Simon Newton

Enterprise Project Management Consultant

Simon is an experienced Enterprise Project Management Consultant with deep expertise in EPMO development, project portfolio management systems, governance, reporting and process architecture. He has supported government and enterprise clients by reviewing and improving EPMO environments, designing practical roadmaps, developing project management processes, implementing Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint solutions, and building reporting capability through Power BI, SSRS and related tools. Simon brings a highly practical and hands-on approach to helping organisations improve project delivery maturity, strengthen governance, uplift scheduling standards and enable better portfolio visibility across complex delivery environments.

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SFIA Skills Profile

Skills and capability levels

This profile summarises the key SFIA-aligned skills relevant to Simon Newton's role, delivery experience and professional capability.

Simon Newton

Enterprise Project Management Consultant

SFIA Skills

POMG — Level 6Portfolio ManagementSupports portfolio-level visibility, prioritisation, reporting and governance through enterprise project management solutions, dashboards and structured portfolio processes.

PROF — Level 6Portfolio, Programme and Project SupportDesigns and improves EPMO and PMO practices, including governance structures, procedures, guidelines, workflows, templates, scheduling standards and maturity roadmaps.

METL — Level 6Methods and ToolsImplements and configures enterprise project management tools including Microsoft Project Server, Project Online, SharePoint, Power BI, SSRS and workflow-based reporting solutions.

GOVN — Level 6GovernanceEstablishes and improves governance frameworks, project controls, reporting protocols, compliance mechanisms and decision-support structures across EPMO environments.

PRMG — Level 6Project ManagementLeads complex EPM implementation and improvement projects, managing delivery activities, schedules, stakeholders, reporting requirements and solution outcomes.

RLMT — Level 6Stakeholder Relationship ManagementEngages business, ICT, PMO and executive stakeholders to understand delivery challenges, define requirements and implement practical project management improvements.

RELM — Level 5Requirements Definition and ManagementCaptures and translates business requirements into project management processes, solution designs, workflows, reports, dashboards and EPMO tool configurations.

INAN — Level 5Information AnalysisDevelops portfolio, project, resource and performance reporting using Power BI, SSRS, SQL, dashboards and structured data sources to support informed decision-making.

DESN — Level 5Systems DesignDesigns enterprise project management solution architecture across Project Server, SharePoint, reporting platforms, online forms, workflows and business intelligence tools.

DLMG — Level 5Systems Development ManagementCoordinates the development, configuration and deployment of EPM solutions, workflows, dashboards, reports and system enhancements aligned to business needs.

CHMG — Level 5Change ManagementSupports organisational change and adoption of EPMO processes, project management tools, workflows and reporting practices through guidance, training and implementation planning.

ETDL — Level 5Learning and Development ManagementDevelops usage manuals, training materials and skills transfer activities to uplift project delivery capability and support effective use of EPMO tools and processes.

DATM — Level 5Data ManagementSupports structured project and resource data management through SQL, reporting databases, dashboards, project server configuration and information quality controls.

BUSM — Level 5Business AdministrationImproves business processes, resource planning, project administration workflows and operational practices to support more effective enterprise project delivery.

SFIA level guide

Level 1 · Follow Works under close supervision, following clear instructions to carry out simple, well-defined tasks.

Level 2 · Assist Works under routine supervision, applying basic skills and knowledge with some structured guidance.

Level 3 · Apply Works with limited supervision, exercising independent judgement on familiar tasks and problems.

Level 4 · Enable Works under general direction, taking ownership of significant pieces of work and guiding others.

Level 5 · Ensure / Advise Works under broad direction, accountable for outcomes and providing authoritative advice in their area.

Level 6 · Initiate / Influence Holds significant organisational responsibility, influencing strategy and decisions beyond their immediate area.

Level 7 · Set strategy / Inspire Operates at the most senior level, setting strategic direction and inspiring change across the organisation.