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Jay Thomson

Queenstown,New Zealand

Summary

30-year-old male from Scotland, United Kingdom.

I am a self-motivated person who communicates well and can work independently and as part of a team. I would like to gain employment with a company which will allow me to develop previous construction management skills. Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects such as various hotels across the Otago region. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, eager to continue a Site Management position to help launch my career while achieving company goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

Formcrete Construction
Queenstown, New Zealand
11.2023 - Current

PROJECT: CLUBHOUSE LANE - JACKS POINT, QT

  • Developed and coordinated construction schedules to meet or exceed company goals.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
  • Maintained daily logs detailing information such as weather conditions, number of workers present at a given time period, material deliveries received on-site.
  • Completed investigations into complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between subcontractors or between subcontractors and owners when necessary.
  • Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Ensured proper maintenance of tools, equipment, vehicles, and supplies used during construction activities.

Carpentry Foreman

Bettabuilt Ni Ltd
Queenstown, New Zealand
01.2021 - 11.2022

PROJECT: OAK SHORES RESORT - FRANKTON ROAD,QT

  • Working on large commercial properties such as hotel
  • In charge of a team of carpenters handling drawings, specifications, and the assurance of high-quality work.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Coordinated with other tradespeople to ensure timely completion of projects within budget parameters.
  • Inspected and evaluated the quality of carpentry work performed by subcontractors.
  • Supervised and developed trade employees, providing constructive feedback on completed work.
  • Resolved any problems that arose with materials, tools, or personnel during projects.

Carpentry Foreman

B&B Interiors/BBS Group
Queenstown, New Zealand
01.2019 - 01.2021

PROJECTS:

HOLIDAY INN HOTEL - FRANKTON, QT

RAMADA HOTEL - FRANKTON, QT

HOLIDAY INN HOTEL - QT CENTRAL, QT

  • Working on large commercial properties such as hotels
  • Running large teams to install steel stud, GIB, ceiling framing & carpentry.
  • Adhered to safety regulations while overseeing all carpentry activities onsite.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for carpenters under my supervision.
  • Provided guidance to apprentices in order to help them develop their skills as carpenters.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.

Carpenter

Self-Employed
, United Kingdom
01.2018 - 01.2019

PROJECTS: VARIOUS ACROSS THE UK

  • Working on various commercial properties shopfitting and renovating.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to less experienced carpenters.
  • Trained and mentored employees, offering assistance and insight into completing job tasks when needed.
  • Ensured safe work practices were being followed at all times.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Patched roofs, installed floors and repaired broken windows and walls.
  • Implemented better methods of production to strengthen best practices.

Shopfitting Carpenter

K&K Industries Ltd
, Australia
01.2016 - 01.2018

PROJECTS: VARIOUS ACROSS AUSTRALIA - SYDNEY, MELBOUNRE & GOLD COAST

  • General strip out and full refurbishments of units within shopping centres across Australia
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Performed rough and finish carpentry on cabinets, tables and chairs.
  • Managed inventory levels of lumber, fasteners, and hardware; ordered additional materials as needed.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Implemented best practices for carpentry operations across multiple sites.

Carpenter

Andy Britton Ltd
, United Kingdom
01.2014
  • Apartment/Accommodation development (Internal Fixing & Finishing)

Carpenter

J P Carey’s Ltd
, United Kingdom
01.2014
  • Created shutters for concrete floors and external walls.

Apprentice Carpenter

MITIE Property Services Ltd
, United Kingdom
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Throughout my time here, I renovated and refurbished most fire stations and post offices in Scotland
  • We also had NHBC contracts which lead me to the maintenance of client’s properties daily.

Education

Carpentry & Joinery SCQF Level 7 (Advanced Craft) -

Carpentry & Joinery SVQ Level 3 -

Workplace First Aid -

Queenstown
Queenstown
03-2023

Higher/CSYS – St Thomas Aquinas Academy -

12.2010

Higher Physical Education -

Intermediate 2 English -

Intermediate 2 Mathematics -

Skills

  • Budget Management
  • Project Budgeting
  • Estimating
  • Site Management
  • Specifications Review
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Materials Procurement
  • Renovations, Building, and Demolition
  • Project Documentation
  • Construction Administration
  • Scope Management
  • Job Site Development
  • Emergency Assistance
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Quality Inspection Reports
  • Management
  • Planning and Design
  • New Construction
  • Site Safety

Work Preferences/Availability

  • Resident and eligible to work in New Zealand and United Kingdom.
  • Full time, contract or permanent.
  • Flexible with working hours and would be available to work 7 days a week if needed.

Specific Skills

Construction Management,Commercial Construction Supervision, Shop Fitting, Internal Fit-out (Steel stud, Ceiling framing & Carpentry), Building Maintenance, Kitchen Fitting, Carpentry/Joinery, Fencing (Construction/Trades/Property), Flooring, Wood Machining, Property Development, Shuttering.

Affiliations

  • Socializing with friends.
  • Football
  • Golf

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Site Manager

Formcrete Construction
11.2023 - Current

Carpentry Foreman

Bettabuilt Ni Ltd
01.2021 - 11.2022

Carpentry Foreman

B&B Interiors/BBS Group
01.2019 - 01.2021

Carpenter

Self-Employed
01.2018 - 01.2019

Shopfitting Carpenter

K&K Industries Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018

Carpenter

Andy Britton Ltd
01.2014

Carpenter

J P Carey’s Ltd
01.2014

Apprentice Carpenter

MITIE Property Services Ltd
01.2010 - 01.2014

Carpentry & Joinery SCQF Level 7 (Advanced Craft) -

Carpentry & Joinery SVQ Level 3 -

Workplace First Aid -

Queenstown

Higher/CSYS – St Thomas Aquinas Academy -

Higher Physical Education -

Intermediate 2 English -

Intermediate 2 Mathematics -

Jay Thomson