1. BRIAN WILLIAMS
26 Hawthorn Road
New Moston
Manchester M40 3RH
Tel. 07814 427129
CAREER PROFILE
A forward thinking, knowledgeable and experienced company manager. A solid background in
commercial, contractual and general management. This includes engineering, procurement,
budgets, project controls and subcontracts including mechanical and construction, in Process
Control/Safety Systems and Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Able to multitask offering Project
leadership on portfolios of both small and larger projects. Skilful at evaluating problems and
communicating possible solutions. Excellent communication and motivational skills with both
internal and external suppliers and clients.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
• Improvement of team efficiency-by application of lateral thinking techniques to evaluate, set goals
and reach conclusions.
• Quick and effective integration into working teams to facilitate and increase productivity.
• Successful negotiation and presentation of bids to gain new Project Management contracts.
• Proven track record of delivering results on time and within budget.
• Added value to organisations through improved efficiency, cost control and problem solving.
KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• HND Endorsement - Engineering Analysis
• HNC Distinction - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Certified Quality Auditor to BS EN ISO 9001
• Windows 95-98/NT: MS Word, Excel, Project and Schedule+
• DVA Security Regulator SC cleared until 02/05/2020
• CDM Regulations 2015 General Training completed July 2015
CAREER SUMMARY
Bilfinger IAS (formally ATG), Project Manager (Contract) Aug. 2014 – to date
Cavendish Nuclear, Project Manager (Contract) Aug. 2009 – July 2014
AMEC, Project Manager (Contract) July 2008 – April 2009
Tyco, Principal Project Manager June 2000 –June 2008
Railtrack, Project Development Manager (sponsors agent) (Contract) Jan. 2000 – June 2000
SLS Engineering, Project Manager Sept. 1998 - Jan. 2000
Datel Technology, Project Manager June 1998 - Sept. 1998
Thurnall plc, Project Manager July 1997 - May. 1998
AMEC, Project Co-ordinator (Contract) Sept. 1996 – July 1997
Able Systems, Quality Manager Dec. 1995 - Sept. 1996
GEC Alsthom, Senior Project Engineer (Contract) Nov. 1993 - Dec. 1995
LPL Electrical, General Manager Mar. 1991 - Nov. 1993
Siemens plc, Project Manager Feb. 1990 - Mar. 1991
GEC Industrial Controls, Section Leader 1979 - 1990
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2. CAREER HISTORY
Bilfinger IAS (Formally AT Group), Haydock Manchester Aug. 2014 – to present
• Delivery of multi discipline projects from initiation to successful handover to clients covering all
aspects such as safety, quality, technical & commercial.
• Frameworks projects for United Utilities, Wastewater treatment works.
• Cavendish Nuclear – MENSA , Sellafield & AWE – MENSA , nuclear and nuclear defence
projects.
• Bids /proposals management and BIAS general management duties.
Cavendish Nuclear (Formally Babcock Nuclear), Irlam Manchester Aug. 2009 – July 2014
• ACCORD Alliance MDDH framework delivery to the detailed design gate (was FEL3) of the
multi-discipline design (Mechanical, Process, CS&A, CE&I, Ventilation and Space
Management), for the BEPPS & CIEF then DIF buildings at Sellafield.
• Provided support role to the ACCORD Engineering Manager (AMEC then Cavendish).
• Coordination of multi discipline Sellafield B38 - MSSS Drawing Improvement Project, under the
DSA. Based at Sellafield Risley.
• Management of the Cavendish commercial/contractual elements, including internal reporting.
AMEC (Formerly NNC), Booths Hall Knutsford July 2008 – April 2009
• Management of a number of projects for British Energy under the Tier 1 alliance.
• Included BCD & GAM improvement programme for Dungeness, Hartlepool, Hinkley Point,
Heysham and Torness, drought impact assessments at Heysham, PICA 4963 & Hartlepool,
PICA5931 and seismic assessment for Heysham 1 MCW culverts.
• Support to sales for tendering work.
Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions, Manchester June 2000 – June 2008
• Transferred to Fire Systems in Sept 2007 working on fire detection and protection solutions..
• Promoted to Contracts Manager for the new Control Systems Division in December 2001.
• Management of all major sub contracts and teams to drive performance and analyse risk.
• Production and monitoring of programmes and s curves and overall co-ordination of project.
• Overall management from Feb 2001 – compiled & presented variations and became official single
point of contact reporting to General Manager.
• Projects include £10m Alwyn Oil platform System Upgrade, Oil and Gas, Nuclear up to £800k at
both Sellafield and Wylfa, Scottish /Wessex Water/UU Orthoposphoric acid water dosing
systems, Kimberly Clark (effluent) wastewater chemical dosing and a Methadone Plant utilising
various PLC/SCADA/Safety System solutions Fire detection and protection and MCC’s &
control panels including design.
Railtrack North West Zone, Manchester Jan. 2000 – June 2000
• Management of interface between Business Development & Project Delivery for successful
delivery of infrastructure projects. Communication skills and business acumen employed.
• Extensive co-ordination and planning skills utilised, problems evaluated and resolved.
• Projects include Lime Street CIS & buffer stops, Weaste Branch re-instatement, electrical & plant
renewal; transformer, UPS & feeder cables, DC conductor rail, signalling & track renewals.
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CAREER HISTORY cont’d
3. SLS Engineering, Halton Sept. 1998- Jan. 2000
• Management of hardware and software design, procurement, MCC panel manufacture and PLC/
SCADA solutions utilising Modicon, Allen Bradley & Factory Link for Barnhurst STW & BNG
Sellafield.
• Improved working practices within software department and audited to ISO9001 & Tick IT.
• Used strong contractual skills to improve overall financial status and basis of projects.
Datel Technology, Preston June 1998-Sept. 1998
• Co-ordinated business development to secure Railway CIS and CCTV systems business.
• Support and marketing of proposals to gain Project Management elements of new business.
Thurnall plc., Irlam July 1997-April 1998
• Compiled and completed retrospective variations, actioned responses and ultimately dealt with
QS on existing BNFL WVP Modicon PLC, full life cycle hardware and software solution.
• Improved efficiency of team by applying lateral/forward thinking to evaluate and set goals and so
reach conclusions. Mentor on all contractual and commercial related issues.
• Other projects covered feasibility study, URS and FDS. Modicon and Mitsubishi PLC, In Touch
and MX32 SCADA. Overview course provided by USDATA, on Factory Link.
AMEC Construction (Design and Management), Sale Sept. 1996-July 1997
Project Co-ordinator, Lantau and Airport Railway ECS-Hong Kong
• Monitoring, planning and verifying performance for PLC software and hardware.
• PLC and Pneumatic panel review, inspection and witness testing at supply sites.
• Witness of integrated Allen Bradley software using PICS simulation.
• Audits of quality applied against ISO 9001 and 9000-3 (Tick IT).
• Integrated effectively into an established team to support, facilitate and encourage team to
increase efficiency and productivity for completion of projects to customer satisfaction.
Able Systems, Northwich Dec. 1995-Sept. 1996
Quality Manager - Mini Printer and Interface Manufacturers
• Modified and improved working practices.
• Supplier assessments, audits, statistical analysis and project co-ordination support.
• Retained registration to ISO 9002, after May 1996 four year major re-assessment by ASTA.
GEC Alsthom Electromechanical, Trafford Park Nov. 1993-Dec. 1995
Senior Project Engineer, PowerGen, Connahs Quay 1452 MW CCGT Power Station
• Tender analysis. Management of sub-contract equipment manufacture and material deliveries.
• Maintaining budgets for Bailey Infi 90 DCS, software, C & I equipment, Telecoms & LAN.
• Co-ordination of design information.
• Interfacing with internal and external clients on Electrical, Mechanical and Civil issues.
LPL Electrical Services, Widnes March 1991-Nov. 1993
• Deputy to Managing Director.
• Liaison with PLC software and hardware design, CAD, purchasing, panel manufacture and
installation departments.
• Implemented then maintained BS 5750 Part 1. Gained initial registration with NQA in 1992.
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CAREER HISTORY cont’d
4. Siemens plc, Manchester – Airport Systems Feb. 1990-March 1991
• Involved in design, procurement, construction, installation of conveyor systems and Simatic S5
PLC/MIS control solutions for baggage handling, ground power and lighting, up to £3 million.
GEC Industrial Controls, Kidsgrove 1979 - 1990
The following positions covered contracts for Food, Automotive and Beverage industries.
Section Leader - CAPS Contracts Department
• Provided sales and order forecasts.
• Established and implemented contract cost and forecast review procedures.
Senior Contracts Engineer - CAPS
• Set up new contracts department.
Senior Sales Engineer - Control and Process Systems (CAPS)
• Progressing, administration of tender production and sales support.
Senior Contracts Engineer - GEM 80
• Handled large ‘blue-chip’ company projects, in both UK and abroad, up to £1 million.
Contracts Engineer - GEM 80
Technician Apprenticeship
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth 3rd June 1963. Health Good, non-smoker.