Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry
Our ambition is to re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, be the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention
Core principles
Our aim is to use these every day as we’re discussing ideas, deciding the best solution to a problem or hiring new talent.
Core principles
Our aim is to use these every day as we’re discussing ideas, deciding the best solution to a problem or hiring new talent.
Core Principles
Our aim is to use these every day as we’re discussing ideas, deciding the best solution to a problem or hiring a new talent.
Find a better way
Innovation is the creation of a viable new offering and we welcome your ideas.
It shouldn't be practised by only a small creative few. Anyone can innovate and at CMR we realise it must be nurtured.
Bias for action
We know your time is valuable. Recognise that 80% of the information is often enough to make decisions.
Many of these are reversible. We will support you to keep moving forward and remember it's ok to fail safely.
Be bold, be humble
It's important to have conviction, strong judgment and good instincts. Speak out when you disagree, even if it's uncomfortable.
However, often overlooked is humility. Accept challenge and don't be afraid to admit when you're wrong. Welcome the learning opportunity.
Learn and be curious
Find what interests you and learning will become second nature.
We encourage and support our people to develop their skills and explore new possibilities.
Diverse together
The differences in who we are, how we think and what we've experienced are one of our greatest strengths here at CMR.
By including everyone, we are able to grow and learn together and better serve our clients.
Be human
A huge proportion of our time is spent at work. We all have the desire to connect, be appreciated and feel useful.
Promote an environment of respect, that supports our mental health and allows people to truly be themselves.
A merit based system
We pride ourselves on having a cultural system where the basis for progression is ability and performance.
These may develop with experience, but we do not view this as a prerequisite.
Ownership
Ownership is a powerful tool. When entrusted to do meaningful work well, we are more likely to perform at our best.
At CMR we reinforce positive accountability to make this happen.
Great is a starting point, not an end point
Our focus on high standards is relentless. Commit yourself and each other to deliver a quality service for our clients.
We are ambitious in what we try to achieve. Setting ourselves goals that are seemingly out of reach inspires us to achieve more than expected.
Our Story
Cooper Moss Rutland is a progressive, dynamic and independent consultancy offering tailored Project Controls solutions across a multitude of industries. With a wealth of diverse experience in hand and a clear vision in mind, CMR intends to change the way Project Controls is provided.
The aim of Project Controls is to provide clarity and direction to projects of all sizes, yet we have seen first-hand that poorly executed Project Controls can result in quite the opposite effect. Whether it be the wrong solution to a problem, a lack of formal tools and techniques or disjointed teams pulling in different directions, CMR has been created to address each of these issues, and more.
Decades of practical and varied controls knowledge form CMR’s foundation. We work closely with our clients and make their objectives our passion. We love nothing more than a challenge and truly believe that integrated Project Controls shouldn’t be a dream but a realistic expectation.
Why Us
Good Project Controls should be accessible to projects and companies of all sizes, but assembling a controls team can be a daunting and costly prospect. The right support doesn’t always come in the form of a full-time standing army. CMR envisages an industry more agile in the way we all demand and supply our services.
We work with both small companies and megaprojects and always design the appropriate solution. Our clients’ goals become our own and we can offer a range of tried and tested templates, tools and how-to guides which can be tailored to any project.
Our experience in working on large programmes has taught us what good project controls should look like, while our time spent working with small companies has taught us to prioritise our efforts to best suit their needs. We have transformed the controls capability for a number of small companies, enabling them to focus on their strengths and successfully deliver their projects.
We are lucky to have a great team of specialists with varying levels of experience and skill sets. We put a lot of effort into handpicking energetic and dedicated people to support your projects. Project Controls is all we do.
Leadership
Our leadership team is collectively responsible for setting and delivering our vision and strategy. They use their extensive experience to ensure we are at the forefront of our industry to provide the optimum project controls solutions for our clients.
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Kevin Cooper Co-Founder
Kevin is a Planning and Project Controls Manager, who has a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has expertise in project controls, planning, forensic analysis, cost, risk, reporting, resource, and contract management; having worked on major complex infrastructure projects. Whilst studying, Kevin represented Britain at numerous international events as part of the British Sailing Team at pre-Olympic level. Since retraining as a planner, he has worked on multiple projects for the Ministry of Defence, as well as major infrastructure works such as the £40bn Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C Nuclear Power Stations, the Tideway, the Lower Thames Crossing and Crossrail. Kevin’s focus is on ensuring integration between project controls and commercial, helping the client to make informed decisions for the best outcome for their project.
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Danny Moss Co-Founder
Danny is an experienced Planning Manager and Project Controls specialist, with a Masters in Science & Engineering. He has worked as an engineer, planning manager and PMO specialist on large and complex infrastructure construction projects. His expertise is in project controls integration, planning, cost, risk, reporting, NEC contract management and forensic analysis. After graduating with a first-class honours degree in Chemistry and Materials Science, Danny’s career began as an engineer for EDF Energy on the Hunterston B gas reactor and Sizewell B water reactors. He then moved into Project Controls as the Reporting Lead, and then Planner, on the £40bn Hinkley Point C nuclear power station mega Programme. Danny was selected to be a Senior Planner and Risk Manager on the £6bn Thames Tideway Programme, a Senior PMO Analyst on the £6bn Lower Thames Crossing and a Lead Planner for a Tier 2 contractor on Crossrail Projects. His focus is on providing clarity, communication and fit-for-purpose solutions to a complex industry that is often lacking in each of these aspects.
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Neill Rutland Co-Founder
Neill is a planning and project controls manager with more than 22 years’ experience of working on large and complex programmes in rail, infrastructure, water, power, software engineering and construction. Starting his career on London Underground’s Northern Line Upgrade Programme, Neill has worked on a number of rail programmes including the Victoria Line Upgrade, the Deep Tube, Crossrail and The Prestige (Oyster Card) ticketing system Programmes. More recent projects include Thames Tideway (Water), Lower Thames Crossing (Highways) and The Palace of Westminster Restoration and Renewal. Expertise in Project Controls, Planning, Reporting, Cost Management, Risk, Change Control, Document Control and in establishing the associated processes. Experience supervising integrated programme rebaselines, setting up and running earned value, bid schedule preparation, schedule tender evaluation & recommendation, overseeing quantitative schedule risk analysis and the implementation of project management systems methodology. He places a strong emphasis on building relationships with stakeholders and developing a controls approach aligned with the Client’s goals.
Our Team
CMR is its people. We would not be here today without the expertise, determination and imagination of our team. What we have in common is our principles, but what sets us apart is our assortment of backgrounds, experiences and approaches that helps us be the best we can.
Meet some of our team!

Anna Onwuka
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Ayush Thapa
Consultant | Document Control

Belinda Albasini
Senior Talent Acquisition Lead

Connor Osborne
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Conor Gilmartin
Consultant | Document Control

Daniel Craven
Associate Partner | Planning & Scheduling | Digital Transformation

Fabio Di Primio
Senior Consultant | Project Controls

Gulcin Simdi
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Guy Lamb Hughes
Lead Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Haroon Yakub
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Jennifer Weston
Lead Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

John Lines
Lead Consultant | Risk Management

Matt Devine
Senior Consultant | Cost Management

Michael Gittons
Senior Consultant | Risk Management

Nick Stockwell
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Paola Galvan Vera
Virtual Senior Administrator

Patricia Argüello Ron
Senior Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Paul Howley
Lead Consultant | Planning & Scheduling

Preet Shah
Web Developer | Digital Transformation

Rhys Owen
Lead Consultant | Risk Management

Rita Akrofi
Senior Consultant | Risk Management

Roheel Babla
Lead Consultant | Planning & Scheduling | Digital Transformation

Shahan Hye
Consultant | Risk Management

William Boxall
Principal Consultant | Risk Management

Zakaria Shukur
Lead Consultant | Planning & Scheduling