Dr Andrew Johnston
Winchester,Hampshire
Summary
Strategic Programme Manager with over 15 years’ experience in managing complex, high-value programmes across technology and business sectors. Proven track record in aligning programme strategies with organisational goals, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and driving effective transformation. Skilled at translating technical data into clear insights for decision-makers while leading diverse teams to deliver successful outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Programme manager
MoD
Salisbury, Wiltshire
03.2023 - Current
- Partnered with C-suite to develop programme strategy, aligning technology and delivery with business objectives.
- Provided clear reporting on risks and dependencies to support executive decision-making.
- Distilled detailed scientific data into key decision-making information for C-suite.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction.
- Championed business transformation approach that enhanced project delivery, efficiency by 25%.
- Identified programme pain points necessitating stakeholder engagement and consensus.
Senior project manager
MoD
London, City of Westminster
11.2018 - 03.2023
- Strengthened relationships between stakeholders and delivery teams, leading to complete customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated change management processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
- Delivered through-life management of projects up to £11m.
- Managed multiple cross functional teams, including mentoring four Project Managers.
- Secured additional £2m in funding over two years due to high customer satisfaction.
- Introduced tailored Agile methodology to PM community at request of Chief Delivery Officer, resulting in 22% decrease in overspend within 18 months.
Project manager
Cranfield University
Andover, Wiltshire
12.2015 - 11.2018
- Oversaw through-life management of two-year contract with US Government.
- Managed deliverables and implemented risks, and change controls to ensure project alignment.
- Led risk management and mitigation planning throughout contract lifecycle.
- Proactively identified and escalated issues to maintain delivery momentum.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Chemistry
Cranfield University
Cranfield 01.2013 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Statistical analysis in Defence Science
Cranfield University
Cranfield 09.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Sussex
Brighton 09.1999 - 06.2001
Skills
- Senior Stakeholder Engagement
- Programme Governance
- Strategic Planning
- Science & Technology Delivery
- Risk Management
- Business Transformation
- Leadership of Cross-Functional Teams
- Budget & Resource Management
- Change Management
- Agile Methodology
- Team Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- SC Cleared
Certification
- Agile Practitioner
- PRINCE2
- Contract Management Certified
Affiliations
- Rugby
- Medieval History
- Mountain Biking
- Jazz
References
References available upon request.
Values
LEADERSHIP | ENGAGEMENT | DELIVERY
Timeline
Programme manager
MoD
03.2023 - Current
Senior project manager
MoD
11.2018 - 03.2023
Project manager
Cranfield University
12.2015 - 11.2018
Doctor of Philosophy - Chemistry
Cranfield University
01.2013 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Statistical analysis in Defence Science
Cranfield University
09.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Sussex
09.1999 - 06.2001