Richard A Bayfield BSc CEng PMP MCT MIET

Experienced project delivery professional with a proven track record in driving complex business transformations and developing high performing teams across public and private sectors.
My core expertise spans project management, program governance, scheduling, and team leadership, supported by a strong technical foundation. I stay deeply connected to the industry through active participation in local user groups and a formal volunteering role with The Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) in London.
I bring a robust project delivery background, cultivated over a 12-year career with IBM Consulting and IBM Security. During this time, I successfully led complex transformation and delivery programs across diverse sectors, including financial services, public sector, and retail & commerce.
I serve currently as an Account Manager at Microsoft, where I oversee Azure cloud migrations, M365 implementations, service delivery management within the public sector.
I am hold a number of delivery certifications including PMP, PRINCE2 and ITIL. I am also a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT).
Passionate about delivering impactful work, I pride myself on being detail-oriented and cultivating authentic relationships within high-performing delivery environments.
I keep myself active with a number of outdoor interests, including - animal photography, motorcycling, hill walking and kayaking.
Learn more about my work history, delivery experience and qualifications.