Psm prep summary

 

CORE PROFILE

  • 29 years’ experience in engineering, asset management, and environmental consultancy

  • Chartered Process Engineer with PhD in Process Engineering

  • Delivered £12M nitrate treatment, £250M capital plan, and £75M efficiencies

  • Proven track record with Anglian Water and @one Alliance

  • Combines technical, commercial, and sustainability leadership

🔹 KEY STRENGTHS

AreaExamples From Experience
Solution DevelopmentDelivered digital maintenance strategy using telemetry, achieving £75M savings
Programme ManagementSupported WINEP planning and CMA enhancement submissions
Data & Root Cause AnalysisDelivered computational modelling to optimise wastewater treatment options
Sustainability (PAS 2080)Developed low-carbon solutions; embedded GHG inventories and reuse strategies
Stakeholder EngagementSecured buy-in from ops & execs with costed proposals; trained operational staff
Commercial InsightDelivered Opex savings from £400M spend; capex/WLC analysis
Leadership & CollaborationBuilt and led a £1.6M business team; mentored engineers and facilitated reviews
H&S & CDMIOSH qualified; led implementation of safe maintenance procedures and early CDM inputs

🔹 POSITIONING STATEMENT

“I bring the rare combination of deep technical expertise, strategic capital planning experience, and a strong track record of stakeholder collaboration. I’ve worked both within and alongside the @one Alliance, and I’m motivated to return and contribute to sustainable, outcome-led infrastructure delivery.”

🗂️ Mock Q&A Practice Sheet – Project Solutions Manager Interview Prep

QuestionYour Key Talking Points
Why are you applying for this role?Deep familiarity with Anglian/Alliance. Love for collaborative delivery. Ready to apply consultancy and carbon expertise back in-house.
Tell us about a solution you developed.Digital maintenance process at Anglian – telemetry-driven, regionally implemented, £75M benefit.
How do you approach root cause analysis?CFD modelling + stakeholder input + ROV-style review. Resolved capacity issue by enabling asset reuse.
How do you ensure project affordability?WLC analysis; capex vs Opex trade-offs; identified investment deferment options.
How do you engage stakeholders and gain buy-in?Costed proposals + training support. Examples: nitrate treatment, maintenance procedure changes.
What is your experience with carbon reduction?PAS 2080 strategies at Tunley and Aqua; net zero planning, GHG reporting, avoided carbon pathways.
How do you manage technical uncertainty or data gaps?Identify gaps → assess value of additional data → coordinate investigation → re-evaluate solution.
How do you ensure health and safety in early-stage design?IOSH qualified; support CDM risk assessments; safety-by-design ethos in all pre-construction work.
Describe your experience managing multidisciplinary teams.Led team at Tunley to £1.6M revenue; facilitated project reviews; strong cross-functional leadership.
How do you ensure your projects align with sustainability goals?Embed PAS 2080. Avoid/Switch/Improve. Assess carbon early in solution development and prioritise reuse.
What do you know about the @one Alliance?Long-standing partner with Anglian. Outcome-driven, collaborative, high-performing. Previously part of its inception and now ready to contribute again with fresh insight.

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