Andrew McDermott

Senior Project Manager @Think Perfect

Ottawa, ON, CA
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WORK HISTORY

Jul 2024 — Present

Senior Project Manager @Think Perfect

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Lead business integration projects governing client HCM implementations, with specific view towards aligning HR, payroll, benefits, and workforce management modules with client Finance and HR operations.​ Led Change Management activities in collaboration with enterprise-wide stakeholders and distinct user groups​ Arranged Change Management strategy based on specific user groups correlated to key HR Modules affected in their daily taskings​ Developed Change Management timelines, communications products and training to all end-users of new system(s)(Oracle HCM, Dayforce HCM).​ Led coordination of C-suite and cross-functional stakeholders to define project scopes, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring seamless post-implementation transitions.​ Develop and execute change management strategies, increasing user adoption by 30% through tailored training and communication plans.​ Optimize post-go-live processes, automating manual tasks (e.g, payroll approvals) and leveraging analytics for financial and operational insights.​ Mitigate risks by streamlining configurations, ensuring compliance and data accuracy for enterprise clients in professional services.

EDUCATION

1983 — 1987

Western University

BA Honours, Political Science and Communications

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Western University

Bachelor of Arts, Communications

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DETE

Master's Degree, French Language and Literature

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HeartMath Institute

Certification in Personal Resiliance; Trauma-Sensitive Care

SKILLS

WritingCommunity RelationsEditingRisk MitigationStrategic CommunicationsCommunity OutreachBusiness TransformationGovernmentSpecial EventsStakeholder EngagementCopywritingEvent PlanningPublic PolicyBoard DevelopmentRiskProgram ManagementCommunications PlanningNon-ProfitsPublic RelationsInternal CommunicationsGovernment LiaisonMedia RelationsPhilanthropyNewslettersPolicy AnalysisMarketing CommunicationsSpeech WritingEvent ManagementStrategic PlanningGovernanceIssues ManagementComplianceCorporate CommunicationsPublic SpeakingGovernment RelationsInternational RelationsSocial MediaFundraisingPolicyStakeholder Relations

ABOUT ANDREW MCDERMOTT

At the forefront of CDK Global\'s expansion, my role as Government Relations Manager encompasses leading GR and public policy initiatives across governments in Canada and the US, particularly state governments and francaphone jurisdictions. My team\'s dedication to excellence has enabled us to empower client organizations through streamlined operational metrics and enhanced software integration.Previously, as a Government Relations specialist at TELUS International, Telus Corporation and as Senior Policy Advisor for environmental technologies for the Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, where I helped managed changes to Canada\'s Health and Social transfer.My strategic approach in project planning, coupled with a keen ability to manage risks, has consistently led to the successful delivery of complex projects. As a champion for effective communication and collaboration, I strive to bridge the gap between technology solutions and business needs.

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