Project Management and Delivery

An experienced project manager for organisations needing independent, hands-on support to deliver defined projects and funded programmes.

From community initiatives and funded programmes to operational improvements and organisational projects, I provide practical, hands-on project and programme delivery support.

With over 30 years’ experience across the public, private and third sectors, I work with organisations that need someone experienced to take responsibility for planning, coordinating and delivering defined pieces of work.

Whether you’re commissioning a new project, managing an established programme or need additional capacity to deliver against agreed objectives, I bring the experience, structure and practical approach to keep work moving.

Independent Project & Programme Support

Successful projects need more than a plan. They need someone who understands the objectives, can bring the right people together, manage the detail and maintain momentum from initial planning through to completion.

I work independently or alongside existing teams, taking responsibility for delivery plans, budgets, resources, stakeholder coordination, monitoring and reporting. My focus is on establishing a practical route to delivery and ensuring work progresses towards agreed outcomes.

What I Can Help With

Project & programme delivery services

Project Planning & Development

Establishing clear objectives, realistic delivery plans and the structures needed to move work forward.

~ Project scoping and development

~ Delivery plans, timelines and milestones

~ Resource planning and budget development

~ Risk identification and management

~ Reporting and governance arrangements

~ Practical implementation plans

Project Management & Delivery

Taking responsibility for the coordination and implementation of agreed projects.

~ Day-to-day project management

~ Delivery schedules and priorities

~ Coordination of teams, suppliers and delivery partners

~ Progress monitoring against objectives

~ Management of risks, issues and changing requirements

~ Delivery records, documentation and handover

Programme Coordination & Management

Supporting programmes involving multiple projects, delivery partners or workstreams.

~ Programme planning and coordination

~ Interconnected activities and timelines

~ Internal teams and external partners

~ Programme milestones and deliverables

~ Reporting and accountability processes

~ Governance and review meetings

Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement

Working collaboratively with the people and organisations involved in delivery.

~ Stakeholder identification and engagement

~ Partnership coordination and communications

~ Meetings, workshops and consultations

~ Liaison with local authorities, community organisations and delivery partners

~ Collaborative working arrangements

Monitoring, Reporting & Evaluation

Providing information to understand progress, demonstrate outcomes and meet reporting requirements.

~ Monitoring project activity and performance

~ Tracking milestones and agreed outputs

~ Collecting and organising delivery data

~ Progress reports and updates

~ Funder reporting requirements

~ Evaluation activity and final reports

Operational & Implementation Support

Helping organisations turn agreed strategies, plans and decisions into practical activity.

~ Translating objectives into delivery plans

~ Project processes and workflows

~ Implementation coordination

~ Operational improvements

~ Documentation and reporting systems

~ Transitions and process changes

Supporting Funded Projects & Programmes

Funded programmes bring particular responsibilities. Alongside delivering the work itself, organisations need to demonstrate progress, manage resources carefully, maintain accurate records and provide evidence of outcomes.

I have experience working within funded projects and programmes, supporting delivery activity, partnership coordination, monitoring and reporting. I understand the importance of clear documentation, agreed milestones and ensuring activity remains aligned with funding objectives.

I can support organisations from project development through to delivery and final reporting, or provide additional capacity at a particular stage of an existing programme.

Sectors & Organisations I Work With

Local Authorities & Public Sector Organisations

Local initiatives, commissioned projects and programmes requiring structured implementation and reporting.

Charities & Voluntary Organisations

Additional project management and operational capacity for funded programmes, community services and organisational initiatives.

Environmental & Community Programmes

Projects involving volunteers, community organisations, delivery partners and public sector stakeholders.

Partnerships & Collaborative Initiatives

Multi-organisation projects where coordination, communication and shared accountability are essential.

Training & Service Organisations

Development and implementation of services, training programmes, operational improvements and organisational projects.

Recent Projects

Retained Operations

Delivered a retained environmental programme coordinating campaigns, partnerships and funded initiatives across Cornwall.

Programme and campaign delivery, Clean Cornwall

Organisation: Clean Cornwall
Role: Project Lead. I lead delivery across the programme under the CRCC umbrella.

The context


Following the successful delivery of the commissioned rural transport project, I was asked to remain on in a retained capacity to lead Clean Cornwall and deliver its growing programme of environmental and community initiatives.

What I do


I coordinate and deliver multiple concurrent campaigns and workstreams, including:

Access for All, focused on inclusive environmental events and participation

The Blue Litter Project, supporting the collection and mapping of marine and coastal waste and plastic pollution.

Pubs as Hubs, working with local venues to support environmental awareness.

Planning and delivery of a Network Summit, bringing together councils, partners and volunteer groups

My role involves operational coordination, stakeholder management, campaign delivery, reporting and maintaining clear delivery structures to support consistent work over time.

Outcome


Clean Cornwall operates with clear delivery processes, coordinated partnerships and an evidence-led approach to campaigning. The retained arrangement provides continuity, accountability and momentum across multiple initiatives, without reliance on ad hoc support.

Commissioned Project

Led a commissioned transport research project from consultation through to evidence-based recommendations.

Rural transport research programme

Organisation: Cornwall Rural Community Charity (CRCC)
Engagement: Fixed-term contract
Role: Rural Transport Enabler

Challenge


CRCC commissioned a fixed-term piece of work to build a robust evidence base on rural transport challenges in West Penwith, to support future decision-making and the development of practical solutions.

What I delivered


I designed and delivered a large-scale community consultation, surveying over 1,000 residents to gather detailed insight into transport access, connectivity and barriers faced by rural communities. I analysed the data and produced a comprehensive written report, setting out findings, themes and implications.

The findings were presented at a multi-agency stakeholder roundtable, bringing together local authorities, community organisations and delivery partners.

Outcome


The report now forms part of a live evidence base being used to explore and develop solutions to a recognised rural transport issue. The work was delivered to a defined scope, within a fixed timeframe, with clear outputs and handover at completion.

How I Work

01 Understand the requirements

Review objectives, intended outcomes, stakeholders, resources and existing arrangements. For work already underway, establish the current position and immediate priorities.

02  Establish a Delivery Plan

Develop or refine the scope, responsibilities, milestones, resources, risks and reporting requirements into a workable structure.

03  Coordinate & Deliver

Manage agreed activities, coordinate people and resources, address challenges and maintain progress against the plan.

04  Monitor & Report

Track progress and provide clear updates appropriate to the organisation, project and commissioning requirements.

05  Complete & Handover

Address agreed deliverables, documentation and reporting requirements, with a structured handover where appropriate.

Why Work With Me?

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With more than 30 years’ experience across different sectors and organisational environments, I combine structured project management with a willingness to get involved in the detail.

Projects involve people, competing priorities, limited resources, changing circumstances and responsibilities beyond the immediate delivery team. My approach is collaborative, dependable and focused on agreed outcomes.

When you work with me, you work directly with the person responsible for delivering the assignment.

Let's Discuss Your Project

Whether you’re preparing to commission a new project, delivering an existing funded programme or need additional capacity, I’d welcome a conversation.

I can work from an established project brief or terms of reference, respond to an invitation to tender, or discuss requirements at an earlier stage of development.

Based in Penzance, Cornwall, I work with organisations across Cornwall and the UK, with remote, hybrid and on-site arrangements depending on project requirements.

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