Program Controls Leader-Local Role Transition Enthusiast

GLENN W. VAN KOOIJK

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Program Controls Leadership, Governance, and Regional Oversight

Strategic Analysis - Portfolio Management - Business Continuity Planning – Product Management, Financial Management and Software engineering

Program Controls and Digital Transformation Executive with 15+ years of experience leading large, complex enterprise and capital programs across multiple industries. Expert in establishing and scaling Program Controls Offices (PCO/EPMO) integrating cost, schedule, risk, and performance management frameworks. Proven ability to align program delivery with strategic objectives, deploy governance structures, and ensure transparency and compliance across multi-partner initiatives. Recognized for building high-performing, cross-functional teams and implementing digital and process transformation strategies that improve performance, reduce risk, and enhance client value.

Adept at navigating governmental, regulatory, and stakeholder landscapes, fostering cross-business alignment, and ensuring delivery excellence for large-scale programs within Pharma, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, and Financial Services.

Directed software development and business continuity initiatives that improved project delivery speed by 30%, leveraging expertise in risk management and system upgrades. Implemented vendor management strategies and IT budget optimization resulting in a 20% cost saving, while leading cross-functional teams in high-stakes environments.

Being a bridge between the different groups and as a natural born servant leader I engage with many groups to tailor the needs of each of them and to the benefit of the overall picture.

I Am a demonstrated leader who can coordinate and manage multiple groups in a fast-paced environment, comfortable managing large complex programs with multi customers/functions and have excellent communication and influencing skills. Accomplished building relationships across an organization and driving change as well as continuous improvement through strong leadership leveraging the ability to build collaborative relationships.

Program Controls Leadership Portfolio Governance Strategic Planning Risk & Performance Management Cost & Schedule Integration Stakeholder Engagement Resource Optimization Governance Frameworks Digital Enablement PMO/EPMO Development Cross-Business Coordination Financial Forecasting & Incentivization Regulatory & Contract Oversight Change Management Executive Reporting & Analytics Continuous Improvement - Resource Allocation Security - Negotiations - Business Intelligence

PMP - PMMI - Six Sigma - PMBOK - PRINCE - Agile - ERP - Aris - Engage – Visio -SAFE -Scrum – E-PMIS

Knowledge, technical excellence and Leadership

Knowledge

deep understanding of program controls principles, including cost, schedule, risk, and performance integration within complex capital and digital programs.

recognized authority in establishing program controls offices and governance frameworks across public and private sectors.

experienced in legislative, compliance, and stakeholder coordination for multi-partner and multi-industry programs.

Technical Excellence

Expert in developing baselines, earned value analysis, and performance dashboards ensuring delivery confidence and executive transparency.

Implements data-driven decision frameworks leveraging tools such as Planview, Primavera, ServiceNow SPM, SAP PLM, Atlassian Suite, Oracle and Accolade.

Drives innovation and continuous improvement in program controls methodologies to enhance efficiency and accountability.

Leadership

proven regional leader managing high-performing program controls and IT teams.

fosters collaboration across technical, operational, and business functions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

committed to mentoring, thought leadership, and establishing organizational centers of excellence for program governance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2Remodel 2 LLC- Houston, TX Jan 2020- to date

Practice Director ENTERPRISE PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT (epmo)

Directed digital transformation projects across Pharma, Banking, and Oil & Gas, enhancing network

infrastructure reliability. Conceptualized and executed customer engagement strategies using advanced platforms, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency.

Regional leader overseeing program controls governance and digital transformation portfolios across the Pharma, Energy, and financial sectors. Designed and deployed Program and Portfolio Control Offices integrating cost, schedule, and risk disciplines, aligning execution with corporate strategy.

Assumed interim leadership to establish digital frameworks, manage large complex organizations through thoughtful leadership and operational structures that bolstered IT security protocols and system upgrades. Launched help desk initiatives improving end-user support efficiency and reducing downtime by 18%.

Directed multi-client EPMO and PCO implementations ensuring cross-functional coordination, consistent governance standards, and enhanced transparency for senior leadership. Led Program Controls frameworks for large and highly regulated programs (Baxter, Freeport LNG, Honeywell, CooperVision, Becton Dickinson), aligning with PMBOK, PRINCE, and AECOM-equivalent standards. Championed cross-business line collaboration, unifying technical, financial, and operational controls to improve delivery predictability by 25%.

Established KPI-driven dashboards and digital reporting to support evidence-based decision-making and risk mitigation across portfolios. Recruited, mentored, and led program controls teams to strengthen delivery discipline and retention, ensuring alignment with strategic outcomes.

Planisware: Created the Business Solution Services framework to complement their professional services capabilities of implementations by expanding it to do business consulting as well.

Baxter: Deployed full EPMO Center of Excellence, including process design, capability model, training, and operations — serving as Interim SVP.

Freeport LNG: Developed and implemented IT Portfolio and Program Controls Framework for CIO; managed technical review board process and risk governance.

Honeywell: Designed global program methodology for multiple business units integrating financial, operational, and risk controls.

Planview, Inc. – Austin, TX 2013 to 2020

SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT/MANAGING CONSULTANT

Partnered with Fortune 500 clients to deploy enterprise program and portfolio controls solutions. Delivered strategic consulting and governance frameworks that advanced visibility, forecasting accuracy, and resource alignment across large-scale programs.

Directed digital transformation projects across Pharma, Banking, and Oil & Gas, enhancing network

infrastructure reliability.

Conceptualized and executed customer engagement strategies using advanced platforms, resulting in

a 15% increase in operational efficiency.

Directed comprehensive EPMO deployments, optimizing software development cycles and ensuring

effective vendor management.

Collaborated with business and IT teams to establish governance models and mitigate risks, improving

project outcomes by 20%.

Assumed interim leadership to establish digital frameworks and operational structures that bolstered

IT security protocols and system upgrades.

Launched help desk initiatives improving end-user support efficiency and reducing downtime by 18%.

. Led multiple engagements globally to deploy Planview tool by means of strategic consulting to resolve C-level needs down to operational needs for complex organizations across verticals

Spearheaded global digital transformation engagements integrating cost, schedule, and risk control systems for clients such as Citigroup, Shell, and Becton Dickinson.

Designed program controls architecture supporting strategic prioritization, earned value management, and KPI alignment with corporate goals.

Provided executive oversight for cross-regional programs, facilitating collaboration and alignment across multi-partner environments.

Drove 20% improvement in program execution performance and 40% in cost containment through modernization of SDLC processes and controls automation.

Dimensys B.V., S’hertogenbosch – The Netherlands 2009 to 2013

PRACTICE MANAGER PMO

Established the PMO practice and formed partnerships with SAP, Primavera, and Planview.

Oversaw international construction programs and incorporated SAP solutions within EPMO frameworks. Upgraded IT systems to enhance global productivity by 10% and reduce redundancies, resulting in €625 million savings. Prepared business units for growth through framework improvements and efficient vendor management. Increased team size from 5 to 50 members and contributed to sales reaching $120 million. Improved IT operational stability through regular system upgrades and support for legacy operating systems.

Modernized systems leading to a 10% rise in global productivity and a reduction of duplicate work by approximately 7%, achieving savings of €625 million.

Established a growth-oriented framework for the business unit with an initial zero-cost team of 5 members using existing contracts. Acquired additional work, grew team to about 50 members and, as of 2013, were generating $120 million in sales.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

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Master of Business Administration -1992-1996 - Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) México City, México

Bachelor Degree, Fishery Biology – 1988-1992 - Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS)

Mazatlán, Sinaloa - México

Biodesign – 2020 - Stanford University - Berkley, California, USA.

Nijenroode Management Certification - Open Text Administration Excellence, SAP PPM and PLM Leadership -SAFE Certification – PMI Certification – PMP – PPM PRO – Six Sigma Black Belt, SAFe 5.2 – Lean Portfolio Management, Foundational Service Now, SPM of Service Now, Strategic Portfolio Management, Planisware, Asana, Leankit, Projectplace, Planview (Portfolio, AW, PP,), Sopheon (Accolade, Ideas, Projects), Primavera, Wrike, Lean IX, Miro, Blue Yonder, AWS Agile Project Management, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement,

Process Reengineering, Platform Implementations, Global Team Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Results-Driven, Financial Services Industry Expertise

LANGUAGES

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●English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French

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