Alice Kimmitt | ChPP MAPM
- 2015 - Project Management Apprentice
- 2017 - MSc Assistance Project Manager
- 2019 - Full MAPM Member
- 2019 - Assistance Project Manager
- 2021 - Project Manager
- 2022 - Chartered Project Professional
What has the impact been on your career since becoming a Chartered Project Professional (ChPP)?
The main impact that becoming chartered has had on me is self-confidence. Adding those letters after my name at 25 has proved to me and others that I belong in my job, and I am competent at it. Due to my apprenticeship and undertaking my MSc whilst also working in major infrastructure projects, I have taken on some major packages of work at quite a young age, often having authority over people who have far more experience than myself can be daunting. But having the recognition from a widely recognised body such as APM, shows I have proved my ability both in my day-to-day work and in professional competency.
What does being chartered mean to you?
Being chartered means that I have been independently assessed to be considered on par with an ever-expanding group of people who value the correct application of the project management discipline to their projects. I am proud of myself and my colleagues who gain this accreditation as I know the patience, dedication and time that must have gone into acquiring it, no matter what pathway taken.
What are you tips for applying to become a ChPP?
Start early, do not lose faith and take the first step – you will get there. It can be lengthy and most people think about it for maybe 3-5 years before actually starting the application process, but just starting and understanding what it is all about is the first step. There are lot’s of people who want to help you along the way. And take it from me – it is worth it.
Would you recommend becoming a ChPP?
The kudos (and it looks great on a CV). It took me away from my day job and gave me an extra challenge, it was hard – but when you get the email you forget about all the work.