Ben Avison Email & Phone Number

Bristol & Brighton

As an accomplished project manager with Madison Solutions, I have honed my skills in leadership, communication, project lifecycle management, client management, problem-solving, budget management, quality assurance, and continuous improvement. I am well-versed in overseeing cross-functional teams of developers, designers, and QA testers to deliver high-quality web projects that meet the needs of clients. I am comfortable working in both agile and waterfall methodologies and can adapt my approach to fit the needs of the project and client.In addition to my experience as a project manager, I have also gained valuable expertise through my role in sales. My key role in sales has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of client needs and expectations, and I have leveraged this knowledge to build strong client relationships and ensure that their business objectives are met throughout the project, which organically segways into the management of the full project lifecycle.Through my sales experience, I have also developed strong communication and negotiation skills that have proven valuable in managing client relationships and achieving project objectives. I am comfortable presenting work to clients, responding to feedback, and managing any issues that arise, all while keeping the project on track and within budget.Overall, my experience in project management and sales has equipped me with the skills and expertise needed to successfully manage complex web projects and deliver outstanding results for clients. I am committed to continuous improvement and always seeking new opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills.

Bristol, United Kingdom

As an assistant project manager at JAS Building Services, I gained valuable experience supporting the delivery of residential and commercial construction and development projects. Over several years, I worked closely with senior project directors to help coordinate project activities and ensure that projects were delivered on time and within budget. Some of my key responsibilities included:* Assisting with project planning, scheduling and budgeting* Coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers and clients* Tracking project progress and providing regular updates to senior management* Assisting with project documentation and administration* Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations* Managing project risks and issues as they aroseThrough my experience at JAS Building Services, I developed strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, as well as a solid understanding of the construction industry. I am confident that my experience and skills would enable me to make a valuable contribution to any project team.

South West

- Direct sales and promotion of Surgical Urology consumables. Account managed existing business, identified new opportunities and delivered on sales objectives to achieve sales targets.- Demonstrated medical equipment to clinical staff within hospitals, carried out meetings with business and procurement managers with a view to growing market share.- Built relationships with customers through working in operating theatres, endoscopy and outpatients units in close association with consultants, clinicians and nursing staff.

Bristol, United Kingdom

- Provided front of house service, helpfully and courteously managed calls from the University switchboard, working closely with colleagues in small teams to uphold excellence standards.- Managed and coordinated staff for the prompt and efficient collection, processing and delivery of mail to 1500+ students.- Performed routine maintenance checks, basic repairs and office redesign work across university campuses to uphold health & safety standards.

Bristol, United Kingdom

- Created extensive client databases and pitched to clients through meetings, demonstrations and exhibitions to generate business.- Coordinated company representation at exhibitions and liaised with strategic partners, internal stakeholders and key customers, managing both individuals and teams- Designed and produced marketing materials, website content and company branding.

Bath, United Kingdom

- Managed hospitality teams for public and private events ranging from 4 – 150+ guests whilst promoting companies and new products.- Personalised and tailored approach to ensure guest satisfaction - providing excellent service whilst upselling to increase sales.- Managed and monitored stock levels to minimise loss of profit and facilitate the smooth-running of operations during business.

University Of Bath

- Represented academic peers feeding back to University staff on University Policy and course structure through a mixture of formal and informal channels.- Developed awareness of others by chairing departmental meetings to create professional and welcoming environments. - Maintained an objective and unbiased position during meetings and evaluated evidence presented by staff and students to help make neutral decisions about student academic welfare.

Bath, United Kingdom

- Developed the club from 110 – 192 members in 8-months, securing additional funding to further develop athlete performance within the club.- Negotiated with Students’ Union to achieve a £10,000 investment into facility re-development to improve training capabilities and athlete development.- Produced 10 written manuals on a range of topics to ensure the legacy of the club was continued and enhance handover to future committee members.

Brighton, Bath

- Designed training programmes to achieve short and long-term goals to improve recreational and competitive athletic performance.- Gained qualifications that enabled me to teach a wide range of clients from 6 months to seniors and confidently develop personal and athletic performance. - Built strong coach-athlete relationships to ensure full understanding of training benefits and expectations whilst promoting enjoyment and personal development.

Master’S Degree, Sport & Exercise Science, 63% Avg. (2:1)

Activities and Societies: Chair of Sport & Exercise Science Staff/Student Liaison Committee, Chair of UoB Squash Club, Social Secretary.

A-Levels, English Language (A), Biology (B), Physical Education (B)

Gcses, 14 Gcses Grades A-C