Reagan Pettman-Smith
Preston
Summary
A diligent and motivated individual who enjoys the demands of high levels of accuracy and concentration, and flourishes with increased responsibilities. Quick and keen to learn, is enthusiastic and meticulous, thrives in demanding environments, and relishes a challenge. Enjoys being part of, leading and motivating, successful and productive teams as well as working well under own initiative and performing effectively under pressure. Personable and self-assured, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, can communicate concisely at all levels, and is a strong team builder and natural leader, able to encourage disparate personalities to pull together within the team structure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
A57 Link Roads Scheme, Hyde, £230m
Balfour Beatty
04.2024 - Current
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Gathered data, incorporating into drawings, schematics and maps.
- Compiled and presented reports explaining project details to non-technical stakeholders.
- Monitored and controlled project expenditures, identifying cost overruns and implementing corrective actions to maintain financial targets.
- Forecasted materials needed on site accurately by implementing regular take offs.
- Conducted bulk orders and requisitions on site materials.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Enhanced site accuracy by meticulously conducting topographic and boundary surveys.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Enhanced site safety by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced material waste through accurate estimation, procurement, and usage tracking of required resources.
- Managed on-site resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment utilization, and material storage to ensure smooth project progression with minimal downtime.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
- Streamlined communication between project stakeholders with detailed progress reports and timely updates.
- Reduced risks by reviewing permits process to comply with regulations.
- Conducted regular progress reports and updates to keep project stakeholders informed.
A66 Northern Trans-Pennine, Penrith, £1.5billion
Balfour Beatty
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Setting out and surveying for all Archaeology trial trenches to be excavated on site.
- Inspect project site to monitor progress and ensure design specifications as well as safety standards are being met.
- Oversaw all Archaeology works, maintenance and operations activities on site.
- Put together all work package plans and task briefing sheets for all on site activities.
- Met with and built great relationships with Stakeholders.
- Conducted all site teams inductions.
- Monitored and programmed all site works to ensure timely delivery and to keep the programme in line.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Completed assigned tasks efficiently and accurately, contributing to overall project success.
- Assisted with problem-solving of challenging projects to develop critical thinking skills.
SMP Alliance- NEAR M1 J32 - 35a, Sheffield, £150m
Costain
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained a positive working relationship with subcontractors by supervising and communicating effectively throughout the duration of each activity.
- Kept a daily record of activities carried out to track materials, resources, and progress.
- Monitoring site works and activities to ensure compliance with the relevant method statements and project specifications
- Ensured all relevant Permits, RAMS and method statements were in place prior to starting works.
- Cable Surveyed all ERA bays in accordance with HSG47 before any works commenced.
- Conducted start of shift briefings and end of shift briefings to all Sub-Contractors.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
Preston Western Distributor Road, Preston, £207m
Costain
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Nominated for the Lancashire Construction Apprentice of the year award.
- Setting out and surveying for many different activities, e.g, earthworks, deep drainage, ducting, kerbing, surfacing.
- Overseeing the execution of work in line with project specifications
- Working towards the minimisation of financial loss and wasteage via effective time management and use of site materials
- Monitoring site works and activities to ensure compliance with the relevant method statements and project specifications
- Managing and creating safety documents such as permits to ensure a safe working area
- Carrying out the resolution of design issues, change requests material defects, and equipment problems.
- Keeping a daily record of activities carried out to keep track of materials and progress.
- Maintaining a positive working relationship with sub contractors by supervising and communication effectively throughout the duration of each activity.
- Managed the planning and setting out for L&R white lining and High Friction surfacing site wide.
Education
Level 4 Higher National Certificate - Construction Management & Civil Engineering
Preston College
Preston07.2024
High School Diploma -
Hutton Grammar School
Preston08.2017
Skills
- Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Enthusiastic and always looking to learn
- Competency with the use of setting out equipment such as Trimble GPS & Total stations
- Competency with levelling equipment such as Pipe Lasers, Grade Lasers, Optical Levels
- Competent in CAD, such as AutoCAD, Revvit, Navisworks
- Identification and solving of civil engineering problems
- Can do attitude
- Committed to completion
- Leadership and Site Management skills
- High attention to detail
- Working under pressure
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Proffesional Development
- Surveying & Setting out Course - May 2023
- SMSTS (Site Managers Course Trained) - November 2023
- CAT & Genny Trained - CATG4+, RD8200
- Fit for Work Medical
- First Aid Trained
- Mental Health First Aid Trained
- ESUR Trained (Permit Writing & Approving)
Hobbies and Interests
In my free time, I try to take one or two courses per year related to my field as a way of keeping up with changing methods and technologies in the industry. Outside of furthering my education, I enjoy playing rugby, exercising, and love to travel.
Timeline
A57 Link Roads Scheme, Hyde, £230m
Balfour Beatty
04.2024 - Current
A66 Northern Trans-Pennine, Penrith, £1.5billion
Balfour Beatty
08.2023 - 04.2024
SMP Alliance- NEAR M1 J32 - 35a, Sheffield, £150m
Costain
06.2023 - 08.2023
Preston Western Distributor Road, Preston, £207m
Costain
10.2021 - 06.2023
Level 4 Higher National Certificate - Construction Management & Civil Engineering
Preston College
High School Diploma -
Hutton Grammar School
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