DGA Group rebranded as TSA Riley

Joined the IAB in July 2015, appointed as Chairman in June 2019.

June 2015 to April 2017 - Delay Analyst for TJM Planning / BBMV (Crossrail)Delay analysis and report drafting for the Crossrail C510 Liverpool St & Whitechapel SCL Tunnels contract compensation events (NEC3 Option C).From Dec 2014 - Consultant for Jackson Rowe (London / South East)Delay analysis, claim report drafting, project management, and assisting the expert commercial team, on civil engineering and building projects (NEC3 / JCT / other).From Jan 2013 - Consultant… Show more June 2015 to April 2017 - Delay Analyst for TJM Planning / BBMV (Crossrail)Delay analysis and report drafting for the Crossrail C510 Liverpool St & Whitechapel SCL Tunnels contract compensation events (NEC3 Option C).From Dec 2014 - Consultant for Jackson Rowe (London / South East)Delay analysis, claim report drafting, project management, and assisting the expert commercial team, on civil engineering and building projects (NEC3 / JCT / other).From Jan 2013 - Consultant for Plan Ahead PM Group (North West)Forensic Analysis of project information, programme impact assessment using Primavera, Asta, or MS Project software, and report drafting, relating to EoT claims (NEC3 / other).July 2012 to Dec 2012 - Consultant for Laing / Volker / AtkinsStafford Area Improvements TenderContractor 'SAIP Alliance'​ (JV of Laing O'Rourke / Volker Rail / Atkins) tendered successfully for a 5 year rail / infrastructure / signalling upgrade scheme, for Client Network Rail. Role during the tender process was to formulate the Risk & Opportunity Register covering all disciplines. Show less

July 2010 to June 2012 - Consultant for MPTMetrolink Phase 3A - Oldham Rochdale LineContractor MPT (JV of Laing O'Rourke / Volker Rail / Thales) constructed the extensions for Manchester's Metrolink tram system, for Client TfGM. Assessed the Contractor's entitlement for time and compensation for the increase in work scope. Drafted contractual / commercial letters and reports for additional work and claim issues.

Jan 2009 – May 2010 HPR – Senior Project Manager (Abu Dhabi)Sheikh Zayed Bridge – Contract 3Resident Engineer for the landmark Sheikh Zayed Bridge construction in Abu Dhabi. Project budget £150 million. Responsible for the 20-strong site supervision team overseeing the remaining construction of this complex structure, and reporting to the client, the Abu Dhabi Municipality. Role required that the design (Zaha Hadid Architect) and the engineering design (HPR) is constructed by the… Show more Jan 2009 – May 2010 HPR – Senior Project Manager (Abu Dhabi)Sheikh Zayed Bridge – Contract 3Resident Engineer for the landmark Sheikh Zayed Bridge construction in Abu Dhabi. Project budget £150 million. Responsible for the 20-strong site supervision team overseeing the remaining construction of this complex structure, and reporting to the client, the Abu Dhabi Municipality. Role required that the design (Zaha Hadid Architect) and the engineering design (HPR) is constructed by the contractor (Archirodon/Sixco) safely, in accordance with the contract drawings and specification, and to make recommendations to the client regarding commercial and contractual issues.July 2008 – Jan 2009 HPR – Senior Project Manager (Dubai)Dubai MetroHPR’s claims team worked within the main Dubai Metro Contractor’s claims team to assist with the compilation of Extension of Time and Additional Cost claims. With my experience gained from ten years in Light Rail infrastructure maintenance and renewals in the UK, my relevant experience ensured a technical link to the contractual and commercial arguments which was important in reinforcing the claim arguments submitted. Show less

July 2006 – June 2008 for GMPTE (now TfGM) – Project Manager Manchester Metrolink Track Renewals ContractProject Manager for the £26m Metrolink track renewals scheme during Summer 2007 blockades on the Altrincham and Bury Lines, and associated follow-up variation works. Responsible for ensuring timely completion of blockade handback and overall budgetary control, both of which were achieved. Extensive liason required between contractor (Carillion), operator and maintainer (Serco and… Show more July 2006 – June 2008 for GMPTE (now TfGM) – Project Manager Manchester Metrolink Track Renewals ContractProject Manager for the £26m Metrolink track renewals scheme during Summer 2007 blockades on the Altrincham and Bury Lines, and associated follow-up variation works. Responsible for ensuring timely completion of blockade handback and overall budgetary control, both of which were achieved. Extensive liason required between contractor (Carillion), operator and maintainer (Serco and Stagecoach) to ensure safe transfer of assets during handover and handback stages. Liason role also included negotiations with a multitude of stakeholders, third parties, and lineside neighbours. Acting on behalf of the Client as ‘Project Manager’ under the NEC3 Option D contract form.July 2005 – July 2006 for GMPTE (now TfGM) – Light Rail Project ConsultantManchester Metrolink Infrastructure ImprovementsConsultant to Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive (GMPTE) who own Manchester’s Light Rail Metrolink system. Using my 5 years' experience as Metrolink’s Civil Engineer I advised GMPTE in matters relating to the infrastructure renewals investment scheme including track renewals works budgeted at £30 million covering segregated track as well as street running renewals. Also advised on, and assisted with the writing of, the suite of tender documents required for the main contracts. Extensive interface liason requirement with Local Authorities, Network Rail, Manchester Businesses, public, and other affected 3rd Parties. Show less

Heavy / Light Rail & Civil Engineering Business DevelopmentGeneral advisor on rail related business activities with a view to increasing the company's profile in the heavy and light rail sectors. Oversaw the successful attainment of a Full Network Rail Contractors Assurance Case (CAC) following a site audit of the company's procedures. Improved general operational and safety procedures for procurement and supervision of all contracts with a view to maintaining the company's good… Show more Heavy / Light Rail & Civil Engineering Business DevelopmentGeneral advisor on rail related business activities with a view to increasing the company's profile in the heavy and light rail sectors. Oversaw the successful attainment of a Full Network Rail Contractors Assurance Case (CAC) following a site audit of the company's procedures. Improved general operational and safety procedures for procurement and supervision of all contracts with a view to maintaining the company's good safety record in the rail sector.Railway Station Infrastructure RefurbishmentProject Manager for £1.75 million station refurbishment contract. Responsible for planning, programming and reporting to Clients - Arriva Trains Ltd and First North Western Trains Ltd. Extensive liason with local Councils, Network Rail and other Outside Parties required to co-ordinate and implement the work. Regular co-ordination with the six Site Agents ensured smooth flow of information for the 108 station, 17 week works programme - successfully delivered on time. Show less

Light Rail Infrastructure Maintenance, Project Management and Outside Party LiasonMulti-disciplined role with the title of Structures Engineer - department manager responsible for the maintenance of infrastructure, and responsible for the health, safety and welfare of workers. Responsible for the day to day management of reactive and proactive maintenance on stations, tunnels, subways, bridges, fences and vegetation. Role also incorporated the repsonsibility to Project Manage a series of… Show more Light Rail Infrastructure Maintenance, Project Management and Outside Party LiasonMulti-disciplined role with the title of Structures Engineer - department manager responsible for the maintenance of infrastructure, and responsible for the health, safety and welfare of workers. Responsible for the day to day management of reactive and proactive maintenance on stations, tunnels, subways, bridges, fences and vegetation. Role also incorporated the repsonsibility to Project Manage a series of schemes towards Metrolink contract close-out, including the continued project management of the £2.5 million Station Improvements investment Stage 2. Additional responsibility included liason with external parties for adjacent developments such as the M60 widening, a development at the entrance to Cornbrook Station, and a leisure facility near G-Mex. Responsible for ensuring safety of Metrolink infrastructure and neighbouring parties at all times through extensive liason and co-ordination. Show less

Light Rail Infrastructure Maintenance - Track and StructuresDepartment manager responsible for the maintenance of all Metrolink civil engineering related infrastructure including the track, bridges, stations and other structures Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the 25-strong team, and a £1.25 million budget to procure and award contracts for ensuring safe infrastructure on which the trams can travel and the public to access / egress. Project Manager representing the… Show more Light Rail Infrastructure Maintenance - Track and StructuresDepartment manager responsible for the maintenance of all Metrolink civil engineering related infrastructure including the track, bridges, stations and other structures Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the 25-strong team, and a £1.25 million budget to procure and award contracts for ensuring safe infrastructure on which the trams can travel and the public to access / egress. Project Manager representing the client GMPTE's interests for Station Improvements investment Stage 2, and the construction of a new maintenance shed at the Depot. Show less

Bridge, Station and associated Structure MaintenanceDepartment manager responsible for the maintenance of infrastructure, and responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the maintenance team. Responsible for the day to day management of reactive and proactive maintenance on stations, tunnels, subways, bridges, fences and vegetation. Project Manager representing the client GMPTE's interests for the £750,000 Station Improvements investment Stage 1. Annual department budget of… Show more Bridge, Station and associated Structure MaintenanceDepartment manager responsible for the maintenance of infrastructure, and responsible for the health, safety and welfare of the maintenance team. Responsible for the day to day management of reactive and proactive maintenance on stations, tunnels, subways, bridges, fences and vegetation. Project Manager representing the client GMPTE's interests for the £750,000 Station Improvements investment Stage 1. Annual department budget of £500,000 successfully planned and spent via procurement and award of contracts, to ensure a safe infrastructure for the travelling public. Show less

Bridge Inspection and Assessment - Metrolink and BridgeGuardCo-ordination and inspection work for the 1997 Principal bridge inspection programme on the Manchester Metrolink structures. Work involved extensive co-ordination with outside parties and management of a small team to undertake inspections and produce reports for the client GMPTE. Project Management for Railtrack Bridgeguard contract involving the inspection and assessment of overbridges in the North West region. Client… Show more Bridge Inspection and Assessment - Metrolink and BridgeGuardCo-ordination and inspection work for the 1997 Principal bridge inspection programme on the Manchester Metrolink structures. Work involved extensive co-ordination with outside parties and management of a small team to undertake inspections and produce reports for the client GMPTE. Project Management for Railtrack Bridgeguard contract involving the inspection and assessment of overbridges in the North West region. Client liason, management of small team for successful production of package of work recommendations for individual bridges. Show less

Lantau Fixed Crossing - Tsing Ma Suspension Bridge (Hong Kong) Contract Administration work for the £600 million lump sum road/rail suspension bridge contract. Involvement included the issuance and valuation of variation orders, assessment of claims and extension of time matters, processing of the monthly milestone and payment certificates, and final account settlement. Extensive involvement in liaison between Supervision-in-Chief staff, site staff, the Client and the main JV contractor.

Yam O InterchangeDetailed design of a 5-span post-tensioned link road bridge deck to BS 5400 and Hong Kong equivalent standards. Span by span post-tensioning of the multi-cellular structure analysed using in-house software.

A34 Newbury BypassDetailed design of a 3-span continuous reinforced accommodation bridge over the A34, to BS 5400. Bridge comprises a voided central span, bank seat abutments and rectangular column piers on pad foundations. Supervision of technicians on the above work. Detailed design of steel connections, deck slab and substructures of a composite box girder overbridge. Responsible for Category II checks of a number of bridge structures including reinforced concrete, prestressed beam and… Show more A34 Newbury BypassDetailed design of a 3-span continuous reinforced accommodation bridge over the A34, to BS 5400. Bridge comprises a voided central span, bank seat abutments and rectangular column piers on pad foundations. Supervision of technicians on the above work. Detailed design of steel connections, deck slab and substructures of a composite box girder overbridge. Responsible for Category II checks of a number of bridge structures including reinforced concrete, prestressed beam and steel deck construction.A13 Isle of Dogs Scheme Package - Blackwall Tunnel/Cotton StreetResponsible for detailed design and drawings of a series of Environmental Screens/Noise Barrier retaining walls at the above junction improvement.Oxford C.C. Bridge AssessmentsSupervision of site testing and analysis of bridge structures as part of Stage 2 assessments, to BD 21/93. Following Stage 1 recommendations, structures were assessed for adequacy and reports compiled giving recommendations to the Client. Show less

Manchester Intermediate Ring Road Stage 2 - Stuart Street LinkScheme included a single span prestressed beam bridge over the Manchester/Ashton canal adjacent to the Velodrome with a total of 0.5km single carriageway approach roads. Duties included construction supervision, checking the Contractor's setting out, dealing with technical problems, monitoring work and keeping site records.

A595 Duddon Bridge BypassPreliminary design of a £15m bypass scheme in S.Cumbria. Extensive use of MOSS creating horizontal and vertical alignments, profiles, cross-sections and 3-D perspectives of the scheme alternatives to Public Consultation stage. Assisted in running of Consultation exhibition.

Ground level work and assistance in setting out £8m multi-storey car park and extension to Crawley Town Hall.