About Victoria Crawford

Victoria Crawford is an award-winning seasoned independent consultant specialising in waste and resource management consultancy. Victoria is passionate about environmental sustainability and effective resource management.

Victoria offers bespoke advisory services to organisations navigating environmental strategy, regulatory compliance, efficiency review, options appraisals and contract procurement, relating to their waste management services. She utilises her technical knowledge and expertise gained over 19 years industry practice to develop practical, actionable solutions tailored to real‑world business and local government needs.

Skilled in stakeholder engagement, policy interpretation, and the delivery of advice across a range of environmental service issues, Victoria adds value through strategic insights grounded in strong technical knowledge and consultancy experience.

Victoria has advised local government, central government departments, LATCos, public sector service providers and private companies. Victoria also has direct experience working in the public and private sectors, as well as a strong consultancy track record.

Credentials & Qualifications

• Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management (FCIWM) – testifying to her credibility and authority in waste and resource management

• Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) – demonstrating professional excellence in environmental stewardship and sustainability management

• Business Administration and Management University Diploma from the University of Gloucestershire (Distinction) – evidencing business and commercial acumen and financial skills

• Geography with Ecology BSc (Hons) (First Class) - underlining a solid academic foundation

What Sets Her Apart

• Strong consultancy track record in both private and public sector environments.

• Direct private sector experience in tendering for public sector collection, street cleansing and treatment contracts whilst working for public sector service providers.

• Commercial and financial acumen, with a detailed understanding of risk management in public sector contracting. Victoria’s experience working on both sides of the procurement process gives her a holistic view of risks and rewards for both parties.

• Knowledge of current and developing waste and resource management legislation and policy and their implications for local government and their service providers.

• Ability to make technical content clear, engaging and actionable for diverse audiences, including through written reports, presentations, webinars, and articles.

• Industry‑certified expertise in resources and waste management