Construction manager
China Communication Construction Company (CCCC)
Abqaiq
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Oversaw all day-to-day site operations.
- Supervised work of contractors and subcontractors to achieve targets against deadlines.
- Managed site instructions, daily diary, record sheets and other forms of site reporting.
- Liaised with clients to determine scope of work and project requirements and provided regular updates during work.
- Reported on progress, problems and information requirements.
- Monitored project outgoings, adapting programmes of work to meet budgetary constraints.
- Delivered contracted construction work according to time, quality and cost estimates.
- Coordinated with architects and owners about project requirements, budgets and contractor requirements.
- Maintained strict site compliance with current safety legislation.
- Determined project schedule and sequenced construction activities for optimal performance against objectives.
- Reviewed plans and specifications during schematic design of pre-construction to identify potential risks, technical constraints and code issues.
- Led site teams to deliver timely, under-budget project completion.
- Ordered construction supplies, tracked usage and minimised cost overruns.
- Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
- Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
- Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns.
- Performed detailed safety briefings and new team member inductions, reducing onsite risks.
- Onboarded labourers to meet site quality, performance and safety standards.
- Filed and maintained all subcontractor documentation for future reference.
- Supported cost-effective working methods to reduce project outgoings and maximise potential profits.
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors checking projects during construction, commissioning and closeout.
- Sourced cost-efficient materials and tools to meet budget demands.
- Identified and implemented safety, productivity and efficiency improvement initiatives.
- Instructed local authorities to progress planning application submissions.
- Verified worker and contractor compliance with environmental protections and legal requirements.
- Developed strategic construction plans from architectural blueprints.
- Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
- Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
- Held construction and installation teams accountable for performance against specific schedules and man-hour budgets.
- Oversaw contract bids from initial planning phases to delivery.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with contractors, subcontractors and key stakeholders, negotiating best-possible project progression.
- Promoted best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with SHEQ department.
- Implemented strict health and safety regulations for continued compliance with site requirements.
- Followed correct procedures for historical sites and special renovation projects.
- Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
- Thoroughly vetted contractors prior to recruitment, ensuring qualifications and licenses were accurate and current.
- Coached and mentored junior painters to achieve highly-skilled, hardworking teams.
- Devised tactical programmes of work to meet construction requirements.