Mark WrightProject Manager

(M) 07516 633881 | Mark@Ordin8.co.ukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ordin8

Professional Profile

Highly-motivated and proactive IT Project Manager and Technical Designer educated to degree level with a proven record of achievement specialising in business IT hardware/software system implementation, renewable energy, commercial lighting solutions, infrastructure maintenance and project management across multiple sectors within the UK and internationally. Adaptable and innovative leader with a solid background in implementing strategies to promote best practice and improve existing IT systems; able to effectively manage cross-functional teams to meet project requirements. Commands verifiable experience in successfully delivering technical strategy projects, ensuring timescales and budgets are met whilst meeting regulatory compliance and quality standards. A pragmatic communicator; able to negotiate and influence strategic decisions and establish collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, stakeholders and senior managers; seeking a challenging new Project Management role.

Notable Career/Project Highlights

The National Blood Service (Stralfors): Played a pivotal role in the successful delivery of this project which had an aim of offering a fast turnaround

printing and emailing service in respect of donor data; resulting in increased attendance at blood drives. Developed a web-based in-house job scheduling system that allowed Account Managers to control and prioritise

NBS jobs that were sent for printing which resulted in increased flexibility and improved customer service.

Danske Bank (Stralfors): Successfully delivered a secure print on demand and process automation project (£150k - £300k) ensuring high

level security, additional audit checks and a more efficient job processing cycle; resulting in an increase in work for Stralfors to meet business development goals.

TD Waterhouse (Stralfors): Managed the development of software systems, set up secure communication links and ensured processing of

data on a same-day basis to prevent financial penalties from the FSA; resulting in TD Waterhouse being able to develop their share trading certification business and provided Stralfors with a three-year contract for the provision of the work.

AON Risk (Stralfors): Directed and delivered a large scale project incorporating data processing, print on demand and a web-based job

management system (£150k - £300k); managing the development of software systems, setting up secure communication links between AON sites and supporting processing of UK warranty certificates from AON through their print centre in Redruth.

The project meant that certificates were digitally printed on demand which was an innovative solution and resulted in same-day production and increased cashflow.

British Telecom (Stralfors): Oversaw delivery of an electronic stock ordering and transport scheduling project (£500k – £1m) on a national

scale; utilising electronic data interchange (EDI) standards to move transactional data between Stralfors and BT Print Centres across the UK.

The outcome of this project was a reduction in stock holding, transport costs and stock wastage as well as providing added value management information to the flagship customer.

Received nomination in three categories of the BT Investment in Excellence Awards as a result of the project.

Cornwall Farmers Ltd: Played a pivotal role in the deployment of a Retail Point of Sale and Communications Network (£500k - £1m);

overseeing the successfully deployment of a computerised point of sale, stock control and management information across retail and wholesale divisions for the group.

Designed and implemented a communications network between branches and Head Office; testing the quality and reliability to ensure efficient computerised system processes. The project resulted in significant cost savings through a reduction in manpower as well as an increase in cashflow by more efficient statement production.

Oversaw and coordinated a project for Machinery Sales and Service Scheduling to deploy a complex communications network through using specialised software for the sale and service management of agricultural machinery; achieving cost reductions, improved customer service and improved scheduling.

Key Skills

IT Project Management: Commands a solid background in IT project management with over 20 years experience in overseeing full project lifecycle specialising in: computer networking & telephony software development, management information systems, solar energy (Thermal and PV), LED Lighting, business strategy, infrastructure solutions and deployment, quality management, ISO standards, HSE regulations and environmental management; with a proven record in delivering multi-national projects and work within specified budgets and timescale.

Management: An innovative and motivational manager with verifiable experience in: transformation and change management; tender management; process streamlining; management accountancy; technical design; Enterprise Database and Finance Management; quality assurance; and operational strategy.

Strategic Problem Solving and Planning: Innovative and proactive planner with astute problem solving skills. Able to successfully formulate solutions and strategies to ensure company objectives are met.

Communication: Has strong communication, negotiation and relationship management capabilities; able to build and manage relationships at board level and with stakeholders to ensure needs are addressed.

Software Packages: Fully proficient in a range of software packages including: Compac Gold (modular management system designed for agriculture retail and wholesale); Ibcos Gold (modular management system designed for agriculture machinery sales & servicing); Optimus 2020 (modular management system designed for the printing industry); SUN Accounts; ISIS Papyrus.

Technical: Experienced in: MS SQL Server; MS Visual Basic; HTML/XML; MS Server; VM Ware; MS Virtual Server; MS Office; Open Office; MS Excel Programming; MS Access Programming; Google Apps for Business.

Career History

2013 – Present Technical Project Manager/Design Consultant Energes Facilities Management Ltd

Key Responsibilities: Provide project management and technical design consultancy for solar, LED lighting and low-energy commercial

electrical projects ensuring compliance with BS regulatory standards and MCS. Establish and maintain relationships with clients to identify needs and recommend appropriate solutions to

facilitate achievement of business development and profitability objectives. Ensure HSE standards are consistently met throughout project lifecycle. Design and deliver technical projects in line with specifications, timelines and budgets.

2013 – 2016 Environmental Management Consultant Resussed Ltd

Key Responsibilities: Provided management consultancy to businesses seeking to improve their financial, environmental and social

sustainability; working closely with clients to understand needs and recommend appropriate solutions. Ensured regulatory compliance ISO9001 & ISO14001.

2004 – 2013 Managing Director Piran Technologies Ltd

Key Responsibilities: Spearheaded several initiatives to support businesses in adopting Cloud Computing solutions to enable improved

control and management of resources, resulting in a reduction in capital outlay and energy overheads.

Coordinated and led Microsoft an Cisco Data and Communications projects ensuring compliance with regulations, budgets and timelines.

Oversaw and coordinated the day to day running of this company including developing strategic plans, and managing operations, financial and product development functions.

Devised and executed business, sales and marketing strategies to achieve sales, growth and revenue targets. Managed all financial functions including P&L budgets and forecasting. Developed and maintained relationships with clients, stakeholders and suppliers.

Early Career Summary

2004 Operations Director AC Systems Ltd

1996 – 2004 UK Group Management Accountant/IT Manager Stralfors PLC

1991 – 1996 Assistant Accountant & IT Manager Cornwall Farmers Ltd

Education and Professional Development

2012 – 2017 BSc (Hons) Environmental Management & Technology The Open University

2010 NVQ Level 4 CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing) Cornwall College

1992 – 1994 NVQ Level 4 Accounting (MAAT) Cornwall College

1992 – 1994 A-Levels: Social Biology; Chemistry; Physics Truro College

Professional Training

PRINCE2 Fundamentals & PractitionerMB2-702 MS Dynamics CRM 2013 DeploymentMB2-703 MS Dynamics CRM 2013 Customisation & ConfigurationMB2-704 MS Dynamics CRM Application646-206 CSE Cisco Express Foundation Sales Specialist646-048 ARSAM Cisco Routing & Switching Sales Specialist648-385 Cisco Express Foundation Field SpecialistCity & Guilds Level 2 in Resource Efficiency & SustainabilityCity & Guilds Level 2 in Fundamental Inspection & Testing of Electrical InstallationsCity & Guilds Level 3 in Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2008City & Guilds Level 3 in Inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT)City & Guilds Level 3 in Installation & Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic SystemsEAL Level 3 in Initial Verification & Certification of Electrical InstallationsEAL Level 3 in Periodic Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical InstallationsCSCS Health, Safety & Environmental Specialist SupervisorDEFRA Carbon Literacy Foundation, Enhanced & ProcurementNICEIC Emergency Lighting DesignNICEIC Fire Alarm Design

References Available on Request