Project Management
Project Management Consultant
Project Management Consulting
Optimise Your Projects – Work Smarter, Deliver Faster, Achieve More
Project management consulting to help you deliver work on time, without the constant chasing
I’m Chris Wray, a PRINCE2-certified project manager and technology consultant. I help business owners and team leaders set up simple project management systems so projects are planned properly, progress is visible, and your team knows what to do next.
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Project Management
The problem I usually see
That shows up as:
– Too many meetings and not enough progress
– Tasks living in Slack, email, spreadsheets, and people’s heads
– No clear owner per task, and no clean handover between steps
– Reporting that takes longer than the work itself
– Tools that are powerful, but set up in a way that does not match how the team works
If any of that feels familiar, the fix is rarely “a new tool”. It is a simpler workflow, clearer roles, and a setup that makes the right thing easy to do.
What I do as a Project Management Consultant
Project management consulting is practical support to help you plan and deliver a project with fewer surprises. Depending on what you need, that can include:
– A clear project plan (scope, milestones, owners, risks)
– A task system that the team will actually use
– A weekly rhythm for updates that does not waste time
– Clean handovers between sales, delivery, and operations
– Light automation, so admin and reporting is not manual
I work remotely and can fit into your existing tools, or help you pick a simpler setup.
Project Management
The problem I usually see
That shows up as:
– Too many meetings and not enough progress
– Tasks living in Slack, email, spreadsheets, and people’s heads
– No clear owner per task, and no clean handover between steps
– Reporting that takes longer than the work itself
– Tools that are powerful, but set up in a way that does not match how the team works
If any of that feels familiar, the fix is rarely “a new tool”. It is a simpler workflow, clearer roles, and a setup that makes the right thing easy to do.
What I do as a Project Management Consultant
Project management consulting is practical support to help you plan and deliver a project with fewer surprises. Depending on what you need, that can include:
– A clear project plan (scope, milestones, owners, risks)
– A task system that the team will actually use
– A weekly rhythm for updates that does not waste time
– Clean handovers between sales, delivery, and operations
– Light automation, so admin and reporting is not manual
I work remotely and can fit into your existing tools, or help you pick a simpler setup.
Project Management Consultant
Common systems I set up (and fix)
I tend to work across project delivery plus the tooling around it.
Examples include:
– Task tracking and delivery boards (Asana, Notion, Airtable)
– CRM to project handover (often Pipedrive into your delivery system)
– Forms that create tasks consistently (with the right fields and assignments)
– Status reporting that updates automatically
– Simple automations for notifications, reminders, and approvals
Tools I often work with: Asana, Notion, Airtable, Make, and the rest of your stack.
What working with me looks like
1. Quick scoping call
We get clear on what you are trying to deliver, what is getting in the way, and what “better” looks like.
2. Review your current workflow and tools
I look at how tasks are created, how updates happen, where work gets stuck, and what causes rework.
3. Simplify the process
We define stages, owners, and a workable cadence. Then we make the workflow easy to follow.
4. Implement the system
I set up the boards, templates, automations, and reporting. Then we test it with real work.
5. Handover and training
You get a setup your team can run confidently, plus training so it sticks.
Testimonials
We’d learnt about Make.com and had a few attempts to link our CRM to our Project Management tool. We just couldn’t get the final steps to work. Chris not only solved the problem, but showed us why it was failing and how we could avoid similar issues on our other workflows..
Chris created a workflow for a task we had being doing manually for months. We must have saved around 8 hours per week by having him automate this for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Project Management Consultant cost ?
There’s no single answer as each project is priced on its duration and complexity. However, the majority fall into three categories.
- Providing Support to your existing Project Manager – behind the scenes support and mentoring for individuals or teams
- Joint Working – working within the team to improve overall project performance and team interaction
- Do it for you – taking the lead Project Manager position and managing the project on your behalf
I can also offer an hour of my time to look at any aspect of your project setup and issues for a fixed fee. This is useful if you want a second opinion or want me to work on a specific problem. Click here to book your session.
HOW DO I KNOW IF YOUR CONSULTING IS RIGHT FOR ME ?
As a project management consultant, hopefully you’ve understood what I offer but why not take advantage of the free 30 minute call to discuss your exact needs and the outcomes you’re looking for. Click here to schedule a call.
Do You Only Work With Established Companies?
No. I work with small and mid-sized businesses, as well as teams inside larger organisations. The key thing is that you have real work to deliver, and you want a clearer system for getting it done. I can also help with Process Improvement, Team Management and Project Best Practice.
Do You Offer Ongoing Support?
Yes. Some clients bring me in for a short project, then keep a light retainer for ongoing improvements, troubleshooting, and optimisation. Many clients ask me to help with other areas of their business, and particularly their workflow. This can cover process improvement, technology transformation and automation. I’m not just a project management consultant.
What tools do you use for project management?
Lets improve your project outcomes and see how project management consulting can work for you.
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International Clients
My client base is international covering all continents. All of my work is conducted online through remote connection and Teams/Zoom/Hangouts sessions. I’ve been working remotely for over 12 years so understand the strengths and weaknesses.