Matthew Wilton

Dedicated and organized results-driven Project Manager with experience in comprehensive small and large-scale management in diversified projects. Proficient at working with team members to achieve project goals and maximize company revenue. Proven ability to lead and motivate high-performance teams, consistently meeting critical requirements with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Exceptionally skilled in writing, editing, research, statistics, marketing collateral, collaboration, and contract management. Currently seeking to obtain a position with an opportunity to utilize my educational background and work experience where I can excel and advance in the business world.

Project Manager, Nov 2020 - Current, Birmingham City Council

• Ensuring awarded contract work was completed on schedule and under budget.
• Clearly identifying areas for improvement analysing processes, and evaluating modifications needed.
• Serving as a proactive customer service & quality ambassador of the company.
• Working closely with Public Health England and NHS Colleagues to coordinate local action and support around local issues.
• Leading on intelligence, including data analysis and report collation, and governance
• Setting clear directions and deliver projects on time, within budget, and with quality.
• Demonstrating project priorities from a business and technology perspective.
• Escalating through established escalation channels in a timely manner based on sound judgement.
• Handling conflict and resolving issues among teams/third parties.
• Utilising a pragmatic and resourceful approach to project delivery
• Demonstrating an ability to present to senior stakeholders with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Project Manager, Jun 2020 - Nov 2020, Levy/G4S

• Responsible for all aspects of the management of the contract.
• Managed all activities and outputs of the Local Testing site, ensuring the safety of all staff and service users.
• Ensured that all contractor-developed features were fully tested and documented.
• Experience gained through both success and failure in the office and in the field.
• Prioritized, specified, and communicated high-level and detailed product specifications.

Duty Manager, Sep 2011 - Sep 2018, The Alchemist/The Courtyard/The Wick at Both Ends/TGI Fridays/De Vere

• Formed positive relationships with suppliers & customers to represent the company positively.
• Coached new employees and brought them to their maximum potential.
• Accurately managed income by using income/profit & loss statement spreadsheets.
• Created a fun and professional environment for employees resulting in enjoyable shifts and improved performances.
• Ensured an efficient and effective communication system between management and the workforce.

Progress Tutor, Jun 2019 - Jun 2020, Thomas Rotherham College/Astrea Academy Woodfields/Roundabout Homeless Prevention Charity for Young People

• Documented and communicated student progress by completing required tutoring session notes. 
• Regularly attended and participated in staff meetings to collaborate and plan academic support.
• Facilitated learning as a guide and coached to assist the student to become a successful, independent learner.

APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) Collection, January 2022

• PRINCE2 Agile®
• PRINCE2® Foundation 6th Edition
• PRINCE2® Practitioner 6th Edition
• APM Project Management Qualification BoK 7th edition

Construction Skills Certification Scheme, February 2022

• EUSR ID: 626587

EDUCATION

BSc Business Management at Sheffield Hallam University, September 2013 - July 2017

1st Class Honors studying the following modules during the 4 Year Course:

• Human Resource Management
• Management Accounting
• Operations Management
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Business Solutions
• Business Management Applications
• Marketing Planning
• Strategic Management