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Gene Harley

Gene Harley

London.

Summary

I have extensive experience in managing and delivering large-scale, prestigious construction projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, care homes, schools and airports. With a proven track record of success, I specialise in all aspects of MEP, excelling in design, construction management, commissioning and compliance validation.

My in-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management allows me to adapt and tailor my expertise to meet the unique demands of each commission. I possess exceptional leadership skills, ensuring seamless project delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards.

My commissioning management expertise guarantees seamless specification compliant system deployment and integration.

Core Competencies

Pre-Construction Leadership: Oversee pre-construction processes, including value engineering, subcontractor negotiation, and programme preparation.

Project Management: Lead teams to ensure timely, high-quality performance, managing all facets of project delivery, including engineering, contract, and financial management.

Client-Focused Collaboration: Act as the main client liaison, addressing programme, progress, and design issues while integrating and disseminating design changes effectively.

Change and Risk Management: Implement change management processes, ensuring smooth adaptation to new concepts and mitigating risks to maintain project objectives.

Team Development: Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to enhance team performance and ensure alignment with project goals.

Key Achievements

• Spearheaded multiple large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion while adhering to budget constraints and maintaining superior quality standards.

• Optimised project delivery by reducing process lags, improving employee scheduling, and implementing best practices across teams.

• Successfully managed critical contractual elements, ensuring compliance with budgets and programmes while maintaining strong client relationships.

• Chaired senior management and client meetings, driving collaboration and fostering transparency in project delivery.

• Delivered significant cost savings and operational efficiencies through strategic planning and effective resource allocation.

Leadership in Action

As a resourceful Senior Project and Commissioning Manager, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead cross-functional teams, aligning diverse stakeholders to achieve shared objectives. I am skilled in creating clear and attainable project goals, balancing cost, time, and scope to ensure success. My commitment to operational excellence and strategic problem-solving has earned me recognition as a trusted leader in the construction industry.

I am confident that my expertise in project and commissioning management, coupled with my ability to adapt and excel under varying demands, will contribute significantly to the success of your organisation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Commissioning Manager

Mace Aviation
Heathrow Airport, London
08.2023 - Current
  • Project: Cargo Tunnel
  • Project value: £200m
  • Senior Commissioning Manager: Role Includes but is not limited too.
  • Production of Commissioning Strategies and Plans.
  • Production of Integrated System Testing and Migration Strategies and Plans.
  • Chair & Record: Bi-Weekly Contractor Commissioning Meetings.
  • Chair & Record: Discipline Specific Commissioning work shops.
  • Chair & Record: Client Commissioning Meetings.
  • Run / manage: Commissioning Key issues Trackers.
  • Run / manage: Commissioning Report.
  • Production of Commissioning Programme.
  • Client Liaison / reporting.
  • Complex system Integration review / management.
  • Set team priorities, maintained schedules and monitor performance for optimum results.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders and external partners, influencing direction in complex environments.

MEP Senior Project Manager

Gloster S-Worx
London, London
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Client - Wates
  • Projects - Probation Service Enfield & Reading, County Court Norwich, and Ada Technical College London
  • Project values - £1m - £7m
  • Ministry of Justice and Probation Service full fit-out
  • Up to 40 engineers/staff
  • Pre-construction - PS Reading £2m and Norwich Crown Court £7m
  • Tracked project progress diligently, ensuring adherence to set deadlines.
  • Delivered successful project outcomes by directing team activities and facilitating communication.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to meet project objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution.
  • Strengthened client relationships by maintaining open and consistent communication lines throughout projects' duration.
  • Devised strategies to overcome challenges during project life cycle stages.
  • Lead the Commissioning Management Team.

MEP Senior Project Manager

Update Technologies
City of London, London
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Client - Osbourne & Co
  • Project - Santander, 2 Triton Square
  • Project value - £12m
  • 6 office floors and plant replacement
  • Up to 100 engineers/staff
  • Lead the Commissioning Team

MEP Senior Project Manager

Borough Engineering Services Ltd
Stratford, London, London
05.2020 - 02.2022
  • Client - Mace.
  • Project - East Village No6.
  • Project value - £35m.
  • 550 apartments shell & core and fit-out.
  • Up to 200 engineers/staff.

MEP Senior Project Manager

Borough Engineering Services Ltd
Greenwich, London, London
04.2018 - 05.2020
  • Client - Mace
  • Greenwich Square - £11m
  • 325 apartments. Shell & core and fit-out.
  • Up to 100 engineers/staff

MEP Senior Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
Covent Garden, London, London
03.2016 - 03.2018
  • Client - Sir Robert McAlpine
  • Kings Court - £12m
  • 35 high-end luxury apartments, Kings Street, Covent Garden. MEP shell & core and fit-out.
  • Up to 80 engineers/staff.
  • Intricate bespoke design development and execution throughout existing listed parts of the project.

MEP Senior Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
Tower Bridge, London, London
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Client - St George.
  • Project - London Docks £22m.
  • 253 apartments. MEP shell & core and fit-out.
  • Up to 200 engineers/staff

Senior Construction/MEP Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
Esher, Surrey, Surrey
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Client - Anchor.
  • Mooreplace Residential Care Home - £12m
  • 60 high-end luxury care suites.
  • Responsible for complying with standards and specific design associated with residential care homes.
  • Up to 100 engineers/staff

Mechanical Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
Tottenham, London, London
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Client - Base Contracts.
  • Project - Tottenham Hotspur Football Stadium - Lilly White House
  • Project value - £8m
  • Head Office shell & core and fit-out - £10m.
  • Up to 60 engineers/staff.

Education

SMSTS - Construction

City Training
London
08.2021

Higher National Diploma - Building Services Engineering

Southbank University
London
08.2010

NVQ Level 3 - HVAC

City Training
London
08.2008

Skills

  • Technical team leadership
  • Regulatory standards compliance
  • Scheduling techniques
  • Commissioning procedures knowledge
  • Project scheduling
  • Operational efficiency
  • Mechanical systems expertise
  • Cost control
  • Preparation of Technical documentation
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Critical decision making

Timeline

Senior Commissioning Manager

Mace Aviation
08.2023 - Current

MEP Senior Project Manager

Gloster S-Worx
11.2022 - 08.2023

MEP Senior Project Manager

Update Technologies
02.2022 - 10.2022

MEP Senior Project Manager

Borough Engineering Services Ltd
05.2020 - 02.2022

MEP Senior Project Manager

Borough Engineering Services Ltd
04.2018 - 05.2020

MEP Senior Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
05.2016 - 05.2017

MEP Senior Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
03.2016 - 03.2018

Senior Construction/MEP Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
05.2015 - 05.2016

Mechanical Project Manager

Southeastern Electrical PLC
05.2014 - 05.2015

SMSTS - Construction

City Training

Higher National Diploma - Building Services Engineering

Southbank University

NVQ Level 3 - HVAC

City Training

Accomplishments

  • 2012-2014 - HMS Ltd - Director - Mechanical Contractor
  • 2010-2012 - HME Ltd - Mechanical Supervisor
  • 2008-2010 - Stonegrove Ltd - Mechanical Pipe Fitter / Supervisor
  • 2005-2008 - Plumber / Pipe fitter
  • 2003-2005 - Sydney Australia - AbbeyLeighton Joint Venture - Mechanical Leading Hand
  • 2000-2003 - Plumber / Pipe Fitter
Gene Harley