Chris Vincent

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Project Manager at Computacenter

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Chris is a seasoned Independent Project Management Consultant specializing in significant transformational projects within the transport and defence IT sectors for clients like Rolls-Royce and the Ministry of Defence. Holding a Geography BSc from Loughborough University and Agile/APM certifications, he is described by colleagues as organized, efficient, and an excellent communicator.

He has a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects for high-profile organizations as an independent contractor, navigating challenging contractual landscapes.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Overcautious

Unexpressive

Being observant comes to them naturally.  The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.

Topics They Care About

Digital Transformation
Leads large-scale digital initiatives, such as a Windows 11 deployment for over 6000 users at Rolls-Royce and modernizing Ministry of Defence IT frameworks.
Complex Project Delivery
Praised for managing projects with international teams and demanding schedules for clients like Transport for London, ensuring rigorous adherence to quality standards.
Business Change Management
Possesses specific experience leading business change workstreams, focusing on business readiness, training, and managing the human side of technological transitions.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2025
Project Manager at Computacenter
10-2024
Director & Project Manager at Grow Projects
9-2023 - 9-2024
Senior Consultant at Frazer-Nash Consultancy
9-2017 - 9-2023
Programme Manager at Harmonic Limited
1-2016 - 6-2017
Senior Project Manager at Transport for London

Education

2001 - 2004
Geography BSc from Loughborough University

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision

DONT's

  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Chris

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