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Steven Sharkey

Steven Sharkey

Penrith,Cumbria

Summary

Dear Sirs, Please find enclosed current up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.


I am an initiative-thinking professional who provides exemplary driven skills in team management leadership, from management throughout up to Client and board level delivering results of standards with inclusion on strategic and operational planning.


A natural leader who displays advanced communication skills, directional input and produces results way beyond expected.


I strive to achieve delivering results of the highest possible standard in challenging environments, able to operate analytically to maximize both efficiency and compliance, and safety throughout any aspect.


Always displayed advanced communication skills collaborating with all senior members, directors, and management through to teams on the ground, and all staff's involvement.


A loyal diligent individual who thrives off exceptionally High Standards of work with the collaboration of various contractors.


Results-orientated and high-energy project manager with a talent for leading by example and inspiring peak performance.


Recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction.


Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.


High-achieving management professional possessing excellent communication, organisational and analytical capabilities. Devises innovative solutions to resolve business and technology challenges.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate

Work history

Freelance Snr Project Manager / Projects Director

Self Employed
Cumbria , Worldwide / United Kingdom
03.2023 - Current

Currently Freelance working with clients across whole UK and Abroad on CDM Contracts.

  • MOD Major Capital Construction Projects, Security Clearance (SC) With MOD - Circa 1.2m
  • 5 star Luxury Hotel Builds / Refurbishments ( Lake District- Windermere ) Circa 3.7m
  • Property Portfolio - Asset management Circa 137m
  • Housing and Commercial builds Circa 2.7-8,3m
  • Tier 1 Highway projects - Earth Works and Drainage - covering all Project Management and Construction Management works Circa 2.3m
  • Large Ports Infrastructure and development

Fully Converse with:

  • Identified and managed budget, timescale and scope changes, recommending actions and improvements to meet project goals.
  • Defined risk profiles for each project and prepared contingency plans to minimise business risk.
  • Used business intelligence reports to manage project financials, initialise project invoicing and revenue recognition.
  • Led technical delivery teams with in-depth understanding of processes and techniques to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Identified and deployed resources with individual responsibilities for project completion.
  • Adhered to project governance cadence and escalation routes.
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Built and nurtured professional relationships with wide range of stakeholders.
  • Acted as single point of contact for stakeholders.
  • Monitored project spending and compiled budgets to develop business use cases.
  • Implemented and maintained systems for successful planning and project management.
  • Assured project documentation followed internal quality standards.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Evaluated project risks and feasibility, identifying issues and proactively implementing proposed solutions.

Projects Director

TPA Contracts
Carlisle , Cumbria
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • For TPA Contracts under Principal Contractor Vibreoptix
  • Main contractor responsible for delivering £108M Fibre infrastructure scheme on the west coast of Cumbria to 88,000 Properties under the Gigabit Scheme GOV.UK
  • Led and motivated talented project teams, achieving targets within stipulated deadlines.
  • Managed scopes and deadlines using different project management methods.
  • Defined project scope, milestones and task allocation to establish and maintain clear progress plans.
  • Delivered on revenue targets and service KPIs.
  • Minimised accidents and incidents with comprehensive health and safety procedures.
  • Led meetings with department executives to review project status, drafting action plans to deliver proposed changes.
  • Reduced downtime with effective scheduling and resourcing.
  • Built relationships with stakeholders through outstanding client management skills.
  • Delivered projects on time and under budget through strict implementation and cost controls.
  • Conducted technical and customer meetings, increasing communication and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
  • Managed estimation processes by preparing bid packages, procurement plans and contract reviews.

Senior Project Manager

H & O
Penrith, CMA
01.2020 - 10.2022
  • Implemented change management processes to keep project up-to-date and smooth resistance to new concepts.
  • Led and motivated talented project teams, achieving targets within stipulated deadlines.
  • Defined project scope, milestones and task allocation to establish and maintain clear progress plans.
  • Managed desires and expectations for key stakeholders across numerous high-value projects.
  • Oversaw each step of project, meeting goals and achieving deadlines.
  • Developed statement of work for product classification contract and devised sourcing strategy to maintain costs and clarify service expectations.
  • Tracked and communicated project status, timelines and action items from project inception to delivery.
  • Designed project presentations and reports for executive teams.
  • Improved operations by generating project status reports and identifying issues for corrective action.
  • Submitted performance feedback to stakeholders, keeping project teams on track.
  • Led meetings with department executives to review project status, drafting action plans to deliver proposed changes.
  • Delivered on revenue targets and service KPIs.
  • Managed scopes and deadlines using different project management methods.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to reduce costs.

Group Construction & Property Manager

Stobart Group
Warrington - Carlisle - London , UK
01.2004 - 03.2013
  • Responsible for all New Construction works / PPM management / Sub Contractor appointment /
  • Asset Management
  • Head of Group Property Management looking after all aspects of the property portfolio, Estates departments, Property management throughout from Legal to fit out and new Construction builds, and full facilities Management on projects from £100k to £5million
  • Full management of over sixty-eight members of staff and twenty-two specialist teams throughout the UK and Ireland looking after Moneypenny Property Portfolio worth over £145 million
  • Management of all the UK contractor portfolios for implementation for works with control of the distributed budgets for all projects, including landlord's costs and tenant's service charge costs to invoice control documentation with sign-off on completion of required documentation
  • Implementing and delivering key flagship offices and new commercial builds - Appleton thorn
  • Carlisle Airport, - Widness- Group merge construction and - Managing all Subcontractor development works
  • Asset Portfolio Sites Consisted of the UK Property Locations:20, ,990 SQFT
  • Liaised with clients and range of financial professionals to secure desired results.
  • Expertly managed 4 portfolios over 8 years.
  • Acted as main point of contact for tenants, contractors and third party agents.
  • Assessed portfolio of properties to guarantee compliance with industry regulations.
  • Established key relationships with potential leasers and renters.
  • Coordinated with maintenance for required repairs.
  • Resolved maintenance issues in line with relevant procedures.

Groups Construction Manager

WA Development's, Stobart
Warrington - Carlisle - London , UK
01.2004 - 01.2011

As Above - ( Same Company)

  • Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
  • Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
  • Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.

Construction Site Manager

Amey Mouchel
Kendal , UK
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Working on M6 - A590 - A65 Site Supervisor - Site Manager (Mouchel Parkman) - Managing the workforce for all Cyclic and new Highway construction work
  • Management of all works / Subcontractors on the A590 and A65 and M6 Motorway from J35 TO J40
  • Organised site's workload and resources to optimise output and productivity.
  • Strategically deployed construction staff to maximise productivity.
  • Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
  • Coordinated labour and construction materials to ensure site met targets outlined in production programme.
  • Provided strong presence on site to coordinate execution of construction works.
  • Devised realistic schedules and programmes for construction activities.

Site Manager

Metcalfe
Penrith, Cumbria
01.1998 - 01.2002
  • For new Roads and Drains Construction
  • Muck Shift Manager
  • Heavy Plant and Machinery Works
  • Delivered inductions and toolbox talks to achieve efficient team performance.
  • Implemented method statements and risk assessment reporting.
  • Construction to Estates - New Build Sites
  • Kept workforce in compliance with operational standards and safety regulations by closely monitoring activities.
  • Controlled costs allocated for plant, labour and materials.
  • Established work schedules and assignments for employees, maintaining area staffing levels at all times.
  • Administered site diary with comprehensive visitor, meeting and incident logs.
  • Minimised defects through inspections and process reviews.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Site Management - Construction Manager

CIOB - MCIOB , Carlisle
01.2000 - 01.2005

Skills

  • My Key Skills:
  • 25 Years of Civil Engineering / Construction / Fit out / New Build /
  • 7 Years in Large Asset Portfolio Management Experience Circa £118M
  • Business and Commercial Acumen
  • Client rapport
  • Commercial Property Construction
  • Contract management
  • Construction project expertise
  • Contract Management
  • Communication skills
  • Complex resource management
  • Directing and managing large contracts/programs/teams
  • Facility management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Heavy Plant Construction Project Management
  • High-value project management
  • KPI review and management
  • Managing Commercial Budgets
  • Managing Health, Safety, Welfare, and Risk control at work
  • Managing People
  • Managing Sub Contractors
  • Multi-budget oversight-management and monthly reporting
  • New Build Construction / Fit Out
  • Operational support
  • Portfolio management Circa 120M
  • Presenting at board level
  • Problem-solving
  • Project and Contractual Management
  • Project Planning
  • Risk management
  • Senior Project Management ; Circa values 250k - 20M
  • Site construction preparation
  • Strategic planning
  • Strategic planning and operations
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Supply negotiation
  • Team player

Certification

  • Security Clearance (SC) MOD
  • CIOB HND Degree level 4
  • SMSTS Site Management - EXP 2027
  • CITB Black Site Management CSCS Card - EXP 2027
  • CITB Academic Site Management CSCS White Card - EXP 2027
  • 3 Day First Aid at Work Trained
  • Safeguarding and Protection of vulnerable adults trained
  • Managing people Customer / Client satisfaction

Timeline

Freelance Snr Project Manager / Projects Director - Self Employed
03.2023 - Current
Projects Director - TPA Contracts
11.2022 - 05.2023
Senior Project Manager - H & O
01.2020 - 10.2022
Group Construction & Property Manager - Stobart Group
01.2004 - 03.2013
Groups Construction Manager - WA Development's, Stobart
01.2004 - 01.2011
Construction Site Manager - Amey Mouchel
01.2002 - 01.2004
CIOB - MCIOB - Higher National Diploma, Site Management - Construction Manager
01.2000 - 01.2005
Site Manager - Metcalfe
01.1998 - 01.2002
Steven Sharkey