Ben Heys

Leveraging extensive experience and a proven track record in IT Project Management and Operational Finance to provide strategic solutions for finance and operations teams.

• Collaborated with external vendors to secure necessary resources for successful implementation of projects.
• Conducted research into new technologies that could be used to improve efficiency in managing projects.
• Provided guidance on best practices for project management techniques.
• Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.

• Led the development and implementation of a new Project Management solution incorporating a robust digital adoption platform.
• Created a robust training curricula along with the materials including VILT sessions and video learning media.
• Managed cross-functional IT teams and engaged with global stakeholder groups. A testament to the project's success was its seamless delivery to 20,000 users.
• Significantly enhancing project management efficiency and user experience across the organization.

During this period I was responsible for the implementation of the Oracle ERP Projects and Project Management modules. I also delivered a UI for Project Delivery and Finance teams to more effectively interact with the Oracle DB.

I also worked on the integration of several other Enterprise solutions including Workday for HCM, Salesforce for CRM and DocuSign for CLM. Throughout this period I:

• Managed projects and served as primary liaison the multiple internal groups to clarify goals and meet requirements and deadlines.
• Monitored project progress using metrics such as schedule, budget & resource utilization.
• Controlled operational IT budget and expenditures within department parameters.
• Prepared cost and benefit analyses to support decision-making regarding potential solutions.
• Conducted gap analysis between current state processes and desired future state processes.
• Improved processes and procedures to achieve key performance metrics. I established an Enterprise Applications Support team across multiple geographic regions.
• Collaborated with IT teams on the development of applications based on business requirements.

As a Civil Engineer I worked extensively in the UK, Middle East, SE Asia and Australia, on a wide range of major transportation and infrastructure projects, specializing in Project Delivery and Controls.

• Assessed task completion to meet tight project deadlines.
• Delivered consistent support for document controls while reviewing, assessing and providing comments on contract documentation.
• Resolved conflicts between different parties involved in the project through effective communication techniques.
• Investigated new methods of construction technology that could improve efficiency or reduce costs.
• Provided expert testimony to legal authorities and regulatory agencies investigating civil engineering projects and faults.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies needed for projects.