Programme Manager with transnational commercial and technical experience gained within the aerospace, defence and mechanical engineering industries. Programme and project management from bid phase through to project closure. Employing an adaptable approach to provide stable project management in technically and organisationally challenging environments. Advocate of clear and robust project planning to underpin a well structured project, employing proven project management strategies, tools and techniques.Leadership and Team Engagement - Leadership of successful multidisciplinary and transnational project teams across internal and customer businesses. Proven record of team engagement, utilising effective facilitative leadership techniques to empower and engage staff, customers and wider project stakeholders. Technical Proficiency - Engineering technical understanding and engagement throughout the project duration to assist clear scheduling, earned value accuracy (Technical Progress vs. Cost Progress) and to ensure technical risks and opportunities are appropriately commercially managed. New Business and Account Development - Experienced in developing new business accounts, acting as the primary customer Point of Contact for international customers. Developing multi-million pound new business streams via effective customer and stakeholder management. Strategy and Continuous Improvement - Focussed on continually developing efficient project management toolsets and best practice; recognising the importance of ensuring that the techniques used match the fundamental business needs of an organisation, department or team.