David Orr
Global Strategic Projects Manager @Devro Plc
Signup · Get unlimited contacts
WORK HISTORY
Global Strategic Projects Manager @Devro Plc
Recent projects- Dryer modification for optimization. Capex of £4.5 Mn delivered over a 14-month timescale. This involved the redesign of the AHU resulting in a 90% capacity improvement within the same floor footprint- Upgrade and relocation of Film production system. Capex of £3.75 Mn over a 10-month period. Relocate an aging process line to Czech Rep. and upgrade automation to increase capacity by 40%- Installation of automated Gel system. Capex of £4 Mn and completed in 12 months. Development and installation of automated system replacing existing manual system. Resulted in improved food hygiene process and labour reduction.The primary focus of this position is to manage and execute business investments to support the key strategic direction of the board. This includes additional capacity, improvements of process efficiency, development of new technology \\ process, etc. Preparation, submission and discussion of Capex documents and budgets with the board explaining, in simpler terms, the benefits, risks, methodology and timeline.With project capex ranging from £4Mn to £12Mn annually there is a significant responsibility to ensure success both financially and on time. Working closely with financial, procurement, HR and engineering resources, the execution of the plan is closely monitored. Reporting to the Stakeholders through regular meetings and written reports updating them on, progress, issues and mitigation, timeline and budget is a significant demand. Working remotely and at site across a global company in is important to project the importance of the activities being undertaken and promote our Core Values (caring, curious, committed, connected and courageous) listening to ideas, concerns, and questions at all levels taking these into account in direction. Projection of the ‘One Devro’ mentality in all I do.
EDUCATION
The Open University
Professional Certificate in Management, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of the West of Scotland
B.Eng, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Distance Learning
CCNA, Cisco Netwroking
SKILLS
ABOUT DAVID ORR
An experienced Engineering/Project Manager with a proven track record in engineering technology, personnel development and delivering projects on time and in budget. An excellent communicator with a hands on approach to all aspects of management, engineering and research. A broad and detailed knowledge of development and automation with significant experience in project management.A Chartered engineer that is a Fellow with the IET. Working with the IET on the assessment of CEng applications.Specialties: Engineering research and development, Project Management,Design / development of complex process equipment,EU directives and UK regulations in association with engineering.
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.