Leighton Mitchell
Ascot,Berkshire
Summary
Offering strong organisational and leadership skills, with background in team collaboration and problem-solving. Knowledgeable about managing timelines and coordinating resources to meet project goals. Ready to use and develop communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills in project manager role.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager
JSM Group
Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
2023.11 - 2024.10
- Led the team of Site Manager, Supervisors, and civil teams for a Colt Telecom job in Hillingdon (13,500 km).
- Ensured effective resource allocation with meticulous project scheduling.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensured adherence to standards.
- Guided the development of project objectives, established clear performance expectations.
Production Manager (Operational Support)
Ipsum Group
Ely, Cambridgeshire
2023.05 - 2023.11
- Management and supervision of the operational support team.
- Streamlined production processes to enhance efficiency.
- Monitored and reported on the performance of site staff, including sub-contractors.
- Facilitated training sessions to improve staff skills.
- Implemented Ipsum Live jobs. Planning, briefing, executing, and evaluating. Ensuring it was utilised to its full capacity.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to promote team productivity.
- Complied with all industry regulations, ensuring legal operations.
- Led recruitment of staff members, overseeing selection, training and performance of new employees.
Civil Contracts Manager
Morrison Energy Services
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
2020.08 - 2023.05
- Responsible for a team of Project Managers, with overall responsibility for delivery to targets over multiple work streams and Civil delivery programmes on the UKPN Framework Contract.
- Oversaw daily operations and contract management for site teams.
- Built and sustained strong professional relationships with key stakeholders.
- Management of existing processes and systems to support effective contract management and collaborative delivery.
- Reduced disputes managing conflict resolution processes effectively within contractual frameworks.
- Trained junior staff members on contractual policies and procedures, improving team competence level overall.
- Understood and delivered contracts within agreed conditions and timeframes.
Civil Projects Manager
Morrison Energy Services
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
2016.03 - 2020.08
- Managed resources, carrying out personnel development reviews for over 20 staff.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement amongst team members encouraging innovative ideas and solutions.
- Managed complex projects ensuring timely completion and within budget.
- Enhanced team performance by providing continuous feedback and guidance.
- Streamlined communication across departments for seamless project execution.
- Conducted regular reviews of project progress with senior management.
- Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
Faults Manager for Bedford & Stevenage area
Morrison Energy Services
Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire
2015.01 - 2016.03
- Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.
- Optimised resource allocation for increased profits.
- Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
- Enforced safety regulations to reduce workplace accidents.
- Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
Cable Project Manager, Harlow (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
Harlow, Essex
2013.05 - 2015.01
- Managed a 12-kilometre cable project from cradle to grave
- Managed, monitored and reported on the performance of sub-contractors carrying out the job
- Produced weekly cost and performance reports.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Conducted workplace safety inspections whilst setting personal example for health and safety.
- Upheld stringent health and safety regulations for continued compliance with legislation.
BT Connections Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
Harold Wood, Havering
2012.01 - 2013.05
- Produced and managed the weekly works programme.
- Ensured all jobs were resourced correctly with labour, plant, and materials.
- Executed compliance, and health and safety audits.
- Delivered training and mentorship to team members, offering ongoing support with training and development needs.
Connections & Small Services Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2007.12 - 2012.01
- Validated all job packs received from the client
- Produced and managed the weekly works programme
- Ensured all jobs were resourced correctly with labour, plant and materials
- Attended various meetings with the client and councils
- Monitored teams & carried out safety and compliance audits.
- Conducted routine audits to maintain high-quality standards.
NRSWA Compliance Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
Harold Wood, Havering
2006.04 - 2007.12
- Managed a team of office and field-based staff, assigning them tasks and motivating them to meet deadlines
- Managed the defects and customer complaints received on the EDF contract
- Attended various meetings with the client and councils.
- Collaborated with senior management to establish effective compliance policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and resolved complaints to uphold positive company reputation.
- Reported on compliance performance to senior management.
StreetWorks Manager
Mouchel Parkman
Chelmsford, Essex
2003.08 - 2006.04
- Managed an administration team, helping Essex County Council control all street works activity on their network
- Improved system efficiency by implementing new software solutions.
StreetWorks Coordinator
Mouchel Parkman
Wokingham, Berkshire
2001.06 - 2003.08
- Worked alongside Wokingham District Council Street Works Team.
- Created and used PowerPoint presentations to provide summaries and additional information.
Logistics Coordinator
Kintetsu World Express
Bracknell, Bracknell Forest
2000.04 - 2001.06
- Ensured timely delivery by coordinating with transportation and warehouse teams.
Travelling overseas
1998.06 - 2000.04
- Travelling overseas to Australia and Indonesia
NRSWA Coordinator
Claybrook Engineering
Bracknell, Bracknell Forest
1997.01 - 1998.06
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
Education
GCSEs - English, Maths, PE, Science, Geography, French, Graphical Communications & Computer Studies.
Garth Hill School
Bracknell, Bracknell ForestSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Communication skills
- Project Management
- Construction Design Management (CDM)
- Health and Safety
- Managing up, down, and sideways
- Decision Making
- Commercial awareness
Accomplishments
- Successfully contract managed jobs and teams for Morrison Energy Services on behalf of UK Power Networks
- Introduced new procedures and cut response time to defects from 30 days to 7 days
- Initiated a street works / TMA 2004 community of practice within Mouchel Parkman
Personal Information
- Age: 50
- Date of birth: 08/16/74
- Marital status: Separated
Custom
- City & Guilds Advanced Certificate in Administration of Street Works Notices
- City & Guilds NRSWA supervisors qualification Unit 001,010,011,012,013,014,015,016
- ASET Certificate in Personal Development
- NEBS Introductory Team Leader Award
- ILM Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading
- NVQ Level 2 Team Leading
- ILM Level 3 Introductory Certificate in First Line Management
- BTEC Level 5 – Management studies
- IOSH – Managing safely in the Utilities Industry
- CITB – SMSTS
- CITB – Total Station for Construction
- IOSH – Utilities Temporary Works Co-ordinator – The Management & Supervision of Temporary Works
- NEBOSH – HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation
- Supervisors Health & Safety Awareness
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Manual Handling
- Fire Marshall
- Asbestos Awareness
- Risk Assessment Method Statement Writing
Certification
City & Guilds Advanced Certificate in Administration of Street Works Notices
City & Guilds NRSWA supervisors qualification Unit 001,010,011,012,013,014,015,016
ASET Certificate in Personal Development
NEBS Introductory Team Leader Award
ILM Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading
NVQ Level 2 Team Leading
ILM Level 3 Introductory Certificate in First Line Management
BTEC Level 5 – Management studies
IOSH – Managing safely in the Utilities Industry
CITB – SMSTS
CITB – Total Station for Construction
IOSH – Utilities Temporary Works Co-ordinator – The Management & Supervision of Temporary Works
NEBOSH – HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation
Supervisors Health & Safety Awareness
Emergency First Aid at Work
Manual Handling
Fire Marshall
Asbestos Awareness
Risk Assessment Method Statement Writing
Affiliations
- I have managed my sons football team from U7 to U16 & was part of executive committee for Spartak Saffron Walden, before merging with Saffron Walden Football Club.
- Live music, Travel, sports
Timeline
Project Manager
JSM Group
2023.11 - 2024.10
Production Manager (Operational Support)
Ipsum Group
2023.05 - 2023.11
Civil Contracts Manager
Morrison Energy Services
2020.08 - 2023.05
Civil Projects Manager
Morrison Energy Services
2016.03 - 2020.08
Faults Manager for Bedford & Stevenage area
Morrison Energy Services
2015.01 - 2016.03
Cable Project Manager, Harlow (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
2013.05 - 2015.01
BT Connections Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
2012.01 - 2013.05
Connections & Small Services Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
2007.12 - 2012.01
NRSWA Compliance Manager (Electric)
Morrison Energy Services
2006.04 - 2007.12
StreetWorks Manager
Mouchel Parkman
2003.08 - 2006.04
StreetWorks Coordinator
Mouchel Parkman
2001.06 - 2003.08
Logistics Coordinator
Kintetsu World Express
2000.04 - 2001.06
Travelling overseas
1998.06 - 2000.04
NRSWA Coordinator
Claybrook Engineering
1997.01 - 1998.06
GCSEs - English, Maths, PE, Science, Geography, French, Graphical Communications & Computer Studies.
Garth Hill School