Stephen Morrison
Calgary
Summary
Accomplished at Syncrude Canada Ltd, adept in project management and relationship building, I spearheaded training programs and led high-stakes projects up to $2B. Expert in strategic planning and team leadership, I consistently delivered projects on time, enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Advisor ADEM
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Training and facilitation for other project practitioners
- Perform 5 week review on projects up to $2B to support other project practitioners using ADEM model (Asset Development and Execution Model)
- Tracking the training for all project managers in the organization
Project Commissioning and Start up Manager
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
01.2015 - 09.2022
- Manage operations mechanical and technical teams in the development of all project deliverables
- Input to design development through all phases of a project
- Management of pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start up plan
- Developed project operating plans, operations Procedures, and training plans
- Lead commissioning and start up teams on many projects
- Facilitated project reviews in major projects with Syncrude Canada under the Exxon Mobil Capital Management System (EMCAPS) model
Project Manager
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
05.2004 - 01.2015
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Develop plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simonds High School
Saint John, NB06-1984
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Training facilitation
- Time management
- Employee onboarding
- Workforce management
- Project planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Stakeholder management
- Team leadership
- Work prioritization
- Goal setting
- Risk management
- Task delegation
- Strategic planning
- Safety procedures
- Key performance indicators
- Vendor management
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response
- Disciplinary techniques
- Clear communication
- Contract management
- Operations management
- Regulatory compliance
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Change management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Project management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- PMP Designation since December 3rd, 2007
Hiking, Paddleboarding, Cycling
I enjoy being outdoors whenever possible. I being in nature. Cycling, paddle boarding and Hiking is second to none in the Calgary area
Timeline
Senior Advisor ADEM
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
09.2022 - 09.2023
Project Commissioning and Start up Manager
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
01.2015 - 09.2022
Project Manager
Syncrude Canada Ltd (10/1988-09/2023)
05.2004 - 01.2015
- PMP Designation since December 3rd, 2007
High School Diploma -
Simonds High School
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