Mark Gillespie
About Mark Gillespie
Mark Gillespie is a Programme Management and Controls Specialist with over 20 years of experience in managing technical projects and portfolios. He has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Jacobs, Scottish and Southern Energy, and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority.
Current Role at Amentum
Mark Gillespie has been serving as a Programme Management and Controls Specialist at Amentum since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge in project management and controls to ensure effective program execution. His responsibilities include overseeing project controls, implementing standardized methodologies, and developing detailed reports to support decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at Jacobs
Mark Gillespie held multiple positions at Jacobs, including Project Controls Manager for Nuclear & Defence from 2006 to 2010 and Divisional Director (Senior Project Controls Manager) from 2015 to 2016. During his tenure, he focused on project controls in the nuclear sector, contributing to the management of complex projects in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Experience at Scottish and Southern Energy
From 2010 to 2014, Mark Gillespie worked as Head of Project Controls at Scottish and Southern Energy in Glasgow. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing project control functions and ensuring that projects were delivered on time and within budget. His leadership in this position contributed to the effective management of energy projects.
Role at Nuclear Decommissioning Authority
Mark Gillespie served as NDA Mission Progress Reporting Manager & Project Director at the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority from 2016 to 2021. In this capacity, he managed mission progress reporting and directed various projects, focusing on the decommissioning of nuclear sites in Cumbria. His expertise in project controls was instrumental in advancing the Authority's objectives.
Educational Background
Mark Gillespie studied at Glen Eyre from 1982 to 1986. This educational experience laid the foundation for his career in project management and controls, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge that he has applied throughout his professional journey.