Brent Leyshon — Project Manager
I'm transforming how large-scale infrastructure programmes are delivered through AI adoption, collaborative innovation, and cross-industry thinking. Currently leading the £2bn+ Bakerloo Line Upgrade at Transport for London, setting new benchmarks through innovative procurement, AI-powered tools (Claude, NotebookLM, AI agents), and collaborative methodologies. I'm championing AI adoption across TfL, demonstrating how thoughtfully deployed AI enhances project communication, contract analysis, and programme delivery. What makes me different: 30+ years infrastructure programme management + proven business development (tripled client base in 2 years at Mivan Telecoms) + cross-industry innovation leadership. As TfL's representative on the DfT's Transport Industry Efficiency Strategy (TIES), I led the Innovate UK Living Lab project, collaborating with Crossrail, National Highways, and major organisations to drive UK infrastructure improvements. Recent highlights: • Leading £2nd+ Bakerloo Line Upgrade – Board-level commendations for quality • Championing AI adoption using Claude, NotebookLM, and AI agents • Negotiated £200m+ Framework Agreement with Thales • Managed Piccadilly Line sub-programme integration with real-time monitoring • Led TIES cross-industry digital collaboration initiatives Core capabilities:: Programme delivery at scale | Stakeholder management (25+ groups) | Commercial negotiations | AI transformation | Business development | Safety-critical systems What drives me? Advancing infrastructure delivery that serves society, and leveraging AI to improve how teams collaborate and decide. As a Mental Health First Aider who formed a suicide prevention group after losing four colleagues to suicide, I believe in building workplaces where people thrive doing meaningful work. Exploring opportunities to apply programme management, business development, and AI advocacy to help mission-driven organisations scale responsibly. Current focus: Practical AI in programme delivery | Repeatable processes that scale | Collaborative cultures
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Senior Programme Manager specializing in Infrastructure and AI Transformation.
Location: Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Experience: 31 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Programme Management
- Ai Transformation
- Collaborative Leadership
- Innovation Management
- Commercial Negotiations
- Business Development
Career Highlights
- Leading £2bn+ Bakerloo Line Upgrade with AI tools
- Tripled client base in two years at Mivan Telecoms
- Championing AI adoption across Transport for London
Work Experience
Transport for London
Senior Project Manager - Bakerloo Line Upgrade (3 yrs)
TfL Representative for DfT Transport Industry Efficiency Strategy (TIES) (4 yrs 6 mos)
Senior Project Manager - Programme and System Integration - Piccadilly Line Upgrade (6 yrs 1 mo)
Senior Project Manager - Application and System Design - 4LM ATC CBTC (1 yr 1 mo)
Senior Project Manager - Thales JNP Framework Negotiations leader (7 mos)
Senior Project Manager - Northern Line Upgrade 2 Feasibility (1 yr 11 mos)
Senior Project Manager - Tunnels & Bridges (1 yr 1 mo)
Program Manager (19 yrs 3 mos)
Project Manager (6 yrs 3 mos)
Daly International
Business Unit Manager (1 yr 11 mos)
Mivan Marine Ltd
Project Manager/Business Development Manager (4 yrs 10 mos)
AECOM (Oscar Faber)
Graduate Structural Engineer (2 yrs 7 mos)
RMJM
Graduate Structural Engineer (2 yrs 5 mos)
Education
Master of Engineering (MEng) at University of Hertfordshire
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) at University of Hertfordshire
BTEC OND at Pontypridd Technical College
at Lewis Boys Comprehensive School, Pengam