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Gary Cannon

Scarborough,North Yorkshire

Summary

Hardworking Builder equipped to manage diverse residential and commercial projects. Monitors materials and workflow to reduce downtime. Maintains safe and controlled work environments with proper use of tools and PPE.

Astute construction professional offers strong background in residential construction. Proactively reports or resolves hazards to safeguard teams and equipment. Strong command of local building codes and safety requirements.

Reliable Builder with knack for turning blueprints into solid, well-built structures. Skilled in all facets of construction, from laying foundations to final touches, improving build quality and site safety. Known for teamwork and problem-solving, contributing to timely project completions and client satisfaction.

Seasoned professional in construction industry with focus on building and structural works. Can deliver high-quality, structurally sound projects by applying unique skills in traditional and modern building techniques. Proficiency in project management helps ensure timely completion of tasks, meeting both budget and quality standards.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work history

Self employed Builder

Self employed
08.2009 - Current
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitated clear communication between clients and subcontractors for streamlined operations.
  • Managed supply orders for efficient use of materials, reducing waste.

Construction Workshop Manager

Scarborough technical collage
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
08.2005 - 08.2009
  • Streamlined equipment inventory management whilst minimising wastage and costs.
  • Implemented energy-efficient practices within the workshop, contributing towards organisational sustainability goals.
  • Prepared detailed reports on workshop activities to facilitate strategic planning decisions by senior management.

Construction foreman

Pat Gallways Builders
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
11.1997 - 06.2005
  • Supervised a team of construction workers, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
  • Implemented training programmes that raised skill levels amongst the workforce.
  • Managed materials procurement, resulting in efficient workflow.

Project manager in construction

Plaxtons Construction
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
10.1983 - 07.1997
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders, ensuring alignment of expectations and deliverables.
  • Led weekly meetings with clients updating them about the progress whilst addressing concerns promptly.
  • Resolved on-site issues swiftly, minimising potential delay in project schedule.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Trowel Occupations

London Institute
London
06.2010

City& Guilds - Construction Project Management

Scarborough Technical College
Scarborough
06.2008

SVQ Level 3 - Construction Management

CITB
Scarborough Technical College
06.2008

Skills

  • Risk assessment competence
  • Foundations laying
  • Site safety awareness
  • Building regulations knowledge
  • Bricklaying competency
  • Plastering techniques
  • Structural engineering principles
  • Understanding of insulation
  • Material ordering
  • Quality control understanding
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Team player
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Project scheduling
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Site layout familiarity
  • Bricklaying and blockwork
  • Joinery
  • Concreting
  • Structural repairs
  • Supplier liaison
  • Tiling and plastering
  • Excavation techniques
  • Site safety compliance
  • Construction team supervision
  • Contractor management
  • Building repair and maintenance
  • Flooring installation
  • Groundworks and drainage
  • Extensions and conversions
  • Concrete finishing
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Construction processes
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • House extensions
  • Space calculations
  • Hand and power tools operation
  • Rendering
  • Building designing
  • Proposal creating
  • Fencing
  • Blockwork
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Building maintenance
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Building tool and equipment maintenance
  • Budgeting expertise
  • Worksite management
  • Waste disposal management
  • Concrete mixing
  • Demolition and excavation
  • Bricklaying
  • Decking and garden structures
  • Client relations
  • Construction cost estimates
  • Heritage refurbishments
  • Roofing and guttering
  • Digger operation
  • New builds
  • Safety consciousness
  • Initiative taking
  • Quality control adherence
  • Professional integrity
  • Site coordination
  • Site layout expertise

Languages

English
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Self employed Builder

Self employed
08.2009 - Current

Construction Workshop Manager

Scarborough technical collage
08.2005 - 08.2009

Construction foreman

Pat Gallways Builders
11.1997 - 06.2005

Project manager in construction

Plaxtons Construction
10.1983 - 07.1997

NVQ Level 2 - Trowel Occupations

London Institute

City& Guilds - Construction Project Management

Scarborough Technical College

SVQ Level 3 - Construction Management

CITB
Gary Cannon