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Regina Brinston

Professional Summary

I am an accomplished contracts, procurement, and supply chain professional with over 15 years of experience supporting major North American capital projects, including the $34 billion Trans Mountain Expansion and Micron's $100 billion semiconductor program. Specializing in contract administration, commercial negotiations, procurement strategy, and risk management, I bring extensive experience across energy, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. As founder and CEO of Uplands Services Inc., I champion collaborative partnerships, contractor accountability, Indigenous participation, and successful project execution.

Specialization

Supply Chain - Contract Administration

Experience

20+ years in the industry

Certifications

Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) CertificationInternal Auditor – ISO 9001 Quality SystemsCanadian Securities Course License

Regina Brinston's Projects

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Micron Triton ID‑1 Semiconductor Megaproject
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Boise, Idaho
Micron’s leading‑edge semiconductor fabrication facility expansion, part of a major U.S. advanced manufacturing initiative. • Evaluated subcontractor proposals, financial stability, and technical qualifications supporting competitive bid selection for major construction scopes. • Administered subcontract agreements ensuring compliance with commercial terms, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements. • Supported subcontract negotiations and change order management for complex construction packages. • Coordinated closely with engineering, legal, procurement, and project management teams to finalize contract documentation. • Monitored subcontractor performance, deliverables, and schedule commitments to support project milestones. • Identified commercial risks and implemented mitigation strategies to protect project cost and schedule objectives.
Subcontracts Coordinator View Details
Trans Mountain Expansion Project (Spread 6 & 7A)
$34,000,000,000
Null
One of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, the $34B Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion. • Managed 150+ subcontracts and purchase orders covering fabrication, modularization, engineering, logistics, transportation, and site services. • Led the full subcontract lifecycle including RFP development, bid evaluation, commercial analysis, contract negotiation, award, and administration. • Ensured compliance with Canadian Energy Regulator requirements and Indigenous community commitments. • Advised project leadership on contract interpretation, commercial risk exposure, and dispute resolution. • Coordinated with project teams across multiple locations to maintain commercial alignment and schedule objectives. • Facilitated contractor kickoff meetings, commercial progress reviews, and issue resolution throughout contract execution.
Subcontracts Coordinator View Details
CNRL Horizon Oil Sands Project
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Fort McMurray, Alberta
Construction of froth treatment facilities for the Horizon Oil Sands project. • Managed procurement and inventory control supporting construction activities. • Coordinated procurement and expediting of critical equipment and materials ensuring alignment with project schedules. • Worked closely with legal, finance, and project leadership to ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and commercial standards. • Developed supplier relationships across North America, Europe, and Asia supporting global procurement initiatives. • Led contractor coordination meetings and provided materials status reporting to project leadership. • Supported supplier development initiatives focused on increasing Indigenous and local business participation in regional energy and construction projects.
Materials Manager View Details
$100M Offshore Rig Refit Project
$100,000,000
Bull Arm, Newfoundland
A major offshore rig refit program ensuring schedule and budget alignment. • Oversaw cost tracking and change order management during the refit program. • Ensured alignment with project schedules and budget objectives. • Managed commercial documentation for change orders. • Coordinated with project teams to maintain commercial alignment. • Facilitated issue resolution throughout contract execution.
Supervisor – Change Orders View Details
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