David Lin

Background

About David Lin

I am a results-driven portfolio and change management leader with over 16 years of international experience delivering complex, multimillion-dollar programs across the maritime, defense, entertainment, oil & gas, and automation sectors. As a PMP-certified/ Professional Engineer, I bring a unique blend of technical rigor, commercial insight, and people leadership to every challenge. Executive Highlights: • Strategic Program Leadership • Currently leading as Regional Program Director – APAC at OSI Maritime Systems. • Built and led a high-performing cross-functional PMO team across geographies, increasing regional gross margins above corporate averages. • Drove revenue recognition strategy and conflict adjudication to ensure financial resilience and consistent project delivery. • Team Building & Organizational Growth • Mentored and developed a new team with limited PM experience into a high-output, efficient unit. • Established local presence in Taiwan, aligning technical teams and end-user engagement for long-term service contracts. • Business Development & Commercial Acumen • Spearheaded growth at Altec Integrated Solutions by securing major accounts with Disney, Universal Studios, and WhiteWater West. • Negotiated master agreements and raised charge-out rates by 50%, improving vendor ratings and profitability. • Formed strategic OEM partnerships to expand offerings, regional coverage, and cost competitiveness. • Global Project Execution • Delivered high-profile international projects. • Managed R&D and certification of advanced ride systems, integrating acoustics, structural, and safety engineering. • Oversaw subsea engineering projects for Total’s Moho Nord TLP, aligning with API, DNV∙GL, and Lloyd’s standards. • Operational Excellence & Risk Management • Excel in stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, quality planning, and process optimization across all project phases. • Developed and implemented best practices for CRM, sales-to-execution handoffs, and customer lifecycle management. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments that demand decisive action, cross-functional coordination, and long-term vision. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, I bring a global mindset and a passion for delivering innovation with measurable impact.