Paul Mitchell
Eastergate,West Sussex
Summary
Positive thinker with a friendly and outgoing personality. Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Willingness to invest extra time to ensure high-quality results. Strong commitment to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Quantity Surveyor
Stenball Group Ltd
Guildford
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Hired as Quantity Surveyor to manage costs for hospitality and leisure clients.
- Executed cost management strategies for projects with Admiral Taverns, Stonegate Pubs, and JD Wetherspoons.
- Collaborated with Youngs Pubs, Novo Design, and Dakota Design on various initiatives.
Project Quantity Surveyor
Bill Kear Plant Ltd
Dorking
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Executed cost management and estimating for £7 million turnover company as Quantity Surveyor.
- Compiled tenders and managed costs for up to 40 projects, maintaining 62 operatives' productivity.
- Streamlined project coordination for three-month projections of contract progress and upcoming starts.
- Updated company software to enhance project management efficiencies.
Project Quantity Manager
Mayer Construction Ltd
Chelsea
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Led cost management for £6 million commercial new build project in Kings Cross.
- Assisted with tendering for projects ranging from £150K to £8 million.
- Upgraded company server and filing structure, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained all company computers and laptops, ensuring optimal functionality.
Commercial Manager
London Swimming Pool Co. Contracting Ltd
New Malden
05.2013 - 10.2019
- Oversaw tendering and cost management for swimming pool and spa construction projects.
- Enhanced project organization and efficiency through collaboration with project managers.
- Trained personnel in cost management to prevent financial losses.
- Achieved profit margin expansion during first year of tenure.
Consultant
Paul Mitchell Services
09.2012 - 03.2013
- Established consultancy following redundancy to leverage industry expertise.
- Conducted tendering and project approvals for clients including Lexus Construction and Paul Davey Flooring.
- Utilized online resources and referrals to identify potential projects, leading to successful contract acquisitions.
- Estimated project costs and secured contracts for various construction services.
- Acquired qualifications as a PAT tester, IPAF operator, and PASMA Tower erector.
- Engaged in continuous learning across diverse construction sectors to enhance service offerings.
- Adapted to economic challenges by pursuing stable employment opportunities within established organizations.
Cost Manager
Longcross Construction Ltd
Ashtead
08.2005 - 09.2012
- Managed daily operations for Somerfield Refurbishment Projects as Assistant Cost Manager.
- Oversaw pricing, cost management, and final accounting for all projects valued at £150k each.
- Completed approximately 30 refurbishment projects within budget and timelines.
- Transitioned to Tesco Express work stream, handling tender processes to final accounts for 100 stores.
- Managed projects ranging from £100k to £500k, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
- Promoted to Senior Cost Manager, leading 40+ Tesco Express contracts annually.
- Achieved annual turnover of approximately £15 million by optimizing project costs.
- Led cost management for Lidl UK, fulfilling four contracts valued between £600k and £2m.
Estimator
Armourcoat Contracts
Sevenoaks
01.2005 - 07.2005
- Assisted in addressing backlog of tenders during temporary employment.
- Completed tender works in one week, exceeding performance expectations.
- Retained for ongoing contributions due to exceptional results achieved.
- Executed pricing estimates from Bills of Quantities and performed take-offs from drawings.
Estimator/ Surveyor / Manager
Mantech Sealant Services
Wallington
02.1998 - 05.2004
- Established office operations for startup, leading to team growth to eight and annual turnover of £500,000.
- Secured contracts with Redrow Homes, Crest Nicholson, and Bellway Homes.
- Prepared pricing estimates from Bills of Quantities and executed take-offs from drawings.
- Promoted company profile to Main Contractors for inclusion on tendering lists.
- Managed scheduling of works using computerized diary for operatives.
- Conducted on-site measurements to verify joint sizes and linear metreage before monthly wages.
- Compiled operative worksheets to calculate final wage amounts each month.
- Ordered materials and coordinated deliveries to construction sites.
Estimator/ Surveyor
Quality Sealant Services
Great Bookham
06.1996 - 02.1998
- Compiled estimates from Bills of Quantities and reviewed drawings for accuracy.
- Typed invoices for completed work to ensure timely payments.
- Conducted site visits to verify measurements for end-of-month wage appraisals.
Education
Higher National Certificate - Building Studies
East Surrey College
Redhill06.2010
Higher National Diploma - Building Studies
NESCOT
Epsom06.1995
National Diploma - Building Studies
East Surrey College
Redhill06.1994
Skills
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Project management
- Database management
- Presentation design
- Graphic design
- 3D modeling
- Web development
- Financial software
- Construction management
Availability
Construction, Permanent,
Immediately Available,
£70K - £75K,
estimator, surveyor, cost manager, commercial manager,
Authorised to work in the EU
References
- Tom Taaffe, Longcross Construction, 07919 220732
- Jon Morgan, Longcross Construction, 07880 731369
- Peter Hales, London Swimming Pools, 07761 908155
- Jamie Smith, London Swimming Pools, 07702 430882
- Will Kear, Bill Kear Plant Ltd, 07887 520760
- Steve Kitney, Stenball Group Ltd
Hobbies and Interests
- Motorsports and modified cars
- Tenpin bowling and Coaching
- Cross country and downhill mountain biking
- Paddle boarding
Timeline
Project Quantity Surveyor
Stenball Group Ltd
12.2024 - 02.2026
Project Quantity Surveyor
Bill Kear Plant Ltd
08.2021 - 12.2024
Project Quantity Manager
Mayer Construction Ltd
10.2019 - 08.2021
Commercial Manager
London Swimming Pool Co. Contracting Ltd
05.2013 - 10.2019
Consultant
Paul Mitchell Services
09.2012 - 03.2013
Cost Manager
Longcross Construction Ltd
08.2005 - 09.2012
Estimator
Armourcoat Contracts
01.2005 - 07.2005
Estimator/ Surveyor / Manager
Mantech Sealant Services
02.1998 - 05.2004
Estimator/ Surveyor
Quality Sealant Services
06.1996 - 02.1998
Higher National Certificate - Building Studies
East Surrey College
Higher National Diploma - Building Studies
NESCOT
National Diploma - Building Studies
East Surrey College