Holds a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Blue card, committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining rigorous safety standards.
Dedicated Carpenter with 40+ years of experience in carpentry and construction. Excels at using practical skill set to create excellent results, regularly surpassing clients' expectations.
Experienced construction professional with a strong background in advanced carpentry math, on-site problem resolution, and pragmatic project planning.
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and quality control, ensuring safety compliance and adherence to building codes.
Proficient in project budgeting, blueprint and schematic reading, with a proven track record in new construction and renovation.
Dedicated to working individually and in teams to complete construction projects to a high standard.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter and Multi skilled Operative
Mercury Construction
Plymouth, Devon
08.2024 - 02.2025
Installed wooden structures such as flooring, doors, ceilings, skirting and external works.
Estimated material needs accurately; unnecessary costs avoided.
Demonstrated knowledge of different types of wood, leading to optimal project outcomes.
Worked efficiently saving time and cost to employer and client
Delivered quality customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
Coordinated with other construction professionals, promoting a collaborative working environment.
Completed all carpentry works within stipulated timeframes; timely delivery ensured.
Adhered strictly to building codes during all carpentry works, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Enhanced safety measures by maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work area.
Operated machinery safely according to the company's health and safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents.
Worked fast under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
Maintained safe and clean working environment for compliance with workplace health and safety policies.
Demonstrated commitment to team goals by sharing expertise and resources.
Self Employed Carpenter
Self
Various, Devon
02.2020 - 08.2025
Prepared cost estimates for clients to aid in their budget planning process.
Built custom furniture for increased client satisfaction.
Delivered quality customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
Repaired and installed doors, windows and cabinets in houses, apartments or offices.
Repaired and installed fencing, decking and outdoor buildings.
Negotiated materials costs to keep projects within budgets.
Performed repair work on various structures and fittings, restoring quality and safety.
Worked with diverse carpentry techniques to make and adapt wooden components to create bespoke items.
Carpenter
Phoenix Systems Ltd
Lancing, West Sussex
01.2014 - 01.2020
Completed all carpentry works within stipulated timeframes; timely delivery ensured.
Adhered strictly to building codes during all carpentry works, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Followed detailed architectural drawings, resulting in precise construction projects.
Managing Director
KMD Carpentry & Building Ltd
Brighton, East Sussex
01.2001 - 12.2012
Directed complex projects to successful completion.
Delivered high-quality services by maintaining customer focus at all times.
Negotiated profitable contracts, increasing company revenue.
Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
Education
City & Guilds Carpentry & Joinery - Carpentry
Northbrook College
Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex
Skills
Advanced carpentry math
On-Site problem resolution
Pragmatic project planning
Building code familiarity
Attention to Detail
Quality Control
Safety compliance
Project budgeting
Blueprint and schematic reading
New construction and renovation
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Blue card