James Howard-Bowring
Auckland,Maraetai
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional dedicated to driving business performance through a robust network and a diverse skill set. Proven ability to excel in both independent and collaborative environments, with a strong customer focus and a passion for delivering tailored solutions. Combines extensive technical construction knowledge with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills to consistently exceed customer expectations and drive sales. Adaptable and resourceful, with a commitment to growth, efficiency, and creating long-term value for clients and the organisation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead - Estimation
AMI HomeHub (IAG)
North Shore, Auckland
02.2024 - Current
- Managed a national team with 8 direct reports
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Responded quickly to meet customer and client needs and to resolve problems instantly.
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion.
- Collaborated with senior management to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Construction Director
Summit Build Group
North Shore, Auckland
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Proactively generated new business by cold and warm calling, nurturing leads, and presenting customized approaches to secure clients projects while taking the utmost care to thoroughly understand the customer's needs and crafted an approach that was tailored to reflect their desired outcome.
- Oversaw project timelines and budgets, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Monitored the progress of construction projects, identifying and resolving any issues that arose.
- Maintained positive relationships with clients, suppliers, subtrades, architects, engineers and other key stakeholders throughout the duration of projects.
- Conducted regular inspections of all job sites to identify any potential issues or areas requiring improvement.
- Managed daily field operations, including personnel scheduling, equipment maintenance, repair and material handling, and inventory control.
- Created detailed cost estimates and project budgets.
- Reviewed change orders submitted by contractors prior to approval in order to determine impact on overall project timeline and budget.
Projects Manager
Align Building Contractors
West Auckland, Auckland
06.2016 - 01.2021
- Successfully managed projects with tight deadlines and limited resources.
- Coordinated team members to ensure tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Provided clear direction to internal teams, setting expectations and due dates for deliverables.
- Resolved conflicts among team members by facilitating productive conversations.
- Developed detailed schedule for planning and tracking manpower, equipment, and work orders.
- Assessed customer needs and created solutions that exceeded expectations.
Carpenter
NSB Build
North Shore, Auckland
08.2005 - 11.2015
- Was involved in all aspects of home construction including new builds and renovations
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans, enhancing workflow and productivity.
- Accurately measured, cut, and assembled materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge of local building codes when constructing projects.
- Calculated accurate cost estimates for labor and materials.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westlake Boys High School
North ShoreSkills
- Customer care
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Effective leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Organisation and time management
Certification
Site Safe passport
Health and Safety certification
First Aid certification
Asbestos awareness cerification
Timeline
Lead - Estimation
AMI HomeHub (IAG)
02.2024 - Current
Construction Director
Summit Build Group
03.2021 - 01.2024
Projects Manager
Align Building Contractors
06.2016 - 01.2021
Carpenter
NSB Build
08.2005 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Westlake Boys High School
Awards
Recipient of company values award 2025, People in culture award recipient 2025