Philip Cook

Background

About Philip Cook

I love solving problems. That could be guiding and directing teams to success in multi-faceted, complex projects; interpreting masses of data to produce a procurement strategy; analysing operational performance and identifying areas for improvement; developing repeatable methods for completing processes, reducing touch time; digging into the technical solution to develop the way forward; or even generating professional templates and models to enable consistent and compelling bid responses. No challenge is too great or less inspiring. Currently I’m an, Engineering Manager directly responsible for a team of ~23, with an indirect team of ~40. I work with my teams and customers to ensure successful delivery, including day to day management, future strategy development, opportunity appraisal, solution development and requirement adherence. I work cross-functionally, with oversight of all aspects of the program and have ultimate responsibility for its success. I strive for continuous self improvement and I’d be interested to mutually share knowledge with you. Whilst I’m a classically trained Aerospace Engineer through a trade apprenticeship scheme, acquiring a HNC along the way. My career choices have been specific to ensure I have a full understanding of the wider business; with stints in areas such as commercial and business development/winning too. I’ve further acquired a BSc Hons in Project Management (First) alongside other qualifications (i.e. APM PMQ). Having worked cross-functionally for several years and thanks to early customer facing careers, I have a deep understanding of all elements of a successful business and excellent rapport with customers. Further, I am adept to high pressure environments due to the positions I have held in commercial, bids and as a firefighter. At all times I remain cool, calm and collected, ensuring I am able to make informed, but difficult decisions, quickly. I’ve worked on projects and bids ranging from £5k to £150m, teaching me the importance of- Stakeholder management - Accurate cost collection and estimation - The engineered solution - Quality - Safety - Company reputation - Continuous improvement - Time management - Requirements management - Commercial - Engineering - Management Key skills: Project Management | Bid Management | Engineering Management | Commercial Management | Scheduling | Problem Solving | Continuous Improvement | Data Analysis | Stakeholder Management | Communication | Decision Making | Risk Management | Engineering | Integrity and Honesty | Problem Solving | Requirements Management