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Work history
Education
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Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Sample Projects & Customers
Volunteering
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Chris Dyer

Chris Dyer

Ringmer,East Sussex

Summary

Strategic and commercially astute executive with over two decades of leadership in infrastructure asset management across public and private sectors.


Proven track record of delivering sustainable growth, leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams, and driving digital transformation in complex, asset-intensive environments. Adept at engaging senior stakeholders, shaping policy, and delivering innovative, data-led solutions that enhance operational efficiency and long-term asset value.


Recognised for building trusted client relationships, securing high-value contracts, and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Experienced in expanding operations across the UK and international markets, establishing new service lines and partnerships that drive long-term value and market presence.


Skilled in developing product-centred, subscription-wrapped service models that combine software, consultancy, and data insights to deliver scalable, recurring value to clients. Passionate about advancing the future of infrastructure through technology, strategic insight, and purpose-driven leadership.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work history

Director - Asset Management

Norman Rourke Pryme (NRP) Ltd
London
09.2024 - Current
  • Sought and appointed to establish and lead a new Asset Management Practice and Department
  • Responsible for developing new asset management business plans to drive department growth from £0-2m+ in 3yrs.
  • Establishing partnerships with software providers to enhance market presence and accelerate growth through wrapped subscription services.
  • Initiated business development activities to expand opportunities with existing and new customers.
  • Cultivated trusted relationships across NRP leadership and customer base.
  • Created weighted pipeline with 2.5x conversion rate
  • Introduced new strategic consulting partner providing access to multiple large professional services contracts.

Asset Management Partner

Amey Digital Consulting
London
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Lead the asset management business unit with full P&L responsibility, overseeing strategy, revenue growth, team development, and international expansion.
  • Owned a diverse portfolio of clients including with clients including Heathrow, Transport for Wales, New Jersey Transit, New York MTA, and National Highways.
  • Spearheaded US market expansion and digital innovation initiatives.
  • Led seven-figure bids and custom advisory programs, contributing to significant revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions across transport infrastructure.
  • Represent Amey at industry forums and with senior stakeholders to shape policy and best practices.

Director Of Consultancy

Yotta Ltd
Royal Leamington Spa
03.2016 - 10.2021
  • Led the consultancy division, delivering strategic asset management services and implementing software solutions for local authorities and transport agencies nationally & internationally.
  • Developed and executed growth strategies, expanding the client base and increasing recurring revenue from £0.5m-3.5m over 4yrs before expanding the offering.
  • Championed the adoption of digital tools and data analytics to enhance asset lifecycle planning.
  • Built and mentored a high-performing team of consultants and technical experts.
  • Key contributor to product development, ensuring alignment with market needs and regulatory frameworks.

Head of Asset Management

East Sussex County Council
Lewes
11.2011 - 02.2016
  • Progressed through multiple roles, culminating in Head of Asset Management with responsibility for a £40m+ annual budget.
  • Directed strategic planning, contract governance, and performance management for highways and infrastructure assets.
  • Led cross-departmental initiatives to improve service delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Introduced innovative asset management practices, resulting in revenue cost savings, significant capital investment and improved asset condition.
  • Represented the council in regional and national forums, influencing policy and funding decisions.

Senior Contracts Engineer

East Sussex County Council
Lewes
09.2007 - 10.2011
  • Supported delivery of a £2.5m/month, 7-year Highway Maintenance Contract
  • Monitored KPIs, processed payments, and produced performance reports
  • Led audits and internal conflict resolution
  • Provided contract advice and training
  • Maintained key relationships and ensured timely project delivery

Reactive Maintenance Engineer (Secondment)

East Sussex County Council
Lewes
06.2008 - 01.2009
  • Responsible for a budget of £1.5m to carry out reactive highway maintenance activities.
  • Responsible for a team of highway safety inspectors and maintenance technicians.

Design Engineer

East Sussex County Council
Lewes
09.2005 - 08.2007
  • Responsible for designing highway engineering solutions from Feasibility studies to Detailed Designs.
  • Priced up all work for the contractor to deliver, authorising payments through delivery.
  • Attended site visits to advise construction staff on design details.

Engineering Technical Assistant

Wealden District Council
Crowborough
03.2002 - 08.2005
  • Providing engineering advice and solutions to customers of the District Council.
  • Including Planning Issues, Grounds & Parks, Housing & Car Parks.

Senior Engineering Technician

Owen Williams Consultants
Lewes
08.1999 - 03.2002
  • Responsible for designing highway engineering solutions from Feasibility studies to Detailed Designs.
  • Attended site visits to advise construction staff on design details.
  • Line Manager to the CAD/Drafting Team.
  • Completed any HNC in Civil Engineering

Engineering Technician

Hemsley Orrell Partnership
Brighton
09.1995 - 07.1997
  • Undertaking building surveys, drafting CAD plans and undertaking drawing office duties for structural engineers whilst completing an ONC in Civil Engineering.

Education

MSc - Highway Engineering Management

Brighton University
Brighton and Hove
01/2015 - 07/2017

HNC - Civil Engineering

Guildford College
Guildford, Surrey
09/2002 - 06/2004

ONC/B-Tech - Civil Engineering

Brighton College
Brighton and Hove
09/1997 - 06/1999

IAM Diploma - Asset Management

Institute of Asset Management
2018 -

CMI Level 5 Certificate - Leadership & Management

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
2015 -

PRINCE2 Project Management Practitioner - Project Management

Axelos
2015 -

Miller Heiman Sales Training - Sales Leadership

Korn Ferry
07/2023 -

Sandler Sales Training - Consultancy Sales

Sandler
06/2022 -

Solution Selling - Product Sales

Selling Sciences
2016 -

GCSEs - 9 GCSE's

Chailey Secondary School
Lewes East Sussex
1990 - 1995

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Revenue Generation
  • Board-Level Communication
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Talent Development and Team Growth
  • P&L Management
  • Strategic Asset Management

    • Experienced Sectors:

  • Highways - with Credibility
  • Rail
  • Aviation
  • Built Environment
  • Utilities

Accomplishments

  • Queen's Scout Award
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold
  • Team Member shortlisted for Consultant of the Year 2024 with Management Consulting Awards (MCA)

Affiliations

  • Member Institute of Asset Management (MIAM)
  • Member Chartered Institute Highways & Transportation (MCIHT)

References

References available upon request.

Sample Projects & Customers

Westminster City Council (WCC) (NRP)

Asset Management, Audit & Compliance Contract. Responsible for developing and implementing the asset management maturity plans for WCC acting as independent advisor across the TMC & Professional Services Contracts.

Heathrow Airport (Amey)

Governance Role overseeing re-accreditation of ISO55000

Transport for Wales (Amey)

Oversaw the creation of a new Rail Condition Monitoring (RCM) Strategy in preparation of new asset management systems replacement.

New Jersey Transit, NJTransit - USA (Amey)

Transformation Project to cut $600m out of a $2.5bn operating budget to assist the Agency evolve into a modern comprehensive transit system. Responsible for the Asset Management & Capital Workstream.

New York Metropolitan Transport Authority, MTA (Amey)

Led the bid that has been shortlisted to implement & configure a new Bentley Decision Support Tool (DST) for all Subways Track Infrastructure. Together with developing a 20yr Capital Investment Plan. Named as Executive Lead. (Award Pending)

New Zealand Transport Authority (Yotta/Causeway)

Oversaw Implementation of a Decision Support Tool for their Strategic Road Network

National Highways (Yotta/Causeway)

Responsible for Oversight of National Decision Support Tool in SES validating Capital Investment Performance through to ORR.

Volunteering

Chair of Trustees for King's Church Lewes

Timeline

Director - Asset Management

Norman Rourke Pryme (NRP) Ltd
09.2024 - Current

Asset Management Partner

Amey Digital Consulting
11.2021 - 08.2023

Director Of Consultancy

Yotta Ltd
03.2016 - 10.2021

Head of Asset Management

East Sussex County Council
11.2011 - 02.2016

Reactive Maintenance Engineer (Secondment)

East Sussex County Council
06.2008 - 01.2009

Senior Contracts Engineer

East Sussex County Council
09.2007 - 10.2011

Design Engineer

East Sussex County Council
09.2005 - 08.2007

Engineering Technical Assistant

Wealden District Council
03.2002 - 08.2005

Senior Engineering Technician

Owen Williams Consultants
08.1999 - 03.2002

Engineering Technician

Hemsley Orrell Partnership
09.1995 - 07.1997

MSc - Highway Engineering Management

Brighton University
01/2015 - 07/2017

HNC - Civil Engineering

Guildford College
09/2002 - 06/2004

ONC/B-Tech - Civil Engineering

Brighton College
09/1997 - 06/1999

IAM Diploma - Asset Management

Institute of Asset Management
2018 -

CMI Level 5 Certificate - Leadership & Management

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
2015 -

PRINCE2 Project Management Practitioner - Project Management

Axelos
2015 -

Miller Heiman Sales Training - Sales Leadership

Korn Ferry
07/2023 -

Sandler Sales Training - Consultancy Sales

Sandler
06/2022 -

Solution Selling - Product Sales

Selling Sciences
2016 -

GCSEs - 9 GCSE's

Chailey Secondary School
1990 - 1995

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