
Chartered Construction Manager with 17 years of experience in Tier 1 contracting across diverse construction sectors. Proven track record in managing large-scale projects exceeding £70 million from Tender to completion. Military leadership experience contributes to effective team motivation and project execution. Extensive background in government projects, civils, demolition, steel frame refurbishment, and Ministry of Justice initiatives.
Oversaw site management for £70m fire safety improvement initiative.
Facilitated subcontractor mobilisation through comprehensive information packages.
Oversaw all site activities, ensuring adherence to programme and safeguarding contractual positions.
Monitored and inspected work quality to maintain high standards, addressing issues with subcontractors promptly.
Maintained up-to-date site records in compliance with Company and legislative requirements.
Identified potential project delivery issues and implemented corrective actions or escalated as necessary.
Ensured understanding and adherence to contract terms, safeguarding the Company's contractual position.
Collaborated with Commercial team to monitor financial status, proposing solutions and improvements.
Reported variations to the commercial team, safeguarding the Company's financial position.
Managed prelim costs effectively, ensuring budget compliance.
Project Team
West Suffolk Operational Hub (WSOH) developed to meet the changing needs for waste management in west Suffolk. The state-of-the-art facility brought Three partner councils; Suffolk County Council, Forest Heath District Council and St Edmundsbury Borough Council together to be involved in the project to build a new waste disposal facility.
• Assist the Project Lead in the delivery of the Project
• To manage the daily activities of subcontractors, in respect Of Health and Safety, Quality and programme
• To manage the costs associated with the works, and any variations should they arise in liaison with the Site Quantity Surveyors
• Lead weekly progress meetings and producing the required timeline of works / action points
• Subcontractor management to ensure projects are delivered on time and compliant
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors for post completion works
• Control of subcontractors and directly employed labour • Liaison with the Client and their agents
• Review of ongoing works with a view to highlight potential defects
• Advising production teams on `lessons learnt`
• Assist with the preparation of O&M`s
• Lead daily Start Up meetings
• Manage the snagging/defects process
Executed thorough reviews of design drawings for buildability, raising RFIs where appropriate.
Directed flow of sub-contractors' design information according to site work requirements.
Engaged in risk/opportunities assessments, applying mitigation strategies proactively.
Collaborated with Project Manager on MIRS production and ongoing monitoring.
Established and monitored sub-contractors' programme compliance against set targets.
Tracked contract programme progress, working with Project Manager on recovery plans.
Fostered strong relationships to enhance team performance while managing up to 60 personal
Applied structured and creative approaches to deliver comprehensive training for all members.
Qualified Construction manager with +17 years of experience within a busy and demanding environment.
I am extremely motivated and have a desire to excel. I have a big picture focus and am focused of success and driving results .