Dougal Pidgeon

Experience

Dougal Pidgeon is a project manager and procurement specialist with extensive experience in the Department of Defence, state government and defence industry.

Dougal has worked with clients to deliver projects and procurements across every stage of the capability lifecycle. He has managed the requirements development process, led the development of approaches to market and the evaluation of tenders, negotiated and established agreements, and managed contracts for the delivery, support, and ultimately the disposal of vital capabilities.

Dougal has delivered projects and procurements with a wide variety in scope, value and acquisition strategies, including:

• A multi-billion dollar program to replace multiple weapon fleets

• Leading edge technologies

• Modification of off-the-shelf products

• Rapid acquisitions for urgent operational requirements

Dougal ensures his clients deliver projects and procurements through detailed and effective planning, establishing robust processes, maintaining clear communication, and strong but inclusive leadership.

Dougal has Masters degrees in Engineering Science (Project Management) and Defence Capability Development and Acquisition.

Dougal also has qualifications in procurement and tendering.

Dougal enjoys walking around the green hills of the Yarra Ranges, and escaping from the notoriously variable weather there to dry out in front of a fire with a glass of red and a fine book.