Paul Blanshard
About Paul Blanshard
Paul Blanshard is an Associate at Arup with extensive experience in project management and rail signalling systems in the United Kingdom.
Professional Experience at Arup
Paul Blanshard has been serving as an Associate at Arup since 2022 in the London Area, United Kingdom. Prior to this role, he was a Senior Project Manager at Arup from 2015 to 2022, accumulating seven years of experience. In these roles, Paul has leveraged his extensive expertise in infrastructure engineering to contribute to various significant projects and initiatives. His work at Arup highlights his capability to manage complex projects involving multiple disciplines and the integration of new technologies.
Previous Roles in Project Management
Paul Blanshard has a strong background in project management, having worked in several key positions across different organizations. Between 2012 and 2015, he was a Senior Project Manager at Parsons Brinckerhoff in the United Kingdom. He also served as a Consultant at Initiate Consulting Limited from 2008 to 2012. His early career includes roles such as Project Manager at Bombardier Transportation (2007-2008) and GE Transportation (2003-2007) in Hertfordshire, and Project Manager at Network Rail (2002-2003) in Birmingham. These roles have endowed Paul with a robust perspective on managing rail and transportation projects.
Career Beginnings in the Rail and Transportation Sector
Paul Blanshard's career in the rail and transportation sector began with roles at Railtrack and the Highways Agency. From 1999 to 2002, he worked as an Assistant Project Manager at Railtrack in Birmingham, followed by a role as Graduate Manager with the company from 1998 to 1999. In the same year, he worked briefly as a Site Agent at the Highways Agency in Manchester. Additionally, Paul held positions at Oscar Faber and Oscar Faber Transportation as a Graduate Consultant and Technical Assistant, respectively, in Altrincham and Birmingham.
Educational Background
Paul Blanshard holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Aston University, which he completed from 2000 to 2003. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Transport Management & Planning from Loughborough University, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in both business administration and transport management, enabling his effective leadership in various project management roles.
Skills and Expertise
Paul Blanshard possesses substantial expertise in rail signalling systems and infrastructure engineering. Known for his ability to manage large-scale projects involving multiple disciplines, he has demonstrated a proficiency in integrating new technologies into infrastructure projects. Paul’s strong interpersonal and communication skills enable productive collaboration across diverse teams, emphasizing his capability to lead and manage effectively within the engineering and transportation sectors.