Darrell Lawrence Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

As the Quality Testing and Commissioning Manager, I held a prominent role in ensuring the adherence to quality standards and processes. My responsibilities included:- Developing, implementing, and managing the T&C quality process, which encompassed supplier quality assessments and audits.- Overseeing the quality closeout process by identifying and implementing necessary quality requirements and traceability measures.- Managing the construction activity look-a-head quality schedule, including daily quality inspections and the resolution of identified deficiencies.- Coordinating between construction, system, safety certification, and quality teams to streamline operations.- Providing training and mentorship to the Quality staff, enabling their full engagement in the project.- Conducting quality trend analysis and reporting progress.- Updating status reports for NCRs, CARs, and PARs.- Generating all necessary reporting and dashboards within the quality function for Testing and Commissioning.- Ensuring the maintenance and retention of relevant records in compliance with Project Requirements.- Holding a certification as a quality professional from BSI, with an additional qualification as an ISO 9001: 2015 Lead Auditor.

Canada V6C 1X8, Ca

- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws in Panama.- Upheld HSE standards and ensured strict adherence within the operational area.- Conducted inspections and walk downs to identify any installation-related issues on site, ensuring compliance with approved methods.- Oversaw inspections and managed quality issues, including the closure of Non-Compliance Reports during construction, in collaboration with the Site in-charge.- Developed method statements, risk assessments, job safety environmental analyses, and Inspection Test Plans and Checklists based on project specifications.- Supervised the maintenance and control of QMS documentation (Completions Connect) and data, including turnover documentation.- Organized the turnover and inspections group for walk downs of finished construction work, preparing it for commissioning.- Collaborated with the commissioning team to successfully hand over required subsystems for startup.- Coordinated the resolution of deficiency lists for the handover stage.

- Managed and supervised the construction of a 500 MW (340K) High Voltage AC/DC Power Converter Generation Station (ABB design) and distribution yard project.- Supervised the installation of transmission towers, gantries, and high voltage lines from civil earthworks to commissioning.- Served as the construction representative for our company with the client.- Led a workforce of over 260 individuals and sub-contractors, including civil, electrical, and mechanical teams.- Developed and executed a cost-effective and timely construction plan within budget.- Made critical decisions impacting project execution on a regular basis.- Coordinated and tracked RFI and Field Change Requests.- Contributed to design changes and provided recommendations and decisions for modifications.- Liaised regularly with engineering and commissioning teams.- Implemented and ensured compliance with project specifications, Scope of Work, and approved Project Schedule for construction, fabrication, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.- Provided detailed progress reports, identified risks and opportunities to the Project Manager/Sr. Construction Manager.- Documented all changes to specifications, work scope, and drawings.- Defined clear roles, responsibilities, and deliverable requirements for team members.- Reviewed man-hours and duration forecasts for construction and installation, as well as resource requirements.- Monitored construction productivity, schedule performance, and analyzed reasons for subcontractor performance.- Provided recommendations and implemented measures for improvement through modifications to procedures and work instructions.

Ottawa, Ontario, Ca

 Identified and planned/scheduled upcoming contractor audits. Audited all trades such as civil, mechanical, piping, electrical and structural based on their ITP and engineering specifications. Supplied written audit notifications to the OLRT subcontractor or supplier being audited. Provided the Quality Audit Plan in advance to its Subcontractors to confirm the scope and schedule of an audit. Reviewed the audit assignment/scope, relevant standards, codes and procedures, audit checklist and previous Audit Findings (if applicable) and prepared an audit agenda and audit checklist. Discussed the audit scope and agenda with the subcontractor or supplier representative responsible. Coordinated and directed the course and pace of the audit. Examined and recorded objective evidence. Discussed observations and findings as they were realized. Evaluated evidence generated during the audit and evaluated any deviations to specification or code to be addressed. Communicated to the subcontractor or supplier initial findings. Conducted Audit Closing Meetings. Informed the auditee(s) of Audit Findings and needs for corrective actions. Prepared a formal audit report and a completed checklist after completing the audit. Submitted the formal audit report to the Project Quality Manager for review. Entered the formal audit report in document control and distribute to relevant persons and contractor. Followed up on corrective actions identified in the audit report.

Irving, Texas, Us

 Planned and oversaw electrical and instrumentation works for the TMF and Sand Cyclones Area process section including tailings barges and associated pumping equipment and pump houses. Directed and inspected installations of 4, 35KV power distribution substations. Oversight and direct supervision of second party contractors in the planning and execution of their works. Planning and scheduling for the critical path to ¨First Dore¨. Scheduled and Managed walk downs and established turnover package requirements for contractors. Participated in Area Management strategy sessions with subcontractors to establish priority construction and commissioning sequences. Assisted the Turnover group in successfully completing systems and subsystem packages for First Ore. Coordinated material and material orders for the overall installation. Worked in conjunction with commissioning for completion startup.

Montreal, Quebec, Ca

 Performed all functions of the Project Site QA representative including ensuring that the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 and other relevant standards had been effectively implemented and maintained. Reported on the performance of the project quality system to the Project Manager and Bus. Unit QA Manager. Influenced quality and productivity improvements through involvement in the development of new and improved specifications, procedures, process innovations, and changes in corporate culture. Coordinated / performed all QA/QC activities and for other functions that have an effect on product or service quality. Planed, performed and reported on project internal quality audits. Witnessed as required, civil, piping and infrastructure installations intended for the major project. Initiated necessary QSR, NCR / CPAR to document and facilitate closure of audit surveillances and non-conformances. Assured consistency of purchased components by vendor certification, establishment of effective acceptance criteria, and product monitoring such as wastewater treatment plant and potable water plants, high voltage transformers. Monitored project QA man-hours and related budgets. Influenced corporate cultural change to result in safety, quality and productivity improvements. Developed project quality criteria/ Standard Specifications to be maintained. Evaluated the cost effectiveness of proposed processes and consultant service purchases and justified expenditures with management. Evaluated employee performance, where applicable, and supported QA Manager’s decisions regarding hiring and dismissing employees in conformance with policies. Facilitated implementation (including verification) of relevant standards and procedures as stated in PQP. Established the turnover criteria and reviewed all documentation from subcontractors which included the construction of a 2500-man camp and all infrastructure for the camp facilities and main project.

Irving, Texas, Us

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Ca

Vernon, Bc, Ca

Vancouver, Bc, Ca

Aurora, Ontario, Ca

Ensuring the reliability of our equipment was my primary role. Daily planning and scheduling of preventive maintenance as well as co-coordinating breakdown repairs. Regular evaluation and improvement of PM’s.  Have implemented and performed predictive maintenance methods such as vibration analysis and thermo-graphics Active in the implementation of TPM and Self-Directed Work Team programs. Member of the CIP committee. As a Maintenance Supervisor responsible for the Fineblank/Diecast area. Some of my responsibilities included: • Promoting the EDGE direction and function within a Self Directed Work Team• Fulfilling QS9000 and ISO14000 requirements• Responsible for the safe and productive state of all plant equipment• Co-coordinating, scheduling, and guiding maintenance team members• Organizing and planning scheduled yearly plant shutdowns• Co-coordinating and communicating within the department and with all other departments• Administering Policy and procedures for both plants i.e.: Call in procedure, Accidents/Incidents, Security, discipline and employee performance evaluations as required• Communicating infractions to policy and procedures and supplying documentation to employee records (ROE or other HR documentation).• Responding and being available to employee concerns, facilitating and providing resources to them.• Responsible for developing and working within departmental budgets.• Communicating- co-coordinating regularly with suppliers and stores personnel.• Impacts and reports on Cell level 2 QOS measurables, budgets and monthly reporting of these metrics.• Investigating and tracking machinery specific trends.• Planning and following up on all safety issues/tasks/concerns.• Producing and updating weekly task lists to the mfg. Managers.• Implementing CIP solutions and cell improvements.• Adhering at all times to all applicable heath safety policies, the Employee Handbook• Performing other duties as requested by the department or team

Electrical And Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General

Quality