NICOLAE GROSU
MILTON KEYNES,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in carpentry and joinery, construction, and project management. Demonstrates proficiency in risk mitigation, subcontract management, and fire door regulations. Adept at strategic decision-making, team building, and managing subcontractors while liaising effectively with clients. Skilled in contract review procedures, integrative negotiation, and rights and obligations briefings. Proficient in operating systems, office suites, presentation software, spreadsheets, communication tools, and data visualisation. Committed to enhancing business processes through effective time management and problem-solving skills. Career goal: to leverage comprehensive skills in a senior project management role within the construction industry.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracts manager
BLOU Construction LTD
London, City of London
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Overseeing the planning and delivery of joinery package
- Organized the project teams to perform work
- Controlled the labour and recourses
- Controlled the time management
- Monitor progress
- Established/ attended the regular projects related Meetings
- Overseeing the project related Logistics
- Supply management
- Design management
- Ensured the compliance with all health and safety legislation
Project Manager
Atlantic Contracts LTD
London, City of London
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Supervising and overseeing the direction of the project (or a package), ensuring that the client's specifications and requirements are met, reviewing progress, and liaising with quantity surveyors to monitor costs
- Liaising with the client, other construction professionals and sometimes, members of the public
- Coordinating and supervising construction workers
- Making safety inspections and ensuring construction and site safety
- Checking and preparing site reports, designs and drawings
- Maintained quality control procedures
- Finding ways to prevent problems and to solve any that crop up
- Assessed and minimised risk
- Writing reports and keeping on top of project-related paperwork
Carpenter
South Eastern Carpentry LTD
London, England
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Enhanced safety measures by maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work area.
- Built custom furniture for increased client satisfaction.
- Mastered use of power tools to improve efficiency on job tasks.
- Followed detailed architectural drawings, resulting in precise construction projects.
- Ensured accurate measurements with the proper use of measuring tapes and rulers.
- Repaired damaged woodwork for improved aesthetic appeal.
- Delivered quality customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated knowledge of different types of wood, leading to optimal project outcomes.
- Installed wooden structures such as flooring, doors, windows for enhanced property value.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to ensure long-lasting performance.
- Applied varnishes and stains to finished products for prolonged durability.
- Coordinated with other construction professionals, promoting a collaborative working environment.
- Prepared cost estimates for clients to aid in their budget planning process.
- Inspected buildings and furniture closely for signs of damage or wear, ensuring longevity of structures.
- Operated machinery safely according to the company's health and safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents.
Sales and Marketing Department Manager
EREFLEX SRL
Chisinau , Republic Of Moldova
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Sales managers lead a sales team by providing guidance, training and mentorship, setting sales quotas and goals, creating sales plans, analysing data, assigning sales territories, attracting new customers and working with existing company clients
- Managed the promotion and positioning of a company brand, products and services that a company sells
- Improved staff morale by implementing regular feedback sessions.
- Organised department tasks for increased productivity.
- Reduced operational delays with proactive scheduling.
- Conducted team meetings to improve internal communication.
- Allocated resources, optimising department efficiency.
- Trained new recruits for seamless integration into the team.
- Revitalised sales strategy with innovative marketing tactics.
- Delegated assignments to maximise individual strengths.
- Fostered positive work environment, enhancing team cohesion.
- Negotiated supplier contracts to reduce costs.
- Media outlets liaised with to promote brand awareness.
- Implemented quality control measures, maintaining high standards of service.
- Troubleshooting procedures carried out, eliminating frequent technical issues.
- Set daily priorities and communicated targets, motivating teams to achieve them.
- Delegated tasks and reacted to changing workloads to maintain efficient operations.
Custom Officer
Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova
Chisinau , Republic Of Moldova
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Ensured smooth import and export processes by thoroughly checking documentation.
- Handled customs duties for efficient goods clearance.
- Aided in swift cargo movement with accurate code classification.
- Conducted inspections, identified illegal substances.
- Improved border security by enforcing laws against smuggling activities.
- Managed the processing of passengers to minimise waiting times.
- Collaborated with other agencies, enhanced national security measures.
- Performed audits on traders for adherence to regulatory compliance.
- Issued penalties where necessary to ensure law enforcement.
- Prevented illegal immigration with rigorous passport checks.
- Maintained peace at borders through conflict resolution skills.
- Assisted travellers in understanding customs procedures for better compliance.
- Analysed trends in smuggling, improved detection rates significantly.
- Filed reports about daily operations accurately and promptly to support decision-making process.
- Provided expert testimony in court cases relating to customs offences.
- Trained junior staff members, ensured efficiency in operations.
- Facilitated trade agreements negotiation, increased international cooperation.
- Liaised with shipping agents for timely delivery of cargo.
- Interpreted complex customs regulations, provided guidance to clients.
- Spearheaded anti-smuggling campaigns; raised public awareness of legal implications.
- Maintained compliance with reporting requirements with timely submission of customs documentation.
- Facilitated smooth clearance by verifying customs and trade documents to establish admissibility, tariffs and appraised value.
- Reviewed and optimised operational processes to reduce wait times.
- Examined transport documents and freight to confirm details and customs fees.
- Advised individuals or organisations on licensing procedures and documentation.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - ABBE Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection
The Fire Protection Association
Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire 02.2024 - 02.2024
NVQ level 6 Diploma - Construction Contracting Management
The National Open College Network (NOCN)
London 10.2020 - 01.2021
NVQ Level 3 Diploma - Occupational Work Supervision (Construction) (QCF)
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
London 01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Informational Management
State University of Republic of Moldova
Chisinau 01.2001 - 01.2005
High School Diploma - MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMIC
Theoretical Lyceum of SAUM
Chisinau 01.1998 - 01.2001
Skills
- Carpentry and Fire door regulations expert
- Business Processes
- Recruitment processes
- Strategic decision-making
- Risk management
- Liaising with Clients
- Communication and collaboration tools
- Leadership Skills
- Management Skills
- Decision Making Skills
sections.external_links.name
Certification
- SMSTS
- IOSH
- FIRST AID Level 3
- IPAF
- Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection
Accomplishments
Using my expertise and experience gained throughout my career, all the projects I've managed have been completed on schedule and have never exceeded the allocated budget. Moving to England in 2013, I started working in a completely new industry at the time. Step by step, I managed to climb up the ladder from being a simple labourer to the role of Contracts Manager.
Custom
Available on request
Languages
English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Romanian
Native
Ukrainian
Upper intermediate
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - ABBE Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection
The Fire Protection Association
02.2024 - 02.2024
Contracts manager
BLOU Construction LTD
02.2021 - 07.2024
NVQ level 6 Diploma - Construction Contracting Management
The National Open College Network (NOCN)
10.2020 - 01.2021
Project Manager
Atlantic Contracts LTD
01.2017 - 02.2021
NVQ Level 3 Diploma - Occupational Work Supervision (Construction) (QCF)
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Carpenter
South Eastern Carpentry LTD
01.2013 - 01.2017
Sales and Marketing Department Manager
EREFLEX SRL
01.2008 - 01.2013
Custom Officer
Customs Service of the Republic of Moldova
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Informational Management
State University of Republic of Moldova
01.2001 - 01.2005
High School Diploma - MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMIC
Theoretical Lyceum of SAUM
01.1998 - 01.2001
Similar Profiles
Roeline VenterRoeline Venter
Owner/Manager at Die Blou YssakOwner/Manager at Die Blou Yssak
Carl EckCarl Eck
Construction Laborer at Moran Construction New Construction & RemodelingConstruction Laborer at Moran Construction New Construction & Remodeling
Pranav KadamPranav Kadam
Site Executive at Skoll Construction Pvt Ltd (Sai Construction)Site Executive at Skoll Construction Pvt Ltd (Sai Construction)
Anthonietta CepedaAnthonietta Cepeda
Property Manager at Jeicem Investments LtdProperty Manager at Jeicem Investments Ltd
Floss Bish-JonesFloss Bish-Jones
Press, Media & Public Relations Manager at Longines Global Champions TourPress, Media & Public Relations Manager at Longines Global Champions Tour