Keith Hewitt
Gateshead,Tyne and Wear
Summary
Highly skilled professional with a proactive approach and strong decision-making abilities. Demonstrates expertise in environmental law awareness, dispute mediation, and contract interpretation. Proficient in client relationship management, project management, and risk assessment. Adept at subcontractor commercial engagement and supply chain understanding. Confident communicator with first-aid certification and extensive Microsoft Office proficiency. Career goal includes leveraging product knowledge to enhance project outcomes and drive organisational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Contracts Manager
Kiely Bros Ltd
Birmingham, Warwickshire
09.2017 - 12.2024
- Managed complex contracts for successful project delivery.
- Built and sustained strong professional relationships with key stakeholders.
- Oversaw daily operations and contract management for site teams.
- Investigated cases to reach resolution or conclusion.
- Understood and delivered contracts within agreed conditions and timeframes.
- Opened communication channels with other officials to encourage productive dialogue.
- Resolved disputes as independent and objective party.
- Facilitated successful audits adhering to strict documentation requirements of contracts department.
- Ensured timely completion of projects managing contract schedules efficiently.
- Worked on up to 5 projects simultaneously.
- Managed and updated workload tracker to plan and monitor site activities.
- Delivered cost savings through effective budget management.
- Conducted site surveys, visits and inspections ahead of deadlines.
- Maintained impartiality when serving as mediator.
- Reduced disputes managing conflict resolution processes effectively within contractual frameworks.
- Conducted comprehensive contract reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Developed detailed contract specifications to meet client expectations.
- Observed official policies and procedures to be fully compliant.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Created and maintained displays and signs.
Micro Asphalt Foreman
Kiely Bros Ltd
Birmingham, Warwickshire
05.2008 - 08.2017
- Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
- Coordinated site workflow to properly allocate labour and material resources within stringent deadlines.
- Followed construction plans accurately, ensuring projects met design specifications.
- Conducted daily briefings to enhance communication within the team.
- Formulated and submitted project reports to supervisor.
- Ensured safe working conditions through regular site inspections.
- Updated work progress records for continued project monitoring.
- Supervised tools and equipment maintenance, maximising their lifespan and efficiency.
- Utilised tools, machinery and equipment following safety measures.
- Maintained high-quality standards by monitoring construction processes.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
GCSEs - School Curriculum
Waltham Toll Bar
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire 09.1973 - 04.1978
Skills
- Proactive approach
- Confident communicator
- Environmental law awareness
- First-aid certified
- Dispute mediation
- Supply chain understanding
- Contract interpretation
- Subcontractor commercial engagement
- Decision making
- Client Relationship Management
- Subcontract management
- Project Management
- Risk Assessment
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Product knowledge
- First Aid certification
Timeline
Assistant Contracts Manager
Kiely Bros Ltd
09.2017 - 12.2024
Micro Asphalt Foreman
Kiely Bros Ltd
05.2008 - 08.2017
GCSEs - School Curriculum
Waltham Toll Bar
09.1973 - 04.1978
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