projects.
- Reviewed subcontractor bids to ensure competitive pricing and accuracy.
- Analyzed contract documents to identify risks and opportunities in project execution.
Education
Cost Estimating Level 1, Cost Estimating Level 2, Cost Planning, Construction Planning, Contract Administration
George Brown College
Toronto, ONDevelopment Economics, Cost Control/ Cost Planning, Construction Administration
SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, ABSome College (No Degree) - ICS -100, ICS-200
Emergency Management Institute
St. John's, Newfoundland and LabradorSAP, Primavera P6 Level (1 to 3), CANDY (Estimating), Value Engineering, OH&S Committee Training
Hatch - In-house Training
Construction Cost Professional - Exam Preparation Program
AACEI
Skills
- Construction Planning
- Cost Planning
- Quantity Surveying
- Earned Value Analysis
- Cost Monitor Reporting
- CANDY (Estimating)
- Prism (Cost)
- Candy
- Hard Dollar
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- Primavera
- Project Management
- Process optimization
- Integration
- Field Inspection
- Reporting
- SAP
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Communication
- Value Engineering
- Value Engineering
Certification
- Certified Engineering Technologist, AETTNL
- Cost Estimating Level 1, George Brown College, CIQS Certified Program
- Cost Estimating Level 2, George Brown College, CIQS Certified Program
- Cost Planning, George Brown College, CIQS Certified Program
- Construction Planning, George Brown College, CIQS Certified Program
- Contract Administration, George Brown College, CIQS Certified Program
- Development Economics, SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, CIQS Certified Program
- Cost Control/ Cost Planning, SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, CIQS Certified Program
- Construction Administration, SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, CIQS Certified Program
- Construction Cost Professional Exam Preparation Program, AACEI
- ICS -100, Emergency Management Institute
- ICS-200, Emergency Management Institute
- Primavera P6 Level (1 to 3), Hatch - In-house Training
- CANDY (Estimating), Hatch - In-house Training
- Value Engineering, Hatch - In-house Training
- OH&S Committee Training, Cenovus/Husky - Inhouse Training
- CISM Critical Incident Stress Management, Cenovus/Husky - Inhouse Training
Personal Information
Title: Senior Project Services Specialist - West White Rose Project
Professional Associations
Title: Senior Project Services Specialist - West White Rose Project
Timeline
Senior Staff Planner / Construction Estimator
Husky/Cenovus
09.2025 - Current
Senior Project Services Specialist
Husky Energy/ Cenovus
01.2021 - 07.2025
Senior Project Services Manager
Husky Energy
01.2018 - 03.2021
Project Controls Lead
Husky/Cenovus
03.2011 - 01.2018
Project Planner - Commercial Hydromet Facility
Hatch Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008
Project Controls Coordinator/ Maintenance Planner
Hatch Limited
01.2005 - 01.2006
Project Planner / Cost Control
Inco Limited
01.2005 - 01.2006
Shutdown Planner/ Cost Control
M&M Engineering
01.2004 - 10.2024
Project Coordinator
Atlantic Shoppers Limited
01.2003 - 01.2004
Quantity Surveyor - Estimator
Newfoundland Dockyard
01.2001 - 04.2002
Cost Estimating Level 1, Cost Estimating Level 2, Cost Planning, Construction Planning, Contract Administration
George Brown College
Development Economics, Cost Control/ Cost Planning, Construction Administration
SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Some College (No Degree) - ICS -100, ICS-200
Emergency Management Institute
SAP, Primavera P6 Level (1 to 3), CANDY (Estimating), Value Engineering, OH&S Committee Training
Hatch - In-house Training
Construction Cost Professional - Exam Preparation Program
AACEI