Expert Details
Applied Geomatics, Spatial Data Infrastructure, GIS Strategic Planning, Feasibility Studies
ID: 730209
Canada
Education
Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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Year: 1969 | Degree: BSc | Subject: Surveying Engineering | Institution: University of New Brunswick |
Year: 1967 | Degree: BS | Subject: Engineering | Institution: Mount Allison University |
Work History
Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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Years: 2011 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Undisclosed | Department: GIS & Business Consulting |
Responsibilities:He is managing a team of GIS professionals in the implementation of an enterprise GIS installation including the development of web based geospatial business applications. He provides strategic direction for the long term planning and delivery of current technology while accommodating future trends. |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2004 to 2008 | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Principal | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He conducted business development activities for a Canadian Environmental Company [subsequently acquired by AECOM] and was the local contact point for project delivery. He also assisted the development of a ME office for the Ontario government and participated in trade shows and meetings for incoming trade missions from Canada |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2001 to 2004 | Employer: DBM Computers (Abu Dhabi, UAE) | Title: Undisclosed | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He was responsible for day to day operations and development of GIS related business opportunities. He managed a major GIS data conversion project for a municipal utility and conducted feasibility studies for GIS implementations in the municipal government sector |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2000 to 2001 | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: VP Operations | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He was responsible for operations of a GIS services company and the development of international business opportunities |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 1988 to 2000 | Employer: Linnet Geomatics International | Title: Undisclosed | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He was responsible for the operation of a team of engineers and technologists for the development of spatial data acquisition programs associated with a major provincial land information system. He conceived and implemented innovative digital mapping products as well as participating in the design of GIS applications for the forestry and agricultural sector. He also managed several international projects in the field of GIS. |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 1984 to 1988 | Employer: Northwest Survey Group | Title: Undisclosed | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He was responsible for the daily operations of a major surveying and mapping company. Duties included project management, business development, innovation of digital mapping systems and staff development |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 1980 to 1984 | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Principal | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He initiated and managed a consulting practice in the field of Geomatics and GIS. |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 1976 to 1980 | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Manager Mapping | Department: Undisclosed |
Responsibilities:He managed the staff of the resource mapping department and innovated the change of production technology to modernize the process for developing the mapping products required for the departmental activities |
Government Experience
Years | Agency | Role | Description |
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Years: 1976 to 1980 | Agency: Alberta Canada | Role: Manager Mapping | Description: He was the manager for the mapping function of the department of natural resources |
Years: 1973 to 1976 | Agency: Council of Maritime Premiers | Role: Manager Mapping | Description: He managed the staff and contractors involved in a 3 province surveying and mapping program |
Years: 1969 to 1973 | Agency: Province of Nova Scotia | Role: Manager Mapping | Description: He managed the staff responsible for delivery of resource mapping products |
International Experience
Years | Country / Region | Summary |
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Years: 2002 to Present | Country / Region: United Arab Emirates | Summary: He has been active in the GIS/Environmental sector for ten years doing various projects and consulting assignments |
Years: 2003 to 2003 | Country / Region: Saudi Arabia | Summary: He undertook a GIS feasibility study for the Riyadh Municipality |
Years: 1993 to 1994 | Country / Region: Russia | Summary: He managed a modernization project for the Ryazan Municipality and the Russian Department of Carography |
Years: 1990 to 1990 | Country / Region: Egypt | Summary: He advised on using GIS technology for an irrigation modernization project |
Years: 1989 to 1989 | Country / Region: Kenya | Summary: He advised on the GIS applications for the Kenya National parks Service and for a vehicle tracking system |
Career Accomplishments
Associations / Societies |
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Past President of the Geomatics Industry Assocation of Canada. |
Licenses / Certifications |
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Registered as a Professional Engineer in Manitoba Canada |
Additional Experience
Training / Seminars |
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He has presented at international, national and local conferences on various subjects and project experiences |
Vendor Selection |
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He prepared technical specifications, issued RFPs and managed contracts for the acquisition of spatial data such as Aerial Photography, survey control, photogrammetric mapping, orthophoto production, etc. |
Marketing Experience |
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He served as president of the Geomatics Industry Association of Canada and was instrumental in leading the development of an international projects group focused on business opportunities outside of Canada |
Other Relevant Experience |
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He has extensive experience in managing technical teams and developing innovative approaches for applied GIS |
Language Skills
Language | Proficiency |
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English | native speaker |
Spanish | He is marginally proficient |
Fields of Expertise
geographic information system, project management, system analysis, micro irrigation, land mapping, digital mapping, environmental compliance, aerial photogrammetry, aerial mapping, information system modeling, environmental data, contract bid evaluation, feasibility study, information system high level architecture, aerial-photograph interpretation, photogrammetry, environmental engineering