Steve Douville

Experience

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  Colorado State University

  Apr 2000 - Nov 2001

  Senior Archaeologist

  - Worked for the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands, conducting the archaeological survey of the military installations of Fort Drum, NY, USA.- Supervised teams of 5 to 20 archaeologists.- Under contract with the US Department of Defense, worked in sensitive areas alongside the US military.

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  Landsong Heritage Consulting

  Jul 2002 - Apr 2005

  Archaeologist / Project Manager

  - Directed archaeological assessments, traditional land use assessments and ecological knowledge studies, on future developments of our corporate clients from the oil and gas, forestry and mining industries, and the Ministry of Transportation.- Led teams of archaeologists and indigenous peoples representatives during field assessments.- Coordinated the logistics for the field portion of the projects.- Designed GIS and digital maps for technical project reports.- Authored numerous project reports submitted to the British Columbia government - Held British Columbia Heritage Inspection Permits, recognizing the knowledge and ability to conduct archaeological and cultural heritage research. Show less

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  I.R. Wilson Consultants (now Stantec Inc.)

  May 2005 - Apr 2006

  Archaeologist / Project Manager

  - Directed archaeological assessments, traditional land use assessments and ecological knowledge studies, on future developments of corporate clients from the oil and gas, forestry and mining industries, and the Ministry of Transportation.- Led teams of archaeologists and indigenous peoples representatives during field assessments.- Coordinated the logistics for the field portion of the projects.- Wrote and prepared project reports submitted to the BC government.

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  阿斯顿教育集团

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2016

  HR Management - Managed a team of HR professionals overseeing recruitment, employee relations, staff development, compensation and benefits, performance management, contracts, conflict resolution and grievances, for a 2,000+ employees multinational organization.Executive Management - As a member of the Executive Management Team, was instrumental in the overall strategic planning for the organization. - Regularly advised the CEO and board members on a wide range of issues including corporate strategies, business opportunities, human resources, company and government policies, change management, organizational development, and on the different programs we offered.Employee Relations and Engagement- Organized several initiatives to promote employees engagement including company-wide online corporate events, team building activities, monthly newsletter. Recruitment- Oversaw the international recruitment department responsible for hiring employees from around the world, and the domestic recruitment team in charge of filling managerial and administrative positions occupied by Chinese nationals. - Designed and implemented an applicants tracking system that increased the productivity of the department, while reducing the overall recruitment cost. - Participated in the interview panel for several senior positions including CFO, department heads, and Regional Director.Policy Development- Developed and analysed numerous company policies, processes and procedures. - Analysed several government policies and regulations and their effect on the organization. Staff Development and Performance Management- Coordinated the development of a training program for all departments of the organization, and of an e-learning platform, based on needs analysis. - Standardized the staff appraisal program, and designed many KPI for diverse positions. - Developed and delivered several training seminars in management, leadership, and emotional intelligence. Show less Mergers and Acquisitions- Explored merger, acquisition, and partnership opportunities in Asia and worldwide. - Conducted due diligence on potential acquisitions.Business Management- Managed the operations, finances, HR, and assets of all previously acquired businesses and new acquisitions. - Standardized the operations of all business units within the division to integrate them within our business model. - Explored and implemented new ways to generate revenue, and to increase the profit margin of all locations.Strategic Planning- Participated in the overall strategic planning for the organization. - Advised, and made recommendations to, the CEO, President and COO on various issues including business opportunities, company and government policies, HR, change management, organizational development, and on the different programs we offered. - Planned the business strategy for each center within the division, and future expansion plans for new locations or relocation to new premises. Team Management- Directed a highly performing team of Regional Directors and of cross-functional staff providing supervision and support to all centers within the division. Show less Business Management- Managed the operations, finances, HR, assets, and the educational and cultural programs of a multinational organization for their operations in south and west Asia. - Directed a highly performing team of Regional Directors and cross-functional staff providing supervision, support and training to the managers and staff of all centers within the division for their daily operations, marketing and sales strategy, HR, finance, customer care, scheduling, procurement, and various management issues.- Planned the start-up of new locations, including market research, contracts negotiation, decoration budgets, long term P&L forecasting, and recruitment.Strategic Planning- Participated in the overall strategic planning for the organization. - Member of the Board of Directors for the Vietnam operations. - Advised, and made recommendations to, the CEO, President and COO on various issues including business opportunities, company and government policies, HR, change management, organizational development, SOP, and on the different programs we offered. - Planned the business strategy for each center within the division, and future expansion plans for new locations or relocation to new premises. Finance Management- Supervised the overall budgeting process, trained/coached Regional Directors and local managers in effective budgeting and pricing strategy, and reviewed/approved the operational and CapEx budgets for all locations and for the division. -Reviewed and analysed the cash flow projection and monthly financial reports for each center. - Participated in monthly financial meetings with the CEO, CFO and COO to review and analyse the finances of each center, of the division, and of the company. Project Management- Directed several projects, including a management and leadership training program, the yearly update of the company’s operational manuals, the development of a monthly newsletter, the redesign of a customer management system. Show less Business Management- Managed the operations, finances, HR, and assets of more than 30 learning centers in China, and the educational and cultural programs they offered. - Directed a highly performing cross-functional team providing supervision, support and training to managers and staff of the centers within the division for their daily operations, marketing strategy, HR, finance, customer care, scheduling, procurement, and various management issues.- Managed the start-up of many new business locations, and relocation to new premises.Strategic Planning- Participated in the overall strategic planning for the organization. - Advised, and made recommendations to, the CEO, President and Executive VP on various issues including business opportunities, company and government policies, HR, change management, organizational development, and on the different programs we offered. - Supervised the development of business plans for each center within the division, and reviewed/approved all plans prior to their implementation. Budgeting and Cash Flow Analysis- Supervised the overall budgeting process, trained/coached the Regional Directors and local managers in effective budgeting and pricing strategy, and reviewed/approved the annual budget for all locations within the division. - Reviewed and analysed the cash flow projection and monthly financial reports for each center. - Participated in monthly financial meetings with the CEO, CFO and Executive VP to review and analyse the finances of each center, of the division, and of the company.Project Management- Directed several projects, including a new management and leadership training program, the development of the company’s operational manuals, the development of a monthly newsletter, and a new company-wide reporting system that increased information collection from all locations and the level of support provided to local managers by senior functional managers. Show less

  • Senior Vice President of Human Resources

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  • Vice President of Business Development

    Oct 2012 - Jan 2014

  • Associate Vice President of Operations - South and West Asia

    Feb 2011 - Oct 2012

  • Deputy Regional Director of Operations - West China

    Nov 2007 - Feb 2011
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  Oxford Associates

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Training Specialist

  - Delivered training seminars for corporate executives and managers. These included sessions on leadership, management, emotional intelligence, and soft skills such as effective communication, time management, conflict management, change management, coaching and mentoring, and the notions of vision, values and ethics in leadership.

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  University of Ottawa

  Jan 2019 - Aug 2021

  Operations Manager

  • Direct oversight over the management of financial, human and material resources, procurement, and IT projects for the Department of Family Medicine.• Led the implementation of the Microsoft Dynamics Business Central ERP, and streamlined the financial processes for more efficiency and accurate reporting.• Prepared the annual departmental budget, and managed the day-to-day financial operations.• Led the development of SOPs for all functional positions in the department.

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  Cégep de l'Outaouais

  Jun 2022 - now

  Directeur de la formation continue et du service aux entreprises