VIVO Defence Services

Drive the growth of EV charging infrastructure across the VIVO Built Estate and Housing Accommodation contracts.
Support sites in delivery of a programme of EV projects to time and budget.
Provision of progress reports on VIVO work and EV charger utilisations for internal and external stakeholders.
Provision of technical support to local VIVO team, DIO and TLBs on EV technologies and back-office systems.
Responsible for the establishment and ongoing relationships with EV. consultants/contractors to support the VIVO net zero carbon work programme.
Completion of feasibility studies and designs via the subcontractor network.
Champion use of EV technologies across VIVO via case studies/sharing successes
Development of pipeline and financial forecasts for EV ensuring local site teams are aware of likely future work for resourcing purposes.
Ensure appropriate work plans and budgets are in place to achieve programme deliverables and financial commitments.
Work with all stakeholders to support the management and mitigation of programme risks.
Manage cost and stakeholder expectation through excellent communication and sound commercial decisions to ensure value for money.

EV Programme Manager

John Burton EV Consultant

The tools and expertise to help clients optimise electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, develop clean air and low emissions zones, and devise cost-effective EV charging solutions to match future demand for electric vehicles. 

Guidance on planning and infrastructure for EV charging stations, including number, type and location of charging points.

Identifying the optimal EV charging infrastructure for a given level of investment.

Identifying funding and business cases for EV charging programmes.

Developing clean air zones and low emissions strategies.

Advising on electric bus and HGV fleets.

Electric vehicle advice and supply

Salary sacrifice support and supply

Maintenance packages for EV charging to assist with new regulations on downtime

EV vehicle leasing and fleet

Funded solutions for commercial and public.

EV hardware supply

Charge point management software

Consultant for the EV infrastructure

Equans EV Solutions

Ensure the health and safety of the team and sub-contractors is closely monitored and full compliance with Equans Management System
Ensure full compliance with CDM through Equans Management System
Meet clients and carry out technical surveys on proposed installation locations, identify key locations for deployment
Liaising with ICP/DNOs, back end system design, electrical design, installation specification and equipment specification
Cost management and reconciliation through PO/ Invoice procedures, ensuring projects are delivered on time and budget
Customer liaison
Good problem solving skills and able to rectify quickly and effectively on sites.
Built a close working relationship with clients and contractor account managers who will assist with day-to-day enquiries
Complete project planning and management, client liaison and management of site operatives
Installation crew management and support
Auditing of ongoing and completed installations
System registration and notification
Technical support

Project Manager

ChargedEV

Working as a Business Development Sales Manager in the Commercial EV team, I am responsible for Electric Vehicle Charge Point installations throughout the UK 
•	Development of existing customers as well as the acquisition of new customers.
•	Responding to tenders and bids for new business in all market sectors
•	Working closely with project and operations teams to deliver a full turnkey solution
•	Liaising with the marketing department to produce content for social platforms to improve footfall

Workplace Business Development Manager

Energise Energy Solutions

Sales, Product and marketing role within the EV and renewables sector specialising in EV ChargePoint installations, and start-up of solar and battery storage projects 
•	Calculating accurate quotations and co-ordinating orders with suppliers to cover demand
•	Responsible for creating an annual activity plan, setting budgets, and achieving targets for specific product ranges within my geographical area
•	Travel to visit clients to provide pre and post sales technical assistance, product education and solving client problems
•	Conduct supplier and customer monthly sales, cost and forecast analysis reporting to senior management.
Within this role I also had a temporary position as Head of EV Sales while the company recruited for an external candidate. I would work directly with the directors on generating sales, working with the marketing department to grow the brand, weekly reports of sales and activity, set up of new CRM system and work with the projects team to implement new products and systems.

Business Development Manager

Project EV

•	Working with charge point management software that tracks, manages, and optimises electric vehicle charging and earns additional revenue
•	Offering technical support on all app and desktop software along with installation and setup of hardware
•	Remote demonstrations or site visits to discuss software packages or EV chargers
•	Worked on various developments of charge point software to include contactless payment, load balancing
•	Use of various office systems, CRMs and ERPs

EV Management Software Specialist

Various Companies

•	Combination of full-time parent and various temporary roles to include electrical contractor, maintenance, production operative, warehouse operative and assembly operative. New skills developed and knowledge of different industries have provided insights only gained from this type of work. Expanded my views and helped me build stronger relationships. It has given me perspective of different types of people also created a more complete professional. Dealing with many personality traits from board level to a hygiene consultant and how to address them for the task in hand. A realisation of the bigger picture in life, at home and in the workplace.

Life Experience

J.M.B Industrial

Director of a sales organisation specialising in supply of Automation, process, and electrical components. Offering products to numerous industries including process, automation, electrical engineering, commercial vehicles, hydraulics, and many more
•	Providing excellent customer services and the very best products to suit the application
•	From cold calling new businesses to conversations with existing clients from years of service to the industry
•	Providing quotations and technical advice of product selection to customers
•	Responsible for all company marketing, sales and accounting where required

Business Owner

OEM Automatic Ltd

Field Sales role within the Industrial Automation Industry, specialising in components that measure and control the pressure and flow of liquid, gases, and hydraulic systems. Working in industries such as commercial vehicles, medical, water and many more
•	Travelling to visit new and existing clients to provide pre and post sales, technical assistance, product education and solving client problems.
•	Responding daily to customer emails and enquires, calculating accurate quotations and co-ordinating with suppliers to cover demand
•	Responsible for creating an annual activity plan, setting budgets, and achieving targets for specific product ranges within the Pressure & Flow division.

Field Sales Engineer/Product Specialist

Various

November 2009-March 2011	 - Self-employed Electrical Improver and General Labourer

Registered as self-employed, experienced in the electrical trade, the building trade and the joinery display business, working alongside other trade contractors to meet build completion deadlines.

August 2007- November 2008 - Electrician’s Apprentice - Entire Electrical Services Ltd, Leicestershire

A varied role covering Commercial, Domestic and Industrial installations undertaking office refurbishments, installation of sockets, lighting and data points, installation of 3 phase electrics. Also, inspection, testing and installation of fire and alarm systems. 

September 2006 - August 2007 - Electrician’s Apprentice - Haste Ltd, Leicestershire
 
Employed as an Electrical Apprentice, learning electrical fault finding, fault finding on mains boards and electrical systems, mains board testing, inspection and testing. To progress onto the next level of my apprenticeship I moved to Entire Electrical Services Ltd.

Electrical Apprenticeship

As a seasoned EV Programme Manager at VIVO Defence Services, my focus lies on accelerating the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. In collaboration with our team, we ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of EV projects, bolstered by my robust project planning skills honed over recent years. My role extends to providing technical guidance to VIVO teams, fostering crucial relationships with consultants and contractors, and sharing successes to promote EV technology adoption.

Parallel to my responsibilities at VIVO, I serve as a Consultant at John Burton EV Consultant, where my sales and marketing expertise are instrumental in developing bespoke EV charging solutions. This dual engagement has equipped me with a deep understanding of the EV sector, enabling me to devise strategies for clean air zones and advise on electric fleet transitions. My commitment to this field is underpinned by a drive to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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