A highly experienced, conscientious and adaptable leader, qualified to Incorporate Engineer standard who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of professionals in the Rail, Government and Defence markets. Strong communication, commercial and management skills combined with technical and business qualifications aligned with a track record of more than 35 years hands-on experience in strategic planning, business development and project management.Proven ability to successfully analyse critical business requirements, identify deficiencies and potential opportunities, and develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for enhancing competitiveness, increasing revenues, and improving customer service offerings.Experienced in Contract Management for Civil, M&E and both Hard and Soft Services having been responsible for up to 180 staff consisting of management, technical, administrative and trades disciplines, to assist in the delivery of individual services to various clients, this included, when required, leading teams to mobilise and / or demobilise large complex contracts across the UK. Previous experience as a Quality Manager having written both ISO 9001 & 9002 systems for operating in Rail, Defence and FM Businesses.An accomplished Bid Manager responsible for tender submissions over the last 20 years within various businesses.Specialties:• Business Management, Growth & Development• Contract Mobilisation & Corporate Governance • Commercial & Procurement Strategy • Programme, Project & Change Management • Engineering , Facilities & Operations Management• Client Relationship Management• Building and Leading Capable Teams• Stakeholder Management• Effective and Persuasive Negotiator• Proficient and Practiced in Re-engineering• Processes to Improve Productivity• Strategic and Conceptual Selling