Chris Blackburn

Managing Director at QEST Ltd
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(386) 825-5501
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UK
Languages
  • French (basic) -

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Chris Jones

Chris is a very knowledgeable guy with a great drive to iradicate an industry problem.

Richard Clark

Chris and I have worked together on a number of projects and initiatives. Chris is passionate about what he does and it comes across in the quality of his work and the significant difference he has made to our success at securing work through bud processes. Great attention to detail and innovative thinking. His drive and approach makes a difference in a very competitive marketplace

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Credentials

  • APMP - Foundation Level
    Association of Proposal Management Professionals

Experience

  • QEST Ltd
    • United Kingdom
    • Facilities Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Managing Director
      • Jul 2020 - Present

      QEST, is a dedicated Mould Eradication, Thermal Insulation & Micro-Bacterial Cleaning and Infection Fogging Company with a fully experienced and qualified team, providing the highest quality services to the Social Housing and other complimentary sectors. QEST, is a dedicated Mould Eradication, Thermal Insulation & Micro-Bacterial Cleaning and Infection Fogging Company with a fully experienced and qualified team, providing the highest quality services to the Social Housing and other complimentary sectors.

  • Lancashire Bids
    • United Kingdom
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • Freelance Bid and Tender Consultant
      • Jul 2019 - Present

      Freelance bid consultant, working with clients across a range of sectors on bids, tenders and proposal projects. My work includes: * Bid Writing * Full Bid Management * Awards Submissions including Chambers & Legal 500 * Analysis of previous submissions * Interim placements I have good availability in the next 3 months and always willing to discuss future projects and opportunities to help you win more work. www.lancsbids.co.uk Freelance bid consultant, working with clients across a range of sectors on bids, tenders and proposal projects. My work includes: * Bid Writing * Full Bid Management * Awards Submissions including Chambers & Legal 500 * Analysis of previous submissions * Interim placements I have good availability in the next 3 months and always willing to discuss future projects and opportunities to help you win more work. www.lancsbids.co.uk

  • AM Bid
    • United Kingdom
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Bid Manager
      • Sep 2017 - Jun 2019

      Working as part of the team at AM Bid, providing a range of bidding services that can assist both contractors and clients achieve their objectives from tender processes. The services we provide include: - bid and proposal writing - bid review & editing - tender management - interim leadership for bid teams - bid strategy advice - bid health checks - bid interview presentations - tender writing skills training - production of client and competitor intelligence reports - preparing staff for competitive dialogue processes - designing interview assessment centres for bid staff recruitment - assisting commissioning clients to design and evaluate tenders - writing award submissions and funding applications. We work across a range of sectors including: housing maintenance & management; energy efficiency; mechanical & engineering; energy supply; facilities management; construction; homelessness services; health care; domiciliary care; security services; water; rail; grounds maintenance; professional services e.g. legal, accountancy, marketing and media.

  • Irwin Mitchell
    • United Kingdom
    • Law Practice
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Bid Manager / Head of Bids
      • Jun 2012 - Aug 2017

      Irwin Mitchell LLP has an established office network covering Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, Sheffield and Southampton. It also operates in Scotland through Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP with an office in Glasgow. The firm, celebrated its centenary in 2012, employs more than 2,700 staff and has more than 300 Partners. Responsibilities included assessing bid opportunities; guiding the team on bid/no-bid decisions; managing the bid process; managing the creation of all bid materials and presentations; post-bid evaluations; and ensuring full reporting of bid activity to key personnel.

  • DWF
    • United Kingdom
    • Law Practice
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Bid Manager
      • May 2011 - Jun 2012

      As a bid manager at DWF LLP I delivered the full range of bids and tenders across the firm, managing the process from start-to-finish for all types of opportunity. As a bid manager at DWF LLP I delivered the full range of bids and tenders across the firm, managing the process from start-to-finish for all types of opportunity.

  • Morson International
    • China
    • Bid Manager
      • Dec 2006 - May 2011

      Established over 40 years ago, Morson provides staffing solutions to a number of technical companies. Morson focus on the supply of both temporary, interim and permanent staff. Established over 40 years ago, Morson provides staffing solutions to a number of technical companies. Morson focus on the supply of both temporary, interim and permanent staff.

  • Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Liberal Democrat Councillor - Manor Ward
      • May 2006 - May 2010

      Served as Liberal Democrat Councillor for the Manor ward from 2006-2010. Roles included chairing both the Victoria Area Committee and also the Adults and Communities Scrutiny Committee Served as Liberal Democrat Councillor for the Manor ward from 2006-2010. Roles included chairing both the Victoria Area Committee and also the Adults and Communities Scrutiny Committee

  • Strive Recruitment
    • Staffing and Recruiting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Recruitment Consultant
      • Jun 2005 - Nov 2006

      Permanent Recruitment Consultant suppyling a range off clients with Transport and Logistics personnel at levels ranging from c£25k - £100k. Permanent Recruitment Consultant suppyling a range off clients with Transport and Logistics personnel at levels ranging from c£25k - £100k.

  • Sheffield Hallam Liberal Democrats
    • Constituency Organiser
      • 2004 - 2005

      Employed by Nick Clegg (now Leader of the Liberal Democrats) as Constituency Organiser. Successful campaign for the 2005 General Election, retaining the seat with an 8,000 plus majority. Employed by Nick Clegg (now Leader of the Liberal Democrats) as Constituency Organiser. Successful campaign for the 2005 General Election, retaining the seat with an 8,000 plus majority.

  • North West Liberal Democrats
    • United Kingdom
    • Campaign Assistant
      • Oct 2003 - Jun 2004

      Working as part of the North West European Liberal Democrat campaign to elect 2 MEPs. Rolls included working on the campaign battlebus, organising literature and providing support to all candidates on the list. Working as part of the North West European Liberal Democrat campaign to elect 2 MEPs. Rolls included working on the campaign battlebus, organising literature and providing support to all candidates on the list.

Education

  • The University of Manchester
    BA Hons, Politics and Modern History
    2000 - 2003
  • Runshaw College
    A-Levels, English Literature, 20th Century History, Media Studies and General Studies
    1998 - 2000
  • Lostock Hall High School
    1993 - 1998

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