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Andrew Dobbins

Altrincham,Cheshire

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in residential construction and hotel management. Demonstrates expertise in, cost estimation accuracy, efficient material utilisation and overall management proficiency. Skilled in structural engineering concepts, drywall application, framework construction, plumbing basics, and on-site supervision. Proven ability to manage budgets effectively while ensuring health and safety awareness on-site. Adept at concrete mixing and pouring, client liaison, materials procurement, sub-contractor performance management, and luxury services provision. Possesses cultural sensitivity awareness and extensive experience in catering supervision and culinary understanding. Proficient in POS system usage, property maintenance oversight, bar operation, event planning, vendor negotiations, budgeting understanding, food hygiene training. Career goal includes leveraging comprehensive skills to excel in high-end residential projects or upscale hospitality management roles.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Owner/Director

M & A Building Solutions
Altrincham, Trafford
05.2019 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by focusing on customer needs and expectations.
  • Generated leads and projects via networking and social media platforms
  • Implemented the hiring of different specialist contractors at the most competitive prices
  • Daily management of business accounts and P & L
  • Sourcing of the best materials at the best prices to allow fair pricing to clients and good profit margin for the business
  • Established long-term partnerships with clients, fostering customer loyalty and repeat business.

Sole trader/Owner

AJD Decorating Services of Cheshire
Altrincham, Trafford
03.2017 - 05.2019
  • Worked individually in domestic and commercial properties painting and decorating
  • Negotiated with suppliers for better prices.
  • Kept abreast of industry changes to maintain relevance.
  • Collaborated with other businesses for mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Day to day accounting and management of funds and invoicing

Deputy general manager

Dukes 92/ElleR Leisure
Manchester, Lancashire
02.2016 - 02.2017
  • Oversaw daily operations, met organisational objectives.
  • Fostered positive work environment by promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Implemented risk management practices, decreased potential threats.
  • Streamlined operational procedures for enhanced efficiency.
  • Handled high-stress situations calmly, mitigated potential conflicts.
  • Ensured smooth business operations whilst managing multiple departments.
  • Achieved client satisfaction with exceptional customer service skills.
  • Assisted General Manager to ensure site consistently achieved or surpassed annual financial targets.

General manager

Riddles Cocktail Bar
Altrincham, Trafford
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
  • Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
  • Fostered a high-performance culture, resulting in increased productivity.
  • Successfully negotiated contracts with suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
  • Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.

F & B Manager

Marriott Victoria & Albert
Manchester, Lancashire
09.2001 - 06.2014
  • Started with Marriott Hotels from college in various roles culminating in becoming F & B Manager at a busy city center hotel
  • Previous roles included C & B assistant manager, reservations supervisor, revenue management, concierge, receptionist, waiter, bartender
  • Venues included the Renaissance Hotel, Marriott Airport and Victoria & Albert

Education

NCFE - Uniformed Services

South Trafford College
Altrincham
09.2000 - 06.2002

GCSEs - Maths, English, History, Sciences, Drama, German, RS

Knutsford High School
Knutsford
09.1995 - 06.2000

Skills

  • Cost estimation accuracy
  • Efficient material utilisation
  • Structural engineering concepts
  • On-site supervision
  • Budget control
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Client liaison
  • Materials procurement
  • Sub-contractor performance management
  • Residential construction
  • Luxury services provision
  • Cultural sensitivity awareness
  • Catering supervision
  • Culinary understanding
  • POS system usage
  • Property maintenance oversight
  • Bar operation
  • Event planning
  • Vendor negotiations
  • Budgeting understanding
  • Food hygiene training
  • Hotel management

Affiliations

  • Walking and hiking
  • gym
  • playing and watching football
  • most sports including rugby and lacrosse
  • music including live gigs and theatre
  • Quizzes

Accomplishments

Chief Scouts Award, Personal recognition for excellent service from Mr Marriott (owner of Marriott Hotels), Long service award with Marriott Hotels. Representing Lancashire at lacrosse and having trials for England

Timeline

Owner/Director

M & A Building Solutions
05.2019 - Current

Sole trader/Owner

AJD Decorating Services of Cheshire
03.2017 - 05.2019

Deputy general manager

Dukes 92/ElleR Leisure
02.2016 - 02.2017

General manager

Riddles Cocktail Bar
06.2014 - 02.2016

F & B Manager

Marriott Victoria & Albert
09.2001 - 06.2014

NCFE - Uniformed Services

South Trafford College
09.2000 - 06.2002

GCSEs - Maths, English, History, Sciences, Drama, German, RS

Knutsford High School
09.1995 - 06.2000

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