Stephen O’Hearn CSC
Project Manager
RED HILL,ACT
Summary
Former Submarine Commanding Officer, now with 20+ years of experience in managing complex projects from initiation to completion. Proven ability to maintain the big picture, lead teams, manage budgets, manage risk and remain focused on the delivery of capability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
SEA1180 Offshore Patrol Vessel
Canberra
03.2016 - 03.2025
- I had the opportunity to be a member of a team and saw a ship building project go through multiple phases of the Capability Life Cycle.
- I was actively engaged in a wide range of planned activities and emergent issues impacting execution within a compressed schedule. These were primarily commercial and requirements related spanning tender evaluation through to ship acceptance.
- I also managed the contract for the production of 29 sea boats which included getting them certified with AMSA.
- I learned a great deal in this position, and had the privilege to sail on the ship's maiden voyage. My focus is always on the delivery of the capability.
Project Director (Capability Development)
Department of Defence
Canberra
02.2012 - 02.2016
- Project Director for the Collins Projects in the Capability Development Group. All projects for Government consideration were presented on time. Projects included Integrated Ship Control Monitoring and Management System; Submarine Escape and Rescue Capability; Communications and Electronic Warfare Improvement Program and Sonar Capability Assurance Program.
Project Manager – Replacement Combat System
Department of Defence
Canberra
02.2007 - 04.2010
- Project Manager for the Submarine Replacement Combat System acquired by SEA 1439 Phase 4A.
- Managed all project activities leading up to Operational Release by Chief of Navy.
- Established financial base for long term continuation of Combat System upgrades.
- Awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross in 2010 in recognition of this work.
Deputy Project Manager
Department of Defence
Washington DC
08.2004 - 02.2007
- Deputy Project Manager in Washington DC for the Joint Project Office with the US for the acquisition of the AN/BYG 1 Submarine Combat System.
- Responsible for establishing the Joint Project Office and executing an MoU between both countries for Combat System development.
- Was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by the US in recognition of this work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Philosophy
University of Tasmania
TAS07-2013
Diploma of Project Management -
Institute of Management
07-2013
Masters of Engineering Science -
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW05-2010
Certified Practicing Project Director -
Australian Institute of Project Management
09-2009
Advanced Diploma in Small Ship Operations -
Royal Australian Navy
01-1995
Submarine Commanding Officer's Qualifying Course - Perisher
Royal Navy
11-1993
Skills
- Project management
- Baseline management
- Configuration control
- Risk management
- Commercial management
- Procurement and funding approval
- Stakeholder engagement
- Contract negotiation
- Budget Development
- Capability development
- Purchasing and procurement
- Strategic briefs and submissions
- International relationship developing
Affiliations
- Member of Guild of Rocking Horse Makers (2003)
- Beekeeping
- Company Secretary for a charity (Hopebox Australia)
- Long Distance Hiking
- Welding
Timeline
Project Manager
SEA1180 Offshore Patrol Vessel
03.2016 - 03.2025
Project Director (Capability Development)
Department of Defence
02.2012 - 02.2016
Project Manager – Replacement Combat System
Department of Defence
02.2007 - 04.2010
Deputy Project Manager
Department of Defence
08.2004 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Arts - History And Philosophy
University of Tasmania
Diploma of Project Management -
Institute of Management
Masters of Engineering Science -
University of New South Wales
Certified Practicing Project Director -
Australian Institute of Project Management
Advanced Diploma in Small Ship Operations -
Royal Australian Navy
Submarine Commanding Officer's Qualifying Course - Perisher
Royal Navy
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