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Olivia Grant Bsc (Hons) MRICS

London

Summary

Motivated project manager with experience delivering complex schemes as part of wider masterplan schemes, including a complex, cut and carve project. Knowledgeable about administering various JCT contracts under the role of Employer's Agent and managing and collaborating with the wider project team. Proven capability in managing project costs for large-scale schemes and driving project success through strategic planning and risk management.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project manager

AECOM
London
12.2023 - Current
  • Managed the planning application process in collaboration with the relevant design team members and planning consultants.
  • Prepared and administered a bespoke Pre-Construction Services Agreement.
  • Managed the appointment process for the relevant client monitoring team members.
  • Managed the project total development cost and wider capex, including forecasting anticipated spend and administering the payment process.
  • Chaired regular progress meetings and produced minutes.
  • Produced monthly development reports.
  • Supporting various APC candidates under the role of a supervisor.
  • Act as social value lead for the London Project Management Team, including developing a targeted work experience scheme, monitoring social value commitments and managing the delivery of a number of pro bono projects.


Graduate project manager

AECOM
London
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Supported the redesign of a scheme, including the appointment the design team, forecast of the total development cost and management of the design team from feasibility to RIBA Stage 3.
  • Supported the procurement process of a tier 1 contractor through a design and build procurement route.
  • Administered a JCT Design and Build 2016 Contract (with amendments).
  • Monitored site progress and prepared site inspection reports.
  • Supported the handover and Practical Completion of a project, including undertaking the snagging process.

Apprentice Project Manager

AECOM
London
09.2018 - 12.2022
  • Supported the management of the design team through RIBA Stage 2 and RIBA Stage 3.
  • Supported the planning application process.
  • Produced minutes and monthly reports.
  • Managed the preparation of various consultant appointments.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

University College of Estate Management
Reading
10.2018 - 12.2022

A-Levels - French (A), Maths (B), Chemistry (C)

King Alfred's Academy
Oxfordshire
09.2016 - 08.2018

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs (A*-B)

King Alfred's Academy
Oxfordshire
09.2011 - 08.2016

Skills

  • Holds professional membership with the RICS
  • Administration of various JCT contracts under the role of Employer's Agent
  • IT skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Deep understanding of managing project costs and forecasting anticipated spend
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Affiliations

  • In my spare time, I enjoy practicing aerial hoop and pushing myself out of my comfort zone to try more difficult moves. I also enjoy cooking and have an interest in travel.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project manager

AECOM
12.2023 - Current

Graduate project manager

AECOM
12.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

University College of Estate Management
10.2018 - 12.2022

Apprentice Project Manager

AECOM
09.2018 - 12.2022

A-Levels - French (A), Maths (B), Chemistry (C)

King Alfred's Academy
09.2016 - 08.2018

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs (A*-B)

King Alfred's Academy
09.2011 - 08.2016
Olivia Grant Bsc (Hons) MRICS