Ihab Kunbus
London,UK
Summary
Highly skilled professional with extensive expertise in performance management, site oversight, and supply chain coordination. Proficient in logistics coordination, project leadership, and construction safety compliance, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities, numerical and analytical skills, and a high level of communication to drive continual improvement across major construction planning and waste management projects. Adept at team leadership, quality assurance, and lifting operations while excelling in materials handling and customs documentation. Fluent in Arabic with advanced IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), committed to delivering excellence in project management and operational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Logistics Supervisor
Kirby Group Engineering
London, North Acton - Microsoft Data Center - Powergate
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinate the procurement, delivery, and storage of construction materials and equipment.
- Ensure timely delivery to avoid project delays.
- Monitor inventory levels and re-order as needed.
- Develop and maintain logistics plans and schedules aligned with project milestones.
- Plan transport routes and methods to optimize cost and efficiency.
- Handle traffic and site access planning to prevent bottlenecks or hazards.
- Having regular logistics meetings with all subcontractors and construction managers.
- Supervise logistics & Lifting operation staff, drivers, crane supervisors, slingers, traffic Marshalls, handyman's and plants operators.
- Collaborate closely with site managers, project engineers, subcontractors and Client.
- Conduct regular briefings and ensure team compliance with safety and efficiency standards.
- Oversee the setup of site logistics infrastructure: fencing, signage, storage zones, and traffic systems.
- Ensure clean and safe working conditions in storage and loading/unloading areas.
- Ensure all logistics operations comply with health and safety regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper documentation is in place.
- Support emergency planning and contingency logistics measures.
- Track material movement and generate regular logistics reports.
- Maintain detailed records of deliveries, returns, and losses.
- Use construction software or Data Scope systems for real-time logistics tracking.
- Monitor logistics expenses and look for cost-saving opportunities.
- Work within budgets while ensuring supply chain efficiency.
- Plan and prepare for all lifting activities in coordination with the Appointed Person (who creates the lifting plan).
- Overseen the riggers, and slingers/signallers during crane operations.
- Ensure all personnel involved are competent, briefed, and working safely.
- Allocate tasks and monitor performance on-site.
- Ensure all lifting operations comply with health and safety regulations (e.g., LOLER in the UK).
- Ensuring crane supervisor carry out pre-lift checks, tool-box talks, and safety briefings.
- Oversee the setup, positioning, and dismantling of cranes.
- Act as the key communicator between the crane team and site management.
- Attending to all lifting teams meeting with the client.
- Report issues or delays to the project manager.
- Record and report any near misses or incidents.
Logistics Manager
DGP Logistics ( Claritas Group )
Edgware HA8 / Barnet, North London
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £28M.
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Coordinated labour and construction materials to ensure site met targets outlined in production programme.
- Managed team of 15 operatives , General operatives , Handyman, Traffic Marshall, welfare cleaners, Telehandler operator , Hoist operator, Slinger/Signaller, and contractors tradespeople.
- Organised site's workload and resources to optimise output and productivity.
- Strategically deployed construction staff to maximise productivity.
- Directed team of 15 and ensured staff were equipped with appropriate materials, guidelines and skills to perform well.
- Devised realistic schedules and programmes for construction activities.
- Being involved with internal and external management.
- Introduced mandatory health and safety training, ( Face fit Testing, Manual Handling, PASMA ).
- Liaised with clients to determine scope of work and project requirements and provided regular updates during work.
- Reviewed plans and specifications during schematic design of pre-construction to identify potential risks.
- Verified worker and contractor compliance with environmental protections and legal requirements.
- Maintained strict site compliance with current safety legislation.
- Delivered inductions and toolbox talks to achieve efficient team performance.
- Reviewed RAMS .
- Issued Clearance notices to contractors.
- Supervised work of contractors to achieve targets against deadlines.
- Managed requests for access to documentation, maintaining confidentiality.
- Ordered construction supplies, tracked usage and minimised cost overruns.
- Delivered contracted construction work according to time, quality and cost estimates.
- Coordinated meetings, delivered bookings, and reported directly to the project manager
- Conducted materials movements, and created site signage.
Night Manager
DGP Logistics ( Built UK )
Priory House EC1/ Farrington, Islington
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £13M
- Oversaw works areas, maintaining housekeeping.
- Managed 25 employees during night shifts to deliver outstanding works.
- Kept workforce in compliance with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring activities.
- Maintained safe, secure working environments, with zero accidents.
- Organised briefing for night shift staff to follow instructions.
- Scheduled work hour shifts to produce full staff during peak hours.
Night Manager
DGP Logistics ( Built UK )
Baden Powel House SW7 / South Kensington, City of Westminster
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £7.5M
- Managed 30 employees during night shifts to deliver outstanding works.
- Oversaw works areas, maintaining housekeeping.
- Kept workforce in compliance with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring activities.
- Maintained safe, secure working environments, with zero accidents.
- Organised briefing for night shift staff to follow instructions.
- Scheduled work hour shifts to produce full staff during peak hours.
Logistics Manager
DGP Logistics ( Mace )
Paddington Square W2 , City of Westminster
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £825M
- Working along with the Main logistics manager on site and supporting him by handling the planning and overall control of some logistics operations on site.
- Collaborated closely with project teams and handled waste management, traffic management, welfare facilities management, Security Management, Clock Room Management
- Maintained the daily site logistics plan, managed on-site labourer's/security staff, and communicated closely with the various traders on site
- Controlled and managed waste segregation, as well as the removal of all site waste
- Managed the COSHH store and ensured they were stored correctly in line with RAMS
- Produced detailed weekly reports on fire points and updated and distributed the fire plans
- Conducted materials movement, and created site signage
Logistics Supervisor
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
One Bank Street E14/ Canary Wharf, City of London
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £2M.
- Maintained the daily site logistics plan, managed on-site laborer's/security staff, and communicated closely with the various traders on site
- Accurately oversaw site logistics, conducted materials movement, and created site signage
- Controlled and managed waste segregation, as well as the removal of all site waste
- Efficiently managed the COSHH store and ensured they were kept properly in compliance with RAMS
- Produced comprehensive reports on fire points each week and updated and distributed the fire plans
- Supervised specialist sub-contractors, providing thorough induction and signing off permits work.
- Led labouring teams of 5 , driving continued productivity to met targets.
Logistics Supervisor
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
22 Bishopsgate EC2N / liverpool street, City of London
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £18M.
- Managed site logistics, maintained the daily site logistics plan, and managed deliveries
- Produced weekly reports on fire points, and updated and distributed fire plans
- Accurately oversaw site logistics, conducted materials movement, and created site signage
- Controlled and managed waste segregation, policed segregation routes and safety barriers, as well as lay down area s and site compounds
- Supervised Operatives and the Traffic Marshals
- Effectively managed the cleaning of Welfare and Offices, and conducted regular housekeeping check-ups, including clean-up notices
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Introduced mandatory health and safety training, Toolbox Talks.
- Analysed operational performance and implemented plans.
- Developed lasting relationships with employees, Contractors, upper management.
General Labourer / Ganger
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
The Strand WC2/ Charing Cross, City of Westminster
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed construction project budgets of up to £15M
- Prioritised jobs effectively to meet daily construction deadlines.
- Stored building materials safely and securely, minimising damage and loss.
- Kept building and construction areas clear and tidy, reducing site risks.
- Interpreted plan documents to correctly complete work.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring materials to strict specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting using hand scrapers and wire brushes.
- Operated concrete mixers, circular saws and cordless drills.
- Regularly lifted loads, minimising risk of personal injury by following manual handling techniques.
- Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.
- Used pallet truck to move different materials based on job needs.
- Transported goods and materials safely and securely to prevent damage and loss.
- Got promoted to a Ganger man, Managing a team of 4 Labourers
- Drilled through stone and concrete using masonry drill bits.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments in line with site regulations, eliminating risks and accidents.
- Adhered to site health and safety guidelines, maintaining safe, secure working environments.
- organising safe routes, adding site signages.
Education
NVQ Level 6 - ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management
XAS Tech
City of London 09/2023 -
Skills
- Arabic Fluent
- Performance management
- Site oversight
- Supply chain management
- Coordination
- Schedule development
- Problem solving
- High level of communication
- Highly motivated
- Strong mindset with a brilliant attitude
- Team leader
- High level of advising
- Excellent customer relations
- Construction safety compliance
- Continually Seeking Improvement
- Numerical and Analytical Skills
- Invoice Development
- Customs Documentation
- IT Skills (Word, Excel, Power
point)
- Safety standards adherence
- Materials handling
- Logistics coordination
- Operational efficiency
- Project leadership
- Major construction planning
- Supply chain coordination
- Traffic coordination
- Safety standards
- Project management experience
- Waste management
- Logistics oversight
- Lifting operations
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- Electrical Instillation-level 1.
- FAA Level 3 Award In First Aid At Work.
- Site Supervisor Skills Training Scheme ( SSSTS ).
- Gold CSCS card.
- PASMA.
- Manual Handling.
- Safeland Rescue Basic User.
- Mental Health Awareness For Management.
- Hoist Familiarisation Training.
- Health & Safety For Managers & Supervisors.
- Hand/Arm Vibration Awareness.
- Fire Warden ( Construction ).
- Asbestos Awareness.
- Accident Reporting.
- Working At Heights.
- Spill Kit Training- Chemicals And Oils.
- Risk Assessment.
- Hot Works.
- First-Aid-Requirements-Riddor.
- Noise Awareness.
- First Aid Appointed Person.
- COSHH.
- PUWER.
- GDPR UK.
- Quality Guide- SP3 Materials Receipt and Verification Process.
- Non Conformance Reporting.
- Legionella Awareness.
- CPCS A73 Spaces Training.
- Confined Spaces Training.
Personal Information
Custom
Timeline
Senior Logistics Supervisor
Kirby Group Engineering
11.2023 - Current
Night Manager
DGP Logistics ( Built UK )
01.2023 - 05.2023
Night Manager
DGP Logistics ( Built UK )
08.2022 - 01.2023
Logistics Manager
DGP Logistics ( Claritas Group )
06.2022 - 11.2023
Logistics Manager
DGP Logistics ( Mace )
11.2021 - 05.2022
Logistics Supervisor
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
08.2021 - 11.2021
Logistics Supervisor
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
03.2020 - 08.2021
General Labourer / Ganger
LLS ( BW Work Place Experts )
06.2019 - 02.2020
NVQ Level 6 - ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management
XAS Tech
09/2023 -
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