Scott Rushford, Ba, Fmp, Sfp Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Key accomplishments:• Created Power BI reports from Facilities, Occupational Health & Safety and CO2 emissions to support data-informed decisions.• Used Digital Light Management software to design a lighting schedule and set up daylighting to optimize electricity usage at Connect First Place.• Developed a methodology to measure and record Scope 2 & 3 emissions consistent with IFRS Sustainability Standards, Global Reporting Initiative 305 – Emissions and the Green House Gas… Show more Key accomplishments:• Created Power BI reports from Facilities, Occupational Health & Safety and CO2 emissions to support data-informed decisions.• Used Digital Light Management software to design a lighting schedule and set up daylighting to optimize electricity usage at Connect First Place.• Developed a methodology to measure and record Scope 2 & 3 emissions consistent with IFRS Sustainability Standards, Global Reporting Initiative 305 – Emissions and the Green House Gas Protocols.• Recorded baselines to measure the attainment of CO2 reduction targets.• Configured a Building Management system to reduce electricity and natural gas demands.• Conducted cost and emissions analysis to recommend branches for conversion to LED lighting.• Implemented Artificial Intelligence tools to automate submitting and approving expenses.• Created a database for asset inventory.• Used Visio to digitalize architectural drawings for over 40 branches and administrative buildings. Show less

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Key accomplishments:• Leveraged existing software to digitalize proof of delivery records, security cards and keys all with electronic signature capture.• Created a digital form for stamp orders and then automated the process so that the orders go directly to the supplier eliminating 5 minutes of manual processing per order.• Introduced the digital upload of closed file information eliminating the need for the manual creation of transmittal sheets, reducing the process by 30 minutes… Show more Key accomplishments:• Leveraged existing software to digitalize proof of delivery records, security cards and keys all with electronic signature capture.• Created a digital form for stamp orders and then automated the process so that the orders go directly to the supplier eliminating 5 minutes of manual processing per order.• Introduced the digital upload of closed file information eliminating the need for the manual creation of transmittal sheets, reducing the process by 30 minutes per submission.• Created a digital and automated courier request process that reduced this administrative task by half, saving over 40 hours in a year.• Used Artificial Intelligence tools to identify Service Reports sent by email and file them according to vendor, date and location.• Designed a digital form for the recording of all Occupation, Health & Safety inspections. The design includes a dashboard generated from the information in the inspections to satisfy quarterly reporting and oversight requirements.• Constructed a work order/ticketing system for all facility requests. This system automatically assigns the ticket to the responsible individual and sends a confirmation mail to the requestor. This replaced a system that cost $1400 per month.• Created a Departmental Chat Bot to respond to frequently asked questions. Show less

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Administration• Support the Office Manager in planning, measuring, budgeting and reporting for the Region.• Support regional operational decisions and proactively look for opportunities for improvement.• Lead the regional procurement of goods and services following CMHC’s procurement policies.• Provide effective and efficient services to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and offer solutions and recommendations in resolving unforeseen issues.• Lead and promote a team… Show more Administration• Support the Office Manager in planning, measuring, budgeting and reporting for the Region.• Support regional operational decisions and proactively look for opportunities for improvement.• Lead the regional procurement of goods and services following CMHC’s procurement policies.• Provide effective and efficient services to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and offer solutions and recommendations in resolving unforeseen issues.• Lead and promote a team environment that works collaboratively to meet objectives.• Communicate information to regional staff on administrative matters.• Contributes to the continuous improvement and development of office procedures as required.Facilities Management• Manage the region's facilities by liaising with property management to ensure that general building maintenance issues such as light replacement, property maintenance, and HVAC repairs for over 80,000 SF of office space.• Manage activities such as cleaning services, parking space allocation, waste disposal and recycling program.• Plan, coordinate and execute facility management projects including office moves.IT• Liaise with the regional I&T service provider on staff moves, inventory control, and regional projects.• Coordinate hardware upgrades with the national network and telecommunications teams.• Participated in the testing and development of new systems such as SharePoint, ServiceNow for Facilities and Rooms 4U. Health & Safety, Business Continuity• Conduct Workplace Inspections, report and remedy all deficiencies.• Act as co-chair to the regional health and safety committee.• Perform accident investigations.• Identify and promote Health and Safety initiatives in the Region.• Update and post all policies, procedures and evacuation plans.• Support the BCP Coordinator in operationally supporting the Regional BCP.• Ensure the readiness of Administrative Services in business continuity planning and reporting. Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

• Managed and co-ordinated work assignments of up to 15 employees providing administrative and support functions in mailroom operations, shipping and receiving, reception, purchasing, document management, graphic design and print services.• Conducted annual performance reviews with employees and provided informal feedback and coaching as required.• Created and maintained a culture of safety through the administration of the Safety Management System.• Established a Business… Show more • Managed and co-ordinated work assignments of up to 15 employees providing administrative and support functions in mailroom operations, shipping and receiving, reception, purchasing, document management, graphic design and print services.• Conducted annual performance reviews with employees and provided informal feedback and coaching as required.• Created and maintained a culture of safety through the administration of the Safety Management System.• Established a Business Continuity Plan which was successfully implemented during the Calgary Flood of 2013.• P&L responsibility for budgeting, strategic planning, sales, process improvement, cost and inventory controls up to $1 million annually. • Implemented growth strategies to increase revenue from 50 to 100% and cost reduction plans of 5 to 10% as a percentage of revenue.• Management of assets in excess of $500,000.• Reported financial and forecasts to senior management on a weekly basis. • Responsible for reporting KPI matrices to the Contract Administrator on a monthly basis, customer satisfaction and retention. Success in this area resulted in securing two uncontested contract renewals.• Managed all accounting functions including invoicing and collections. Sites I managed saw the reduction of outstanding receivables from 120 days to 30 days Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

• Planned, organized and supervised 15 employees in the Administration department who provided mailroom, reception, switchboard, hospitality and copy room services to the firm.• Coordinated all Mailroom functions such as courier packages, incoming and outgoing mail, interoffice mail distribution, office supply ordering and tracking, and distribution of mail.• Oversaw general building maintenance such as lighting replacement, property maintenance, lock repairs and HVAC repairs for over… Show more • Planned, organized and supervised 15 employees in the Administration department who provided mailroom, reception, switchboard, hospitality and copy room services to the firm.• Coordinated all Mailroom functions such as courier packages, incoming and outgoing mail, interoffice mail distribution, office supply ordering and tracking, and distribution of mail.• Oversaw general building maintenance such as lighting replacement, property maintenance, lock repairs and HVAC repairs for over 100,000 SF of office space• Oversaw all general ongoing cleaning including carpet, furniture, and washrooms• Purchasing of stationery and office supplies.• Responsible for the security and safety of the firm.• Coordination of office moves.• Managing floor renovations.• Access card management. Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

• Created and issued PO's, validated and processed invoices for stationery and office supplies.• Oversaw general building maintenance such as lighting replacement, property maintenance, lock repairs and HVAC repairs.• Oversaw all general ongoing cleaning including carpet, furniture, and washrooms for over 50,000 SF of office space.• Managed work orders for the repair of office furniture and equipment.• Planning and supervising office moves• Developed the yearly operations… Show more • Created and issued PO's, validated and processed invoices for stationery and office supplies.• Oversaw general building maintenance such as lighting replacement, property maintenance, lock repairs and HVAC repairs.• Oversaw all general ongoing cleaning including carpet, furniture, and washrooms for over 50,000 SF of office space.• Managed work orders for the repair of office furniture and equipment.• Planning and supervising office moves• Developed the yearly operations budget for the Office Services Department.• Filed documents with the Court of Queen's Bench and the Alberta Court of Appeals on an emergency basis.• Conducted the RFP process and monitored all vendor contracts relating to maintenance and services for the firm such as cleaning, coffee/water supplies, equipment repair, and office supplies. Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

• Purchased all food, beverage, liquor and paper products for the Concessions Department.• Supervised 3 kitchen prep workers, 2 technicians and 6 warehouse personnel.• Inventory control and variance reporting.• Responsible for maintaining all beer and beverage dispensing systems in good working order.

Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), History