Laurence Piper
Haywards Heath,West Sussex
Summary
SMSTS-qualified construction professional with extensive experience delivering residential projects from groundworks through to final handover. Skilled in subcontractor coordination, programme management, health and safety compliance and quality control across extensions, refurbishments and new-build developments. Known for hands-on leadership, problem solving and maintaining high site standards. Seeking to bring strong site delivery experience into a structured site management team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Site Manager/Project Lead
Yudsons Ltd
Haywards Heath, West Sussex
01.2005 - Current
- Managed residential building projects from first quote through to completion, including extensions, refurbishments and new build developments.
- Projects typically ranged from £50,000 to £500,000+
- Ran day to day site operations, coordinating subcontractors, trades, suppliers and deliveries to keep projects on schedule.
- Maintained site health and safety compliance, implemented RAMS, managed risks, and upheld high site standards.
- Managed project budgets, labour, suppliers and materials to keep jobs running smoothly, on time and within budget.
- Worked closely with clients, architects, building control officers and structural engineers to resolve design and site issues and keep projects running smoothly.
- Interpreted drawings and carried out structural and design changes on site.
- Carried out quality checks, snagging and final handover, ensuring work was finished to a high standard and clients were satisfied.
- Built strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals.
- Successfully established and grew Yudsons Limited into a trusted local construction company known for reliability and quality.
General Builder/Bricklayer
Duaris
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Worked on residential building projects including extensions, renovations and general building work.
- Developed strong practical skills in bricklaying and day to day site work
- Worked alongside trades and subcontractors to keep projects moving snd completed to a high standard.
- Maintained good site standards with a strong focus on quality and safe working.
- Gained solid hands on experience across all areas of domestic construction.
General Builder/Bricklayer
Oakhurst Builders
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Carried out brickwork and general building work on residential projects.
- Built bespoke domestic extensions with a strong focus on quality and finish.
- Worked closely with site teams to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship and safe working on site.
- Built strong practical experience in all areas of domestic construction.
Education
GCSEs -
Imberhorne School
East GrinsteadSkills
- Site Management and Project Delivery
- Residential Extensions and New Build Projects
- Subcontractor and Trade Coordination
- Health and Safety Compliance
- RAMS and Site Safety
- Keeping Projects on Schedule
- Managing Budgets, Materials and Suppliers
- Quality Control, Snagging and Final Handover
- Working with Architects and Structural Engineers to Resolve Design and Site Issues
- Problem Solving and On-Site Decision Making
- Team Leadership and Workforce Management
Certification
- SMSTS certified
- CSCS Gold card Trade
- First aid at work
- Asbestos aware
- Fire marshal
- NVQ level 3 Trowel occupations
Timeline
Construction Site Manager/Project Lead
Yudsons Ltd
01.2005 - Current
General Builder/Bricklayer
Duaris
01.2003 - 01.2005
General Builder/Bricklayer
Oakhurst Builders
01.1997 - 01.2003
GCSEs -
Imberhorne School