Project Management General Manager

Lee Gullekson

**** *** *** **********, ******* T*C 1L5

780-***-**** **********@*****.***

Lee Gullekson Curriculum Vitae

CAREER SUMMARY

Accomplished and results-driven leader with over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, specializing in project management, operations, and safety. Recognized with multiple Awards of Excellence for leading high-performance teams and managing significant budgets. Demonstrates a proven track record in driving strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Adept at implementing operational excellence and optimizing organizational efficiency. Ready to contribute valuable leadership and managerial skills in various roles.

S K I L L S

Project Planning and Enablement

Planning and Execution

Financial Management and Budgeting

Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

Team Development and Leadership

Operational Excellence and Process Improvement

PR OFE S S I O N A L EX P E R I E N C E

Dynamic Team Building Skills

Strong Time Management

Demand and Requirement Analysis

Astute Business Management

Forecasting Multi-Million Dollar Budgets

Account Management

Chief Executive Operator: Gullekson Incorporated Canada 2018 – Current

Directed consulting, inspection, and logistical services for natural gas and oil projects, including air monitoring and emissions measurement, ensuring environmental compliance and operational efficiency.

Delivered comprehensive security services, safeguarding assets and maintaining operational integrity. Key Accomplishments:

Elevated overall project execution and resource management, driving a 45% increase in operational efficiency and yielding a 65% rise in net earnings for the capital budget.

Achieved full regulatory compliance for natural gas and oil projects, successfully passing all environmental audits without any violations.

Implemented comprehensive security measures that reduced asset loss incidents by 150%. Strategic Leader: ATCO Transmission & Distribution Alberta 1996 – 2018

Led a Diverse Team: Directed up to 150 personnel, including engineers, accountants, and safety professionals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Operational Oversight: Managed the largest territorial district in Alberta, ensuring compliance, safety, and operational efficiency.

Financial Stewardship: Oversaw an annual operating budget of $4-8 million and capital projects exceeding $40 million, maintaining less than 1.4% deviation beating all annual KPI's and Metric targets.

Training and Development: Organized and led annual training conferences, developed comprehensive tutorials, and mentored new employees through structured programs.

Safety Leadership: Implemented rigorous safety protocols, achieving a zero-incident record and leading multiple committees to ensure high performance on audits. Key Accomplishments:

Successfully directed personnel, fostering alignment with organizational goals and achieving high-performance outcomes.

Consistently recognized for exceptional leadership, receiving the Award of Excellence twice, maintaining a top percentile position among ATCO's leadership group for five consecutive years by surpassing organizational targets.

Maintained a zero-incident safety record by implementing rigorous safety protocols while on multiple committees, ensuring a culture of safety excellence.

Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders, including First Nations, military bases, and local governments, contributing to enhanced community and corporate partnerships. Lee Gullekson

5201 45B Avenue Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1L5

780-***-**** **********@*****.***

Lee Gullekson Curriculum Vitae

PRIOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Driller: Arrow Drilling Canada, Alberta 1994 - 1998

Led safety protocols and inspections

Optimized equipment performance through regular maintenance and proactive issue resolution

Managed inventory and logistics for drilling supplies, ensuring operational efficiency.

Trained new crew members in safety standards and operational procedures, enhancing overall team competency. Key Accomplishments:

Zero-incident safety record.

Advanced quickly from Day Lease Hand to Driller, demonstrating strong work ethic, leadership capabilities and the ability to think on my feet.

Designed and implemented new safety protocols that became standard practice across other teams, further enhancing safety culture.

Developed and led comprehensive training programs for new hires, significantly improving team performance and cohesion.

General Manager: Willy’s Holdings Alberta 1992 - 2004

Directed end-of-day financial processes, ensuring accuracy, including lottery machine oversight.

Maintained readiness and efficiency in kitchen prep and convenience store operations across all sites.

Oversaw staffing across multiple locations, ensuring optimal coverage and team performance. Key Accomplishments:

Drove a 20% increase in revenue across multiple locations through strategic planning and innovative marketing initiatives.

Reduced operational costs by 15% through process improvements and efficient resource management.

Built and led a high-performing team, resulting in a 30% improvement in employee retention and satisfaction.

Achieved a 25% increase in customer satisfaction scores by implementing quality control measures and enhancing service delivery.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Concordia University, Edmonton

(1998-2001)

Class A Gasfitter, NAIT (2012)

Project Management (PMP), NAIT (2014)

Labour Contracts and Disputes, Queen’s Labour

Relations, Calgary (2015)

Aboriginal Awareness, U of C (2014)

Business Accounting and Finance, NAIT (2010)

API 1169, American Petroleum Institute (2019)

NACE LEVEL 1, National Association of Corrosion

Engineers (2019)

Grant MacEwan University (2011-2012)

Leading a Diverse Team

Leading Organizational Change

Strategic Leadership

Supervisor/Motivating Coach

Managing Customer Service

Business Management

Building Teams that Work

Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel

Mastering Public Speaking

You the Leader

V O L U N T E E R I N G & I N T E R E STS

• Strategic Leadership in Community Projects: Fundraised and facilitated the construction of essential community facilities, including spray parks, orphanage homes, and shelters for the homeless.

• Political and Communication Expertise: Held the position of VP of Communication for the Conservative Party, enhancing political engagement and outreach.

• International Humanitarian Efforts: Led Red Cross projects to reunite family’s post-disaster, leveraging Spanish proficiency.

• Youth and Sports Program Leadership: Managed youth groups, established adult sports programs, and implemented fitness initiatives featuring Olympic athletes in Aboriginal communities.

• Executive Board Membership: Served on various boards, including St. Joseph’s Hospital and The Alberta Society of Injured Birds of Prey, advancing to roles such as Treasurer and VP.

• Cultural and Community Collaboration: Partnered with Aboriginal elders on cultural events and fundraised for the Ukrainian community by organizing cultural exchange programs.

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