Simon Lockett
Stoke-on-Trent,Staffordshire
Summary
Offering strong foundation in project management and team collaboration. Knowledgeable about safety regulations, budgeting, and resource allocation. Ready to use and develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in Contracts Manager role.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Construction manager
Canal river trust
Staffordshire, West Midlands
2017.08 - Current
- Managed site operations ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Planned work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed within timelines.
- Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
- Developed contingency plans, minimising disruption during unforeseen events.
- Mitigated potential risks by conducting thorough risk assessments.
- Implemented cost control measures for maintaining budget constraints.
- Coordinated with local Third parties for necessary permits and approvals.
- Maintained record of equipment inventory for monitoring usage and repair needs.
- Tracked progress of construction projects reporting updates to stakeholders.
- Conducted regular site inspections for quality assurance.
- Liaised with engineers to resolve technical issues.
- Oversaw subcontractors, ensuring work met project specifications.
- Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns.
- Filed and maintained all subcontractor documentation for future reference.
- Promoted best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.
- Implemented strict health and safety regulations for continued compliance with site requirements.
- Thoroughly vetted contractors prior to recruitment, ensuring qualifications and licenses were accurate and current.
- Delivered contracted construction work according to time, quality and cost estimates.
- Sourced cost-efficient materials and tools to meet budget demands.
- Adhered to environmental regulations during all phases of construction process.
Production manager
Willmott Dixon
Birmingham, West Midlands
2004.04 - 2013.05
- Complied with all industry regulations, ensuring legal operations.
- Maintained machinery health with regular preventative maintenance checks.
- Led recruitment of manufacturing staff members, overseeing selection, training and performance new employees.
- Enforced health and safety requirements for worker protection, keeping accidents and company liability at minimum.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to promote team productivity.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Bricklaying
Stoke on trent College
Stoke-on-Trent 1990.09 - 1990.09
Skills
- Construction estimating
- Site inspection competence
- Surveying knowledge
- Health and Safety
- Project scheduling
- Budget management
- Construction methods
- Contractor management
- Site safety compliance
- Contractor recruitment
- Construction safety compliance
Certification
SMSTS October 25-30 expiry
Temporary Works Coordinator 07-03-2025 - 31-03-2030
Medium Risk Confined Space 16-10-2025-16-10-2028
Various inhouse training undertaken for Canal River Trust
Timeline
Construction manager
Canal river trust
2017.08 - Current
Production manager
Willmott Dixon
2004.04 - 2013.05
NVQ Level 4 - Bricklaying
Stoke on trent College
1990.09 - 1990.09