Kurt Williams MCIOB

Working for one of the largest tier one construction companies in the UK with a global reach. Responsible for the delivery of multi-million pound construction projects under different forms of contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of large scale construction projects throughout the full life cycle from RIBA stage 2, to Stage 5.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, in accordance with specification and design drawings.
• Define the project scope
• Create and manage the project budgets
• Create a construction project management phase plans
• Negotiate with general contractors and subcontractors to obtain profitable construction contracts
• Develop a construction schedule, with project deliverables and milestones
• Keep inventory of tools, equipment and machinery
• Manage resources such as construction materials, construction workers and equipment
• Allocate and manage resource logistics
• Create and deliver monthly status reports for stakeholders
• Oversee the performance of the general contractor, site managers and other members of the construction team
• Obtain building permits, licenses and meet building regulations
• Maintain health and safety standards

Key Achievements

• Delivery of the first IFE Passivhaus school for SGC
• Considerate Constructors 'Silver Award' for 2023
• Winner of BAM's regional award 'outstanding individual contribution to Health and Safety.
• Constructing Excellence South West winner for Health and Safety (2023)
• Highest performing project (region) for sustainable construction
• Project profit margin greater than target for last 3 projects delivered
• Introduced innovative solutions that were recognised and published by IOSH

Led the delivery of multi million pound education and city centre projects, with responsibility for programme, quality, safety, and client interface. This role strengthened my leadership capability, people management skills, and commercial awareness, providing a natural progression into full project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Directed day to day project management activities across multiple work packages.
• Acted as the main client interface, leading progress meetings and maintaining strong relationships.
• Allocated labour, plant, and materials to achieve programme and budget targets.
• Ensured full compliance with Health & Safety requirements, reviewing and authorising RAMS.
• Oversaw quality control, snagging, and programme delivery to required standards.
• Managed disciplinary and performance matters within the engineering team.
• Provided leadership, guidance, and performance management for site engineers.

Key Achievements

• Delivered Bishop Road Primary School, a high value city centre project, as project lead.
• Acted as deputy lead on larger schemes, including reinforced concrete and Fusion frame projects.
• Strengthened client trust through clear communication and collaborative problem-solving.
• Recognised for maintaining high safety and quality standards across all projects.
• Gained the senior leadership and project delivery experience that enabled progression to Project Manager roles.

Responsible for the delivery of a £1M water re-engineering programme across both Cheltenham and Gloucester Acute Hospital sites under an NEC3 contract.

• Managed re-engineering of domestic water services in live, high-risk healthcare environments.
• Ensured full compliance with ACOP L8, HTM 04-01 (control of legionella), and Trust Infection Control standards.
• Coordinated with clinical teams, contractors, and infection control specialists to deliver works with minimal disruption to patient care.
• Oversaw programme delivery, budgets, and contractor performance across multiple hospital sites.

Managed packages on large-scale healthcare projects (combined value £70M), taking responsibility for safety, quality, and programme delivery in a live hospital environment. This role provided the foundation for progression into senior project management positions by developing strong client-facing, leadership, and commercial management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Led end-to-end package management, coordinating subcontractors and engineers to meet programme, quality, and budget requirements.
• Conducted site inductions and enforced full Health & Safety compliance across complex, high-risk works.
• Reviewed and approved risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), ensuring safe systems of work.
• Managed resource allocation (labour, plant, materials) to deliver works efficiently and to target commitments.
• Oversaw engineers’ performance, providing leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance.
• Acted as the key interface with clients, leading progress meetings and strengthening relationships.
• Delivered snagging, quality assurance, and close-out to agreed standards.

Key Achievements

• Delivered two major healthcare projects (£70M combined value) to programme and quality expectations.
• Maintained a zero-reportable-incident record, reinforcing a strong Health & Safety culture.
• Built a reputation for effective client engagement, recognised for collaborative problem-solving and clear communication.
• Gained the leadership and commercial skills that supported progression into Project Manager roles on larger, multi-million-pound schemes.

Responsible for leading the Installations Department and managing on-site engineering teams, delivering specialist ceiling, curtain, and roller blind installations for commercial and residential clients. This role developed my early leadership, resource management, and client interface skills, forming the foundation for my later career in site and project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversaw day-to-day operations of the Installations Department.
• Managed and coordinated installation engineers across multiple live projects.
• Planned and allocated resources to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to client specifications.
• Acted as the main point of contact for clients, resolving issues and maintaining relationships.
• Monitored on-site quality standards and compliance with Health & Safety requirements.

Key Achievements

• Successfully led multiple concurrent installation projects with consistently positive client feedback.
• Streamlined installation workflows, improving resource efficiency and delivery performance.
• Built strong team management and client-handling skills that enabled progression into construction site management roles.

Served as a member of the Household Cavalry, combining ceremonial duties with specialist armoured reconnaissance and weapons operations. Built strong foundations in leadership, discipline, and teamwork that have carried through into my civilian career.

Key Responsibilities

• Operated and maintained advanced armoured vehicles, including the Striker CVRT, and specialised in guided weapons systems such as Swingfire missiles.
• Performed ceremonial duties, including mounted parades and state occasions, representing the British Army at the highest level.
• Worked within tight-knit teams in demanding environments, fostering discipline, trust, and collaboration.
• Trained in tactical planning, operational readiness, and technical weapons competence.

Key Achievements

• Gained recognition for professionalism in both operational and ceremonial roles.
• Developed resilience, leadership, and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Built a foundation of discipline and responsibility that underpinned later progression into construction leadership roles.