NEIL DODD
Porthcawl,UK
Summary
A seasoned professional with expertise in building surveying and pathology, contract administration, and eco-construction adhering to BREEAM standards. Demonstrates proficiency in managing heritage and scheduled monuments projects, alongside technical due diligence and feasibility assessments. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects efficiently. Committed to advancing sustainable construction practices while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Director / Senior Construction Manager
New Generation Developments
South Wales
2025.01 - 2026.07
- Sourced and secured commercial property development loans (including Welsh development bank / green incentive funding), executing appraisal models and risk frameworks.
- Led pre-construction technical due diligence, land acquisitions, statutory obligations, planning condition discharges, utility infrastructure design, and technical approvals.
- Served as Employer's Agent and Senior PM to drive final site delivery (RIBA Stages 5–7) for EPC-A rated residential schemes, managing specifications, supply chains, and safety compliance.
Senior Project Manager
Mace Consult
Wales & South West
2022.01 - 2025.01
- Managed complex conservation and regeneration work on Caerphilly Castle (Scheduled Monument & Grade I Listed), integrating modern visitor infrastructure while maintaining public access.
- Directed the landmark restoration and cultural transformation of Maesteg Town Hall (Grade I Listed), coordinating multidisciplinary teams and specialist trade contractors.
- Supported and mentored junior project managers, assistants, and surveyors across Mace's regional heritage portfolio, guiding their APC progression and technical report writing.
Senior Building Surveyor / Project Manager
Pick Everard
South West
2012.01 - 2020.01
- Delivered comprehensive condition surveys, structural pathology diagnostics, defect investigations, and technical due diligence across EDF Energy's regional estate.
- Prepared detailed technical specifications, schedules of work, and tender documentation for major refurbishment, repair, and improvement schemes.
- Acted as Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent across JCT/NEC contracts, providing strategic property advice to cultivate long-term client trust and repeat business.
- Led structural diagnostics, building pathology, and licensed/non-licensed asbestos removal programs (CAR 2012 compliance) for the Grade I / II
- Cannington Court estate.
- Mentored junior building surveyors and project assistants, guiding their technical development and professional qualification pathways.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Building Surveying
University of Glamorgan
Pontypridd, UK 2002.01 - 2005.01
Skills
- Building Surveying & Pathology
- Contract Administration / Employer's Agent
- Heritage & Scheduled Monuments
- Eco-Construction & BREEAM Standards
- Technical Due Diligence & Feasibility
- Multidisciplinary Team Leadership
Certification
- Chartered Member (MCIOB): Certified by the Chartered Institute of Building, reflecting executive-level management competence and ethics.
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS): Certified CSCS Black Card holder and CDM 2015 Compliance Manager with full site safety oversight experience.
PASSIONS
Building Physics & Energy Performance: Exploring sustainable construction protocols, BREEAM frameworks, and energy performance assessments (DEA/NDEA) for heritage and new-build developments.
Accomplishments
- Heritage Restoration Leadership: Successfully directed complex £10M+ conservation, structural extension, and modernization programs on Grade I Listed and Scheduled Monument assets.
- Development Capital & Finance: Sourced and secured development funding via Welsh development bank and green incentive frameworks to deliver EPC-A eco-residential schemes.
- Estate & Asset Pathology: Delivered comprehensive pathology, defect diagnostics, and high-risk asbestos management programs across active nuclear-industry utility estates.
- Client Advisory & Growth: Built trusted, long-term client relationships that drove continuous repeat business across multi-site regional property portfolios.
MILITARY SERVICE
- Infantry Soldier
- Royal Regiment of Wales (RRW)
- 1984 – 1996 | UK & International
- Served 12 years in line infantry operations, developing core discipline, situational awareness, and strict adherence to health & safety protocols.
- Managed team dynamics, tactical logistics, and operational problem-solving under high-pressure conditions, instilling values that underpin 30 years of civilian site leadership.
Affiliations
- Hiking & watching Rugby
Timeline
Director / Senior Construction Manager
New Generation Developments
2025.01 - 2026.07
Senior Project Manager
Mace Consult
2022.01 - 2025.01
Senior Building Surveyor / Project Manager
Pick Everard
2012.01 - 2020.01
BSc (Hons) - Building Surveying
University of Glamorgan
2002.01 - 2005.01