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Darren Cardwell

Southam,Warwickshire

Summary

A highly motivated individual with extensive experience in many aspects of the construction and interior modelling sectors. Skilled in sales, supply, and installation of kitchens and bathrooms. Proficient in project management, budgeting, and maintaining customer relationships. Seeking a new challenge to further career growth.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work history

Owner

Evoke Kitchen Design
2009.09 - 2024.12
  • I have continued to supply and install kitchens plus project manage building work.
  • During this time I have also subcontracted to other kitchen companies to assist with installations.
  • Trained and gained experience in using Auto cad 3DS Max software.

Sub Contract Work

Classic Interiors
2021.06 - 2021.12

Sub Contract Work

Loveridge Kitchens and Bathrooms
2017.09 - 2018.05

Owner

Sinks and Appliances (UK)
2003.05 - 2009.04
  • While continuing to supply and install kitchens and bathrooms I also began supplying kitchen appliances nationwide.

Sub Contract Installation

Warwick Lifestyle
2002.04 - 2003.04
  • Sub contract installations of kitchens.

Sole Trader

Cardwell Interiors, Kitchens and Bathrooms
1998.03 - 2003.04
  • I became self employed where over time I managed to become established in supplying and installing kitchens, bathrooms and bedroom furniture to the domestic market.
  • I invested in kitchen software (20/20 design) which allowed me to offer 3d plans to customers.
  • I also partnered with kitchen and appliance manufacturers around the UK and became a supplier to other installers.

Head of Installations

Exclusive Designs Coventry
1995.11 - 1998.02
  • Primarily a bathroom based company, they had decided to also supply and fit kitchens. I was asked to help them adapt. I oversaw and assisted with all installations.

Kitchen and Bathroom Installer

J Hackett Kitchens and Bathrooms
1992.06 - 1995.09
  • To assist with installation of kitchens, bathrooms and fitted bedroom furniture.
  • I also learnt and began planning kitchen layouts and how to order materials.

Apprenticeship

JC Cardwell
1987.06 - 1992.04
  • Entry level to learn multi trade skills on all aspects of domestic building work.
  • Main responsibilities were to assist other trades.
  • Over my employed years I had gained practical and theoretical knowledge on many aspects including understanding plans and quantities of materials.

Education

GCSE -

Caludon Castle
Coventry

Skills

  • Design software expertise
    AutoCAD proficiency
    Budget management
    Effective communication
    Fluency in English
    Bathroom and kitchen installation
    Active listening
    Problem-solving
    Project coordination
    Relationship building

Timeline

Sub Contract Work

Classic Interiors
2021.06 - 2021.12

Sub Contract Work

Loveridge Kitchens and Bathrooms
2017.09 - 2018.05

Owner

Evoke Kitchen Design
2009.09 - 2024.12

Owner

Sinks and Appliances (UK)
2003.05 - 2009.04

Sub Contract Installation

Warwick Lifestyle
2002.04 - 2003.04

Sole Trader

Cardwell Interiors, Kitchens and Bathrooms
1998.03 - 2003.04

Head of Installations

Exclusive Designs Coventry
1995.11 - 1998.02

Kitchen and Bathroom Installer

J Hackett Kitchens and Bathrooms
1992.06 - 1995.09

Apprenticeship

JC Cardwell
1987.06 - 1992.04

GCSE -

Caludon Castle
Darren Cardwell