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Anthony Thomas

Maldon,Essex

Summary

Experienced Construction Operations Manager with over 30 years of comprehensive expertise in construction management, project delivery, and site operations. Proven track record in leading large-scale projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with current building and safety regulations. Hands-on experience in developing and managing own property developments, demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit and technical proficiency. Adept at strategic planning, budget management, and fostering a culture of safety and quality across all project phases.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work history

Operations manager

Churchllp
Watford, Hertfordshire
11.2024 - Current
  • Lead and oversee all operational aspects of multiple small scale construction projects across NW london, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
  • Develop strategic plans to optimise construction processes, improve safety standards, and enhance quality control.
  • Ensure compliance with current UK building regulations and health & safety legislation, including CDM regulations and the latest UK Building Regulations.
  • Manage senior project managers, site managers, and subcontractors, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
  • Implement innovative construction techniques and sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact and increasing efficiency.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies to ensure project specifications are met and regulatory standards are maintained.
  • Analysed performance metrics, identified areas for improvement in operations management.
  • Encouraged innovative thinking in the team, fostered an environment of growth and development.

Senior project manager

Countryside Properties
Brentwood, essex
09.2021 - 10.2024
  • Headed a RC frame multi phased high-profile £30 million project in Hainault from inception to completion.
  • Coordinated design, procurement, and construction teams to deliver the project on time and within budget.
  • Conducted technical and Commercial meetings, increasing communication and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
  • Ensured adherence to UK building codes, health & safety regulations, and environmental standards.
  • Developed and maintained project schedules, risk assessments, and quality assurance plans.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance through regular training sessions and workshops.
  • Devised strategies to overcome challenges during project life cycle stages.
  • Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.

Construction manager

Stonebond
Chelmsford, Essex
05.2019 - 08.2021

I joined Stonebond Properties as part of the Senior Management team at projects manager level and was quickly promoted to Contracts Manager during this period, managing all aspects of build and JCT contracts, I had 7 sites under my remit all successfully kept withing budget and on program

  • Managing day-to-day site operations on all projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and timeline objectives.
  • Tracked progress of construction projects reporting updates to stakeholders.
  • Assessed manpower requirements, recruiting appropriate staff as needed.
  • Delivered on revenue targets and service KPIs.
  • Submitted performance feedback to stakeholders, keeping project teams on track.
  • Coordinated with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to optimise workflows and resource allocation.
  • Implemented rigorous safety protocols, leading to reduced accident rates and enhanced site safety culture.
  • Ensured compliance with UK building regulations, CDM regulations, and environmental standards.
  • Managed on-site technical issues, problem-solving to maintain project momentum.
  • Conducted new management inductions, contractor safety briefings, and ongoing training for site personnel.

Project manager

London square
Uxbridge, Hillingdon
01.2017 - 04.2019

Recruited by London Square in the first instance with a brief to complete a scheme in Chigwell, which is an oasis of 43 homes, set in and around stunning landscaped gardens, creating a spacious and beautiful environment. These beautifully appointed 4- and 5-bedroom houses are designed for contemporary family living, featuring high-end specifications throughout and have large, well appointed, interiors that maximise space and light. The units are selling from £1.2m.

  • Managed end-to-end delivery of construction projects, from initial planning through completion, including residential, commercial, and industrial schemes.
  • Developed project schedules, managed budgets, and coordinated subcontractors and suppliers to meet project timelines.
  • Ensured compliance with UK building regulations, health & safety legislation, and environmental standards.
  • Managed client relationships, prepared progress reports, and negotiated change orders.
  • Led safety initiatives on-site, fostering a safety-first culture and reducing incidents.
  • Utilised advanced project management tools for superior tracking and reporting.
  • Steered teams through complex project phases to successful completion.

Senior site manager

Taylor Wimpey
Brentwood, Essex
02.2000 - 01.2017

Joined Taylor Wimpey in 2000 as an Assistant Site Manager and progressed throughout my years with Taylor Wimpey through to Project manager level.

During this period, I delivered a series of impressive builds including High and low rise multi phase RC frame, timber frame and traditional build projects in, Chadwell heath, Brentwood, Gants hill, Romford, Walthams cross and Maldon.

  • Resolved disputes between workers promptly, fostering harmonious work environment.
  • Developed comprehensive risk assessments by identifying potential hazards on site.
  • Delivered residential, commercial, and industrial projects, always as lead site manager.
  • Hands-on management of site operations, safety, and quality control.
  • Implemented site logistics and resource planning to optimise productivity.
  • Mentored junior staff and site teams, fostering a safety-first culture and high standards of workmanship.


Director

JDG contracts
Basildon, Essex
01.1997 - 01.2000

Own Business / Partnership involved in all aspects of Maintenance / Construction Paving and Small Street works.


Maintenance line manager

Try accord
East Peckham, Kent
01.1995 - 01.1997

Line Manager on the Essex Police / Queen Estates Maintenance and Refurbishment contracts Management of up to 30 operatives involved in re-active and pro-active maintenance throughout Essex and Central London. Works would include all aspects of surveying for the internal fit out of police stations and private residential buildings, Ensuring best practice to the high standards of health, safety and quality within site operations under my control whilst delivering a high value safe project for the client behalf of the company and the team.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - bricklaying

City and Islington College
London
1996 - 1998

Skills

  • Current SMSTS
  • Black CSCS Card
  • Scaffold Inspection
  • Complex Temporary works
  • AP Mobil and Tower crane
  • Trada Timber Frame
  • NHBC defects
  • Environmental and Health/Safety Modules
  • First Aid
  • Site set up modules
  • C&G Brickwork qualification
  • Lv6 NVQ site management (current)
  • Fire stopping modules
  • Asta powerproject and Microsoft project training


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations manager

Churchllp
11.2024 - Current

Senior project manager

Countryside Properties
09.2021 - 10.2024

Construction manager

Stonebond
05.2019 - 08.2021

Project manager

London square
01.2017 - 04.2019

Senior site manager

Taylor Wimpey
02.2000 - 01.2017

Director

JDG contracts
01.1997 - 01.2000

Maintenance line manager

Try accord
01.1995 - 01.1997

NVQ Level 3 - bricklaying

City and Islington College
1996 - 1998
Anthony Thomas