Lou Marks PMP CPPD P2P FAIPM

Experience

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  BAE Systems

  Feb 1986 - Nov 1994

  - Project managed all ILS functions (MIL-STD 1388) on the EuroFighter 2000 project and controlled budgets for the Support Contracts and produced various project status reports along with a short secondment to (career development progression);- Project coordinator - Harrier T Mk 10 Project Office (Project Management of PDS and after market activities) and,- Finance Department (general financial and project accountancy activities). Tornado support for mechanical engineering queries and technical airworthiness notices.

  • Senior ILS Engineering Team Lead

    Feb 1986 - Nov 1994

  • Senior Tornado Mechanical Support Engineer

    Feb 1986 - Nov 1994
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  Rolls Royce Marine

  Dec 1994 - Dec 2000

  Supportability Project Manager

  Achieved commercial business revenue growth (20%) and operations management within six months of operating as virtual business unit. Held Key Customer Accountabilities for all commercial contracts, and managed and operated wide supplier networks for ILS and project management work scope and budgets (value £110M - AUD$225M). Developed business cases, project/support services and logistics management plans.

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  Rolls-Royce Marine

  Dec 1994 - Dec 2000

  Specifically requested by the Customer Logistic Support (CLS) Group Functional Executive for a short-term assignment to conduct an independent business processes and resources audit, resulting in recommended improvements in business performance and operations with strategies for exceeding turn-over/profit targets by 30%. ILS Project Manager; Permanent member of the Prime Contractor Office (PCO) responsible for managing the other PCO Partner's (i.e. TMSL, BDSL, Marconi Marine (NAVED)) ILS and Safety teams.Responsible for project managing the ILS and Safety program resources, executing program requirements, and delivering all program deliverables within program timeframe and budget.Managed and led the Configuration program. Multi-International Program - Responsible for re-initiating the Accessory Vendor Program after the four Nations (UK, Germany, Italy and Spain) governments reviewed the viability of the EuroFighter project (1998). Liaised and interfaced with each partner Nations industries and Air Forces representatives. Established and set-up the management control mechanism for managing the Vendor’s program for the future placement of other ILS contracts on the EJ200 program. Recruited by Rolls Royce & Associates (RRA) to set-up the ILS Department capability, including the implementation of methodology, identification of resources, and training requirements.

  • Business Process and Resource Allocation Project Manager

    Dec 1994 - Dec 2000

  • Sonar Signature Improvement Program - ILS Manager

    Dec 1994 - Dec 2000

  • EJ200 Accessory Vendor Project Manager

    Dec 1994 - Dec 2000

  • Engineering Support Services Business Unit Lead

    Dec 1994 - Dec 2000
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  Ball Aerospace

  Jan 2001 - Mar 2002

  Consultant - Project Manager

  Key Achievements:➢ Appointed as the Ball Aerospace company Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Subject Matter Expert (SME) and developed the company new business development operations processes➢ Orchestrated the identification and development of appropriate business process maps, and successfully implemented effective best commercial practice business management processes and systems required for successful management of the four Business Unit Contractors in the post Market Test environment➢ Established ‘Performance Measurement’ criteria and methodology for effective performance measurement against Contract criteria of each Business Unit Contractor➢ Successfully linked common business processes with PRINCE2 project management methodology➢ Received a ‘Certification of Appreciation’ from the DMO Business Director SRSPO for the development and implementation of business process maps for successful management and execution of the F-111 Support Contract Show less

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  Boeing

  Mar 2002 - Jul 2010

  - Senior Program Manager responsible for managing various ICT development/ C3 and in-service support programs throughout the project lifecycle during design/development and delivery, and in-service support phases. - Supported various bids and proposals. - Managed project governance and implementation of project management best practices including EVM and financial reporting. - Provided ILS and Logistics Support (MIL-STD 1388) management guidance and support. - Developed project management plans, support services management plans, and ILS management plans. Show less Responsible for leading the Contract (Logistics Support) team to achieve cost, schedule and quality requirements as defined by the contract, including the implementation and management of an integrated project schedule to achieve customer requirements. Liaising with the Customer during identification and resolution of issues, and action potential improvements to the Vigilare System and associated support infrastructure. Provided significant contribution in preparation, implementation, monitoring and reporting of project status and metrics to internal and external stakeholders. Book Captain for the Emirates ADGE (EADGE) – Transformation System Proposal –: Logistics Support scope (Documentation, Spares, Maintenance and Logistics Support, System Training, and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) modelling. Show less Responsible for establishing a PMO capability and governance controls and oversight across all programs and projects. Set up, implemented and continuously monitored common project controls/reporting systems for new projects covering initiating planning, executing, controlling and monitoring projects status. Provided advice and guidance on the development of program and project management policies, processes and change management. Conducted business improvement activities identifying and implementing efficiencies strategies and spearheaded process improvements in execution of through life support capabilities.- Proposals Support: Responsible for providing project mgnt support implemented corporate project mgnt governance, and drafted Support Services Mgnt Plans (SSMPs) and Phase-in Plans (PHIPs). - C130-J Hercules Through Life Support (TLS) Contract: Proposal Phase-in Mgr - Land 200 (Land 75/Land 125) Contract: Proposal Mgr & Program Mgr (and ILS Mgr) Show less - Provided leadership in the completion of project deliverables within specified contractual timeframe and allocated budget and quality requirements.- Conducted ongoing project analysis, mitigated “scope-creep”, communicated project status, and identified and resolved project issues and constraints.- Successfully aligned the business planning and financial processes with performance improvement and business risk-management activities.- Implemented performance measurement system (Earned Value Management (EVM)) and project controls substantially improving the integration of quality, operational, and financial information that aligned with financial processes.- Managed OH&S requirements.- Controlled and directed operations and budgets (total group operating budget of AUD $15M) including P&L responsibility.- Managed and led the transition (change management) from the Maritime Communications Group (MCG) to ESG to run future sustainment projects – Project Vigilare and Project HFMP sustainment programs. Show less - Provided leadership and management of a team of 35 logistics and technical publications personnel in completing and delivering all ILS project deliverables within specified contractual timeframe and allocated budget and quality requirements, requiring ongoing project analysis, mitigation of “scope-creep”, communicating project status, and identifying and resolving project issues and constraints, and managing OH&S requirements- Liaised and dealt with the internal functions and operations (stakeholders and supporting staff), and The Boeing Company (U.S), and the Commonwealth of Australia (DMO and SPO personnel) and end users- Responsible for managing work scope total Cost Account value AUD $28M. Show less

  • Senior Program Manager

    Mar 2002 - Jul 2010

  • Vigilare In-Service Support Program Manager

    Mar 2002 - Jul 2010

  • Project Functional Manager

    Mar 2002 - Jul 2010

  • Engineering Sustainment Group (ESG) Program Manager

    Mar 2002 - Jul 2010

  • AEW&C Wedgetail Aircraft Logistics IPT Lead

    Mar 2002 - Jul 2010
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  Institue of Management

  Sept 2010 - Oct 2019

  Head - School of Project Management

  Head of School of Project Management (Institute of Management) – Responsible for championing the provision of high-quality facilitation/training delivery, researching and designing of effective prog/proj mgnt material ensuring a stimulating learning experience adopting real industry practices leading to effective execution of projects. Design, develop and facilitation of national accredited prog/proj mgnt qualification training (Fundamentals, CIV, Dip, and Ad Dip, and Grad Dip levels) and conducting formal qualification assessments. Design, develop and facilitation of soft skills workshops (e.g. stakeholder management, communicating to influence, leadership, building high performing teams, and conflict management).Senior Consultant in Capability Improvement – Responsible for providing program/project management consultancy services to various clients/industries (health; utilities; local, state, and federal governments; defence; RTA; telecommunications) in establishing P3M frameworks including governance structures and controls, developing and delivering program/project management templates, and facilitating familiarisation training in governance structure. Designing and implementing PMO’s/P3O’s and centres of excellence for clients. Conducting P3M3 maturity assessments, identifying areas of improvements with a clear roadmap to achieve the desired maturity goal.Key Achievements:➢ Set-up School of Project Management capability➢ Designed and created program and project management formal qualification courseware, learning materials➢ Recognised as a leading player in the field of program/project management providing topic lectures on the subject➢ Successfully designed and implemented a number of P3M frameworks, governance structures, PMO and P3O organisations for various clients (private industry, government agencies)➢ Successfully identified process improvements for greater efficiencies and effectiveness in the delivery of projects for clients Show less

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  SYSTRA ANZ

  Feb 2020 - now

  Associate Director Program Management- Security Technology & Solutions (STS)

  Defence/Assistant Project Director – L200-2 TCN - Lou’s current role is performing a Assistant Project Director function on the Land 200 Phase 2 TCN (Tactical Communications Network) responsible for the Bearer sub-system and Platform Integration and PMO. This involves in managing the prime contractor L3Harris Corporation Australia (L3HCA) in the development, integration and delivery of the TCN nodes. Managing interfaces and stakeholder engagement between L3HCA and Commonwealth. Participating in relevant management, technical design, and support reviews. Managing the Bearer sub-system and platform integration schedule, TAA/TPR and S&Qs.Principal Consultant - Defence - Lou is responsible for providing program/project management consultancy services to various Defence clients/industries. Generates strong client confidence through his professional manner and approach toward building strong stakeholder relationships; understanding what the client is seeking and providing potential solution options in a pragmatic way.Key Achievements:➢ Implemented project controls process improvements in the Land 200-2 TCN project in monitoring and controlling and reporting➢ Brought a balanced pragmatic contract relationship to the Land200-2 TCN project that has helped repair and strengthen relationships between the CoA and HCA/L3Harris➢ Identified areas within the schedule that has assisted in recovering the project, and help accelerate in some areas➢ Taken ownership and responsibility for the managing TAA/TPR and S&Qs that has made significant progress achievements Show less