Simon Galliford
Banstead,Surrey
Summary
A highly skilled professional with vast knowledge and experience, known for excellent time management and high standards. Demonstrates good communication skills with both customers and colleagues, alongside effective management of teams. Holds a full and clean driving licence, contributing to a versatile skill set.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Owner
Galliford Design and Build
Banstead, Surrey
2002.09 - Current
- Delivered high-quality kitchen and bathroom solutions that enhanced client satisfaction.
Achieved successful project outcomes through effective management of building work.
Realised improvements in workflow efficiency across all renovation tasks. - Vastly experienced in all areas of building work and management of other trades.
- Sub-Contracted to all major suppliers.
- Overseeing all trades on site.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, reducing overall costs.
- Built strong client relationships, led to repeat business and referrals.
- Strong computer skills.
- Creating comprehensive quotations, invoices and completing tax returns.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the business.
Facilities manager
Balfour Beatty
Various, London
1998.03 - 2002.08
- Managed contractors to expedite necessary repairs.
- Reduced downtime with proactive facilities management.
- Liaised between departments for smooth facility-related communication flow.
- Centralised waste management systems for better environmental sustainability.
- Worked closely with suppliers to secure cost-effective services.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
- Supervised renovation works to ensure timely completion without exceeding budget.
- Performed routine checks of fire safety equipment; ensured full preparedness for emergencies.
- Supervised full-time staff to comply with policies and guidelines.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs within required timeframe.
Premises manager
Balfour Beatty
Various, Surrey
1994.02 - 1998.03
- Fostered positive relationships with service providers for cost-efficient contracts negotiations.
- Supervised refurbishment projects from initiation to completion ensuring timelines were met within budget parameters.
- Increased staff productivity by providing a clean, safe working environment.
- Negotiated favourable terms with suppliers for procurement of equipment and supplies at reduced costs.
- Managed parking facilities efficiently resulting in fewer complaints regarding space allocation.
- Communicated effectively with staff members to address their workspace needs promptly.
- Ensured premises safety by conducting regular inspections, maintaining fire safety equipment.
Education
GCE - All
Richard Challanor
New Malden, Kingston upon Thames 1981.09 - 1987.06
Skills
- Good communication skills with customers and colleagues
- Vast knowledge and experience
- Good management of other people
- Excellent time management
- Full and clean driving license
- High standards
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Project management
Timeline
Owner
Galliford Design and Build
2002.09 - Current
Facilities manager
Balfour Beatty
1998.03 - 2002.08
Premises manager
Balfour Beatty
1994.02 - 1998.03
GCE - All
Richard Challanor
1981.09 - 1987.06