Strategic Construction Manager with demonstrated success assessing project scope and adhering to deadlines. Safety-conscious and detail-orientated with 20 year industry background. Well-versed in team leadership and task delegation to drive project progress and foster client satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Construction manager
DMJ drainage
Louth, Lincolnshire
03.2024 - Current
Promoted to Construction Manager to look after earth works project for Siemens Energy. Works included bunding of 60000m3 of soil around Bicker Converter station and installation of compounds.
Nauconnect substation in Kent for Siemens Energy to install compound, carpark, footways and haul roads construction.
EGL2 60km cable route doing enabling works. Overseeing multiple work fronts. Also overseeing our enabling works contract on EA1.
Implemented cost control measures for maintaining budget constraints.
Facilitated efficient communication among team members to resolve conflicts.
Managed site operations ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
Assessed manpower requirements, recruiting appropriate staff as needed.
Adhered to environmental regulations during all phases of construction process.
Liaised with clients to determine scope of work and project requirements and provided regular updates during work.
Site supervisor
DMJ drainage
Louth, Lincolnshire
02.2023 - 03.2024
Worked across all sections of SPA water line, main contractors being Contain, Bentley's and Farrens.
DMJs contract was enabling works across the contract including stripping of easement, installation of access points, haul roads, compounds, road crossings and Culverts.
Procured necessary materials for uninterrupted workflow at the construction site.
Upheld company regulations on the project sites for consistent operations across all projects.
Prepared comprehensive reports detailing project progress and challenges encountered during execution phases.
Ensured site safety by conducting regular risk assessments.
Monitored project progress, ensuring adherence to set timelines.
Maintained site cleanliness, promoting a safe working environment.
Coordinated daily briefings for improved team understanding of project goals.
Closely managed site operations, keeping team production at optimal pace.
Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
Civils Manager
Brennan Building and Civils
Lincoln
03.2022 - 02.2023
Handled procurement of necessary materials and supplies within clear budgetary guidelines
Managing 4 Groundwork Gangs and 1 Bricklaying Gang on a 50 plot McCarthy and Stone project. Plus the road and sewers.
Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress
Supervised specialist sub-contractors, providing thorough induction and signing of works
Monitored all works progress to ensure timely completion aligned to detailed design specifications
Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with McCarthy and Stone guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance
Briefed and motivated site teams to deliver quality results.
Foreman
Jackson Civil engineering
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
03.2022 - 05.2022
Overseeing concrete repairs on Lincoln canal for the EA.
Conducted daily briefings to enhance communication within the team.
Allocated resources wisely to minimise waste.
Fostered a positive work environment with strong leadership skills.
Site Manager
Conlon construction, Conlon
06.2021 - 03.2022
Construction on a New McDonald's project in Boston and Costa Wellingborough over seeing all work
During my short time here I had great reports from the client and Project Manager
Established work schedules and assignments for employees, maintaining area staffing levels at all times
Ensured workforce complied with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring operations
Screened, selected and assisted with training new employees
Maintained safe, secure working environments, with zero accidents
Participated in round table discussions with directors regarding safety, compliance and overall maintenance issues
Carried out inductions, supervision and control of 50+ contractors.
Groundworks Supervisor
Premier Groundworks ltd
02.2020 - 06.2021
Main works have been working on a small housing development with a small team from four to eight men
My duties are to work and oversee my small team covering all aspects you may expect on housing drainage, footings and surfacing etc
My years with big companies have made me very aware of health and safety and what's expected of me as a leader
I am very much enjoying the responsibility and feel my Leadership and management course is helping me get the best from the team
Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership
Performed thorough analysis of each job site every day in effort to mitigate risks for workers and visitors alike
Improved team efficiency by training and mentoring individuals through diligent team meetings and setting goals.
Digger operator/Rig Hand
Joseph Gallagher
04.2018 - 02.2020
Working on a Triton Knoll project bringing electric pipeline inland from there offshore wind farm plus others up and down the UK
My main roles were operating a 360 and general Rig hand I occasionally dropped off from the drilling side to join the cut and shut team
I very much enjoyed learning the basics of Directional Drilling and being part of this very impressive project
Our principal contractors included Murphy's, Keir, and Clancy Docwra so health and safety played a huge role in our daily activities
Routinely inspected, cleaned and maintained vehicles and machinery.
Groundwork supervisor
Volker Fitzpatrick
07.2015 - 04.2018
Operating and maintenance of large paving plant
Finishing and overseeing finishing is done to high standard and make sure this is achieved in a safe manner
I was sometimes taken of paving to help catch up trades when they were busy like steel fixers, shutter joiners and working with Volker Civils
Our main job was the extension of Felixstowe Port which was a huge project and felt proud to be part of, we also extended Cambridge airport plus the civils for a new hanger
Cambridge Airport was a big learning curve for me learnt a lot about civil engineering working closely with some amazing engineers
Improved team efficiency by training and mentoring individuals through diligent team meetings and setting goals
Increased production rate by using excellent time management and leadership skills throughout all tasks.
Newark College
09.2007 - 03.2013
Furniture Making and Design Level 3 Diploma
Groundworker, Groundworker Flexidig
All manners of Ground works
Laying slabs, curbing, Tarmacking, Concreting, Shuttering, Drainage, footings and much more
This was my first Groundwork job, so this is where I got a basic understanding of Civils for example setting levels, using total station and reading drawings
Minimised site risks by promptly reporting hazardous conditions to supervisor
Contributed to site safety culture by proactively participating in site toolbox talks
Attended regular training and toolbox talks, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on best groundwork practices
Conducted monthly checks to ensure equipment and tools were performing to best-possible operating standards.
Paver Op / Assistant
Volker Fitzpatrick uk
09.2004 - 09.2007
I really enjoyed this job, loved travelling around the country and beyond my first taste of large Civils projects
I got the opportunity to work for an amazing company and work on some great jobs including, Dublin Airport, Felixstowe Docks, M1 Belfast, Newry bypass, Jersey Airport and many more
My job was to operate or assist their paving plant.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Furniture Making and Design
Lincoln College
TWC
Citb
07.2025
Street works supervisor
NPORS
03.2023
Crane Lift supervisor
NPORS
03.2023
NVQ Level 6 - Construction Management
CSCS
Louth
Diploma - Leadership and Management
Level 4 Supervisors - Building and Civil Engineering
Citb
SMSTS -
Citb
06.2025
At Work Level 3 - First Aid
Lincs first Aid
09.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Bricklaying Level 2
Grimsby College
09.2001
Skills
Building cost identification
Planning and design
Excellent communication
Exceptional attention to detail
Engaging leadership style
Team management
Safety compliance
Job planning
Timeline
Construction manager
DMJ drainage
03.2024 - Current
Site supervisor
DMJ drainage
02.2023 - 03.2024
Foreman
Jackson Civil engineering
03.2022 - 05.2022
Civils Manager
Brennan Building and Civils
03.2022 - 02.2023
Site Manager
Conlon construction, Conlon
06.2021 - 03.2022
Groundworks Supervisor
Premier Groundworks ltd
02.2020 - 06.2021
Digger operator/Rig Hand
Joseph Gallagher
04.2018 - 02.2020
Groundwork supervisor
Volker Fitzpatrick
07.2015 - 04.2018
Newark College
09.2007 - 03.2013
Paver Op / Assistant
Volker Fitzpatrick uk
09.2004 - 09.2007
Diploma - Leadership and Management
Higher National Diploma - Furniture Making and Design
Lincoln College
TWC
Citb
Street works supervisor
NPORS
Crane Lift supervisor
NPORS
NVQ Level 6 - Construction Management
CSCS
Level 4 Supervisors - Building and Civil Engineering