Mark Smith
Leigh on Sea,Essex
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in construction management and contract administration. Demonstrates proficiency in pricing work, variation order processing, and procurement route selection. Adept at conducting site surveys, evaluating contractor performance, and coordinating projects efficiently. Skilled in using estimating software for accurate quantity take-offs calculations and final account settlements. Strong background in contractual dispute resolution, budgeting control, and cost planning. Excel proficiency enhances ability to manage procurement processes effectively. Career goal includes leveraging comprehensive skills to drive successful project outcomes and optimise construction operations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Quantity surveyor
J.B. Riney
London, London
07.2018 - 04.2025
- Assessed tender documents for accuracy whilst identifying potential issues or discrepancies.
- Streamlined procurement processes, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Advised on procurement strategy which was instrumental in successful contract attainment.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all stages of construction projects.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing project status, resources utilised, and projected completion dates.
- Conducted comprehensive cost analysis for resource allocation and project budgeting.
- Evaluated bids from contractors and subcontractors to ensure value for money.
- Led contract negotiations, leading to beneficial terms for the company.
- Maintained strong relationships with suppliers resulting in favourable negotiation outcomes.
- Handled disputes resolution processes efficiently, minimising disruption to projects.
- Determined project feasibility by estimating quantities and costs of materials.
- Assessed applications, valuations and cost reconciliations and drafted reports with findings.
- Complied to all main contract and subcontract processes.
- Tracked and monitored project milestones and budgets to prepare progress reports.
Quantity surveyor
Tarmac National Contracting
Snodland, Kent
11.2009 - 07.2018
- Undertook regular site visits to assess progress against project milestones.
- Contributed significantly towards achieving sustainability goals through effective waste management strategies on-site.
- Facilitated effective communication between different stakeholders within projects.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all stages of construction projects.
General manager
Tarmac Specialist Surfacing
Rochford, Essex
04.2008 - 11.2009
- Achieved customer satisfaction with regular feedback and improvement sessions.
- Improved staff retention with robust HR policies and procedures.
- Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.
- Defined company direction through careful strategic planning.
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.
- Led company-wide restructuring to streamline operations.
- Increased overall operational efficiency by implementing new management strategies.
- Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
- Established a positive work environment which promoted staff morale and productivity.
- Regularly reviewed performance data, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Successfully negotiated contracts with suppliers to reduce costs.
- Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.
- Delivered results under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations at all times.
Commercial manager
Tarmac Specialist Surfacing
Rochford, Essex
10.2002 - 04.2008
- Liaised with the finance department for accurate budget planning and control.
- Oversaw contract management process, mitigating potential disputes or conflicts.
- Handled negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing beneficial agreements.
- Coordinated sales operations to boost revenue generation.
- Streamlined procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
- Cultivated long-lasting client relationships, ensuring customer retention and loyalty.
- Improved profit margins with effective pricing strategies.
- Negotiated favourable contracts with suppliers, improving cost-effectiveness.
- Aligned commercial operations with company objectives for overall progress.
- Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.
- Planned and managed resources and budget to support and deliver objectives.
- Acted as point of contact for high-level queries and represented team at senior leadership meetings.
- Monitored plans to meet deadlines, budget and quality standards.
- Conducted audits and risk assessments to achieve regulatory compliance.
- Conducted periodic performance reviews for direct reports.
- Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Management
Doncaster University
Doncaster 01.2006 - 01.2009
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Classical Civilisation, Media Tech.
The Fitzwimarc School
Rayleigh, Essex 09.1987 - 06.1992
Skills
- Pricing work proficiently
- Variation order processing
- Procurement route selection
- Site survey experience
- Contractor performance evaluation
- Project co-ordination
- Estimating software familiarity
- Final account settlements
- Quantity take-offs calculations
- Contractual dispute resolution
- Procurement process knowledge
- Budgeting control
- Cost planning and control
- Excel proficiency
- Construction management
- Contract administration
Timeline
Quantity surveyor
J.B. Riney
07.2018 - 04.2025
Quantity surveyor
Tarmac National Contracting
11.2009 - 07.2018
General manager
Tarmac Specialist Surfacing
04.2008 - 11.2009
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Management
Doncaster University
01.2006 - 01.2009
Commercial manager
Tarmac Specialist Surfacing
10.2002 - 04.2008
GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Classical Civilisation, Media Tech.
The Fitzwimarc School
09.1987 - 06.1992
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