Matthew Blacker
About Matthew Blacker
Matthew Blacker is a Junior Project Manager at VISTRA in London, England, with a background in project management and database administration. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology Management for Business from the University of the West of England.
Work at Vistra
Matthew Blacker currently serves as a Junior Project Manager at Vistra, a position he has held since 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing project management tasks and contributing to various initiatives within the company. Prior to this role, he worked as a Project Management Intern at Vistra from 2019 to 2021 in Bristol, United Kingdom. During his internship, he gained valuable experience in project management processes and tools. He played a significant role in the Salesforce rollout and multi-system integrations, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Blacker earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology Management for Business (ITMB) from the University of the West of England, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. His education provided him with a strong foundation in project management fundamentals, including scheduling, risk management, and time management. Additionally, he developed database management skills through the use of SQL, which further supports his project management capabilities.
Background
Before joining Vistra, Matthew Blacker worked as a Database Administrator at Jordans Limited for six months in 2016. This role allowed him to gain practical experience in database management, which complements his project management skills. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on technology and project management, with a strong emphasis on integrating technical skills into project workflows.
Technical Skills
Matthew Blacker possesses a range of technical skills that enhance his project management capabilities. He has developed programming skills in HTML, PHP, and Python, which enable him to understand and contribute to technical projects effectively. His expertise also includes financial management, specifically in capital expenditure (Capex) and operational expenditure (Opex), which are critical components of project budgeting and resource allocation.