Howard Nicholls
Heathfield ,East Sussex
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work history
Self employed builder
Self
Heathfield , East Sussex
1985.01 - 2026.02
- Maintained cleanliness on construction sites, promoting a safe work environment.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Interpreted technical drawings accurately resulting in flawless project implementation.
- Managed supply orders for efficient use of materials, reducing waste.
- Utilised power tools proficiently whilst maintaining strict safety protocols.
- Constructed residential homes, ensuring quality workmanship at all times.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Installed windows and doors with precision for optimal home insulation.
- Assured safety on-site by strictly adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and subcontractors for streamlined operations.
- Delivered high-quality carpentry work for unique interior design elements.
- Built strong relationships with subcontractors to ensure smooth project completion.
- Performed roofing installations, major element in new builds or renovations.
- Led teams of skilled tradespeople to meet project deadlines.
- Provided expert masonry work, enhancing property aesthetics and value.
- Adhered to local building regulations throughout all phases of construction ensuring legal compliance.
- Coordinated construction projects from inception to completion for seamless execution.
- Executed electrical and plumbing repairs with meticulous attention to detail for safe operation.
- Looked after tools, materials and equipment, making available for use when required.
- Offered multi-trade services for house building projects.
- Carried out work at heights using ladders, scaffolding and worked in confined spaces, following all safety procedures.
- Refurbished commercial and residential buildings.
- Used traditional and modern building methods and materials for general repairs and full renovations.
- Delivered high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout construction process.
- Established long-lasting relationships with clients based upon reliability, quality and professionalism.
- Minimised waste by carefully measuring materials.
- Prepped and cleaned construction areas at start and end of working day.
- Communicated with customers and quickly built rapport to arrange and complete work.
- Prepared fencing, posts and panels to required standards.
- Handled material transportation in safe working manner.
- Dug underground drainage and repaired collapsed pipework.
- Informed customers of work progress, expected completion times and potential delays.
- Promoted effective project management by collaborating closely with various teams and entities.
- Shared carpentry and joinery skills across team.
- Recorded and documented work activities and deliveries promptly.
- Coordinated building material deliveries to maintain adequate supplies at all times and minimise production delays.
- Kept site areas clear of hazards to limit risk.
- Met construction project deadlines through committed teamwork.
- Carried out thorough ground preparations ready for construction works.
- Received and stored building material deliveries.
- Prepared interior walls using quality materials ready for plastering and painting.
- Repaired faulty structures for improved building security and stability.
- Ordered construction materials to exact project requirements.
- Built solid, reliable supporting structures from steel and timber.
- Performed regular maintenance to upkeep building exterior conditions.
- Levelled and smoothed interior flooring for board, laminate and carpet fitting.
- Completed roofing with suitable materials to eliminate leaks and safety risks.
- Followed The Work at Height Regulations for good site safety.
- Assessed completed works for quality and compliance.
- Checked materials provided met compatibility, safety and compliance standards.
- Installed roof rafters and trusses to building design specifications.
- Coordinated specialist subcontractors to achieve building finishing works within construction deadlines.
- Created construction plans to meet building design specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately to deliver quality results.
- Devised floor plan templates with accurate measurements.
- Briefed labourers on exact bricklaying, plumbing and electricity requirements.
Education
None (left school at 15) -
Heathfield community college
Heathfield Skills
- Quality control understanding
- Risk assessment competence
- Plastering techniques
- Conflict resolution on site
- Site safety awareness
- Scaffold setup
- Framing techniques
- Earthwork excavation
- Joinery techniques
- Material ordering
- Foundation setting
- Understanding of insulation
- Bricklaying competency
- Foundations laying
- Building regulations knowledge
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team player
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Project scheduling
- Construction processes
- Painting and decorating
- New builds
- Concreting
- Joinery
- Groundworks
- Waste disposal management
- Tiling and plastering
- Building tool and equipment maintenance
- Concrete finishing
- Rendering
- Construction cost estimates
- House extensions
- Bathroom and kitchen renovations
- Site layout familiarity
- Heavy equipment operation
- Framing
- Blockwork
- Bricklaying
- Subcontractor supervision
- Bricklaying and blockwork
- Building maintenance
- Roof construction
- Hand and power tools operation
- Excavation techniques
- Flooring installation
- Structural repairs
- Foundations
- Site safety compliance
- Building designing
- Building repair and maintenance
- Supplier liaison
- Fencing
- Plumbing
- Site risk assessments
- Digger operation
- Worksite management
- Roofing and guttering
- Contractor management
- Demolition and excavation
- Extensions and conversions
- Decking and garden structures
- Concrete mixing
- Construction team supervision
- Groundworks and drainage
- Client relations
- Budgeting expertise
- Carpentry
- Tool maintenance
- Space calculations
- Construction machinery operation
- Use of power tools
- Site layout expertise
- Communication proficiency
- Initiative taking
- Energy efficiency standards
- Roof construction expertise
- Leadership qualities
- Structural engineering basics
- Safety consciousness
- Quality control adherence
- Contractual understanding
- Resource allocation efficiency
- Paint application techniques
- Site coordination
Timeline
Self employed builder
Self
1985.01 - 2026.02
None (left school at 15) -
Heathfield community college