PETER CUMMING
Dundee,Tayside
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in streetworks and utility excavation supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office and technical reporting, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations 2015, PUWER, and LOLER standards. Certified CAS assessor with SCO operations authorization, demonstrating leadership through mentoring and completion of the ILM leadership course. Strong foundation in quality assurance and contractual understanding, with skills in gas emergency training and high volume gas escape management to enhance operational success. Driven and adaptable professional with knack for leadership and team collaboration. Proficient in communication and problem-solving, cultivating positive work environment and fostering team success. Professional project management specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3990
3990
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team Manager
SGN
Dundee, DND
01.2017 - 11.2025
- Oversaw gas connections, mains replacement, and support/resource projects at SGN.
- Managed direct labour and contractors for gas mains replacement, ensuring compliance with contracts.
- Conducted quality management inspections on ongoing and completed works to maintain standards.
- Authorized Routine Operations paperwork and issued Permits to Work for compliance.
- Served as Competent Person on SCO Register, ensuring operational integrity.
- Participated in Standby Rota for repair and emergency activities since 2017, enhancing responsiveness.
- Prioritised workload effectively, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Provided consistent leadership to maintain high levels of team performance and satisfaction.
- Coordinated with various departments for seamless workflow.
- Steered project execution whilst adhering strictly to timeline constraints.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss progress on projects, deadlines, objectives and concerns.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
Various Positions
Transco / National Grid Transco / SGN
Dundee, DND
10.1999 - 07.2017
- Progressed from Administration Assistant to Administration Team Manager, establishing a new Administration team in a newly opened office.
- Directed 12 staff members as Administration Team Manager.
- Transitioned to Resource Manager, overseeing stores, vehicles, plant and equipment with six staff.
- Advanced to Operations Planner, coordinating project planning for gas mains replacement works.
- Seconded to IT project, collaborating with departments to implement new map software.
- Arranged staff training for implemented map software system.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Retail Assistant
William Low / Tesco
Dundee, DND
07.1995 - 10.1999
- Assisted customers in grocery and bakery departments, ensuring high standards of service.
- Trained as a cashier to manage transactions efficiently.
- Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
- Supported team members for improved operational efficiency.
Education
6 x City & Guild Qualifications - Information Technology
Dundee & Tayside ITec
Dundee, Dundee City5 x Standard Grades & 1 x 'O' Grade -
Linlathen High School
Dundee, Dundee CitySkills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Streetworks excavation supervisor
- Utility excavation training
- Anchorage training
- CDM regulations 2015
- PUWER and LOLER compliance
- CAS assessor certification
- SCO operations and authorisation
- Permit to work authorisation
- Service laying and main laying training
- Manager essentials course
- ILM leadership course
- Gas emergency training EM71, EM72, EM74
- High volume gas escape training
- Contractual understanding
- Mentoring expertise
- Leadership excellence
- Quality assurance controls
- Technical reporting
- Performance metrics
- Customer relationship management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Team Manager
SGN
01.2017 - 11.2025
Various Positions
Transco / National Grid Transco / SGN
10.1999 - 07.2017
Retail Assistant
William Low / Tesco
07.1995 - 10.1999
6 x City & Guild Qualifications - Information Technology
Dundee & Tayside ITec
5 x Standard Grades & 1 x 'O' Grade -
Linlathen High School