Samantha Carver
Worcester,Worcestershire
Summary
Commercially aware Technical Manager with experience adapting to fast-changing environments to achieve operational targets. Organised with excellent planning and coordination abilities for focused team leadership. Strategic and creative for innovative, cost-effective technical solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Technical Manager
Vistry Homes
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning and delivery of sites from pre-construction stage through to adoption.
- Supported management of design process and resources.
- Facilitated regular team meetings with consultants to ensure alignment with business expectations.
- Contributed to improving overall communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams.
- Coordinated with external resources to value engineer site for successful project execution.
- Helped establish clear lines of communication between operations teams and stakeholders for seamless project execution.
- Participated in gateway meetings for approval prior to site commencement.
Project Manager
Vistry Homes
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Supported management of multiple live sites from a technical perspective.
- Established connections with consultants to foster positive relationships and ensure design quality.
- Participated in monthly operational meetings to align design expectations with on-site delivery.
- Approval of technical drawings from external consultants and suppliers.
Civil engineer
Vistry Homes
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
03.2018 - 01.2023
- Assisted with 9 live development sites across the region.
- Supported agreements and approvals with local government authorities and utility companies, including obtaining technical approvals and section agreements.
- Liaised with solicitors to facilitate section agreements, utility diversions, wayleaves, etc.
- Participated in pre-tender meetings.
- Contributed during land acquisition and pre-planning stages.
- Attended pre-planning meetings to gain outline and reserved matters approval.
- Coordinated CDM information required at pre-construction.
Principal Engineer
Copeland Wedge Associates
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted in managing design deliverables while supporting engineering projects.
- Implemented best practices to enhance engineering solutions.
- Collaborated with stakeholder groups to aid efficient project execution.
- Evaluated processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Proposed engineering solutions to tackle project challenges and promote on-time completion.
- Supported management and execution of engineering projects from conception to completion, adhering to timelines and budget constraints.
Senior Civil Engineer
Robert West Consulting
Worcester, Worcestershire
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Assisted in planning, developing, and producing civil engineering infrastructure design proposals for building projects including highway design and drainage.
- Supported training of staff on new construction methodologies to enhance team skills.
- Coordinated with contractors and architects to facilitate project execution.
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers to aid their professional development.
- Helped ensure timely project completion through effective resource allocation and planning.
- Promoted collaboration within cross-functional teams to boost productivity.
- Maintained relationships with clients through regular updates and consultations.
Education
HNC - Civil Engineering
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 10.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Spatial Design: Interior & Lanscape
Falmouth University
Falmouth 10.2004 - 06.2008
Foundation Diploma - Art & Design
University of Central England
Birmingham 10.2003 - 06.2004
11 GCSEs -
Torquay Girls Grammar School
Devon 09.1998 - 06.2001
Skills
- Team performance management
- Technical project management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Deadline and time management
- Quality control inspections
Affiliations
- Learning Italian
- Gardening
- Socialising with friends and family
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Manager
Vistry Homes
04.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Vistry Homes
01.2023 - 04.2025
Civil engineer
Vistry Homes
03.2018 - 01.2023
Principal Engineer
Copeland Wedge Associates
09.2017 - 03.2018
Senior Civil Engineer
Robert West Consulting
10.2016 - 09.2017
HNC - Civil Engineering
University of Wolverhampton
10.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Spatial Design: Interior & Lanscape
Falmouth University
10.2004 - 06.2008
Foundation Diploma - Art & Design
University of Central England
10.2003 - 06.2004
11 GCSEs -
Torquay Girls Grammar School
09.1998 - 06.2001