Generally we have set procedures for the management of projects following the PRINCE2 process (click here to find out more https://www.prince2.com/uk/what-is-prince2). Day-to-day, typically some of my key tasks are: – Catching up on calls emails – Requesting Information from customers – Chasing designers for drawings – Liaising with manufacturing department – Review scope of projects – Pricing variations – Obtaining authority to progress to manufacture – Updating project programmes – Preparation of reports – Customer relations
What’s your favourite thing about working for Bailey?
Our culture of always driving to do better across the whole business.
What’s the most challenging aspect of your job and how do you overcome it?
The most challenging aspect is gathering sufficient information from customers to make a meaningful start on the design stage of a project. To get past this I support customers with regular, friendly reminders and make sure they understand the effect on the project programme if the information is not forthcoming.
What advice would you give to someone who would like to work as Project Manager
Become an apprentice at Bailey! The best way to learn is on the job and we have the expertise and experience to pass on.
What three words would you use to describe the company?
1. Open 2. Progressive 3. Willing
If you had to eat one meal, every day for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Pigeon and nettle pie…but if that’s not available I will settle for sticky toffee pudding and ice cream!
If you were stuck on an island what three things would you bring?
1. Satellite phone to call for help 2. Football made by Wilson 3. My survival grab bag.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I’m a qualified bush craft and survival instructor and have an MBA in Executive Leadership as I’ve always had a keen interest in team building, survival and resilience training. I also enjoy practical shotgun, rifle and pistol shooting.
What is on your bucket list?
To be stuck on a desert island!
If you were given a choice, where in the world would you like to go?
