DAVID WILKINSON
WINSFORD,Cheshire
Summary
Experienced in building site supervision with a strong foundation in safety regulations and construction legislation. Proficient in site surveying, project planning, and providing progress updates, ensuring projects meet HSE safety requirements. Skilled in conducting tool box talks, promoting safety, and managing snagging and defect rectification. Committed to enhancing site inspections and maintaining high standards of quality and safety on construction sites.
Energetic Site Manager with outstanding ability to build strong relationships with clients. Impressive understanding of workplace safety procedures and policies. Dedicated to completing projects on time and under allocated budget.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1983
1983
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SITE MANAGER/SUPERVISOR
Self Employed
Winsford, Cheshire
09.2004 - Current
- Coordinated between various stakeholders to achieve smooth communication flow.
- Addressed issues promptly, maintaining uninterrupted work schedules.
- Handled procurement of materials for optimal resource utilisation.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers leading to substantial cost savings.
- Maintained site cleanliness, contributing to improved work environment.
- Bolstered site efficiency by implementing innovative construction methods.
- Oversaw daily operations on-site, promoting effective workflow management.
- Demonstrated leadership skills during challenging circumstances, ensuring team morale remained high.
- Conducted regular risk assessments with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
SENIOR FITTER
EPSOM DISPLAY LTD
Middlewich, Cheshire East
01.1991 - 08.1994
- Conducted staff training for enhanced productivity.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime significantly.
- Streamlined workflow by optimising team roles and responsibilities.
- Utilised advanced tools to increase accuracy in fittings.
- Identified potential issues early, preventing costly repairs down the line.
- Ensured workplace safety with rigorous compliance to regulations.
- Installed and commissioned new equipment for smooth integration into existing systems.
- Kept work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free to uphold general safety and security.
- Performed regular, routine maintenance on machinery to maintain smooth-running operations.
Retail sales manager
RUMBELOWS ELECTRICAL
Knutsford, Cheshire East
04.1985 - 12.1990
- Created engaging window displays to attract foot traffic into the shop.
- Oversaw staff scheduling to ensure adequate cover during all business hours.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies for appealing store layout.
- Streamlined checkout process to reduce waiting time for customers.
- Managed in-store promotions for maximising product visibility and driving sales.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, ensuring loyalty to the brand.
- Managed daily sales department management meetings to plan and discuss daily prospecting targets and activities.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining financial integrity of the store.
- Empowered sales team by devising high quality staff development programme and consistently upskilling workforce by facilitating training in innovative sales strategies and lead generation.
- Trained and mentored staff to meet sales objectives and provide stellar customer service.
- Observed activities of competitors to improve selling strategies.
- Drafted monthly, quarterly and yearly action plans to improve business targets.
Retail sales associate
DOUGLAS WILLIAMS
Chester, Cheshire
09.1982 - 03.1985
- Assisted in visual merchandising, improving shop floor appeal.
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure stock accuracy.
- Maintained tidy sales floor to enhance shopping experience.
- Boosted store reputation with excellent customer service skills.
- Participated in staff meetings contributing valuable insights for improvement.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient store operations.
- Handled cash transactions accurately maintaining financial integrity.
- Operated till systems correctly, ensuring accurate transactions.
Education
9 X CSEs -
VERDIN HIGH SCHOOL
Winsford, CheshireSkills
- Safety regulations knowledge
- Construction legislation knowledge
- Site surveying
- Project planning and progress updates
- Tool box talks and safety promotion
- Snagging and defect rectification
- Site Inspections
- HSE safety requirements
- Building site supervision
Certification
SMSTS
CSCS
3 DAY FIRST AID
FIRE MARSHALL
UKATA ASBESTOS
Timeline
SITE MANAGER/SUPERVISOR
Self Employed
09.2004 - Current
SENIOR FITTER
EPSOM DISPLAY LTD
01.1991 - 08.1994
Retail sales manager
RUMBELOWS ELECTRICAL
04.1985 - 12.1990
Retail sales associate
DOUGLAS WILLIAMS
09.1982 - 03.1985
9 X CSEs -
VERDIN HIGH SCHOOL