Sutha Kanagaretnam BSc, Pmp
About Sutha Kanagaretnam BSc, Pmp
Sutha Kanagaretnam is the Head of Project Management Office at the Government of Canada, specializing in statistical and data standards. With over 20 years of experience in regulated industries, he has a strong background in project management, team building, and data-driven decision-making.
Work at Government of Canada
Currently, Sutha Kanagaretnam serves as the Head of Project Management Office at the Government of Canada, specifically within the Enterprise Information and Data Management (EIDM) division of the Centre for Statistical and Data Standards. In this role, which he has held since 2021, he manages a multi-year, multi-million dollar project focused on modernizing and standardizing systems across Statistics Canada. His responsibilities include overseeing project management processes and ensuring that organizational practices align with data-driven decision-making.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Sutha Kanagaretnam has a diverse background in project management across various organizations. He worked at Canopy Growth Corporation as a Project Manager for CBD Product Lines from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he held multiple roles at Alere Inc., including Quality Manager for Post Market Surveillance and Manager of Clinical Device Investigations in R&D. His experience also includes positions at Siemens Healthineers and Abbott, where he served as a Senior Product Engineer and Senior Engineer & Project Manager, respectively.
Education and Expertise
Sutha Kanagaretnam studied at the University of Ottawa, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree. He possesses over 20 years of experience in highly regulated industries such as medical devices and biopharmaceuticals. His expertise includes building high-performance teams through effective mentoring and interpersonal skills, as well as utilizing Agile and Lean Principles to enhance project management and quality assurance processes.
Background in Quality Management and Clinical Affairs
Sutha Kanagaretnam has a strong background in quality management and clinical affairs. He served as a Senior Clinical Affairs Specialist at Epocal Inc. and as a Quality Manager at Alere Inc. His roles involved overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This experience has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in managing projects within regulated environments.
Skills in Data-Driven Decision Making
Sutha Kanagaretnam is experienced in using data-driven decision-making to improve organizational practices. His ability to analyze data and implement effective strategies has been a key aspect of his roles in project management and quality assurance. This skill set supports his current responsibilities at the Government of Canada, where he focuses on enhancing project outcomes through informed decision-making.