James Gardner

James Gardner is an experienced professional in performance and contract management, currently serving as the Performance and Contracts Manager at Greater Manchester Combined Authority since September 2019. In this role, James oversees the GM Skills Bootcamps programme, focusing on risk management and performance mitigation. James has a history of working on various skills and innovation programs, including the Digital Skills Bootcamp and the Future Workforce Fund. Previously, James held positions such as Contract Manager at Business Growth Hub, where involvement in business support projects took place, and Delivery Contract Manager at ENWORKS, specializing in contract compliance and performance analysis. Early career experience includes serving as Delivery Manager at New Economy Manchester, where James managed financial budgets and program outputs. James holds a degree from The Manchester Metropolitan University, completed in 2003.