Alana Jones

Alana Jones Strategic Consultant | Commercial & Operational Growth | International Construction & Modular Specialist Email:-| Phone: - | Open to relocation | UK-based | Canada consulting experience Website: www.alanajonesconsulting.com Personal Statement A commercially driven consultant and strategic leader with 18+ years of experience spanning project management, off-site construction, and operational excellence. With proven success in the UK and Canada, I bring a unique combination of hands-on delivery, high-level strategy, and cross-cultural adaptability. I specialise in helping construction and modular teams unlock growth through better client engagement, process clarity, and scalable commercial programmes. Known for injecting energy, clarity, and results into every challenge. Key Skills - Commercial & Operational Strategy - Modular & Off-Site Construction - Team Leadership & Coaching - Client Engagement & Stakeholder Buy-In - Business Development & Pitch Support - Project & Programme Management - Diversity & Inclusion Champion Professional Experience Founder & Principal Consultant – Alana Jones Consulting UK & International | Jan 2025 – Present - Founded and lead a strategic consultancy supporting commercial growth in the construction and modular sectors. - Delivered high-impact contracts with Portakabin (Commercial Success Programme) and Bird Construction/Stack Modular (Canada), advising on operations, business development, operational excellence, and internal alignment. - Developing new partnerships in international markets including the UAE. - Specialise in strategic workshops, commercial growth planning, operational excellence, and leadership coaching for off-site teams. Strategic Consultant – Bird Construction & Stack Modular Canada | Jan 2025 – Present - Led commercial and strategic initiatives to support Bird's expansion in the modular/offsite space. - Represented Bird at the World of Modular conference in Las Vegas; generated client leads and supported Guam project discussions. - Led a lessons-learned initiative involving 100+ stakeholders; analysed data and presented strategic recommendations. - Created marketing and CSR content tailored for the Nunavut 3000 housing bid. - Praised for creativity, agility, and embedding cross-team cohesion. Strategic Consultant – Commercial Success Programme Portakabin Ltd (UK) | Jan 2025 – Jun 2025 - Delivered a 6-month strategic project to support Portakabin's ambition to increase commercial win rates across the business. - Designed and implemented a "Commercial Success Programme" – including tailored Connect Sessions combining product knowledge, real-life case studies, and practical selling techniques. - Embedded a repeatable model that has already shown positive results and gained traction across regions. - Uncovered and proposed three supporting workstreams: external training support, systems training, and onboarding improvements to accelerate sales readiness. - Recognised for independently driving the project, engaging cross-functional teams, and delivering a scalable programme aligned with strategic goals. Regional Manager – London West Portakabin Ltd (UK) | Jun 2023 – Dec 2024 - Oversaw commercial, operational, and project functions across the London West region. - Recruited and developed a high-performing team while streamlining delivery processes. - Supported strategic tenders, enhanced health & safety culture, and improved KPIs. - Champion of inclusion initiatives and mentoring across the business. Regional Project Manager – North West Portakabin Ltd (UK) | Jun 2020 – Jun 2023 - Delivered multiple high-value modular projects, often stepping in as Operations Manager. - Rolled out new commercial/project handover processes and boosted upselling. - Mentored apprentices and supported HR with people management. Earlier Roles at Portakabin Project Controller & Administrator - Portakabin | 2006 – 2020 Developed foundational knowledge in modular delivery, project scheduling, and stakeholder communications. Career Highlights - Won an internal competition by successfully bringing together five different business units to encourage collaboration and drive commercial growth. The initiative improved cross-functional working and aligned efforts to win more business. - Achieved significant growth in order value and order numbers as Regional Manager at Portakabin, despite a leaner team structure. Successfully recruited and embedded a new team while exceeding performance targets. - Delivered 2,400+ sqm of modular student housing in 6 weeks for University of Nottingham. - Delivered 6 modular secondary schools in 12 weeks for Leicester City Council (Constructing Excellence award winner). - Mentored Project Apprentice of the Year (2023). - Founder & Chair of internal Women’s Network at Portakabin, driving mentoring and cultural change. - Endorsed by senior execs at Bird and Stack for strategic thinking and impact. Professional Development - Mental Health First Aider Qualification - APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) - ISO 9001: Auditor Qualification - SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) - IOSH Managing Safely - NVQ Level 5: Planning Lifting Operations Availability - Open to opportunities in UAE, Canada, or globally - Available for interviews remotely or in-person - UK passport holder