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Work History
Education
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Cameron Heckman

Dunkirk,MD

Summary

Talented professional, knowledgeable leader, and dedicated problem solver. Brings 15+ years of Program /Project Management, personnel management, and technical subject matter expertise in the Surface, Special, and Submarine Warfare communities to advance company objectives. Attention to detail with experience in coordinating multiple projects, programs, and process improvements. Looking to secure a challenging Program Manager position where I can grow professionally and contribute to corporate success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Program Manager

Oceaneering International
12.2022 - Current
  • Manage and allocate annual program budget of ~ $15M across six Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) to ensure the effective use of resources for project completion in accordance with company values and guidelines
  • Manage Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure accurate and on-time delivery to customers 100 percent of the time
  • Supervise a diverse team of 17 direct reports and lead daily operations of ~40 subject matter experts, assigning tasking and clearly communicating expectations
  • Regularly collaborate with company Talent Acquisition and Human Resources staff to Interview and hire talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations for employees, identifying strengths and weaknesses while creating targeted development plans to support their growth within the company
  • Oversee daily operations, ensuring prompt resolution of issues and maintaining a high level of service delivery, boosting customer satisfaction
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement, driving change initiatives that resulted in increased efficiency and cost savings
  • Implement risk management strategies, mitigating potential obstacles and ensuring project success
  • Collaborate monthly with a diverse administrative staff and business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure
  • Maintain open communication channels with clients, providing weekly and monthly updates on project status and addressing concerns as they arise
  • Efficiently manage forward and reverse flow of personnel and equipment in support of Program Objectives, both within the U.S. and Internationally, to include operational timelines, travel, procurement and shipping of equipment, and tracking
  • Continuous building of cross-functional relationships in support program objectives to include Technical Exchanges and revision of Standard Operating Procedures for key support staff

Mission Director

Naval Oceanographic Office
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Supervised establishment of program objectives, negotiated resources, provided execution guidance, and evaluated accomplishments to ensure requirements and tasks were met to maximize mission effectiveness and budget adherence
  • Collaborated with Fleet and Intelligence Community partners to align strategic objectives and leverage shared resources
  • Cultivated strategic relationships with key stakeholders in order to secure support for future initiatives
  • Managed risk effectively by conducting thorough assessments during the planning phase, ensuring contingency plans were in place.
  • Managed specialized cadre of 14 operators to measure operational performance; identifying user-system deficiencies, implement corrections, track progress, and generate reports to ensure operational tempo demands are satisfied in accordance with customer and Command expectations
  • Objectively evaluate employee’s performance and write evaluations for merit based performance awards
  • Successfully coordinated international equipment deployment and recovery, requiring accurate and precise communication in high-pressure situations
  • Streamlined Fleet communication through improved Weekly Intentions Messaging and Situation/Casualty Reporting of theater activity
  • Enhanced mission success rates by implementing innovative planning and strategy development processes through publication of multiple Concept of Operations documents for Undersea Operations
  • Developed a comprehensive training program, resulting in a highly skilled and prepared workforce, increasing customer satisfaction and confidence
  • Promoted transparency by daily and weekly reporting on mission status, progress, and challenges to operational team and stakeholders
  • Managed multiple, program specific, Research & Development initiatives with geographically distributed teams of Engineers and Vehicle Operators to push undersea technology to its physical limit in support of program objectives

Oceanographer /Technical Project Manager

Naval Oceanographic Office
11.2008 - 11.2020
  • Managed resource allocation of ~$6M across multiple projects with Naval Research Laboratories (NRL), Navy/Marine Corps Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (TENCAP), and multiple Government Contracts simultaneously to include initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and transition of advanced technology into operations
  • Ensured manpower fulfillment, accurate production timelines, and seamless support to customers and other analysts through timely and accurate transfer of information between employees and management
  • Successfully transitioned 4 high-profile projects from initiation to closure across multiple DoD components which revolutionized battlespace preperation
  • Adjudicated requirements, managed tasking, timelines, dissemination requirements, analyzed and investigated collection performance, and advised management in support of strategic goals
  • Coordinated with U.S. Fleet Oceanographers and Component Commanders to compile, refine and articulate long-range and other emergent requirements based on Chief of Naval Operations priorities
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders in Government, Industry, and Academia, resulting in successful collaboration and access to previously un-available resources
  • Managed Departmental resourcing for Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Reserve Activity (NMORA) 0282 to include funding, scheduling, training, and production requirements
  • Conducted multiple Survey Operations (SURVOP) in support of Department of Defense and Intelligence Community objectives to include navigational charting, Acoustic Modeling & Simulation, Autonomous Underwater Vehicles, and sensor performance standards to include mission planning, and pre/post processing of navigational, oceanographic and bathymetric data
  • Served as senior technical lead, maintaining extensive subject matter expertise in Oceanographic and Geographic Information Systems data collection & exploitation to ensure the highest quality deliverables

Education

Master of Arts - National Security And Strategic Studies

U.S. Naval War College
Newport, RI

Master of Science - Oceanography

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Bachelor of Science - Geology

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Skills

  • Personnel Supervision
  • Project Management
  • Scope Definition
  • Technical Expertise
  • Client Relations
  • Change Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Risk Assessment
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Management
  • Decision Making
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Letter of Commendation for Superior Service (x2), Unmanned Sensor Operations Center, Aaron Ranson, Senior Director, National Security Integration Office, Department of the Navy
  • Letter of Commendation for Superior Service , Advanced Naval Technology Exercise, Captain Mike Coughlin, Commanding Officer, Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Newport, RI (2019)
  • Letter of Commendation for Superior Service , Advanced Naval Technology Exercise, Rear Admiral John Okon, Commanding Officer, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, Stennis Space Center, MS (2019)
  • Letter of Commendation for Superior Service, Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School (NAVSCIATTS) (2018, 2019, 2020)
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Superior Service, Director, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (2016)
  • Letter of Commendation for Superior Service, Major General Toolan, II Marine Expeditionary Force in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (2012)

Affiliations

  • Graduate School USA, Executive Leadership Program Graduate, (2021 – 2022)
  • 8-week Joint Duty Assignment to Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, (2021)
  • Commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, Executive Leadership Program Graduate, (2021 - 2022)
  • Oceanic Engineering Society (OES), Co-Founder & Vice Chairperson, USM Branch Chapter
  • The Geological Society of America (GSA), Member
  • Marine Technology Society (MTS), Member & Cross-Organization Liaison
  • The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Member
  • International Hydrographic Management and Engineering Program (IHMEP) Sponsor, (2012, 2013)
  • University of Southern Mississippi Rugby Team, (2005 – 2007)

Certification

  • PMI Project Management Professional (PMP), expected summer 2024
  • Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI DCID 6/4 granted 2010
  • Counter- Intelligence Scope Polygraph (CSP), 2021
  • Knowledge of US Government Contract Comprehension including FAR/DFAR
  • Expert Knowledge of Unix/Linux, Windows, and Macintosh operating environments
  • Expert Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
  • Knowledge of MS Project & MS Visio


Timeline

Deputy Program Manager

Oceaneering International
12.2022 - Current

Mission Director

Naval Oceanographic Office
11.2020 - 12.2022

Oceanographer /Technical Project Manager

Naval Oceanographic Office
11.2008 - 11.2020

Master of Arts - National Security And Strategic Studies

U.S. Naval War College

Master of Science - Oceanography

University of Southern Mississippi

Bachelor of Science - Geology

University of Southern Mississippi

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