I worked with Raf Dua only relatively briefly, but in a demanding situation in which everybody’s abilities and resolve were thoroughly tested. The fact that we’re still in regular communication some years later is a fair indication of my regard for his high level of knowledge, skills and dedication.
There is an ongoing dialogue in many enterprises: Should project management be a centralized, shared-service? Or, should project managers be decentralized and embedded within their functional organizations?
The answer is, "it depends." Every enterprise is unique with its own organizational structure, culture, expectations, and needs. Similarly projects and programs have different characteristics that may favor one model over another.
This article outlines considerations for making this decision.
Lorne has consistently demonstrated knowledge and capacity to lead the planning initiative for a portfolio of small projects associated with changes to the Darwin LNG & Bayu Undan Offshore facilities. The portfolio peak spend was USD$120 Million. Lorne was a key member of the project control team that seemly integrated within the organization and safeguard projects critical to meeting stakeholder’s requirements and maintaining production.
Lorne has good knowledge of detailed planner level requirements, planning management lever and procedure, able to develop the application and system requirements for a project.
Manages his own time well and other around him.
Can lead in the team environment successfully to deliver the required outcomes.
Lorne is more than competent in his role, and displays a high level of planning curiosity – always striving to seek out new methodologies, and consistently challenging the norm. He demonstrates great leadership by sharing his discoveries, ways of working, hints and tips on a regular basis. He thrives in a team environment, and produces his best work when under pressure. All of these attributes makes Lorne a highly regarded and valued member of the Conoco planning team.
Dear Sir or Madam The following is a summary cover letter of my experiences, which I feel would be of a benefit for your firm: I have worked in the EPCM Business for over 35 years in positions of Project Controls, Contracts, Risk, Project Management, Real Estate, Construction and Business Development.
I have California Contractors Licenses for A1 Engineering Construction and B1 General Building Construction, as well as a California Real Estate License for development and suppport.