Ramboll has named three new senior management consultants for its London and Leeds offices. Graham Harker, Jeffrey Franklin and Richard Wood will be the new leaders. Each will be responsible for leading a team that specializes on environmental risk management and impact assessment. Their combined experience will provide a wealth to the firm's customers.
Richard Wood
Richard Wood is Ramboll Environmental's Chief Operating Officer. He has more than 30 years experience in environmental consulting and civil engineering. His expertise includes project management, planning and design, as well as environmental permitting and project management. He's also been involved in a variety of projects including water treatment, wastewater treatment, and energy efficiency. His experience extends to budget tracking and project management.
Wood joins the firm from the Environment Agency, where he worked as an environmental and regulatory officer for 20 years. The company also revealed the appointment of Dr Graham Harker to its Birmingham-based air quality team. These appointments will lead the UK environment practice of the company, which has seen significant growth.
Mr. Wood has extensive experience working on federally-funded projects in a variety of fields. His background includes designing, preparing specifications, and conducting studies for hazardous waste handling units, asbestos consulting services, facility design, and other related areas. He is both a Florida Licensed Asbestos Consultant as well as a Florida Certified Professional Engineer.
Graham Harker
Ramboll has announced the appointment of six new senior staff to its UK environment team. These professionals will be based at the London, Leeds Manchester, Manchester and Birmingham offices. The new team will also include Richard Wood, who joins as a senior managing consultant. He has 20 years experience as an Environment Agency Environment and Regulatory officer.
Rob Steer is the Principal of the firm. He is located in Manchester. He is an expert in safety management and computer-simple technology (CST) and will help expand the company’s offerings in this field. The new Principal will offer guidance to a wide range of clients. The firm is pleased to welcome Dr Philip Rogers, a new member in its senior management team.
Jeffrey Franklin
Jeff Franklin has been promoted to the role of senior managing consultant for Ramboll's UK environment practice. He comes from the previous position as Environment Agency's regulatory and environment officer. He has over twenty years of experience in the field of environmental regulations. Additionally, he has extensive oil and gaz project experience. In addition to his new role, Franklin is responsible for the company's air quality impact assessment practice in the UK.
Ramboll has made several new appointments to its team. Dr. Philip Rogers, a University of Greenwich lecturer, has joined Ramboll as Senior Managing Consultant. He will oversee the company’s ecology and biodiversity practices. Jeffrey Franklin joins the firm's London compliance team. He has over 15 years of experience in providing guidance on health and safety management.
FAQ
How can I start an LLC consulting company?
The first step is to decide what service provider you want to be. You must then ensure you are qualified to offer those services. It may also be beneficial to look for someone who is already qualified to do what you desire and to see how they work.
Once you've identified the product or service you wish to offer, it is time to determine your target market. You may have to create more if there aren’t enough.
You must then decide whether you want your business to be run by you or hired others.
A license from the state could be required to start your own consulting business. However, this can take some time and require legal fees.
What is the secret to modern consulting?
The first consultants were actually accountants who would help companies manage their finances. Because they were skilled in managing financial information, they became "accounting consulting". The role soon expanded to include other areas, including human resources management.
The French word meaning "to advise" in French is what gave rise to the term "consultant". This term was originally used by businessmen to denote someone who could give guidance on how to run an enterprise. In fact, most business owners today still use the word consultant when referring to any kind of professional advisor.
How do I attract clients to my consultancy business
The first step is to find an area you are passionate about. You can choose to be passionate about anything, from public relations and social media. If not, you may have to start small by finding a niche market such as web design. Once you have discovered the niche, understand what it does. What problems does the solution solve? Why should people use it? What can you do to support them?
You could also approach businesses directly. Perhaps they are looking for someone who can help them understand SEO and content creation or just need advice on social media strategy.
If all else fails offer your services for free at networking events and conferences. You'll get to know many potential clients without spending money advertising.
Do I have to pay tax on consulting income
Yes. Taxes will be charged on consulting profits. The amount you earn depends on your annual income.
If you're self-employed, you can claim expenses on top of your salary, including rent, childcare, and food.
However, you cannot deduct interest payments from loans, vehicle repairs, or the cost for equipment.
If you earn less than PS10,000 per year, 25% can be claimed back.
But even if you're earning more than this threshold, you might still be taxed depending on whether you're classed as a contractor or employee.
The PAYE tax for employees and the VAT tax for contractors is generally paid as you earn.
How do I choose a consultant?
There are three key factors to be aware of:
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Experience - How skilled is the consultant? Are they a beginner, intermediate, expert, or some other level? Does her resume reflect the knowledge and skills she has?
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Education - What did this person study in school? Did he/she study any relevant courses after graduating from high school? Is there evidence that he/she learned from the writing style?
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Personality - Are we attracted to this person? Would we hire him/her to be our employee?
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These questions help to decide if the consultant suits our needs. If you do not have the answer, it is worth interviewing the candidate to find out more.
Do I need to seek legal advice?
Yes! Yes. Many consultants will create contracts for clients without seeking legal advice. This can create problems down the line. What happens if a client terminates the agreement after the consultant's completion deadline? What happens if the contract stipulates that the consultant must meet certain deadlines?
Avoid any legal issues by speaking with a lawyer.
Statistics
- According to statistics from the ONS, the UK has around 300,000 consultants, of which around 63,000 professionals work as management consultants. (consultancy.uk)
- WHY choose me: Why your ideal client should choose you (ex: 10 years of experience and 6-week program has helped over 20 clients boost their sales by an average of 33% in 6 months). (consultingsuccess.com)
- 67% of consultants start their consulting businesses after quitting their jobs, while 33% start while they're still at their jobs. (consultingsuccess.com)
- According to IBISWorld, revenues in the consulting industry will exceed $261 billion in 2020. (nerdwallet.com)
- Over 62% of consultants were dissatisfied with their former jobs before starting their consulting business. (consultingsuccess.com)
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How To
How can I find a good consultant for my business?
Finding a great consultant starts with understanding your expectations. Do you want them helping you improve your website's performance or not? You want them to optimize the site for search engines to make it rank higher. Maybe you are looking for someone to point out any problems with your current web host. Once you know what type of services you need, you should start looking at different companies. Many consultants claim to be able to provide these services. However, only a handful of them actually deliver on their promises. How do I choose one? Here are some things to consider when picking a consultant:
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Get referrals. This is the best method to find a consultant. Because you are likely to pay too much, you shouldn't hire someone who you have never heard of. But you also don't want to work with someone whose reputation isn't solid. If you are lucky enough to be referred by people you trust, that's awesome! You can check online reviews even if they don't refer you. Find testimonials and case study examples from customers who have used your product.
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Ask around. Many people are unaware that hiring a consultant could make a difference. They assume that their current situation is fine and they don’t need changes. This is often false. Even if your results are great, there's a good chance that you haven’t kept up with the latest trends and technologies. You'll lose out on the opportunities to grow your company if you rely on old methods. It's always worth asking around to see if anyone knows of a good consultant.
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Make sure to verify their qualifications. You don't need to worry about whether they are building a website or an eCommerce store worth millions. Check that they are qualified to complete the tasks and have enough expertise in the chosen area.
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Find out what type of projects they are skilled in. Although it might seem like everyone can do everything, this is not true. Some areas require specialized training and education. You wouldn't hire someone who can build a WordPress theme if they aren't experts in Drupal. This is true for programming languages and graphic design. Ask them what types of projects they are most familiar with.
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You should know their prices. You don't want a consultant who charges too much. You also don’t want to spend too little. There are many types of consultants. There are some that charge an hourly fee, while others may bill per job. You can save money by knowing upfront exactly what you will be paying.
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Find out what they offer. Are they providing free consultations? Do they offer advice on setting up your system? Is it possible to be sure that your site ranks higher when you work with them If you don’t like the information you receive during your consultation, you can cancel it without penalty.
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Ask if they offer discounts over multiple months or for years. Many consultants offer discounts for longer periods. Even though you do not necessarily have to commit to a whole year of service, you might still be able to benefit from any specials they offer.