Tom McGahan-Lyne

• Owner / Director | TJM Group Limited | Northampton, UK | Jan 2010 – Present
  • Founded and successfully managed a profitable construction business, demonstrating strong entrepreneurial and operational leadership.
  • Led end-to-end project delivery, ensuring all works were completed to high standards, within budget, and on schedule.
  • Managed financial planning, cost control, and budget allocation across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Sourced, negotiated, and managed subcontractors and suppliers to optimise performance and reduce operational costs.
  • Implemented robust health and safety procedures, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations.
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships, consistently achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw procurement processes, ensuring timely availability of materials and resources.

Key Achievements:

• Delivered the successful conversion of a 27-bedroom nursing home into supported accommodation.
• Managed the redevelopment of 11 en-suite rooms into housing for vulnerable individuals.
• Completed refurbishment of eight residential flats, including installation of modern insulation systems.

• Supervised construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Coordinated subcontractors and managed site operations to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitored project timelines, budgets, and resources to maintain efficiency and cost control.
• Facilitated strong collaboration between stakeholders, contractors, and trades to deliver projects successfully.
• Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations across all project phases.
• Applied project management tools and methodologies to track performance and mitigate risks.
• Supported contract negotiation and procurement activities to secure cost-effective solutions.

Key Contributions:

• Consistently delivered projects on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Improved workflow efficiency through effective planning and coordination

• Directed overall business operations, including project delivery, financial management, and business development.
• Managed multiple high-value and high-profile infrastructure and construction projects.
• Oversaw procurement of materials, plant, and labour across multiple sites.
• Ensured strict compliance with statutory regulations and quality standards.
• Led project planning, cost estimation, and budgeting processes.
• Established clear project objectives and performance expectations for teams.
• Built strong partnerships with contractors, clients, and stakeholders.

Key Projects Delivered:

• Kew Bridge strengthening project (high-profile infrastructure project)
• M4 Gyratory improvements and bridge waterproofing
• A4 GlaxoSmithKline & Beecham highways upgrade
• Kidderminster rail bridge parapet replacement
• Exchange Road Watford deck repairs and resurfacing
• Potters Bar & Tewin Lodge bridge refurbishments
• Gatwick multi-storey car park development
• Anglian Water treatment works improvements
• Leavesden Studios development works
• Cotton End Road widening project