SPEAKER INTERVIEW: ANTONIS SLICHER

The Big 5 hosts Antonis Slicher, the Project Director at MHPM Project Managers, as a key speaker of the event's Project Management Talks. Part of a broad complimentary and CPD certified agenda dedicated to educating and empowering construction professionals, Antonis Slicher's session is titled "Program vs Project Management – What is the difference?" and takes place on November 25 at 12:00 - 12:45 hrs.

​Here's what Antonis Slicher, Project Director, at MHPM Project Managers revealed us ahead of the event:

What is the difference between Project Managers and Program Managers?

Project Managers manage a single effort with a focus on scope, program and resources to create a unique product, service or result. Program Managers manage a collection of interrelated and often interdependent projects delivered as a single package.

What are the steps required to become a successful Project Manager?

Certainly a construction related higher education degree to begin with. Prior experience working with a contractor provides invaluable insight into the complexities of construction and is recommended.

What are the steps required to become a successful Program Manager?

The starting point would be a construction related higher education degree. It would be preferable for a Program Manager to initially spend a few years as a Project Manager on a handful of projects to obtain experience in project delivery, from design to tender to construction. This would provide this individual with the appropriate tools and experience to become a successful Program Manager.

What can industry professionals expect to learn at your session at The Big 5?

A bit more insight into the often misunderstood realm of Program Management, along with some guidance for construction professionals who are interested in moving to a program management role.

Why is it important for events such as The Big 5 to offer free education to construction professionals?

As an industry we can only get better by openly sharing our knowledge and experience.

About Antonis Slicher -

Antonis is a Project Director at MHPM Project Managers and until recently was leading the team providing Project Management Support Services to the Jumeirah Group.

With more than 22 years’ experience in project and program management, Antonis has led projects with a collective value of over AED 75 Billion. His portfolio includes mixed-use developments, major infrastructure, hospitality, education and oil & gas projects.  He combines solid project and program management, teamwork and robust stakeholder management skills to ensure that projects are delivered successfully. His portfolio of large hospitality and mixed-use projects is a testament to his project management strengths.

You can hear more from Antonis Slicher at the Project Management Talks on 25th November, 12:00 - 12:45.

Register online to attend the event for free at THIS LINK.