John Lane
Ledbury,Herefordshire
Summary
A highly accomplished Senior Air Conditioning and Project Manager with 45 years of experience in successfully delivering complex HVAC projects across commercial, industrial, and specialist environments. Renowned for good leadership in the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale mechanical and building services installations, always ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Possesses good technical knowledge in air-conditioning, ventilation, mechanical services and modern energy-efficient HVAC technologies, developed through decades of hands-on project delivery and collaboration with engineers, contractors, and clients.
Excellent stakeholder relationships and management skills, underpinned by a hands-on approach and a proactive, can-do attitude. Adept at driving projects from inception through to completion, consistently upholding stringent quality, safety, and performance standards.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Operations Manager
CFE Installations Ltd
Alvechurch, Worcestershire
2025.11 - Current
- Coordinate between Estimating & Contracts department, to achieve project milestones on schedule.
- Manage Sub Contractor relationships to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Mentoring of new Apprentice's to ensure correct understanding and knowledge of air conditioning installations.
Operations director
Air Control & Development Ltd
Aldridge, Walsall
2020.02 - 2025.10
- Coordinated multiple teams to ensure project deliverables met quality standards.
- Handled conflict resolution within teams effectively maintaining harmony and focus towards common goals.
- Managed complex projects ensuring timely completion and within budget.
- Conducted regular reviews of project progress with other Directors.
- Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
- Built relationships with stakeholders through outstanding client management skills.
Director
Lane Air Conditioning Ltd
Hereford, Herefordshire
2003.10 - 2020.02
- Supervised staff training programmes with focus on skill enhancement.
- Established solid relationships for enhanced market presence.
- Oversaw financial planning, ensured fiscal stability of organisation.
- Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
- Coordinated large scale projects with successful outcomes.
- Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.
- Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
- Directed day-to-day work of 4/6 employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
- Established strong rapport with stakeholders to enhance business credibility.
- Created and led successful business culture focused on performance.
- Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
Project Manager
Project Air Ltd
Rugeley
2002.07 - 2003.10
- Facilitated smooth transitions between project stages for seamless progression..
- Implemented quality control measures, ensured adherence to standards.
- Developed project plans for successful execution and delivery.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Guided the development of project objectives, established clear performance expectations.
- Delivered high-quality results whilst adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time.
- Managed budgets diligently, controlled unnecessary expenditure on projects.
- Planned staff and resources within business budgets for minimised expenditure.
Senior Contracts Engineer
Comsite Projects Ltd
Birmingham
2000.10 - 2002.07
- Streamlined contractual procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Minimised project risks by conducting diligent contract assessments.
- Recommended alterations in contracts, fostering improved client relationships.
- Implemented innovative process improvements in the contracts department, leading to increased productivity levels.
Contracts Manager
Air Control & Development Ltd
Aldridge, Walsall
1998.05 - 2000.09
- Ensured timely completion of projects managing contract schedules efficiently.
- Managed complex contracts for successful project delivery.
- Oversaw daily operations and contract management for site teams.
- Conducted site surveys, visits and inspections ahead of deadlines.
- Built and sustained strong professional relationships with key stakeholders.
- Understood and delivered contracts within agreed conditions and timeframes.
- Led and motivated multiple on-site teams to achieve project deliverables.
- Placed and managed subcontractor orders based on project needs.
- Worked on up to 7 projects simultaneously.
Blinds & External Sunscreen Installer
Self Employed
Birmingham
1996.01 - 1998.01
- Improved installation efficiency by mastering tools and equipment.
- Ensured high-quality output with strict adherence to installation guidelines.
- Enhanced customer confidence with professional and courteous service.
- Checked all devices post-installation, ensuring optimal operation and customer satisfaction.
- Resolved unexpected issues promptly, minimising project delays.
- Tackled challenges head-on, exhibited problem-solving acumen in critical situations.
- Used power and hand tools efficiently to expedite installation processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections before installation for ensured safety and functionality.
- Read working drawings accurately to avoid costly mistakes or reworks.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to achieve common installation goals.
- Maintained clean, tidy working environments for best possible safety practices and optimised staff wellbeing.
- Adapted to changing project requirements and deadlines.
- Earned respect and trust of clients through consistent delivery of high-quality installation services.
- Collaborated with architects, project managers and engineers to optimise project outcomes.
- Read and interpreted technical schematics to complete accurate work.
Contracts Engineer
Weatherite Services
Cradley Heath, Sandwell
1989.02 - 1996.01
Blind & Curtain Fitter
Self Employed
Birmingham, West Midlands
1988.01 - 1989.02
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Installation Eng
Itec Industrial Services Ltd
Halesowen, Dudley
1985.08 - 1988.02
Trainee Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Engineer
Braywhite Ltd
Birmingham, Birmingham
1980.08 - 1985.08
Education
Level 2 Award in F Gas & ODS Regulations Category - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Gas Handling
City & Guilds
Solihull 2011.04 - 2012.04
Installation & Service Refrigeration for Mechanics - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
City & Guilds of London Institute
Solihull 1980.05 - 1982.06
Level 2 Award in Hydrocarbon Gases - Installation, Maintenance & Service
City & Guilds
Birmingham 2024.07 - 2024.07
National Diploma - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Business & Technician Education Council
Solihull 1982.09 - 1984.06
Blue Card - ACRIB Register of Refrigerant Handlers - Health & Safety
CSCS - Skillcard
Birmingham 2025.10 - 2030.10
Managing Safely - Heath, Safety & Environment
IOSH
Worcester, Worcestershire 2017.03 - 2017.03
Some College (No Degree) - Supervision & Management
National Examining Board
Birmingham07.1986
Skills
- Resilience in high-pressure situations
- Customer relationship management
- Health and Safety regulations
- Safety consciousness
- Contract negotiation and administration
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Leadership skills
- Product knowledge
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer literacy
- Hands on approach very practical
Affiliations
- Running and maintaining fitness
- Spending time with my Grandson & family
- Finishing building my house for the past four years
- Walking dogs and enjoying the outdoors
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
CFE Installations Ltd
2025.11 - Current
Blue Card - ACRIB Register of Refrigerant Handlers - Health & Safety
CSCS - Skillcard
2025.10 - 2030.10
Level 2 Award in Hydrocarbon Gases - Installation, Maintenance & Service
City & Guilds
2024.07 - 2024.07
Operations director
Air Control & Development Ltd
2020.02 - 2025.10
Managing Safely - Heath, Safety & Environment
IOSH
2017.03 - 2017.03
Level 2 Award in F Gas & ODS Regulations Category - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Gas Handling
City & Guilds
2011.04 - 2012.04
Director
Lane Air Conditioning Ltd
2003.10 - 2020.02
Project Manager
Project Air Ltd
2002.07 - 2003.10
Senior Contracts Engineer
Comsite Projects Ltd
2000.10 - 2002.07
Contracts Manager
Air Control & Development Ltd
1998.05 - 2000.09
Blinds & External Sunscreen Installer
Self Employed
1996.01 - 1998.01
Contracts Engineer
Weatherite Services
1989.02 - 1996.01
Blind & Curtain Fitter
Self Employed
1988.01 - 1989.02
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Installation Eng
Itec Industrial Services Ltd
1985.08 - 1988.02
National Diploma - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Business & Technician Education Council
1982.09 - 1984.06
Trainee Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Engineer
Braywhite Ltd
1980.08 - 1985.08
Installation & Service Refrigeration for Mechanics - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
City & Guilds of London Institute
1980.05 - 1982.06
Some College (No Degree) - Supervision & Management
National Examining Board