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Posted by Brian Fitzgerald on April 16, 2008, 16:51:16
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Brian Fitzgerald
MCIOB Dip. Site Mgt
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A positive and proactive professional combining a solid background in construction project management with an understanding of associated environmental concerns. Experienced in research, analysis and development with the proven ability to develop creative and innovative solutions to complex issues. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships. Enjoys being part of, as well as leading, a successful and productive team and thrives in highly pressurised and challenging working environments. Oppositely carries excellent abilities to work unsupervised and from own initiative. Successfully delivered community based projects focussing on business support and guidance for charities and community groups in the regeneration sector with a thorough comprehension of commercial and business acumen.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Professional: Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Building
CIOB DMX examination Degree level 1 -
Contract Admin - Pass Technology - Credit Construction Management - Credit
Diploma and Certificate in Site Management
RSA: Spreadsheets, Word Processing and Database Level I & II
City & Guilds: Construction Building Theory and Practice
Advanced Craft: Construction Building Theory and Practice
6 O’Levels/CSE’s: Including English and Mathematics
CAREER SUMMARY
2006-Date Building Consultancy, Charitable Trust Almshouses & Associates
Managing the Trusts buildings, grounds, equipment and resources, ensuring standards of safety and primarily maintaining the well being of residents throughtout the execution of any works.
Development of long term maintenance including cyclical maintenance, refurbishment & renewal, and the upgrading of facilities. Managing and liaising with contractors, meeting for discussions and explaining the work required for execution, issuing instructions, updates and resumee of progress.
Putting works out to tender, revising contractor responses, managing the quality of contractors and sub contractors work, ensuring high standards and best practice, arranging site meetings and agreeing objectives, timescales and any variations.
Managing staff, utilities and the services.
Writing reports and submitting quarterley to the Almshouse and Personnel committees regarding progress and concerns.
Sequence repairs in schedules and prioritise accordingly.
Maintain a database of preferred contractors, sub contractors, contacts within construction and outside contacts, as well as local government and City Council departments.
Draft and write letters to contractors, residents, connected Almshouse organisations, City Council officers and other governing bodies.
Manage the budget along with the Finance Officer, agreeing on spending for renewal, upgrading, downsizing, all areas of maintenance, courses, training for staff, appropriate signposting for improvement and education, and analysis of figures.
Carry out H&S risk assessments on properties, equipment and advise the CEO on neccessary compliance with H&S executive.
2003-2006 Business/Office Manager, The Community Recycling Network
Managing the complete grants administration process on behalf of community groups seeking funding from the Big Lottery Fund and being responsible to The Royal Society of Wildlife Trust
Providing assistance with bid preparation, business support and financial information as required
Organising various events, preparing quarterly and monthly reports and evaluating procedures to facilitate the delivery of high service standards to the sector
Providing management and support to the six members of staff within the team and overseeing their daily activities
Visiting groups to discuss planning and preparation and oversee progress
Provided monitoring and evaluation procedures for analysis
2002-2003 Administration/Research Officer, The Public & Commercial Services Union
Undertaking a six month secondment to manage a research project aimed at improving quality and standards of campaigning procedures
CAREER SUMMARY cont.
1998-2002 Construction Site Manager, R. Williams & Sons
Managing the complete lifecycle of various construction projects valued up to £250,000 including new build, refurbishment and maintenance contracts
Establishing and maintaining effective channels of communication with Town Planners, Architects, Clerk of Works, Local Authority Inspectors and Tradespersons
Responsible for checking the initial setting out on-site as well as organising site meetings and to discuss progress
Carrying out regular inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards, health and safety regulations and project specifications
Confirming payment, authorising any necessary alterations and facilitating the progression of each project through to completion
1997-1998 Project Manager, Brahma Kumaris University (Registered Charity)
Overseeing the construction of an extension to a community centre with full accountability for the recruitment of sub-contractors and trades and the coordination of volunteers employed on site
Managing all aspects of planning and estimating as well as sourcing and procuring materials and equipment and ensuring the appropriate payment of operatives
Responsible for ensuring that the site is managed in accordance with appropriate building regulations
1996-1997 Supervisor/Assistant Site Manager, R. Williams & Sons
Playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day to day management of a construction site with involvement in estimating and cost control
Supervising all on-site activities to ensure statutory compliance and adherence to Architect’s drawings
1995-1996 Budget Manager, Brahma Kumaris University (Registered Charity)
Becoming involved in an ongoing refurbishment project of a stately home started in 1992 and aiming towards the establishment of accommodation for 130 guests
Personally responsible for monitoring maintenance costs and implementing controls to minimise expenditure
1987-1995 Self-employed Sub-contractor
Gaining invaluable experience in the building trade working primarily on extensions and general constructions
Assisting with pricing and calculations, planning and setting out sites and in the recruitment of appropriately skilled
Sub-contracting and overseeing a gang of four operatives as well as other tradespersons
Managing building projects valued at up to £150,000 with responsibility for ensuring the delivery of high quality standards in accordance with budgets and deadlines
1984-1987 Apprenticeship
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 17/08/68
Driving Licence: Full/Clean
Health: Excellent; non-smoker
Other Details: Qualified First Aider
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
Currently include: Sustainable Energy, Swimming, Cycling and most Sports
REFERENCES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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