Yanicke Parkinson, P.ENG, PMP
Toronto,ON
Summary
Deadline-driven Professional Engineer (P.Eng) and Project Management Professional (PMP) with 5 years of experience in engineering project management and process design. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Circuit Lightning Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Successfully delivered multiple high-profile projects on time, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
- Reduced project costs with diligent budget management and resource allocation strategies, enabling completion of projects under budget.
- Identified risks early in project lifecycle, developing mitigation plans to prevent schedule delays or cost overruns.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing for hardware purchases and consulting services while maintaining quality standards.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels.
- Ensured all projects adhered to quality standards by implementing rigorous testing procedures and closely monitoring progress reports.
Project Manager
PIONEER DCS
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed projects from procurement to commission
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals
Technical Specialist ( Project Lead)
Koch Separation Solution
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Planned ,managed and executed engineering projects for different industry including but not limited to Chemical, Water, Oil & Gas, etc.,
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to successfully design and develop cost-effective chemical processes and process equipment for complex projects.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Negotiated contract terms with customer and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes to keep contracts compliant with project requirements
- Controlled engineering activities to maintain work standards, adhere to safety regulations and meet quality assurance targets
- Worked closely with internal/external stakeholders to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects on Time and on Budget
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
- Mentored and provide technical support to junior engineers and production teams in technology offerings and work methods
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow to optimize production efficiency.
Data Management Analyst (Contract)
L-3 WESCAM
10.2014 - 04.2015
- Offered data-driven recommendations aligned with overall company strategies and prioritized process improvement initiatives
- Researched databases to validate established reference data
- Reviewed, audited and analyzed internal maintenance and engineering files to update large database
- Recorded data accurately onto computerized database and excel spreadsheets
- Employed Excel tools and conditional statements to extract specific information
- Gained experience with database management tools and data entry technologies
Junior Project Engineer (Restructured)
Hatch
06.2013 - 12.2013
- Responsible for preparing technical documentation such as Operation Manual,Commissioning Reports and Technical Memorandum
- Performed field work and site visit (i.e. Asset Tagging and Plant Commissioning)
- Undertook various QA/QC roles such reviewing technical drawings and specifications
- Aided project manager with obtaining quotations for various wastewater treatment equipment
- Demonstrated strong organizational and presentation skills through organizing, preparing and executing lunch and learn event
- Gained valuable hands-on consulting experience with several different municipal wastewater treatment processes and major equipment/ process units
- Developed and implemented engineering solutions to variety of project and design issues
- Tracked project status through all steps and ensured compliance with safety regulations and design requirements
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON06.2012
Skills
- Over five years experience in Project Management and Process Development
- Technical Consulting, Cross-functional team collaboration and Pre/Post Sales Support
- Contract Review, Sales Order, Change Orders and Document control
- Effective Presentation, Negotiation, Written and Oral Communication skills
- Strong Organizational, Problem solving and Time management skills
- Project leadership, Team player and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Expert in MS Office Suite and knowledge of ISO 9001
- Lean manufacturing and design - Yellow Belt Pending
Affiliations
- Member, Professional Engineers Ontario , 2012 to Current
- Member, Project Management Institute, 2020 to Current
Certification
- Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), P.Eng, Issued 2019
- Project Management Institute (PMI), PMP, Issued 2020
Timeline
Project Manager
Circuit Lightning Inc
10.2022 - Current
Project Manager
PIONEER DCS
01.2021 - 09.2022
Technical Specialist ( Project Lead)
Koch Separation Solution
01.2016 - 09.2020
Data Management Analyst (Contract)
L-3 WESCAM
10.2014 - 04.2015
Junior Project Engineer (Restructured)
Hatch
06.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
McMaster University
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