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Daniel Walters

Mid Glamorgan,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced professional with knowledge of NEC contracts and construction methods. Demonstrates resilience under pressure and excels in tender preparation. Proficient in Excel, with a proactive approach to learning and development.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Trainee quantity surveyor

Velta Construction LTD
Treforest, Cardiff
04.2024 - Current
  • Mitigated commercial risk by supporting contract analysis and contributing to negotiation strategies.
  • Generated measurable cost savings by applying best practices in procurement and cost control.
  • Interpreted construction drawings to produce accurate material take-offs and requirement estimates.
  • Evaluated construction methods and proposed cost-effective alternatives to support value engineering.
  • Undertook regular site visits to assess progress and gather data for cost reporting.
  • Prepared and issued tender documents, contributing to accurate and competitive bid submissions.
  • Worked alongside senior surveyors to review specifications and assess project requirements.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to source competitive quotes for specialist works.
  • Participated in development, pre-start, and subcontractor meetings to ensure alignment across teams.

Teacher of Welsh and Head of Year

Bridgend County Borough Council
Cefn Glas, Bridgend
09.2014 - 04.2024
  • Oversaw progress tracking and data analysis to identify trends, forecast outcomes, and implement intervention strategies – directly transferable to project cost monitoring.
  • Delivered presentations and reports to senior leaders and governing bodies, honing clear and professional communication skills.
  • Prioritised workload and deadlines effectively while responding to unexpected challenges – similar to managing project variations and change control.
  • Experienced in safeguarding and compliance
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.

Corporal - Royal Military Police

Army
Donnington, Telford
11.2004 - 04.2009
  • Operational tours to Afghanistan and Bosnia, conducting policing duties in high-pressure and hostile environments.
  • Attached to the Special Investigations Branch (SIB), supporting complex investigations into serious incidents and offences.
  • Led small teams and coordinated patrols, ensuring operational effectiveness and security.
  • Gathered, recorded, and secured evidence in accordance with legal protocols.
  • Conducted interviews, statements, and incident reports, building strong case files under time-critical conditions.

Education

MSc Quantity Surveying - Construction

University College of Estate Management
Reading
03.2024 -

BA (Hons) Secondary Education including QTS - Education

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff
09.2011 - 09.2014

Skills

  • Knowledge on NEC contracts
  • Construction methods knowledge
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Proactive learner
  • Tender preparation
  • Excel proficiency

Languages

Welsh
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trainee quantity surveyor

Velta Construction LTD
04.2024 - Current

MSc Quantity Surveying - Construction

University College of Estate Management
03.2024 -

Teacher of Welsh and Head of Year

Bridgend County Borough Council
09.2014 - 04.2024

BA (Hons) Secondary Education including QTS - Education

Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2011 - 09.2014

Corporal - Royal Military Police

Army
11.2004 - 04.2009

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