The Good News: There’s a Better Way
Your organisation doesn’t need a full-time project manager or layers of unnecessary admin. What you need is clarity, structure, and practical support to build the right foundations before the work begins. That’s where I come in.
I help SMEs prepare their projects for success — not by taking control away from your team, but by equipping them with the tools, frameworks, and confidence to lead effectively. Through workshops, mentoring, and structured planning support, we define your goals, align the project to business strategy, identify risks early, and ensure everyone understands the roadmap ahead.
No jargon. No overwhelming processes. Just simple, effective project structure built for real-world SME environments.
What That Means For You
✔ Projects start with clarity — not chaos
✔ Teams become confident and capable, not overwhelmed
✔ Time, budget, and effort are used efficiently
✔ Stakeholders are aligned and informed
✔ Your project moves forward with purpose — and momentum
Why SME Projects Struggle — and Why It’s Not Your Fault
Most small and medium-sized businesses don’t fail at projects because the ideas are wrong — they fail because the structure, clarity, and preparation just aren’t there from the start. Teams are already stretched. Leaders wear multiple hats. Priorities shift daily. And without a clear plan, realistic objectives, defined success criteria, or the right tools in place, projects quickly become stressful, delayed, and expensive.
Symptoms often look like:
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Projects starting without a clear scope or budget
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Teams unsure of who is responsible for what
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Constant firefighting and shifting priorities
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Confusion, duplicated work, or missed requirements
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Good ideas that get stuck — or quietly abandoned
Sound familiar? You’re not alone — this is one of the most common challenges SMEs face.
About
Hello, I’m Chris — a consulting project manager with over 20 years’ experience delivering engineering and technology projects that require both technical depth and structured, dependable leadership. My background spans advanced manufacturing, electronics, R&D environments, and large-scale technology transfer, giving me the ability to quickly understand complex systems and guide teams through the full project lifecycle. From managing multi-million-pound NPD programmes to leading the installation and commissioning of high-value equipment, I specialise in bringing clarity, control, and momentum to engineering-driven projects
As a consultant, I focus on helping organisations solve project delivery challenges — whether that means stepping in to manage critical installations, establishing scalable project management frameworks, or aligning cross-functional technical teams around shared goals. I’ve worked with global engineering groups, fast-paced technology companies, and high-pressure manufacturing environments, always with the same approach: communicate clearly, collaborate openly, and keep progress moving. If your organisation needs a practical, friendly, technically fluent partner to deliver projects with confidence and consistency, I’m here to help bring your plans to life
How Can I Help You?
Empower your business to achieve its project goals with custom solutions and personalized guidance