My life has always been about change. This started at the age of 13 when my family moved to the UK. Whilst learning a new language, meeting new people and adopting a new culture was very tough at the time, it was incredibly fulfilling too. The second substantial phase of change came with my career move from a successful decade in research, to the business world. After two decades of delivering successful projects and programmes, my third period of change is now underway. Transforming Entec Si into what it is today and to its future potential is an all-consuming and very rewarding challenge. I thrive on seeing our team develop and grow whilst delivering successful outcomes for our clients.

Moving into information technology from university shaped my career and a future move into the world of projects. I have always loved the cut and thrust of project life, creating something from scratch, shaping it and then the reward of succeeding. Following a successful and formative few years in IT working across medium to large private sector companies Entec Si came to be and has become an important part of my life. Today after over 20 years in business I am still totally committed to delivering a quality service to our clients and growing Entec Si into something significant. What is it that motivates me: achievement, working with others, delivering success and staying enthusiastic whatever the challenge?

Organisational change: where people, processes and tools collide; I enjoy understanding what change an organisation wants and helping to achieve it. I am naturally a project person. I love the journey: understanding, designing and delivering. The highs are obvious – going live, seeing benefits realised – but, inevitably, there are hard yards to be put in too. I have primarily worked in smaller companies – I have 3 start-ups under my belt – but I tended to work with the big corporates. I’ve had a good stint with a major business process outsourcer and this has shown me that I like the small and nimble more than the mighty behemoth.

I began my career working with a dedicated consultancy team, specialising in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and ICT. From there I naturally progressed into project management and developed a track record for successful delivery and implementation. My solid technical background has enabled me to engage on a number of levels and effectively understand and manage a wide variety of ICT projects throughout their life cycle. I have always enjoyed providing innovative solutions to people and businesses. Working on the Library of Birmingham Transformation and ICT Programme I managed several high profile projects. Since then, I have moved into Programme Management, most recently working with the London Borough of Croydon and Birmingham Airport Ltd.

Project management, relationship building and organisational strengthening have all been key features of my work in international development over the past 14 years. I have enjoyed working with a diverse range of stakeholders in the UK, as well as further afield in Africa and Asia, and have procured funding and managed projects for the likes of USAID, DfID, Comic Relief and Deutsche Bank. I was drawn by its core values and culture, and ultimately, by the company’s mission of developing and delivering organisational and people change to strengthen organisations; a very similar ethos to my past work.

I have worked in IT for 20 years; initially as a GIS / web developer, then in IT Management and project management, before settling into a variety of analyst / consultancy roles. I have always enjoyed strategic and tactical analysis; working with people to identify issues and form solutions; ensuring that projects are well defined and phased and that they deliver what they set out to achieve. I have a collaborative style and truly believe that “the whole is greater than the individual parts”.  I enjoy creating and working for teams, bringing people together and supporting clients through change.

Graduating in Business Studies with a background in business administration I moved into IT project delivery in 2000. I have gained considerable experience across many different business areas and have performed a range of different roles, including Project Management, Business Analysis, PMO and Business Support.

One of the high points of my career was the Library of Birmingham Project, where I successfully managed the Programme Management Office for the Transformation & ICT Programme for the full 5 years of the programme.

This experience has provided me with a valuable, well-rounded understanding of what is required for successful project delivery. I enjoy the structured approach, the focus on quality and attention to detail, and of course the satisfaction of achieving project success!

Starting my career in local government at Birmingham City Council after graduating in Business, Finance and Public Administration, provided me with the platform for moving into a job that I love. Project management is not for the faint hearted, but I love a challenge. There is nothing more satisfying than seeing the fruits of your labour. I worked for several years delivering business critical change, including a pioneering Planning Enquiry Centre, providing a first point of contact service for all planning customers. This in turn led onto larger national projects like the Planning and Regulatory Services Online Government project (PARSOL). No two days are the same, working for Entec Si as a Project Manager. I love working with people and being able to provide support and share knowledge. I understand that change is important and therefore I work hard to deliver success in sometimes very challenging situations.

My journey towards a career in project management began during my studies at the University of Kent. A lot of the skills I was developing at that time could be applicable to the world of project management. After University, I joined HMPO as a Project Manager. I managed a wealth of different projects, mainly focussing on ICT delivery ranging from Exchange migrations, bespoke application re-designs and even an office relocation. I developed my skills and gained professional qualifications including Prince 2. I joined Entec Si in September 2016 eager to build on my skills and experience. The constant challenge, problem solving and ability to meet and build relationships with a range of organisations are my motivation for managing projects.

My project management career has been an exciting journey so far where I have worked predominantly within the telecommunications, highways and rail industries.  During 2009 I completed my MSc in Programme Management which sparked a specific interest in business transformation projects where I remain passionate about the importance of delivering these successfully. Collaboration is truly important to me as over time I have learnt that project success is often based upon the quality of interactions between individuals, teams and departments. I am energised by people and project management provides me with the outlet to engage with a diverse range of personalities and talents equipping me with infectious enthusiasm and the energy required to deliver!

I’m experienced in working across both private and public sectors with significant knowledge of project management within the NHS, including organisational change and transformation projects. I have worked on several regional and national projects and believe one of my key strengths is my passion in people! People play a key role in every aspect of my project management style. Engagement and communication are key drivers for me to build relationships, facilitate collaborative working and allows me to meet, manage and deliver a quality project experience. The team at Entec Si and the core values of the company make me excited for the new challenges and customer experiences ahead.

Upon graduating with a technical diploma in Industrial Electronics and Telecommunications, I embarked upon a career in Project Management for IT, retail and not-for-profit organisations in Italy and New Zealand. Working in a variety of sectors provided me with transferable skills, including flexibility, problem solving skills and effective communication. I joined Entec Si in a Project Coordinator role in late 2017. I was attracted by the company culture, their professionalism, attention to client needs and the diverse range of projects. My long-term career goal is to move into a Project Manager role and I am currently studying towards my Prince2 Practitioner qualification.

In 2015, I earned my degree in Business Computing and started my career as a Business Analyst for a software development company. This opportunity taught me a lot and provided me with experiences that helped shape me as a Business Analyst. During my time as a Business Analyst I have been fortunate and have experienced many different aspects including, requirements gathering and workshops, workflow designing and modelling, database investigations, as well as gaining BCS Business Analysis Practice certification. I joined Entec Si as the company’s values were in line with mine and how I work. On top of this, the whole team are working together to achieve the same goal and I wanted to take the opportunity to be a part of that.

Upon graduating from university with a degree in Management and Marketing I embarked upon a career in project management within the market research industry. I realised that I was well suited to this role and I really enjoyed the work. When I felt ready for a new challenge I decided to seek a career in project management within a different industry. Since joining Entec Si in July 2016 in a Project Support role, I have worked on many exciting programmes and projects. I can safely say that it was the best career move I have made. I hope to progress my career into a Project Manager role with Entec Si and build upon the skills I have already gained.

After graduating from university, I specialised in the area property development law, working as a project co-ordinator. This experience provided me with many transferable skills required for successful project management, including effective communication and organisational skills. I joined Entec Si in a Project Support role in early 2016. I was attracted by the culture of the company and the opportunity to work on a wide range of fast paced and exciting programmes and projects. During my time at Entec Si I have been involved in various ICT and Business Change projects and programmes, in both the private and public sectors. My long-term ambition is to become a Programme Manager at Entec Si, building on my existing skill-set and by continuing to gain valuable experience.

Having left Royal Holloway University in 2014 I started working in a project and engineer coordinator role. This role provided me with many transferable skills for effective project management. With my interest in project management emerging, I decided to study Prince2 to practitioner level to further develop my knowledge and skills. In March 2017 the exciting opportunity to work with Entec Si arose. I love the passion everyone has to focus on fulfilling the customers’ needs whilst supporting you to develop your career as an individual. I am looking forward to learning many new skills through a wide range of projects and working towards a role as a Project Manager.

My move into the world of projects began when I arrived in the UK in 2005.  Coming from a career in teaching I brought with me many of the skills I see as essential for a project environment: organisation, flexibility, the ability to plan ahead but to know that plans can and do change rapidly, communications skills and a good sense of humour! I have worked on several award-winning projects and programmes and I strongly believe that the most successful projects are the result of having a great team behind them.  One of my strengths is my ability to contribute where there is the greatest need and as a result I have experience in many areas of the project environment including support, programme office management, project management and communications lead.

After graduating from Loughborough University, I followed a career in teaching.  After being a primary school teacher and P.E. Coordinator for seven years, I decided I was ready for a new challenge.  Aware that organisation and communication are major strengths of mine, I decided to change career to one in project management and enjoyed studying for and completing the Prince 2 Practitioner qualification. Entec Si offered me the chance to work for them in a Business Support role in September 2017.  I was keen to work for a company who are known for getting the job done and who share my core values.  I am pleased to have been given a Business Support role so I can familiarise myself with company processes before gaining exposure to projects.  I am looking forward to working for Entec Si and helping clients and colleagues within my role.

Following the completion of my degree in Economics and Management I worked in the Finance sector in a number of roles with compliance at their core. Through the experience I gained dealing with different situations I advanced myself to a Team Manager role which enabled me to develop my management skills and broaden my experience. During my time in management it became apparent that a career in Project Management was one which I wanted to pursue, in line with my previous experiences and qualifications. I joined Entec Si in January 2018 and I am looking forward to developing myself within the company and learning new skills to assist me in furthering my career.

I first discovered an interest in project management whilst on a work placement in Bristol City Council’s City Innovation Department several years ago. I immediately felt I had found the career for me and decided I was going to gain as much experience and knowledge as I could. I stayed with the team for five years and progressed into a Project Support Officer role. Eventually it was time to move onto the next step of my career path and I was lucky enough to join Entec Si as a Project Coordinator in April 2018. I was attracted to the company’s core values and hope to work towards my goal of becoming a Project Manager with the company in the future.

Fresh out of Birmingham City University with a degree in English and Creative Writing, I finished my role in retail and was ready to pursue a new adventure. I joined Entec Si in 2018 as Communications Support and hope to apply the knowledge I have gained from university within this role. What captured my attention about Entec Si, was the dedication to their values. Going into the world of work can be a daunting experience, especially if you have always been a student, but the devotion Entec Si showed to, not only their values, but their work and everyone within the company, encouraged me to pursue the role. I am looking forward to gaining invaluable experience with Entec Si.  

My early career in Toy Logistics provided a great grounding in how businesses operate, especially for someone who likes to combine working hard with having fun.  Taking on a Business User role for an IT system implementation project propelled me into the world of business change and transformation.  I was hooked, and subsequently moved to a role where consulting with others to enable positive business changes and develop lasting solutions became my primary purpose.  I have thrived on the challenge of working across an extensive range of projects and programmes in both the Public and Private sectors.

I am passionate about engaging people, and the results project teams can achieve through positive relationships and collaboration.  With a background in Business Process Improvement, I am enthusiastic about supporting others to continuously improve and find better ways of working, to deliver their customer outcomes. 

For me, Entec Si seemed the perfect organisation for the next stage of my career – the passion and warmth for people comes through in droves.     

I moved into the Financial Services sector in 2013 in customer services before moving to a Birmingham based mutual where I developed a greater understanding for Investment products and Life Assurance. In 2017 I made the move to a Project Support role where I learnt very quickly the pressures of projects whilst working on a massive regulatory Programme. Having spent almost 2 years in this role, I have gained a wealth of experience and I feel that Project Management plays to my strengths and assets which I am confident in using to forge a successful career. Joining Entec Si will push me further along my career path and provide me the platform to succeed. 

I have worked in a projects and programme environment for most of my career, initially in the commercial sector with companies including Cadbury Schweppes, Lucas Industries and Cable & Wireless. In the last 20 years, I have also supported a range of public sector clients, in Local Government, Health and Housing sectors to successfully implement change in a variety of areas, including IT, back office shared/managed services and customer facing services. Most recently, I have used my broad experience to support clients including Birmingham Airport, the Irish Health Service, Acivico and the Library of Birmingham with a wide variety of projects, including strategic business change programmes, ICT projects, Programme Management Office implementation and operation, and organisational culture and behavioural change projects.

My early career was in financial services, where I learned the importance of training, development, process improvement and change. Subsequent roles and training developed my IT, projects/programme delivery skills and experience. Over the years I have gained significant experience leading and implementing IT/business change, with organisations including Atos; Welsh Government; Hertfordshire County Council (and many other LAs); Office of the Deputy Prime Minister; Department for Education; Becta and Capita. I am a strong believer in delivering through; team working; building relationships; creating consensus around programmes, projects and change. I adapt rapidly to client requirements, identifying priorities, driving implementations through cross-functional teams aligned with business priorities. Currently I am engaged with councils in Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire delivering transformation change improving service delivery, reducing costs and enabling commercialisation.

At first glance it is perhaps not necessarily an obvious career progression to go from ‘psychology undergraduate’ to ‘digital strategist’ stopping off as a ‘TV producer’ on the way. The progression I made from TV to digital mirrored what was happening in the television industry at the time, with new technologies came new audiences, who were eager to consume content in a different way. Over the last ten years I have supported many large and small organisations develop digital platforms, define content strategies to enable a successful online offer and guide organisations through the cultural change that comes when adopting digital. When people ask me what I do for a living, I reply ‘I make digital easy!’

With nearly 30 years’ experience in the infrastructure and networking marketplace, I have developed a solid technical background covering all disciplines relevant to my specialist field of communication infrastructures and technologies for the built environment. Coming from an engineering and pre-sales background, I cross trained as a PRINCE2 Practitioner. This helped me develop my understanding of clients’ business drivers and facilitated more strategic planning, allowing a more rounded view of technology projects. Wherever possible, I favour a hands-on and practical approach to project delivery. You can’t lead a team from the rear!

Virtuoso is an innovative IT consultancy and managed service provider with a focus on infrastructure management, service design, build and operation. We have partnered with Virtuoso to gain specialist ICT input on both the Cherwell District Council/South Northamptonshire Council and East Northamptonshire Council/Borough Council of Wellingborough ICT transformation programmes.    

Ammba Digital works with organisations to help them develop their digital presence. With a strong focus on innovation, they support the development of new platforms, channel frameworks and content management. We have worked closely with Ammba Digital on a number of projects, including the Library of Birmingham and the  Graven Hill website.

Bloom specialise in bringing together a community of buyers and suppliers to help the public sector buy and manage professional services better.  They deliver the NEPRO framework, which is a fully OJEU compliant procurement offering that is auditable at every step.  Entec Si is an accredited supplier through this procurement framework, enabling public sector customers to access our services quickly and efficiently, either through direct appointments or mini competitions.