Stephen Parkinson

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Principal Operational Technology Architect - Tunnels and Connected Vehicles @ National Highways
Exeter, England, GB
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Greater Exeter Area, United Kingdom
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About Stephen Parkinson

With over 25 years of experience in the intelligent transportation systems (ITS) sector, I am a Principal Operational Technology Architect at National Highways, where I lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge solutions for tunnels and connected vehicles. I have a strong background in intersection design and project planning, having worked as a Senior Traffic Technologist at Highways England and a Principal ITS Engineer at Peter Brett Associates. I have developed and implemented multiple ITS projects across the UK, improving road safety, efficiency, and sustainability. I am passionate about leveraging technology to enhance mobility and connectivity, and I am always eager to learn new skills and explore new challenges. I value collaboration, innovation, and excellence, and I strive to make a positive impact on the society and the environment through my work.

Stephen Parkinson's Current Company Details
National Highways

National Highways

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Principal Operational Technology Architect - Tunnels and Connected Vehicles
Exeter, England, GB
Stephen Parkinson Work Experience Details
  • National Highways
    Principal Operational Technology Architect - Tunnels And Connected Vehicles
    National Highways
    Exeter, England, Gb
  • National Highways
    Principal Operational Technology Architect - Tunnels And Connected Vehicles
    National Highways Jan 2022 - Present
    Exeter, England, United Kingdom
  • Highways England
    Senior Traffic Technologist
    Highways England Dec 2016 - Jan 2022
    Exeter, United Kingdom
  • Peter Brett Associates
    Principal Its Engineer
    Peter Brett Associates May 2013 - Nov 2016
    Taunton, United Kingdom
  • Somerset County Council
    Traffic Control Manager
    Somerset County Council Apr 2008 - May 2013
    reporting to the Group Manager - Traffic Management. I manage a team of 8, with a budget in excess of £1.25 million, responsible for the design, supervision and maintenance of all traffic control assets within the authority. This comprises approximately 280 installations, a SCOOT based UTC system, UTMC common database, ANPR, Bluetooth JTMS, and CCTV utilising a range of communication methods including a long range wireless network.Developed the Traffic Control team to its current levels through a combination of recruitment and staff development.Successfully implemented a commercial design function, providing services to both internal and external clients without the need for additional resource. This has generated revenue effectively offsetting the cost of two staff member's salaries.Designed, procured and project managed an ANPR Journey Time Monitoring System (JTMS) covering Taunton.Arranged a trial and subsequent roll out of a Bluetooth JTMS system covering a large part of Somerset's Strategic network at a fraction of the cost of an equivalent ANPR system.Project managed the purchase and installation of a UTMC common database integrating UTC, ANPR JTMS, Confirm (Street works), Bluetooth JTMS, and CCTV and other systems. Implemented the roll out of a long range wireless network covering installations across Somerset to replace existing leased lines.Instigated the development with NAL Ltd of a temporary signal controller base to allow the easy use of permanent signal equipment in place of temporary signals for long term schemes.
  • Somerset County Council
    Traffic Control Engineer
    Somerset County Council Sep 2005 - Mar 2008
    reporting to the Traffic Control Manager. I was responsible for managing development control liaison including technical and safety audits of proposed schemes followed by supervision during construction of approved schemes through to factory and site acceptance testing. I also managed and maintained the SCOOT UTC system which covers 4 urban areas within Somerset.Jointly developed a design and installation guidance document to aid designers of development schemes in Somerset. This also had the benefit of reducing input required by the Traffic Control team.Updated and provided ongoing SCOOT system model refinement, i.e. plan writing, database updates and validation of the system.Introduced new UTMC communication technology with a view to the future addition of a common UTMC database and reduced communication costs.Forged close working relationships with the authority's development control team leading to input in auditing of transport assessments thus ensuring the viability of proposed mitigation schemes or the refusal of inappropriate ones.
  • Atkins Ltd
    Assistant Traffic Control Engineer
    Atkins Ltd Jan 2004 - Aug 2005
    reporting to the Traffic Control Manager. I was responsible for assisting in the management of the UTC system along with designing and project managing a series of pro-active maintenance schemes to refurbish ageing sites.
  • Cycle Citi Corporation Ltd
    Sales Representative
    Cycle Citi Corporation Ltd Mar 2003 - Oct 2003
  • Zilang Middle School
    English Tefl Teacher
    Zilang Middle School Feb 2002 - Feb 2003
    One year contract in South East China (Nantong City, Jiangsu province
  • Bank Of Scotland
    Account Representative
    Bank Of Scotland Oct 2001 - Feb 2002
  • Direct Replacements Ltd
    Senior Claims Supervisor
    Direct Replacements Ltd Apr 2000 - Jul 2001
    Responsible for line management of a team of claims handlers and IT network Maintenenace.
  • Direct Replacements Ltd
    Claims Handler
    Direct Replacements Ltd Jan 2000 - Apr 2000
    Specialist insurance claims handling
  • Cheshire County Council
    Traffic Control Technician
    Cheshire County Council Apr 1995 - Dec 1999
    Backford Hall, Chester
    responsible for UTC system monitoring and fault management.

Stephen Parkinson Skills

Traffic Signal Design Paramics Autotrack Traffic Simulation Microsimulation Dmrb Intersection Design Traffic Management Project Management Project Planning Road Safety Engineering Traffic Engineering Transportation Planning Road Road Traffic Rail Transportation Feasibility Studies Highways Contract Management Civil Engineering Drainage Traffic Analysis Transport Modelling Parking

Stephen Parkinson Education Details

  • Leeds University
    Leeds University
  • Bishop Heber High School
    Bishop Heber High School

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What company does Stephen Parkinson work for?

Stephen Parkinson works for National Highways

What is Stephen Parkinson's role at the current company?

Stephen Parkinson's current role is Principal Operational Technology Architect - Tunnels and Connected Vehicles.

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Stephen Parkinson's email address is sf****@****.gov.uk

What schools did Stephen Parkinson attend?

Stephen Parkinson attended Leeds University, Bishop Heber High School.

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Stephen Parkinson has skills like Traffic Signal Design, Paramics, Autotrack, Traffic Simulation, Microsimulation, Dmrb, Intersection Design, Traffic Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Road Safety, Engineering.

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