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Dave Blythe

Portsmouth,Hampshire

Summary

Accomplished project management professional with extensive expertise in Prince2 methodology and programme governance. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Project and MSP, ensuring efficient project execution and delivery. Committed to leveraging skills in PRINCE 2 to drive successful project outcomes and support organisational goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Programme manager

Portsmouth City Council
Portsmouth, Hampshire
04.2019 - 01.2025
  • Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of programme management processes.
  • Managed complex projects for successful completion within stipulated deadlines.
  • Improved team efficiency by fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Resolved critical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to programme timelines.
  • Delivered high-quality outcomes with strict adherence to quality standards.
  • Leveraged technology tools for efficient task tracking and reporting.
  • Achieved streamlined operations by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Drafted detailed reports, documenting project progress and effectiveness.
  • Aligned all project activities to business goals for maximum impact.
  • Boosted stakeholder satisfaction with consistent communication and updates.
  • Established clear goals and benchmarks to measure project success.
  • Developed comprehensive programme plans to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Coordinated with different departments, ensuring seamless execution of projects.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership, aligning project goals with corporate strategy.
  • Championed customer-focused initiatives, improving client satisfaction rates.
  • Led cross-functional teams for improved overall performance.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement amongst team members through regular feedback sessions.
  • Executed risk assessment strategies to mitigate potential project threats.
  • Facilitated training sessions for enhancing team skills and productivity.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective solutions for the company.
  • Monitored project budgets, scrutinising expenditures and recommending cost-effective measures.
  • Evaluated programme outcomes against predefined objectives, providing insights for future planning.
  • Drove team performance and improvements in diverse, inclusive working culture.
  • Established consensus across diverse stakeholder group for alignment with programme goals.
  • Collaborated with senior stakeholders and external partners, influencing direction in complex environments.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for optimising performance and efficiency in transformation programmes.
  • Set team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance for optimum results.
  • Applied impact and gravitas in influencing decision-making and programme direction.
  • Led transformation programmes, establishing clear vision and standards for success.
  • Spearheaded cultural shifts to enhance success and benefit realisation of transformation initiatives.
  • Coordinated program initiatives, aligning project activities with organisational goals for streamlined execution.
  • Implemented proactive changes to programme operations to best meet goals.
  • Monitored and reported on ongoing projects to help achieve departmental targets.
  • Implemented operational business plans, establishing priorities and recommending improvements.
  • Measured compliance to existing policies.

PMO manager

Office For National Statistics
Fareham, Hampshire
06.2015 - 06.2019
  • Facilitated training sessions to enhance team competency skills.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives with senior stakeholders.
  • Championed best practice methodologies within the PMO department leading to increased efficiency.
  • Drove change management initiatives within the organisation successfully whilst managing resistance from various quarters.
  • Conducted risk assessments for timely mitigation of potential issues.
  • Enhanced project visibility by creating detailed progress reports.
  • Communicated effectively with teams to align on objectives and deliverables.
  • Identified areas of improvement through regular process audits, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Collaborated proactively with IT departments for seamless integration of new systems into existing infrastructure.
  • Played a pivotal role in budget planning and cost control for multiple projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimisation of resources at all times.
  • Worked closely with business leads for timely resolution of critical issues impacting project timelines and deliverables.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to understand needs better and develop tailored solutions accordingly.
  • Ensured adherence to quality standards in all project phases, maintaining high levels of professionalism.
  • Managed end-to-end delivery of large-scale projects, enhancing operational productivity.
  • Established an effective communication plan with stakeholders, increasing clarity and understanding across the board.
  • Streamlined project management processes to improve efficiency.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
  • Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Business admin

Open
Uk
03/1995 -

Skills

  • Prince2 methodology expertise
  • Microsoft project proficiency
  • Project Management
  • Programme governance
  • MSP
  • PRINCE 2

Affiliations

  • Cricket
  • Reading

Certification

Portfolio Management

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)

PRINCE2

Timeline

Programme manager

Portsmouth City Council
04.2019 - 01.2025

PMO manager

Office For National Statistics
06.2015 - 06.2019

Master of Business Administration - Business admin

Open
03/1995 -

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