Michael Patterson C.E.T., PMP

Director, Project Management Office @ Arnett & Burgess Energy Services

About

Strategic and results-driven Director of Project Management with over 20 years of cross-industry experience spanning energy, engineering, manufacturing, and real estate. I have a proven track record of leading enterprise-wide project management transformations, building high-performing teams, and delivering complex, multimillion-dollar projects on time and within budget. Recognized for fostering a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, I am adept at aligning project execution with corporate strategy to drive sustainable growth and stakeholder value. Career Highlights --> Established a Quality Management System and obtained ISO 9001 certification. --> Trained and mentored 15+ project management professionals --> Successfully executed construction projects from $1M to $40M with varying pricing model types --> PMO build-out and transformation, including project management standards, training programs, and enterprise systems. --> Deep specialization in project controls: budgeting, forecasting, earned value, change management, and commercial compliance. In parallel, I am the Owner/Operator of a real estate development firm, applying the same project controls mindset to renovation and development projects—driving strong ROI, schedule certainty, and cashflow performance. Best aligned with senior project controls, PMO leadership, or program management roles in energy, industrial, or infrastructure environments where execution certainty and financial control matter.

Country

Canada

City

Lacombe

Industry

Construction

Skill

InEight Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Coordination, MS Project, Primavera P6, Earned Value Management, Configuration Management, Requirements Management, Requirements Analysis, Technical Documentation, Internal Audit, Security Clearance, CMMI, Project Management, SharePoint, Management, Project Control, Quality Assurance, Oil & Gas, Analysis

Experience

Director, Project Management Office

Arnett & Burgess Energy Services

2024-3 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

Blackfalds, Alberta, Canada

I play a pivotal role in orchestrating the effective planning, execution, and delivery of projects by standardizing our best practices, promoting operational consistency and implementing thorough project management and controls methodologies.

Manager, Project Management Office

Arnett & Burgess Energy Services

2014-11 - 2024-3 · 9 yrs 5 mos

Blackfalds, Alberta

Responsible for the implementation and management of a company wide cultural shift in how oilfield construction projects are managed and executed. Objective is the development, training and implementation of project management policies and procedures that address each project area; Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, Close out.

Project Manager

Arnett & Burgess Energy Services

2013-9 - 2014-11 · 1 yr 3 mos

Blackfalds, Alberta

Responsible for providing the overall on-site technical administrative management for mid-sized pipeline construction projects. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the development and implementation of a project strategy that meets the requirements for performance, schedule and profitability. This includes responsibility for scope, schedule, cost management, change management, contract management and procurement

Owner/Operator

Sprucegate Properties

2018-10 - Present · 8 yrs

Sprucegate Properties is a professional, full service real estate solutions firm that buys, fixes, sells and rents properties. We specialize in buying distressed homes to renovate, resell, or rent. By focusing on areas in need of repair rather than new development, we are contributing to the economic rejuvenation of the surrounding neighborhoods.

President/Project Consultant

P2C Projects Inc.

2012-1 - 2014-12 · 3 yrs

Alberta, Canada

P2C Projects Inc. specializes in project management, planning/scheduling, and project controls. Key offerings include; project reporting, cost/schedule maintenance and analysis, generation of project plans and project management training.

Project Controls

Vista Projects

2012-5 - 2013-8 · 1 yr 4 mos

Calgary, AB

Responsible for the analysis and maintenance of the projects’ vital attributes. Provides project support to the Project Manager through all stages of project execution, including engineering and design, construction, commissioning and completion. Delivered function support to project team to ensure that the organizational processes and best practices were utilized on all projects.

Project Management Coordinator

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

2008-4 - 2012-4 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Coordinate and manage key program deliverables. Lead project team members under guidance of program manager. Facilitate regular program reviews including; risk, progress, schedule, and cashflow. Develop and maintain project management and execution plans.

Project Planner

Dacro Industries

2007-1 - 2008-8 · 1 yr 8 mos

Edmonton, Canada Area

Initiated and maintained integrated fabrication schedules for the production of large pressure vessels. Responsibilities also included shop resource management and production status reporting.

QA Coordinator

Dacro Industries

2006-9 - 2007-12 · 1 yr 4 mos

Edmonton, Canada Area

Responsible for the maintenance of the corporate quality management system. Key duties included facilitation of internal and external ISO and ASME audits, authoring and revising processes and procedures, execution of NCRs and CAs, and management of the QC tool calibration program.