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William Shaw

Stanley,Wakefield

Summary

Ambitious student seeking an opportunity to build on quantity-surveying understanding in commercial, industrial and residential construction. Methodical and meticulous for accurate, reliable support across project planning and delivery.

Detail-oriented and motivated, with strong numeracy skills and expertise in Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Demonstrates excellent time management, effective communication, and customer service abilities. Committed to gaining skills for career advancement in a dynamic construction environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Store Team Member

Home Bargains
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers with all enquiries.
  • Responded promptly to customer enquiries, fostering positive relationships.
  • Collaborated with all team members to ensure smooth daily operation of the store.
  • Managed store inventory for easy accessibility and restocking.
  • Assisted with monitoring for shoplifters, contributing towards loss prevention efforts.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing efficient service at tills.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.


Volunteer Taekwondo Instructor

Nactics Martial Arts
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
05.2025 - Current
  • Instructed basic Taekwondo moves to children under ten years old, laying foundation for advanced learning later on.
  • Assisting with the instruction of up to 15 children per class.
  • Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured an inclusive learning environment.
  • Maintained safety parameters whilst conducting sparring sessions, minimising the risk of accidents.
  • Encouraged character-building values like perseverance, respect and integrity through martial arts education.
  • Promoted an environment of mutual respect and cooperation amongst students.

Quantity Surveyor Work Experience

McLeod + Aitken
Leeds, West Yorkshire
07.2025 - 07.2025
  • Work experience position in the busy city centre office of an international construction consultancy firm.
  • Collaborated with senior quantity surveyors to review project plans.
  • Reviewed comprehensive reports detailing project status, resources utilised, and projected completion dates.
  • Liaised effectively with all staff members in the office environment, maintaining smooth workflow at all times.
  • Reviewed procurement processes with senior staff members.
  • Reviewed tender documents for accuracy, whilst supervised by a senior quantity surveyor.
  • Collaborated with internal teams in meetings regarding current projects.


Education

A Level Qualifications - Mathematics, History, Economics

New College Pontefract
Pontefract, Wakefield
09.2024 -

GCSE Qualifications - English Language, English Literature, Maths, History, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish, ICT (Tech Award)

Outwood Grange Academy
Wakefield
09.2019 - 07.2024

Skills

  • Motivated
  • Reliable
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent time management
  • Organised
  • Effective communication
  • Team player
  • Numeracy Skills
  • Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Word & PowerPoint
  • Google Suite, including Docs, Sheets & Slides
  • Photoshop
  • First-Aid Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling

Certification

ITF Black Belt in Taekwondo / Kickboxing

RLSS Level 3 Award in Pool Lifeguarding

Custom

References are available upon request.

Affiliations

  • Martial Arts - I practice Taekwondo and Judo
  • Football - I play weekly in an informal team with friends

Timeline

Quantity Surveyor Work Experience

McLeod + Aitken
07.2025 - 07.2025

Volunteer Taekwondo Instructor

Nactics Martial Arts
05.2025 - Current

Store Team Member

Home Bargains
11.2024 - Current

A Level Qualifications - Mathematics, History, Economics

New College Pontefract
09.2024 -

GCSE Qualifications - English Language, English Literature, Maths, History, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish, ICT (Tech Award)

Outwood Grange Academy
09.2019 - 07.2024

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