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Gordon Ritchie

Hawkhurst,Kent

Summary

Seasoned professional with focus on strategic leadership and business development. Drives organisational growth through innovative solutions and effective team management. Excels in fostering collaborative environments and optimising operational efficiency in all fields of Construction Projects and housing Developments

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Director

Gemselect Ltd
Battle, East Sussex
06.2006 - Current
  • Coordinated large scale housing projects up to 150 units with successful outcomes.
  • Managed Design Teams working on all forms of Housing Projects from Planning through to Handovers
  • Managed all Technical aspects of housing construction projects from geo-technical investigations through to final handovers
  • Managed negotiations with clients to secure profitable contracts.
  • Supervised staff training programmes with focus on skill enhancement.
  • Managed approval process for all technical and planning matters

Managing Director

BdR (Civil & Structural Engineering) Ltd
Hadlow, Kent
06.2001 - 06.2006
  • Directed complex projects to successful completion.
  • Drove innovation for improved product offerings.
  • Improved company performance by streamlining operational processes.
  • Secured new clients through targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Led Design Teams on wide variety of Construction projects

Associate Director

Monson Engineering Ltd
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
07.1991 - 06.2001
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, facilitating seamless project execution.
  • Oversaw budget development and financial forecasting to ensure fiscal health.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through proactive conflict resolution steps.
  • Boosted employee morale with effective leadership and motivational techniques.
  • Led Design Teams on wide range of Construction Projects

Engineer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
08.1987 - 05.1991
  • Coordinated with other engineers and professionals on large scale projects.
  • Cooperated with cross-functional teams during project development stages.
  • Implemented energy-efficient solutions in building designs, promoting sustainability.
  • Trained junior engineers and provided mentorship, enhancing their skill set and knowledge base.
  • Headed up Design Teams in Highways, Structures and Drainage Departments

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil & Geo-Technical Engineering

Middlesex University
London
09.1983 - 07.1987

Skills

Chartered Civil Engineer Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers CEng MICE Qualified 1992

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director

Gemselect Ltd
06.2006 - Current

Managing Director

BdR (Civil & Structural Engineering) Ltd
06.2001 - 06.2006

Associate Director

Monson Engineering Ltd
07.1991 - 06.2001

Engineer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
08.1987 - 05.1991

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil & Geo-Technical Engineering

Middlesex University
09.1983 - 07.1987
Gordon Ritchie