Jonathon Thorns

Project Director @National Gas

Rugby, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Apr 2023 — Present

Project Director @National Gas

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Warwick, GB

The UK’s energy landscape is changing, and I’m proud to be at the heart of its evolution. As a Project Director at National Gas, I lead the delivery of flagship compressor build and control system replacement projects—these a big investments.​These aren\'t just construction projects; they are the vital organs of the UK’s gas transmission system. My role involves harmonizing technical excellence with strategic commercial oversight to ensure we deliver on time and on budget, without compromising on our world-class safety standards.​I’m passionate about building high-performing teams that can solve the \"unsolvable\" and thrive under the pressure of delivering nationally significant assets.

EDUCATION

2009 — 2012

Loughborough University

BEng (Hons), Aeronautical Engineering

2012 — 2013

Cranfield University

MSc, Thermal Power

SKILLS

Technically CompetentProject EngineeringAerodynamicsTurbine InstallationTeamworkAutocadHardworkPower GenerationLeadershipTurbomachineryCfdMeasurementsThermalLow Cost Country SourcingSketchingTechnical DrawingMechanical EngineeringFinancial PlanningChartered EngineerTechnical WritingCatiaFinite Element AnalysisEnergyHigh Degree of InitiativeEnglishThermodynamicsIndividual WorkEvent PlanningAlways PunctualFluid DynamicsMotivated Self-StarterGas TurbinesEngineeringMatlabCommunicationFluid MechanicsProduct InnovationMicrosoft OfficeTechnical AnalysisTurbines

ABOUT JONATHON THORNS

I am a Chartered Engineer and strategic leader dedicated to delivering high-stakes, complex infrastructure that powers the UK. Currently, as Project Director at National Gas, I oversee a significant portfolio, lead the delivery of major compressor build projects and control system replacement project, and ensure the resilience of our national energy backbone.My career is built on the transition from deep technical engineering to large-scale capital project leadership. I combine commercial acumen with a \"boots-on-the-ground\" understanding of engineering reality to drive change, manage risk, and deliver results in high-pressure environments.

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