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Joseph Burns

Joseph Burns

Blackburn,LAN

Summary

Accomplished Site Supervisor with extensive expertise in site management and coordination over a period of 22 years. Holds a CSCS Gold Card and is SMSTS & SSSTS qualified, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety compliance and effective project supervision. Currently pursuing NVQ level 6 in Site Management, enhancing skills in site inspection procedures, materials estimation, and conflict resolution on-site. Adept at first aid and on-site problem resolution, aiming to leverage these competencies for successful project outcomes.

Dependable Site Foreman skilled at managing construction sites and ensuring projects run smoothly. Excel in coordinating teams, maintaining safety standards, and delivering projects on time. Known for improving workflow and boosting team morale through clear communication and hands-on leadership.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Site Foreman

M&J Evans
Kirkham & Horwich, Lancashire
03.2023 - Current
  • At present on Kirkham, we have excavated and poured concrete for more than 110 plots, which include Pile and Ground Beam foundations, in addition to conventional strip foundations. This work encompasses 43 CMLs and over 4,100 square meters of roads and sewer systems. All this in little under 10 months. During my tenure supervising this development, I have at times overseen a workforce of over 50 individuals engaged in various tasks, including Roads and Sewers, Slabs and Drains, Finishing Works, Bricklaying, the construction of a 300-meter acoustic wall and a significant peat removal operation.
  • Coordinated site operations to meet strict deadlines, whilst also achieving top marks from NHBC.
  • Complied strictly with all regulatory requirements, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
  • Ensured site safety by implementing rigorous health and safety protocols.
  • Led team of skilled workers for efficient project completion.

Site Foreman

MV Kelly
Darwen, Preston & Poulton, Lancashire
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Darwen, McDermott Homes - The project presented significant challenges due to its location on a steep incline. Nearly every footing required a stepped design because of the site's severity, necessitating close collaboration with engineers to ensure both quality and cost efficiency. Each footing was accompanied by a retaining wall that needed to be designed and constructed in the most economical manner.
  • Poulton, Wain Homes - Successfully completed over 60 footings, including excavation, pouring, and slab installation, all delivered to the client within a span of just six months, with a workforce of no more than ten individuals on site. This achievement was driven by a commitment to quality and the establishment of smooth working relationships with various teams, enabling rapid progress within a limited timeframe.Scheduled daily tasks to streamline workflow.
  • Procured necessary materials, avoiding project delays due to shortages.
  • Complied strictly with all regulatory requirements, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
  • Organised regular meetings for clear communication of expectations and progress updates.

Site Foreman

Caldwell Construction
Blackburn, Lancashire
01.2019 - 03.2021
  • Blackburn, Story Homes - Another difficult job as deadlines were thick and fast. I oversaw over 70 CML;s on this particular job with all plots having retaining wall details and block paved drives and shared drives.
  • Huyton, Keepmoat Homes - An extremely large job which I managed for several months before leaving for MV Kelly.
  • Maintained clean work environment for optimal productivity.
  • Scheduled daily tasks to streamline workflow.
  • Interpreted drawings accurately to deliver high-quality construction output.

Site Foreman

P.A.S
St Helens, Merseyside
  • St Helens, Bellway Homes - The site was largely completed when I assumed responsibility. My role was to ensure quality and expedite the finishing aspects of the work in preparation for the project's full completion.
  • Promoted safe working practices, minimising risk of injuries on-site.
  • Organised regular meetings for clear communication of expectations and progress updates.
  • Complied strictly with all regulatory requirements, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
  • Ensured site safety by implementing rigorous health and safety protocols.

Director

JB Groundworks
Blackburn, Lancashire
  • For a couple of years I worked for myself. This was extremely tricky but even more rewarding as I had to source: drawings, products, materials and labour myself. So when the project was completed, I knew I had an input in every aspect of the build. I did work ranging for simple patio designs all the way up to double story house extensions to new roads layouts for farmland.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans for company growth.
  • Instituted cost control measures, mitigated financial risk.
  • Led teams to streamline operations by implementing new strategies.
  • Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.

Groundworker

Chandos Civil Engineering
  • I worked for Chandos for over 8 years. Started as a groundworker and then was eventually promoted to Supervisor.
  • Achieved successful excavation tasks with use of appropriate machinery.
  • Operated heavy machinery to facilitate groundwork operations efficiently.
  • Worked collaboratively with other tradespeople on-site, fostering a positive teamwork environment.
  • Contributed to infrastructure projects by constructing roads and footpaths as per design specifications.
  • Performed kerbing and flagging tasks resulting in aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
  • Ensured smooth work progress with regular maintenance of tools and equipment.
  • Followed architectural plans accurately, ensuring structures were built according to design parameters.
  • Prepared groundworks, resulting in efficient construction processes.

Skills

  • CSCS Gold Card Supervisor
  • SMSTS & SSSTS qualified
  • Currently undertaking NVQ level 6 Site Management
  • First Aid at Work
  • Site inspection procedures
  • Project Supervision
  • Conflict resolution on site
  • Materials estimation
  • Concrete construction expertise
  • On-Site problem resolution
  • Safety compliance awareness
  • Site coordination

Affiliations

  • Former British Judo Champion
  • Trained full time to qualify for the 2008 Beijing Games before suffering career ending injury

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Site Foreman

M&J Evans
03.2023 - Current

Site Foreman

MV Kelly
03.2021 - 03.2023

Site Foreman

Caldwell Construction
01.2019 - 03.2021

Site Foreman

P.A.S

Director

JB Groundworks

Groundworker

Chandos Civil Engineering

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