Project Management
Chris Phillimore, Managing Director
Chris worked for 15 years in Construction before starting TIR, managing a variety of new build and conversion sites. He trained initially as an Architect and undertook a Management Diploma in 2001/2. His responsibilities have ranged through specification, purchasing, construction Management and budgetary planning and control.
He has a detailed knowledge of Planning and Construction practices, particularly in the area of Utilities and Civil Engineering. He is very keen on managing the environmental impact of building and has adopted advanced techniques where appropriate and cost effective.
In the past he has been a volunteer on both the Bluebell and Welshpool and Llanfair Railways. Between 1994 and 1997 he was a Director of the South West Main Line Steam Company, which provides facilities for Steam Locomotives working on Network Rail in Southern England. Chris has also had considerable experience in working with National Rail Operators through involvement in Rail Tour and Charter work.
He is a steam loco Driver on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway in North Devon. Over the years has had extensive hands-on experience of track and equipment operation and maintenance.
Chris can be contacted directly at: chris.phillimore@tir-ltd.co.uk / m: 07740541946
Skills and Expertise:
Project management
Legal and Company Structures
Technical Design (including buildings, track work & landscape design)
Business Planning
Grants
Railway Economics
Procurement and Specification
