Chris Richardson

Experience

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  HM Forces (ARMY) Corps of Royal Engineers

  Sept 1996 - Sept 2018

  Department head for logistic operations in a busy hybrid Army unit. Led a team of twenty-five specialists in the global logistic processes for the delivery of protected mobility, operational, and life sustainability equipment to a workforce of up to 650 personnel. Direct reports included 5 managers, and 30+ personnel in support of the CEO; project manager on high-value projects; SME on operations in challenging complex and multi-stakeholder environments.

  • Senior Operations / Senior Project Manager

    Jul 2014 - Sept 2018

  • Operations Manager (up to Rank of Staff Sergeant)

    Sept 1996 - Jul 2014
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  Bull Detailing (Auto Re-Finishing)

  May 2013 - Apr 2018

  Director

  I started a company that specialized in auto-refinishing and achieved fantastic results. I gained contracts with prestigious and luxury automotive brands and grew the company. I trained and employed 5 people part-time to an exceptional level. I wanted to take on new roles abroad after leaving the Army which meant that I had to close the business after 5 fantastic and very profitable years.

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  SH Structures

  Jun 2018 - Mar 2024

  Project Manager

  Deliver award-winning results on complex structural steel projects. Establish effective project governance to recognised methodologies, and manage the processes and systems used throughout project lifecycles.

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  Gleeds

  Mar 2024 - now

  Senior Project Manager

  Working on large-scale new build projects and complex CAT A, B, and C fit-out works across the North Region. Experience in Employer's Agent on D&B contracts, PM on NEC4 contracts, and Technical Advisor for the Department of Education, I’m also the senior PM for our Wakefield PMO. I work closely with programme leads, clients, consultants, and contractors to deliver high-quality services from inception to completion. My responsibilities also include preparing bids, mentoring teams, and supporting business objectives, all while maintaining strong customer relationships and adhering to high standards of communication and collaboration. Show less