Samuel Leaver
Weston Super-Mare,North Somerset
Summary
Project Manager specialising in internal glazed partition packages with experience delivering commercial projects across the UK. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate subcontractors, and control project costs while maintaining programme and quality standards. Alongside project management responsibilities, experienced in supporting estimating and quantity surveying functions, including cost planning, tender preparation, and commercial management tasks, providing a well-rounded understanding of both project delivery and pre-construction processes. Currently completing a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management, combining academic knowledge with practical industry experience. Ambitious and motivated to progress into senior leadership roles while contributing to business growth through strong commercial awareness and effective project management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager
Lusso Interiors Ltd
Bristol, North Somerset
09.2021 - 04.2026
- Currently working towards a chartered degree in Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management at the University of the West Of England.
- Managing multiple construction projects, up to £1M across the UK simultaneously from pre-construction through to completion.
- Producing and reviewing 2D CAD drawings for project coordination and installation.
- Reviewing technical drawings and specifications.
- Managing subcontractors, labour allocation, and site coordination.
- Monitoring project costs, budgets, and variations.
- Liaising with clients, contractors, and site teams to ensure programme delivery.
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and site procedures.
- Ordering materials and coordinating deliveries to maintain programme timelines.
- Resolving on-site design or installation issues.
- Conducting site visits, progress checks, and quality inspections.
- Training and mentoring new staff within the business.
- Supporting project planning and scheduling activities.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
University of the West of England
Bristol 09.2021 -
A-Levels/ Equivalent -
Nailsea Sixth Form
Nailsea, North Somerset 09.2019 - 05.2021
GCSEs -
Backwell School
Bristol, BST 09.2014 - 06.2019
Skills
- Multi-project management
- Risk management
- Programme management
- Cost control and budget management
- Variation management
- Procurement and subcontractor management
- 2D CAD
- Construction project documentation
- Quality assurance
- Leadership and team development
- Decision making under pressure
Affiliations
- Outside of work, I maintain an active lifestyle through regular gym training and playing golf. These activities help develop discipline, focus, and a competitive mindset while also providing opportunities for networking and maintaining a strong work-life balance
Certification
- CSCS Card
- SMSTS
- FIRAS Supervisor
- BPSS Clearance
- GQA Qualification - Forster Fire Products UK & Ireland
- GQA Qualification - Interpretation and Application of Assessment Report 333515
- GQA Qualification - Forster Internal Glazed Doors and Glazed Partitions Installation Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
BSc (Hons) - Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
University of the West of England
09.2021 -
Project Manager
Lusso Interiors Ltd
09.2021 - 04.2026
A-Levels/ Equivalent -
Nailsea Sixth Form
09.2019 - 05.2021
GCSEs -
Backwell School
09.2014 - 06.2019