Andy Dawe
Perth,WA
Summary
Seasoned Executive bringing many years of experience in the field and a demonstrated record of success. Versatile and strategic leader with top-notch decision-making and prioritization skills. Looking to take on a challenging new role with an expanding and forward-thinking organization.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Executive
IBM Consulting
11.2020 - Current
- Executed tailored strategies based on client needs, resulting in innovative consulting solutions.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop effective presentations for executive-level meetings.
- Established strong relationships with key partners and vendors to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Drafted comprehensive Statements of Work (SOW) to clarify project parameters for stakeholders.
- Identified expansion opportunities within accounts, enhancing IBM's market presence.
- Managed IBM's 'Future Lab' initiative, integrating 49 interns over 4 years, with 25 becoming graduates with IBM.
Transition Program Director
Woodside
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Managed transition of Infrastructure Managed Services from an offshore service provider to a local one.
- Created Transition Program Plan with clearly defined milestones and deliverables.
- Implemented Transition Program Office structure with appropriate governance and reporting mechanisms.
- Identified all program stakeholders, clarifying their roles and required interactions.
- Acted as representative authority for the Program Sponsor when needed.
- Advised on finalization of Managed Services contract regarding service scope and performance metrics.
- Supervised a team within the Program Office to facilitate smooth transitions.
- Engaged with key stakeholders and program managers for coordinated efforts across related projects.
Delivery Lead
Bankwest
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Oversaw delivery of all initiatives within Digital Workplace Infrastructure Platform.
- Facilitated coaching on agile methodology and Blaze Ways of Working for team members.
- Confirmed all required change management activities were executed during releases.
- Streamlined project delivery to enhance operational performance and increase efficiency.
- Coordinated activities across squads and platforms for effective collaboration.
- Engaged and managed external vendors to ensure scope clarity and timely deliverables.
- Monitored financials associated with initiatives, reporting regularly to Technology Leadership Team.
- Ensured completion of necessary compliance documentation for all projects.
General Manager
PSQ GROUP
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring effective service and project delivery as General Manager at PSQ Group.
- Recruited by founders to facilitate transition towards a medium-sized enterprise model.
- Introduced agile delivery methods, enhancing process structure for projects and services.
- Ensured adherence to SLAs through direct customer engagement and transparent reporting.
- Evaluated and selected upgraded service management tools to improve operational efficiency.
- Managed vendor relations, optimizing third-party supplier contributions to service delivery.
- Directed exploration of AWS or Azure solutions for expanding Hosted Cloud services.
- Established comprehensive reporting strategies for monitoring service delivery performance.
Program Delivery Manager
Bankwest
Perth, WA
04.2017 - 07.2018
Senior Consultant
Horizon Power
Perth, WA
11.2016 - 04.2017
Project Director
Energy Made Clean
Perth, WA
04.2016 - 10.2016
Program Manager
INPEX
Perth, WA
07.2015 - 03.2016
Project Director
Horizon Power
Perth, WA
05.2012 - 06.2015
Engagement Director
ASG Group
Perth, WA
01.2010 - 04.2012
Various roles
Various employers
UK and Australia, UK, NSW, VIC, WA
09.1990 - 12.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - UK
University College of North Wales (UCNW)
UK01.1988
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Program management proficiency
- Vendor and stakeholder engagement
- Leadership of teams
- Reporting to executives
- Management of organizational change
- Client relationship strategies
- Planning for strategic initiatives
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Effective communication techniques
- Negotiation abilities
- Critical thinking skills
- Analysis of sales data
- Execution of strategic objectives
- Negotiation of contracts
Industry Experience
- Utilities
- Renewable Energy
- Finance
- Resources
- Health
- Oil and Gas
- Government
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Client Executive
IBM Consulting
11.2020 - Current
Transition Program Director
Woodside
02.2020 - 04.2020
Delivery Lead
Bankwest
01.2019 - 02.2020
General Manager
PSQ GROUP
08.2018 - 12.2018
Program Delivery Manager
Bankwest
04.2017 - 07.2018
Senior Consultant
Horizon Power
11.2016 - 04.2017
Project Director
Energy Made Clean
04.2016 - 10.2016
Program Manager
INPEX
07.2015 - 03.2016
Project Director
Horizon Power
05.2012 - 06.2015
Engagement Director
ASG Group
01.2010 - 04.2012
Various roles
Various employers
09.1990 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - UK
University College of North Wales (UCNW)