Andrew Rowan

Experience

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  Thomas Cook

  Sept 1996 - Jun 2001

  Project Manager

  Thomas Cook / Travelex - September 1996 – October 2001 - Project ManagerImplementation Manager Jan 2000 – Jan 2001Responsible for implementation of a new FX on-line booking systemGained hands on experience in SiebelManaged a team of technical and business staff Responsible for Global ImplementationOther responsibilities included hardware and software configuration, data migration coordination, implementation budget control, cutover planning, 3rd party management and post implementation reviewsMillennium Test Centre Manager – August 1999 – Dec 1999Manager of the Thomas Cook Millennium Test CentreTeam leader for 15 technical analystsManage test platforms and testing slotsOverseas Project Manager Millennium September 1998 – August 1999Provide IT Project Management support to Thomas Cook overseas systems.Manage a team to renovate, test and implement systems to Y2K compliancyCovered 7 global regions and 80 systemsSuccessfully completed by 31st August 1999Developer/Project Manager September 1996 – September 1998Programmer using Access Basic, VB, SQL, Java. Expert user in Cognos MI Suite Show less

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  Virgin Media O2

  Apr 2022 - now

  Focal point for all VMO2 B2B Direct sales opportunities within Project Management, managing the entry and exits points within the process, ensuring the VMO2 B2B PMO process is adhered too during project delivery and the teams are working the same way in a consistent manner. This role is the gateway into Project & Programme management and will include Project Implementation acceptance, validating content and escalation if required, Project closure meetings, Project Internal Reviews, Lessons Learnt reviews, knowledge share and improvements. Authorisation/management of projects to be placed on hold until resolution, PSA management for projects in flight and governance updates, Audit compliance, continuous improvements to evolve to the teams and improve ways of working, Support PMO activities including reporting, governance, and control. Cross knowledge across the PMO activities ensuring ability to cover and no single point of failure.Key responsibilities & accountabilitiesManagement of the VM02 PMO Process to ensure controlled entry and exit points for Projects & Programmes teams on projects Ensuring governance and methodology adherence, working with Team and Project Managers to ensure that projects are delivering effectivelyBuild effective working relationships with relevant decision-makers in internal/ external organisations to support resolution of issues, escalations and support any change activitiesTo proactively manage key suppliers and stakeholders. Update internal tools to ensure records are accurate to support the production of weekly reporting and audit compliance.To ensure all projects are closed correctly with including financials, Systems and Service ManagementTeam administration of any chatter groups/mailboxes specific presales to ensure that all questions are responded to in a timely mannerAudit compliance both internal and external, ensuring content, material, process, and systems are being adhered to ensuring audit compliance Show less Virgin Media – Data Project Manger (Field Based ) October 2010 - PresentProject Manager for Virgin Media BusinessResponsible for the delivery of complex data and voice solutionsManage customer expectation in line with contract agreementFull project lifecycle management from contract sign off, agreeing Project Plan with customer, communication protocol, testing and post implementation reviewManage all financial aspects of delivery costs for all current project - ~£5m +Manage customer projects covering the midlands and the north of the UKBusiness Continuity Planning and Security Compliance lead for Projects and Programmes Management Department Show less

  • PMO Life-Cycle Manager

    Apr 2022 - now

  • Portfolio Project Manager

    Apr 2022 - Jun 2022